Grains · Property-derived
Finger millet
Nartaka·नर्तक
Also called: ragi, nachni, fingerhirse
Substantial and cooling — a grounding grain that suits Pitta and hot weather.
How Finger millet affects your doshas
In Ayurveda a food's effect depends on your constitution. This is the lens the app uses to suggest what to favour and ease off.
| Dosha | Suitability | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Vata | Use sparingly | Can raise Vata — go easy when Vata runs high. |
| Pitta | Balancing | Calms Pitta — favour it when Pitta runs high. |
| Kapha | Neutral | Broadly neutral for Kapha. |
When to go easy
Heavy and dry, so it can unsettle Vata.
Property-derived. Not directly cited classically — classified from its taste, potency and qualities. Weigh it accordingly.