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Ayurvedic Dravya · Animal · — kcal / 100g

Turkey

Turkey is a traditional Ayurvedic animal valued for its sweet, astringent taste and neutral potency.

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Turkey — Ayurvedic Animal & USDA Nutrition

Turkey — Rasa: Sweet, Astringent · Virya: Neutral · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Neutral (0) Pitta: Neutral (0) Kapha: Neutral (0)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet, Astringent
Vīrya (Potency)
Neutral
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Dry
Digestibility & Agni
3/5 · Agni 0
Seasons & Timing
Hemanta, Shishira, Sharad · Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

Turkey is a traditional Ayurvedic animal valued for its sweet, astringent taste and neutral potency.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Lean and slightly drying — moist cooking or sauces for vata; among the lightest common meats.

Classical Provenance: Modern texts (jangala-class analogy).

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • roasted breast with sage and warming herbs
  • in light broths
  • with cooked vegetables

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

  • Contraindication: dryness for vata (breast meat without fat or sauce)

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Turkey

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 3 oz (85g):

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