Black pepper is more than a kitchen spice. Ayurveda describes Maricha as a sharp, heating and digestive substance traditionally useful in Kapha-dominant conditions, sluggish digestion and selected respiratory complaints.
Category:About-ayurveda
Learn the fundamentals of Ayurveda, including its principles, concepts, traditional approach to health, Dosha, Dhatu, Agni, Ama, Ojas, Prakriti, and holistic living based on Ayurvedic wisdom.
Black Gram: Ayurvedic Benefits, Uses and Precautions
Black Gram is a nourishing and strength-promoting pulse, but its heavy nature may not suit everyone. Learn how to use Black Gram and Black Gram Pak appropriately.
Salt as Food and Medicine — Understanding Lavana Rasa, Its Uses and Risks
In Ayurveda, salt or Lavana Rasa is valued not only for taste but also for selected traditional therapeutic uses. Learn about its properties, uses and risks of excess.
What Is the Difference Between Amavata and Sandhivata?
Amavata and Sandhivata can both cause joint pain, but their Ayurvedic understanding and treatment approaches differ. Learn the symptoms, causes, diet, Panchakarma and precautions against self-diagnosis.
Know a Little About Nutmeg and Mace
Nutmeg and mace are more than aromatic culinary spices. Ayurveda describes Jatiphala as a deepana, grahi and ushna substance with several traditional applications.
Is Pan Masala Harmful? What Does Ayurveda Say About Betel Leaf, Tambula and Areca Nut?
Betel leaf, traditional Tambula and modern pan-masala are not the same. Understand the classical Ayurvedic view of Tambula, its properties, precautions and appropriate use.
Cumin in the Kitchen—A Small Spice with Many Uses
Cumin is more than a common kitchen spice. Ayurveda traditionally describes Jiraka as a Deepana, Pachana, Rochana and Sangrahi substance. Learn about its classical properties, traditional uses and appropriate dietary application.
Coriander: An Ever-Beneficial Herb
Coriander is more than a culinary spice. Ayurveda describes it as deepana, pācana, rocana and grāhi, while classical texts also distinguish between fresh and dried coriander.
Medicinal Household Uses of Mukha-vasa (Traditional Mouth Fresheners)
Many traditional mouth-freshening ingredients have an important place in Ayurveda. Learn the traditional uses of fennel, Haritaki, Yashtimadhu, betel leaf and mango seed kernel in simple language.
Avascular Necrosis (AVN): An Ayurvedic Understanding
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) occurs when reduced blood supply damages bone tissue. Learn about AVN causes, MRI assessment and its Ayurvedic understanding through Asthi, Majja and Vata principles.