This document provides an overview of shimbhi dhanya (pulses) according to Ayurveda and a comparison to modern pulses. It begins with introductions to Ayurveda's concept of food and the different classifications of pulses in classical Ayurvedic texts. Details are given on individual pulses like mudga, masha, kulatta, and their guna (qualities) and karma (effects). Preparations using pulses from Ayurvedic texts are described. The document then discusses pulses more broadly, covering their history, distribution, importance, and major types according to the UN FAO. Nutritional composition and uses of pulses are also summarized.
2. Contents
• Introduction
• Ahara varga
• Brihattrayi Compilation on shimbhi
Dhanya
• Guna karma of shimbhi dhanya
• Krutanna kalpana’s of shimbhi
dhanya
• Pulses- introduction
• History
• Distribution
• Other uses
• International day of Pulses
• Importance
• Nutritional and bioactive
composition
• Today’s pulses in detail
• Indian Cuisine of Pulses
• International Cuisine of Pulses
• Discussion
• Conclusion
• Reference
3. Introduction
• Ayurveda is not merely a Medical science. It is a
Complete Life Science.
• The concept of Pathya and Apathaya is the UNIQUE
approach of Ayurveda
• Knowledge of Pathya & Apathya is essential for
proper management of disease and maintenance of
Health.
• The right kind of food is the most important single
most factor in promotion of health
• So Ahara vargas are explained in our science to
choose proper food articles to enhance health.
35. Introduction
• "Pulse” is a term deriving from the Latin "puls”
meaning pottage For the seed of one of several genera
of Fabaceae
• A legume fruit is a simple dry fruit that develops from
a simple carpel and usually dehisces (opens along a
seam) on two sides.
• A common name for this type of fruit is a pod,
• The term "pulse", as used by the United
Nations' Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), is
reserved for crops harvested solely for the dry seed.
36. History
• Archaeologists have discovered traces of pulse
production around Ravi River (Punjab), the seat of
the Indus Valley Civilisation, dating to c. 3300 BCE.
• Evidence of lentil cultivation has also been found in
Egyptian pyramids and cuneiform recipes
• Dry pea seeds have been discovered in a Swiss village
that are believed to date back to the Stone Age.
• Archaeological evidence suggests that peas must have
been grown in the eastern Mediterranean
and Mesopotamian regions at least 5,000 years ago and
in Britain as early as the 11th century
37. Distribution
• Legumes are widely distributed as the third-
largest land plant family, constituting about
seven percent of flowering plant species
• India is the world's largest producer as well as
consumer of pulses.
• In order to meet its large domestic demand of
pulses, India has to import the produce from
other countries contrary to its large production
39. Importance
• They are good for your health, good for the environment
• Legumes are also an excellent source of resistant starch which is
broken down by bacteria in the large intestine to produce short-
chain fatty acids(such as butyrate) used by intestinal cells for food
energy.
• Legumes are a significant source of protein, dietary
fiber, carbohydrates and dietary minerals
• Preliminary studies in humans include the potential for regular
consumption of legumes in a plant-based diet to reduce the
prevalence or risk of developing metabolic syndrome
• There is evidence that a portion of pulses (roughly one cup daily) in
a diet may help lower blood pressure and reduce LDL cholesterol
levels, though there is a concern about the quality of the
supporting data
40. International Year of Pulses
• The international year of the pulse(#IYP2016). United nations has declared
2016 the year noticed of this incredible crop, a harvest that is mainly grown
in canada.
• The international year of pulses 2016 (IYP 2016) was declared by the sixty-
eighth session of the united nations general assembly.
• The food and agriculture organization of the united nations was nominated
to facilitate the implementation of iyp 2016 in collaboration with
governments, relevant organizations, non-governmental organizations and
other relevant stakeholders.
• Its aim was to heighten public awareness of the nutritional benefits of
pulses as part of sustainable food production aimed towards food
security and nutrition.
• IYP 2016 created an opportunity to encourage connections throughout the
food chain that would better utilize pulse-based proteins, further global
production of pulses, better utilize crop rotations and address challenges in
the global trade of pulses
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41. Other Uses
• Forage legumes are grazed by livestock
• Legume species grown for their flowers include lupins, which are farmed
commercially for their blooms as well as being popular in gardens
worldwide.
• Industrially farmed legumes include Indigofera and Acacia species, which
are cultivated for dye and natural gum production, respectively.
• As Fallow/green cropMany legumes contain symbiotic bacteria
called Rhizobia within root nodules of their root systems. These bacteria
have the special ability of fixing nitrogen from atmospheric, molecular
nitrogen (N2) into ammonia (NH3)
• Legume trees like the locust trees or the Kentucky coffee tree can be used
in permaculture food forests.
• Other legume trees like laburnum and the woody climbing
vine wisteria are poisonous
42. Commodity classification
FAO recognizes 11 primary pulses
• Dry beans ( including several species in Vigna)
– Kidney bean, navy bean, pinto bean, haricot bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
– Lima bean, butter bean (Phaseolus lunatus)
– Adzuki bean, azuki bean (Vigna angularis)
– Mung bean, golden gram, green gram (Vigna radiata)
– Black gram, urad (Vigna mungo)
– Scarlet runner bean (Phaseolus coccineus)
– Ricebean (Vigna umbellata)
– Moth bean (Vigna aconitifolia)
– Tepary bean (Phaseolus acutifolius)
• Dry broad beans (code 0181, Vicia faba)
– Horse bean (Vicia faba equina)
– Broad bean (Vicia faba)
– Field bean (Vicia faba)
• Dry peas (code 0187, Pisum spp.)
– Garden pea (Pisum sativum var. sativum)
– Protein pea (Pisum sativum var. arvense)
44. Nutritional & bioactive substances
• Legumes are low in fat
• Rich in proteins
• Complex carbohydrates
• Displaying a low glycemic index
• High content of fibers,
• Polyunsaturated fatty acids (pufas)
• Magnesium.
Legumes contain a number of bioactive substances, including
• Enzyme Inhibitors, Lectins, Phytates, Oligosaccharides
• Phenolic Compounds- Flavones, Flavonoids, Flavalol,
Flavanol,
45. Green gram- Vigna radiata
• The mung bean is an annual vine with yellow flowers and fuzzy brown
pods
• It is a plant species in the legume family
• The mung bean is mainly cultivated in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal,
Sri Lanka, China, Korea, South Asia and Southeast Asia
• It is used as an ingredient in both savory and sweet dishes. he mung
bean (Vigna radiata)
Vernacular Names
• English – Green gram
• Hindi – Mung dhal
• Kannada – Hesaru kalu
• Telugu – Pesara pappu
• Tamil – Pachai payaru
• Malayalam – Cheru payaru
46. Nutritional value per 100 gm Raw
Energy 1,452 kJ(347 kcal)
Carbohydrate 62.62 g
Sugars 6.6 g
Dietary fiber 16.3 g
Fat 1.15 g
Protein 23.86 g
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Nutritive-Value
Vitamins
Thiamine (B1) (54%) 0.621 mg
Riboflavin (B2) (19%) 0.233 mg
Niacin (B3) (15%) 2.251 mg
Pantothenic acid (B5) (38%) 1.91 mg
Vitamin B6 (29%) 0.382 mg
Folate (B9) (156%) 625 μg
Vitamin C (6%) 4.8 mg
Vitamin E (3%) 0.51 mg
Vitamin K (9%) 9 μg
Minerals
Calcium (13%) 132 mg
Iron (52%) 6.74 mg
Magnesium (53%) 189 mg
Manganese (49%) 1.03 mg
Phosphorus (52%) 367 mg
Potassium (27%) 124 mg
Sodium (1%) 15mg
Zinc (28%) 2.68 mg
47. Black gram-Vigna mungo,
• It is a bean grown in the Indian subcontinent
• Black gram originated in India, where it has been in cultivation from
ancient times and is one of the most highly prized pulses of India
and Pakistan.
• It is an erect, suberect or trailing, densely hairy, annual herb. The tap
root produces a branched root system with smooth, rounded
nodules. The pods are narrow, cylindrical and up to six cm long
Vernacular Names
• Urad
• Uddu
• Minapa
• Pappu
• Mungo
• Black matpe bean
48. Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Carbohydrates 58.99
Sugars 0
Dietary fiber 18.3
Fat 1.64 g
Protein 25.21
Vitamins Quantity%DV†
Thiamine (B1) 24% 0.273 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 21%0.254 mg
Niacin (B3) 10%1.447 mg
Vitamin B6 22%0.281 mg
Folate (B9) 54%216 μg
Vitamin K 0%
Nutritive-Value
49. Horse gram--Macrotyloma uniflorum
• the horse gram is normally used to feed horses, though
it is also commonly used in cooking
• It is legumes of the tropics and subtropics, grown
mostly under dry-land agriculture.
• Horse gram is a short day, twining, succulent, annual
climbing herb which has trifoliate leaves, white
coloured flowers, long linear pubescent pods with
curved beak, flattened small seeds with light red,
brown, grey, black or mottled testa with photo and
thermo-sensitive nature.
• Vernacular name
Gahat, Muthira, Kulath, Kulthi, Hurali.
50. Chick pea- Cicer arietinum
• It is a legume of the family fabaceae
• The plant grows to 20–50 cm (8–20 in) high and has
small, feathery leaves on either side of the stem
Vernacular name
• Garbanzo
• Garbanzo bean
• Egyptian pea
• Channa
• kadale
51. Energy 686 kJ (164 kcal)
Carbohydrates 27.42 g
Sugars 4.8 g
Dietary fibre 7.6 g
Fat 2.59 g
Saturated 0.27 g
Monounsaturated 0.58 g
Polyunsaturated 1.16 g
Protein 8.86 g
Vitamin A equiv. 0%1 μg
Thiamine (B1) 10% 0.12 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 5% 0.06 mg
Niacin (B3) 4% 0.53 mg
Pantothenic acid (B5) 6% 0.29 mg
Vitamin B6 11% 0.14 mg
Folate (B9) 43% 172 μg
Vitamin C 2% 1.3 mg
Vitamin E 2% 0.35 mg
Vitamin K 4% 4 μg
Nutritive-Value
52. Pigeon Pea-- Cajanus cajan
• It is a perennial legume
• Pigeon pea is widely cultivated in all tropical and semitropical
regions
• It is an erect, short-lived perennial leguminous shrub that usually
grows to a height of about 1-2 m, but can reach up to 2-5 m high. It
quickly develops a deep (2 m depth) poisonous taproot. The stems
are woody at the base, angular and branching.
Vernacular name
• Thuvaram paruppu tamil
• Thuvara parippu malayalam
• Togari bele kannada
• Tuver ni dal gujarati
• Toor dal marathi
• Toor dal hindi.
53. Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Energy 1,435 kJ (343 kcal)
Carbohydrates 62.78 g
Sugars n/a
Dietary fiber 15 g
Fat 1.49 g
Protein 21.7 g
Vitamins Quantity%DV†
Thiamine (B1) 56% 0.643 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 16% 0.187 mg
Niacin (B3) 20% 2.965 mg
Pantothenic acid (B5) 25% 1.266 mg
Vitamin B6 22% 0.283 mg
Folate (B9) 114% 456 μg
Minerals Quantity%DV†
Calcium 13%130 mg
Iron 40%5.23 mg
Magnesium 52%183 mg
Manganese 85%1.791 mg
Phosphorus 52%367 mg
Potassium 30%1392 mg
Sodium 1%17 mg
Zinc 29%2.76 mg
54. Garden Pea- Pisum sativum
• It is an annual plant, with a life cycle of one year.
• It is a cool-season crop grown in many parts of the world; planting
can take place from winter to early summer depending on location
• The pea is most commonly the small spherical seed. Each pod
contains several peas, which can be green or yellow
• The wild pea is restricted to the Mediterranean basin and the Near
East
Vernacular name
• Garden pea
• Matar
• Batani
• Putani
• Vateni
• Tuveri
55. Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Energy 1,425 kJ (341 kcal)
Carbohydrates 60 g
Sugars 8 g
Dietary fiber 26 g
Fat 1 g
Protein 25 g
Vitamins Quantity%DV†
Thiamine (B1) 61% 0.7 mg
Pantothenic acid (B5) 34% 1.7 mg
Folate (B9) 69% 274 μg
Minerals Quantity%DV†
Iron 31% 4 mg
Nutritive-Value
56. Moth bean- Vigna aconitifolia
• It is a drought-resistant legume, commonly grown in arid
and semi-arid regions of india.
• The pods, sprouts and protein rich seeds of this crop are
commonly consumed in india.
• Moth bean can be grown on many soil types, and can also
act as a pasture legume.
Vernacular name
• Mat
• Moth bean,
• Matki,
• Turkish gram
• Dew bean
57. Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Energy 1,436 kJ (343 kcal)
Carbohydrates 61.5 g
Fat 1.6 g
Protein 22.9 g
Vitamins Quantity%DV†
Thiamine (B1) 52% 0.6 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 8% 0.1 mg
Niacin (B3) 19% 2.8 mg
Pantothenic acid (B5) 10% 0.5 mg
Vitamin B6 31% 0.4 mg
Folate (B9) 162% 649 μg
Choline 0%0 mg
Vitamin C 8%7 mg
Nutritive-Value
58. Kidney bean-Phaseolus vulgaris
• It is a herbaceous annual plant grown worldwide for its edible dry seed
• The beans are smooth, plump, kidney-shaped, up to 1.5 cm long, range
widely in color, and are often mottled in two or more colors.
There are different classifications of kidney beans, such as:
• Red kidney bean (common kidney bean, Rajma in India, Surkh (Red) Lobia
in Pakistan).
• Light speckled kidney bean (and long shape light speckled kidney bean).
• Red speckled kidney bean (and long shape light speckled kidney bean).
• White kidney bean (also known as cannellini or Lobia in India or Safaid
(White) Lobia in Pakistan).
• Raw kidney beans contain relatively high amounts of phytohemagglutinin,
and thus are more toxic than most other bean varieties if not pre-soaked and
subsequently heated to the boiling point for at least 10 minutes.
59. Soya bean- Glycine max
• The soybean plant produces small white or purple flowers and
curved seed pods which are 3–15 cm (1.2–6 in) in length and
can contain between 1 and 5 seeds.
• Soybean pods generally contain one to three seeds each.
• There are large variations in seed shape, size and colour.
• Shape varies from almost spherical to flat and elongated.
Vernacular names
• Soya
• Bhat
• Bhatwar
• Soja-chinese
• Ram kurthi-marati
60. Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Energy 1,866 kJ (446 kcal)
Carbohydrates 30.16 g
Sugars 7.33 g
Dietary fiber 9.3 g
Fat 19.94 g
Saturated 2.884 g
Monounsaturated 4.404 g
Polyunsaturated
omega-3
omega-6
11.255 g
1.330 g
9.925 g
Protein 36.49 g
Nutritive-Value
97. USA-- Black Bean
Burritos (vegetarian)
ingredients
• 1 1/2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 1 - 2 teaspoon chili powder, adjust for
heat preference
• 3/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 3/4 cups canned black beans, drained
and rinsed
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onion
• 1/3 cup salsa
• 1/3 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/3 cup zucchini, diced
98. Instructions
In a small saucepan, bring the water, lime juice,
chili powder, cumin, black pepper, and cayenne to a
boil.
Stir in the black beans, green onion, and salsa.
Cook over medium-low heat until heated through,
then set aside.
In a small saucepan, heat the oil over medium-high
heat. Saute the red bell pepper and zucchini for 3-5
minutes. Remove from heat and stir into the bean
mixture along with the corn and cilantro. Season to
taste with salt and pepper.
Warm the tortillas in the microwave, or whatever
your preferred method, so the tortillas do not break
when folding. Then, spoon 3/4 cup of mixture in
each tortilla. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of cheese,
then roll up – folding the ends in to create a little
pouch.
Coat the surfaces of a heavy skillet with a small
amount of oil. Heat the skillet over medium-high
heat. Then, add the burritos and brown 3 minutes
on each side. Repeat with remaining burritos
1/3 cup corn
2 tablespoons finely chopped
cilantro
salt and pepper, to taste
4 (8-inch) flour tortillas
3/4 cup Monterey Jack or
Pepper Jack cheese
2 teaspoons olive or canola oil,
plus additional as needed
Conti..
99. Ingredients
1 Tablespoon coconut oil
1 large sweet onion, diced
1 large sweet potato, peeled
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon whole cumin seed
Dash of crushed chilis or to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 large bay leaf
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
3 cups crushed tomatoes
2 cups vegetable stock or water
1 14-oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon salt
1 Tablespoon maple syrup
2 Tablespoons fine cornmeal
1/4 cup pepitas, to garnish
Europe --Sweet Potato Black Bean
Chili
100. Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
Instructions
• In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat coconut oil
over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring
occasionally, for 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, cut the sweet potato into small cubes.
Add the garlic and spices to the onion and cook for
1 minute. Tip in the sweet potato, crushed
tomatoes, broth and beans. Stir well to combine.
• Increase heat to medium high. Bring the chili to a
simmer and cook for 1 hour. Stir occasionally.
• Test sweet potato for doneness, and if it is soft
enough to be mashed with a fork, yet still holds its
shape, the chili is ready for the final step.
• Add the salt and the maple syrup. Sprinkle the
cornmeal over the top and stir well. Lower heat
and cook for an additional 15 minutes, stirring
often. Chili will thicken.
• Scoop into bowls, garnish with pepitas and enjoy.
101. Thai--Creamy Black Bean and Corn Salsa
RecipeIngredients
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
and cooked according to label directions
1 cup sweet corn kernels, cooked
2 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
2 tablespoons chopped fresh red bell
pepper
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl.
Serve with pita or corn tortilla chips.
Salsa may be served warm or may be
stored in the refrigerator and served
chilled.
102. Middle Eastern
Taco Salad
Ingredients
1 large head of leaf lettuce, washed
2 baby cucumbers
1/4 red onion
2 tomatoes
1 cooked chicken breast, chopped
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
3-4 sprigs each, oregano and mint, chopped
1 recipe Cumin Roasted Chickpeas (see above)
1 recipe Tangy Avocado Dressing (see above)
2 cups pita chips, slightly crushed
Instructions
Tear lettuce into a very large salad bowl. Thinly
slice the cucumbers and red onion; add them to
the bowl.
Chop the tomatoes and add them to the salad,
along with the chicken. Sprinkle the feta cheese
and the chopped herbs over the top.
Toss the salad together with the roasted
chickpeas and the Tangy Avocado Dressing.
Immediately before serving, add the crushed
pita chips and serve
103. Brazil--Rustic Chickpea Stew with
Apricots & Turnip {slow-cooker recipe
Ingredients
19 oz (540ml) can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
28 oz can crushed tomatoes or 3 1/2 cups
homemade tomato sauce
1 cup apple juice
2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup/150g medium diced turnip
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots (about 12)
zest of 1 large lemon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Combine all the ingredients in a slow-cooker and
stir to combine.
Cover and cook on low setting for 6 hours, or on
high for four hours.
Check turnip for tenderness and taste stew for
seasoning. Adjust salt if necessary and serve.
104. 6/12/2020
The Institute of Crop Sciences at the Chinese Academy of
Agricultural Sciences in 2008
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East Asian--Gluten free Noodles
105. Comparison
Classical Food Items Today’s Food Item
Based Rasa, Guna, Veerya, Vipaka
of Dravya
Based on Taste and Eye Appealing
Properties
Hand made Prepared with modern
Gadgets/equipments
No artificial Food colors or soda
added
Artificial Food colors or soda added
Can be given in Swastha & Athura Can be given only in Swastha
Disease healing properties are
imbibed
Disease healing properties are not
present
106. Discussion
• Classical food items which were mentioned in
Samhitha are based on Rasa, Guna, Veerya of food
ingredients
• Krutanna varga with shimbi dhanya varga are
generally Balya, Bruhmana, Vrushya, Tarpaka in
action
107. Conclusion
• With sophisticated equipments processing of food
became easier than olden days
• Classical food items are more stable because of
Samskara of perfect food ingridient so they
enhance health
• Whereas most of contemporary food items are
prepared with the basis of taste enhancing
properties so they harm health.
• Classical food items can be prescribed for both
swastha and athura