Spinach is an iron-rich leafy vegetable, but its heavy and cold nature can aggravate vata and Kapha if not cooked properly.
ⓘ Information
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Rasa | Kashaya, Madhura | Kashaya (Astringent) — drying, absorbent, wound-healing; Madhura (Sweet) — nourishing, grounding, promotes tissue growth |
| Guna | Guru | Guru (Heavy) — increases bulk, grounding |
| Virya | Sheeta | Sheeta (Cold) — cooling, decreases Pitta and inflammation |
| Vipaka | Madhura | Madhura (Sweet) — post-digestive sweet, nourishing |
| Prabhava | Grahi, Raktavardhak | Grahi — absorbent, improves assimilation, stops diarrhea; Raktavardhak — increases blood |
Sanskrit Synonyms
In the classical Ayurvedic texts, Palankya is known by the following Sanskrit names:
Palankika, Vastuka bheda, Chururika
Parts Used
The medicinal parts of Palankya are: patra.
Main Indications
Palankya is indicated in Ayurveda for the following conditions:
Pandu, Malabaddhata, Raktapitta, Mutrakrichha.
Dosha Effects
Palankya pacifies Pitta.
It may aggravate Vata, Kapha when used in excess or in sensitive individuals.
Usage
Palankya 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).