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Cucumber
Tastes
Sweet, astringent
Guna / Qualities
Cold, Light, moist, cooling
Pacifies Doshas
Pitta, Kapha
Aggravates Doshas
Nutritional Information
High in water, vitamin K, and antioxidants
Ayurveda Analysis
Cooling and hydrating, great for Pitta, but too raw for excessive Vata
Buying, Preparing & Storing
Store in the fridge; eat raw or lightly pickled
Vata (if excessive)
Serving & Recipes
Use in salads, smoothies, or infused water
Medicinal Effects:
Supports hydration, cooling, and detoxification
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