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Alabu

अलाबु (Alabu / Tiktalabu / Lauki / Bottle Gourd)

Botanical: Lagenaria siceraria • Common: Bottle Gourd / Calabash Gourd

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Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix

Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.

Rasa (Taste)

Madhura (Sweet)

Virya (Potency)

Sheeta (Cooling)

Vipaka (Post-Digestive)

Madhura (Sweet)

Guna (Qualities)

Guru (Heavy), Ruksha (Dry)

Doshic Action Pacifies Pitta & Kapha; slightly increases Vata in excess

Tridoshic Modulation

Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview

Alabu (Lauki) is one of the most celebrated dietary medicines in India. Fresh sweet bottle gourd juice alkalizes the blood, supports cardiovascular tone, and sheds stubborn visceral fat.

🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits

Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.

• Arterial Hypertension & Coronary Circulation (Fresh Lauki Juice)
• Fatty Liver, Visceral Adipose Mobilization & Weight Loss
• Hyperacidity, Peptic Heat & Urinary Burning
• Scalp Cooling Hair Oil Base (Lauki Taila)

⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage

WARNING: NEVER drink bitter bottle gourd juice. Bitter lauki contains lethal cucurbitacins that cause severe gastrointestinal hemorrhage.

Statutory Health Disclaimer: The botanical and energetic descriptions provided on this page are for classical educational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional clinical medical advice, diagnosis, or prescription. Consult a qualified, registered Ayurvedic doctor before introducing therapeutic dosages.

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