Kulfa (Pigweed)

Kulfa (Pigweed) Lonika Properties and Health Benefits

Kulfa, also known as pigweed or Amaranthus viridis, is a plant that is commonly found in many parts of the world, including India . We have been hearing since childhood that most nutrients are found in green leaves. Iron, calcium, vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber are found in abundance in green leafy greens and there are…

TYPE OF TASTES

Ayurveda rasa: Six Tastes in Ayurveda

In Ayurveda, taste (or rasa) is an important concept as it is believed to have a direct effect on the body, mind, and emotions. According to Ayurvedic principles, there are six tastes or rasa: sweet (madhura), sour (amla), salty (lavana), pungent (katu), bitter (tikta), and astringent (kashaya). Each taste is associated with specific properties and…