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Patola

पटोल (Patola / Rajimukha / Parwal)

Botanical: Trichosanthes dioica • Common: Pointed Gourd / Green Potato

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Dravyaguna Bio-energetic Matrix

Classical pharmacological energetics from Charaka Samhita & Bhavaprakasha Nighantu.

Rasa (Taste)

Tikta (Bitter), Madhura (Sweet)

Virya (Potency)

Ushna (Mildly warming) / Anushna

Vipaka (Post-Digestive)

Katu (Pungent)

Guna (Qualities)

Laghu (Light), Snigdha (Unctuous)

Doshic Action Tridosha Shamaka (Pre-eminently pacifies Pitta & Kapha)

Tridoshic Modulation

Botanical Monograph & Classical Overview

Patola (Parwal) is classical Ayurveda's favorite medicinal vegetable. It purges stagnant bile from the gallbladder, clears skin blemishes, and balances all three doshas without provoking any metabolic side-effects.

🎯 Therapeutic Indications & Health Benefits

Key clinical applications documented in clinical Ayurvedic literature.

• Designated as 'Pathyatama' (The Foremost Wholesome Food) in Charaka
• Chronic Liver Jaundice, Elevated Enzymes & Biliary Dyspepsia
• Psoriasis, Eczema & Pruritic Dermatitis (Patoladi Kwatha)
• Hyperlipidemia & Arterial Plaque Prevention

⚠️ Precautions, Contraindications & Safe Usage

Wild bitter variety (Tikta Patola) is medicinal; sweet cultivated variety is dietary.

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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