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Ayurvedic Dravya · Seed · — kcal / 100g

Watermelon seeds

Also known as: magaz

One of the four classical 'char magaz' cooling seeds used in thandai and brain tonics.

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Watermelon seeds — Ayurvedic Seed & USDA Nutrition

Watermelon seeds — Rasa: Sweet · Virya: Cooling · Vipaka: Sweet · — kcal per 100g (USDA).

Vāta: Pacifies (-1) Pitta: Pacifies (-1) Kapha: Neutral (0)
Rasa (Six Tastes)
Sweet
Vīrya (Potency)
Cooling
Vipāka (Post-Digestive)
Sweet
Guṇas (Qualities)
Light, Oily
Digestibility & Agni
4/5 · Agni 0
Seasons & Timing
Grishma · Morning, Midday

Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation

One of the four classical 'char magaz' cooling seeds used in thandai and brain tonics.

Traditional Preparation (Samskara)

Use peeled kernels (magaz); grind into summer drinks — cooling protein in the hottest season.

Classical Provenance: Unani-Ayurvedic char magaz tradition.

Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)

  • ground into thandai
  • char magaz mix in milk
  • roasted as snack

Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)

Well tolerated in normal culinary amounts.

Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Watermelon seeds

Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 tbsp (8g):

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