Oils & fats · Property-derived
Sunflower oil
Also called: sonnenblumenöl, sunflower
Light and neutral — a mild everyday oil that softens Vata without much heat.
How Sunflower oil 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 | Neutral | Broadly neutral for Vata. |
| Pitta | Neutral | Broadly neutral for Pitta. |
| Kapha | Use sparingly | Can raise Kapha — go easy when Kapha runs high. |
Property-derived. Not directly cited classically — classified from its taste, potency and qualities. Weigh it accordingly.