Browse Recipes AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON HAIR-GROWTH-TONICAn herb or formula that encourages healthy hair growth.INGREDIENTS WITH HAIR-GROWTH-TONIC QUALITY
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Coconut Oil, Eggs, Fenugreek, Kelp, Sesame Oil, Stinging Nettles
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Eggs, Fenugreek, Sesame Oil, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Coconut Oil, Eggs, Hibiscus, Sesame Oil, Turmeric
SKIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.Coconut Oil, Fenugreek, Sesame Oil, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
SATTVICSattvic foods promote awareness and a refreshed mind by nourishing the body without taxing digestion. Sattvic foods do not stimulate desire or nervous energy. They create clarity instead of drowsiness or heaviness.Coconut Oil, Fenugreek, Kelp, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.Coconut Oil, Fenugreek, Hibiscus, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Fenugreek, Hibiscus, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Kelp, Sesame Oil, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
BONE-TONICAn herb that strengthens the bones and joints.Coconut Oil, Eggs, Sesame Oil, Stinging Nettles
PROMOTES-VIRILITYEncourages virility and potency.Coconut Oil, Eggs, Sesame Oil, Stinging Nettles
OJASOjas is the essence of healthy tissue, immunity, stable energy and happiness. Substances that improve ojas are recommended after long-term illness, debility, emotional and physical trauma, and even sadness.Coconut Oil, Eggs, Sesame Oil, Stinging Nettles
TONICA tonic herb restores function through strengthening tissue. This can happen through a combination of nourishing the tissue, and invigorating tissue metabolism. The tonic should not be withering, as in caffeine.Coconut Oil, Fenugreek, Kelp, Sesame Oil
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Fenugreek, Hibiscus, Kelp, Stinging Nettles
DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.Fenugreek, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
SPLEEN-TONICAn herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.Sesame Oil, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
BLOOD-TONICAn herb that produces more blood cells in the body, or otherwise improves blood cell quality or hemoglobin content. Helpful for anemia and other types of deficiency.Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
ALTERATIVERestores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.Coconut Oil, Sesame Oil
LIVOTONICAn herb that strengthens the liver. It is helpful for people with a history of substance abuse, chronic liver issues from hepatitis and hemolytic anemias. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or contain beta-carotene.Coconut Oil, Hibiscus
REFRIGERANTAn herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.Turmeric
HEPATOPROTECTIVEAn herb that is capable of preventing liver damage. Many hepatoprotectives work via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.Coconut Oil
BRAIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens the brain and thereby enhances memory or other cognitive functions and improves mental stamina or stability.Eggs, Fenugreek, Sesame Oil, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Fenugreek, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Fenugreek, Kelp, Turmeric
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Fenugreek, Hibiscus, Turmeric
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Coconut Oil, Eggs, Sesame Oil
OILYIn Ayurveda, oily refers to anything moistening. More specifically, oily refers to building substances that increases fat, or are themselves fatty. For example, sugar is Oily.Eggs, Kelp
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Coconut Oil, Hibiscus
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Turmeric
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Eggs
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Coconut Oil
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Fenugreek, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric
BITTERBitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.Coconut Oil, Eggs, Sesame Oil
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Eggs, Kelp, Stinging Nettles
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Fenugreek, Hibiscus, Stinging Nettles
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Fenugreek, Sesame Oil
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Hibiscus
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Coconut Oil, Hibiscus, Sesame Oil, Turmeric
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH HAIR-GROWTH-TONIC QUALITY
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Almond Oil, Amalaki, Bhringaraj, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Caffeine in Topical Creams, Kudzu root
SKIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.Almond Oil, Amalaki, Bhringaraj, Bibhitaki, Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic, Kudzu root
TONICA tonic herb restores function through strengthening tissue. This can happen through a combination of nourishing the tissue, and invigorating tissue metabolism. The tonic should not be withering, as in caffeine.Bhringaraj, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), Bibhitaki, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Guduchi
NERVINEBalances the nervous system. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, and even chronic pain. Often they are aromatic in nature.Almond Oil, Amalaki, Bhringaraj, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Guduchi
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Amalaki, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic, Guduchi
ALTERATIVERestores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.Almond Oil, Amalaki, Bhringaraj, Guduchi, Kudzu root
HEPATOPROTECTIVEAn herb that is capable of preventing liver damage. Many hepatoprotectives work via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.Bhringaraj, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic, Guduchi, Kudzu root
LIVOTONICAn herb that strengthens the liver. It is helpful for people with a history of substance abuse, chronic liver issues from hepatitis and hemolytic anemias. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or contain beta-carotene.Amalaki, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola
BLOOD-TONICAn herb that produces more blood cells in the body, or otherwise improves blood cell quality or hemoglobin content. Helpful for anemia and other types of deficiency.Amalaki, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola
REFRIGERANTAn herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.Amalaki, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola
BRAIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens the brain and thereby enhances memory or other cognitive functions and improves mental stamina or stability.Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Almond Oil, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola
SATTVICSattvic foods promote awareness and a refreshed mind by nourishing the body without taxing digestion. Sattvic foods do not stimulate desire or nervous energy. They create clarity instead of drowsiness or heaviness.Amalaki, Bibhitaki
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Bhringaraj, Guduchi
DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.Almond Oil, Kudzu root
OJASOjas is the essence of healthy tissue, immunity, stable energy and happiness. Substances that improve ojas are recommended after long-term illness, debility, emotional and physical trauma, and even sadness.Amalaki
PROMOTES-VIRILITYEncourages virility and potency.Almond Oil
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.Almond Oil, Amalaki, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Almond Oil, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Kudzu root
OILYIn Ayurveda, oily refers to anything moistening. More specifically, oily refers to building substances that increases fat, or are themselves fatty. For example, sugar is Oily.Almond Oil, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), Kudzu root
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Bibhitaki, Guduchi
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Bhringaraj, Bibhitaki
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Amalaki
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Bibhitaki
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Bibhitaki
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Almond Oil, Bhringaraj, Bibhitaki, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Kudzu root
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic, Guduchi
BITTERBitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.Amalaki, Bibhitaki, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Guduchi
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Bhringaraj, Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic
AROMATICHerbs or spices with volatile essential oils that present strong aromas. Aromatic oils shock, refresh and numb tissue, with the end result of relaxing, opening and clearing stagnant fluids in tissues.Amalaki, Bhringaraj, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Amalaki, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic
ANTI-AGINGGeriatric conditions typically involve low agni / metabolism, poor circulation, weakness & debility, muscle weakening, poor digestion, a drop in sex hormones, and connective tissue degradation in bones & skin.HELPFUL FOR*'Hair-growth-tonic' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Hair-growth-tonic Recipes Listed By StrengthBrowse By PopularityAbout the Author John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda biocharacteristics. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.John's interest in Ayurveda and specialization in digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, as well as public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. Outside of work, John enjoys spending time with his wife and 6 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language. |
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