Pistachio nuts are nourishing and strength-promoting, helping to pacify vata dosha.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — nourishing, grounding, promotes tissue growth |
| Guna | Guru, Snigdha | Guru (Heavy) — increases bulk, grounding; Snigdha (Oily/Unctuous) — moistening, nourishing |
| Virya | Ushna | Ushna (Hot) — heating, increases metabolism and Pitta |
| Vipaka | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — post-digestive sweet, nourishing |
| Prabhava | Balya, Vrishya | Balya — strengthens, increases strength and stamina; Vrishya — aphrodisiac, enhances reproductive health |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Nikochaka is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Akshota bheda, Pistah, Mukulaka
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Nikochaka are: phala majja.
Main Indications
Nikochaka is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Daurbalya, Vata-vyadhi, Kshaya, Karshya, Shukra-kshaya.
Dosha Effects
Nikochaka pacifies Vata.
It may aggravate Pitta, Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Nikochaka is used in classical Ayurvedic formulations. Consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for appropriate dosage and preparation based on your constitution (Prakriti) and current imbalance (Vikriti).