Incompatible foods (viruddha) are considered to be a cause of many diseases. In the Charaka Samhita, a list of food combinations considered incompatible in the sattvic system is given.
Certain foods that do not harmonize with one another are believed to contribute to numerous health issues. The Charaka Samhita offers a catalog of incompatible food pairings within the framework of the sattvic system.