Dairy · Property-derived
Kefir
Also called: milk kefir
A light cultured milk drink — typically more digestible than plain yoghurt.
How Kefir 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 | Balancing | Calms Vata — favour it when Vata runs high. |
| Pitta | Neutral | Broadly neutral for Pitta. |
| Kapha | Neutral | Broadly neutral for Kapha. |
When to go easy
Still sour and fermented; those sensitive to sour dairy should keep it modest.
Property-derived. Not directly cited classically — classified from its taste, potency and qualities. Weigh it accordingly.