Nuts & seeds · Property-derived
Sunflower seed
Also called: sonnenblumenkerne, surajmukhi
Light and oily — softens Vata.
How Sunflower seed 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 | Use sparingly | Can raise Pitta — go easy when Pitta runs high. |
| Kapha | Neutral | Broadly neutral for Kapha. |
When to go easy
Mildly warming, so it can add to Pitta.
Property-derived. Not directly cited classically — classified from its taste, potency and qualities. Weigh it accordingly.