Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Godhuma is balya and brimhana — the strengthening grain; as fresh-milled atta it feeds half the subcontinent's daily rotis.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
Fresh-milled flour rested as soft dough; ghee on the cooked roti completes the classical pairing.
Classical Provenance: Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (godhuma); Charaka Samhita.
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- phulka with ghee (the daily standard)
- atta halwa for recovery and postpartum
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: celiac disease and gluten intolerance
- Contraindication: kapha excess and ama (reduce in spring)
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Whole wheat flour (atta)
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1/4 cup (30g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1/4 cup) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 320 kcal | 96 kcal |
| Protein | 10.6 g | 3.2 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 64.2 g | 19.3 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 3.4 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | 0.5 g |
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Calcium | 30.9 mg | 9.3 mg |
| Iron | 4.10 mg | 1.23 mg |
| Magnesium | 125.0 mg | 37.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 315.0 mg | 94.5 mg |
| Potassium | 311 mg | 93 mg |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 1 mg |
| Zinc | 2.85 mg | 0.85 mg |
| Copper | 0.48 mg | 0.14 mg |
| Manganese | 2.98 mg | 0.89 mg |
| Selenium | 53.1 µg | 15.9 µg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 2.7 µg | 0.8 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.26 mg | 0.08 mg |
| Vitamin K | 1.5 µg | 0.4 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.42 mg | 0.13 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.15 mg | 0.04 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 2.37 mg | 0.71 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.25 mg | 0.07 mg |
