Grains · Property-derived
Sago (sabudana)
Also called: sabudana, sabudhana, tapioca, sago, tapioca pearls
Bland, cooling and soft — a grounding fasting starch for Vata and hot Pitta.
How Sago (sabudana) 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 | Balancing | Calms Pitta — favour it when Pitta runs high. |
| Kapha | Use sparingly | Can raise Kapha — go easy when Kapha runs high. |
When to go easy
Heavy and starchy, so it adds to Kapha.
Traditionally balanced with
Classical pairings that make Sago (sabudana) easier to digest or more balancing for the doshas.
Property-derived. Not directly cited classically — classified from its taste, potency and qualities. Weigh it accordingly.