Brinjal
वार्ताक
Vartaka (Brinjal/Eggplant/Baigan) is one of the most popular vegetables in India. The plant is an erect herb 2-3 feet tall. The fruits vary greatly in size, shape and color — from small round to large elongated, white, green, purple or dark purple. It is bitter, pungent, light and hot. It kindles digestive fire and pacifies Vata and Kapha. However, it may aggravate Pitta. Different varieties have slight variation in properties. The white round variety is considered best. Overripe eggplant should be avoided. It is widely used in various preparations across India. Verses: 52.
What is Brinjal (Baigan / बैगन)?
<p>Vartaka (Brinjal/Eggplant/Baigan) is one of the most popular vegetables in India. The plant is an erect herb 2-3 feet tall. The fruits vary greatly in size, shape and color — from small round to large elongated, white, green, purple or dark purple. It is bitter, pungent, light and hot. It kindles digestive fire and pacifies Vata and Kapha. However, it may aggravate Pitta. Different varieties have slight variation in properties. The white round variety is considered best. Overripe eggplant should be avoided. It is widely used in various preparations across India. Verses: 52.</p>
Therapeutic Actions (Karma)
<ul><li>Deepana (appetizer)</li><li>Vatahara (pacifies Vata)</li><li>Ruchikara (taste improver)</li><li>Kaphahara (pacifies Kapha)</li></ul>
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