Subtastes: Acrid
Browse Recipes AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.INGREDIENTS WITH ACRID QUALITY
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Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Coffee, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses, Tobacco / Nicotine, Turnip Greens, Wasabi
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Coffee, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses, Tobacco / Nicotine, Turnip Greens, Wasabi
RAJASICRajasic foods stimulate desire or nervous energy. Red meat, high protein food, garlic and onions stimulate desire. Rajasic foods include chili peppers, coffee, and anything that stimulates movement.Allspice, Cloves, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses, Wasabi
WARMS-CHESTWarms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.Ajwain, Cloves, Coffee, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Wasabi
OUTWARDOutward-moving substances stimulate circulation, push heat towards the skin, or are stimulating.Ajwain, Coffee, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Tobacco / Nicotine, Wasabi
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.Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Daikon Radish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses
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.BrownAjwain, Cloves, Coffee, Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Sorghum Molasses, Tobacco / Nicotine, WasabiAjwain, Allspice, Cloves, Coffee, Garlic (raw), Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw)
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Ajwain, Cloves, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Scallions (Raw), Wasabi
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Scallions (Raw), Wasabi
DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANGHerbs that revitalizing by warming and stimulating, typically stimulating arterial circulation.Ajwain, Allspice, Coffee, Daikon Radish, Molasses, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Sorghum Molasses, Tobacco / Nicotine
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Cloves, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Sorghum Molasses, Wasabi
WARMS-ABDOMENWarms the muscles and organs of the abdomen, stimulating digestion and metabolism.Cloves, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Wasabi
DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.Cloves, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Tobacco / Nicotine, Wasabi
EXPECTORANTExpectorants help you eliminate mucus from the lungs. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus. Expectorants are indicated when phlegm congests the lower respiratory tract.Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Daikon Radish, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Scallions (Raw)
DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Allspice, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Scallions (Raw)
VASODILATORA vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.Allspice, Cloves, Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Wasabi
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin)
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Coffee, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Mustard Seed
BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma.Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Coffee, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses, Tobacco / Nicotine, Turnip Greens, Wasabi
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Ajwain, Allspice, Coffee, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Sorghum Molasses, Tobacco / Nicotine, Turnip Greens, Wasabi
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Coffee, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Wasabi
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Coffee, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Greens, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Turnip Greens, Wasabi
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Wasabi
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Ajwain, Allspice, Horseradish, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Tobacco / Nicotine, Wasabi
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Coffee, Daikon Radish, Nigella (black cumin)
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Coffee, Tobacco / Nicotine
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Radish (raw)
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Coffee, Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses, Turnip Greens, Wasabi
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), Tobacco / Nicotine, Turnip Greens, Wasabi
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Ajwain, Allspice, Cloves, Coffee, Garlic (raw), Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Scallions (Raw)
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.Molasses, Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Allspice, Cloves
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Daikon Radish, Radish (raw)
BLANDBland means doesn't have much taste. In Chinese medicine, bland taste refers to afood without little macronutrients, such as cabbage, radish or bok choy.Scallions (Raw)
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Garlic (raw)
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Respiratory HealthDaikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Scallions (Raw), WasabiMustard Seed
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH ACRID QUALITY
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Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic, Angelica, Atractyloides, Bitter Orange Peel, Dong Quai, Echinacea, Elecampane, Osha, Prickly Ash, Trikatu
DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Angelica, Atractyloides, Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Echinacea, Elecampane, Lobelia, Osha, Prickly Ash, Trikatu
DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.Dong Quai, Echinacea, Elecampane, Juniper Berry, Prickly Ash, Shilajit Tonic, Trikatu, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANGHerbs that revitalizing by warming and stimulating, typically stimulating arterial circulation.Angelica, Bitter Orange Peel, Dong Quai, Elecampane, Prickly Ash, Reduced lemon juice, Shilajit Tonic, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Angelica, Blue Cohosh, Corydalis, Chinese, Dong Quai, Echinacea, Elecampane, Juniper Berry, Prickly Ash
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Angelica, Atractyloides, Dong Quai, Elecampane, Lobelia, Osha, Reduced lemon juice
EXPECTORANTExpectorants help you eliminate mucus from the lungs. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus. Expectorants are indicated when phlegm congests the lower respiratory tract.Angelica, Blue Cohosh, Dong Quai, Elecampane, Juniper Berry, Trikatu
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Angelica, Blue Cohosh, Dong Quai, Lobelia, Prickly Ash, Trikatu
VASODILATORA vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.Angelica, Dong Quai, Elecampane, Lobelia, Osha, Trikatu
BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma.Angelica, Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Dong Quai, Lobelia, Prickly Ash
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Atractyloides, Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Elecampane, Juniper Berry, Shilajit Tonic
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.Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic, Blue Cohosh, Echinacea, Shilajit Tonic, Trikatu
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Angelica, Bitter Orange Peel, Trikatu
RAJASICRajasic foods stimulate desire or nervous energy. Red meat, high protein food, garlic and onions stimulate desire. Rajasic foods include chili peppers, coffee, and anything that stimulates movement.Osha, Shilajit Tonic, Trikatu
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic, Trikatu
WARMS-ABDOMENWarms the muscles and organs of the abdomen, stimulating digestion and metabolism.Echinacea, Shilajit Tonic
OUTWARDOutward-moving substances stimulate circulation, push heat towards the skin, or are stimulating.Osha
WARMS-CHESTWarms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic, Angelica, Blue Cohosh, Corydalis, Chinese, Dong Quai, Elecampane, Juniper Berry, Lobelia, Osha, Prickly Ash, Shilajit Tonic, Trikatu, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic, Angelica, Bitter Orange Peel, Dong Quai, Echinacea, Juniper Berry, Lobelia, Osha, Reduced lemon juice, Shilajit Tonic, Trikatu, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Angelica, Bitter Orange Peel, Echinacea, Elecampane, Osha, Prickly Ash, Shilajit Tonic, Trikatu, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Bitter Orange Peel, Blue Vervain, Lobelia, Osha, Trikatu
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Echinacea, Osha, Shilajit Tonic
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic, Trikatu
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Blue Vervain, Echinacea
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic, Reduced lemon juice
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Dong Quai
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.Elecampane
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic, Angelica, Atractyloides, Bitter Orange Peel, Blue Cohosh, Dong Quai, Echinacea, Elecampane, Juniper Berry, Lobelia, Osha, Prickly Ash, Shilajit Tonic, Trikatu, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Angelica, Atractyloides, Bitter Orange Peel, Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Corydalis, Chinese, Dong Quai, Echinacea, Elecampane, Juniper Berry, Lobelia, Prickly Ash, Reduced lemon juice, Shilajit Tonic, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Angelica, Bitter Orange Peel, Dong Quai, Echinacea, Elecampane, Juniper Berry, Prickly Ash
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.Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic, Atractyloides, Blue Cohosh, Dong Quai
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Echinacea, Elecampane, Shilajit Tonic
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Blue Vervain, Elecampane
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Juniper Berry
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Respiratory HealthAngelica, Dong Quai, Echinacea, Elecampane, Lobelia, Osha, Reduced lemon juice, Shilajit Tonic, TrikatuDong Quai, Shilajit 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.Dong Quai, Juniper Berry
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HELPFUL FOR*'Acrid' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.CONTRAINDICATIONS / AGGRAVATES / IS AGGRAVATED BY*'Acrid' may aggravate, or be aggravated by, these symptoms and causes below.Mind Stress SleepAbout 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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