Classical Ayurvedic Profile & Preparation
Kapittha is grahi — it binds loose stools; the texts add a peculiar caution: harmful to the voice, so singers traditionally avoid it.
Traditional Preparation (Samskara)
The aromatic pulp scooped and sweetened with jaggery; ripe fruit only.
Classical Provenance: Charaka Samhita; Bhavaprakasha Nighantu (kapittha).
Synergistic Combinations (Samyoga)
- pulp mashed with jaggery (kaith chutney)
- sherbet with cumin and black salt
Contraindications & Viruddha Āhāra (Food Incompatibilities)
- Contraindication: throat and voice use (classical kanthya caution)
- Contraindication: constipation or high vata in excess
Verified USDA Nutrition Facts for Wood apple (kaith)
Complete macronutrient, vitamin, and mineral profile per 100 grams and per 1 cup pieces (150g):
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving (1 cup pieces) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy (Calories) | 78 kcal | 117 kcal |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 4.7 g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 7.5 g | 11.3 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 7.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.8 g | 5.7 g |
| Total Fat | 3.6 g | 5.4 g |
| Calcium | 55.7 mg | 83.6 mg |
| Iron | 0.45 mg | 0.68 mg |
| Magnesium | 23.7 mg | 35.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 84.3 mg | 126.5 mg |
| Potassium | 347 mg | 520 mg |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 2 mg |
| Zinc | 0.31 mg | 0.46 mg |
| Copper | 0.20 mg | 0.30 mg |
| Manganese | 0.20 mg | 0.30 mg |
| Selenium | 2.3 µg | 3.5 µg |
| Vitamin C | 22.2 mg | 33.3 mg |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 3.8 µg | 5.7 µg |
| Vitamin E | 0.07 mg | 0.11 mg |
| Vitamin K | 6.8 µg | 10.2 µg |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1) | 0.04 mg | 0.06 mg |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) | 0.01 mg | 0.01 mg |
| Niacin (Vitamin B3) | 0.55 mg | 0.83 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.17 mg | 0.26 mg |
