Subtastes: Bland
Browse Recipes AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON 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.INGREDIENTS WITH BLAND QUALITY
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Adzuki Beans, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Barley, Buckwheat, Burdock Root (Gobo), Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Chard, Chickweed, Collard Greens, Daikon Radish, Fennel Stalk, Green Tea, Honey Dew, Parsnip, Prunes (dried), Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Tofu, Zucchini
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.Acorn, Adzuki Beans, Barley, Buckwheat, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cassava Root / Yuca, Fennel Stalk, Ghee, Green Plantain, Honey Dew, Lima Beans, Milk, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed, Prunes (dried), Pumpkin, Summer Squash, Tofu, Zucchini
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.Acorn, Adzuki Beans, Barley, Buckwheat, Celery Root, Fennel Stalk, Ghee, Green Plantain, Honey Dew, Lima Beans, Milk, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed, Pumpkin, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Tofu, Turnip
EARTHResembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard.Adzuki Beans, Asparagus, Barley, Burdock Root (Gobo), Celery Stalk, Chickweed, Collard Greens, Fennel Stalk, Ghee, Green Plantain, Green Tea, Honey Dew, Lima Beans, Milk, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Summer Squash, Zucchini
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.Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cabbage (cooked), Cauliflower, Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Chard, Chickweed, Collard Greens, Daikon Radish, Fennel Stalk, Green Tea, Kohlrabi, Lima Beans, Parsnip, Tofu
AIRResembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.Acorn, Adzuki Beans, Barley, Buckwheat, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cassava Root / Yuca, Chickweed, Ghee, Green Plantain, Honey Dew, Lima Beans, Milk, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Prunes (dried), Pumpkin, Tofu, Zucchini
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Adzuki Beans, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Cabbage (cooked), Cauliflower, Celery Stalk, Collard Greens, Ghee, Green Tea, Parsnip, Poppy Seed, Pumpkin, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Turnip
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.GreenArtichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca, Celery Stalk, Chard, Chickweed, Collard Greens, Fennel Stalk, Green Tea, Honey Dew, Kohlrabi, Lima Beans, Summer Squash, ZucchiniAcorn, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Barley, Buckwheat, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chickweed, Daikon Radish, Ghee, Green Tea, Milk, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Summer Squash, Tofu
BLOOD-PLASMA-LYMPHPlasma (Rasa Dhatu) includes plasma, white blood cells, and lymph.Adzuki Beans, Asparagus, Buckwheat, Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca, Green Plantain, Honey Dew, Lima Beans, Milk, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Pumpkin, Tofu
SATISFIES-STOMACHProvides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach.WhiteAloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Barley, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cauliflower, Daikon Radish, Milk, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Parsnip, Tofu, TurnipAsparagus, Cassava Root / Yuca, Honey Dew, Milk, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed, Pumpkin, Summer Squash, Tofu
DOWNWARDDownward-moving (Adho Gati Marga) substances move food downward in the GI tract, settle the nervous system, and relax muscles.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Cassava Root / Yuca, Ghee, Honey Dew, Milk, Summer Squash, Zucchini
WATERResembles water (ap) in quality - fluid, sticky, soft, heavy, stable, cool.Cassava Root / Yuca, Honey Dew, Milk, Poppy Seed, Tofu
INWARDInward moving substances promote introspection, self reflection, stillness, or slow the system down.Ghee, Milk, Poppy Seed, Tofu
REPRODUCTIVEReproductive tissue (Shukra/Artava Dhatu) includes male and female reproductive organs.Ghee, Honey Dew, Milk
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.Cassava Root / Yuca, Ghee
PROMOTES-FERTILITYAn herb that promotes fertility. Generally used by women who wish to become pregnant. These herbs may also help with menstrual problems of deficiency, such as amenorrhea (lack of a period).Fennel Stalk, Tofu
GALACTAGOGUEIncreases production of breast milk, often by raising prolactin and diaphoresis.Green Plantain, Poppy Seed
CALMS-HEARTAn herb that literally calms the heart. These herbs are helpful in the treatment of anxiety, sadness, depression, or other emotional imbalances in the heart. Related to the Chinese Herbal Category 'calms spirit.'Tofu
UTERINE-TONICAn herb that tonifies and strengthens the uterus. Helpful for menstrual difficulties and fertility. Often herbs that increase ojas, but also circulation to reproductive system.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Barley, Buckwheat, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cauliflower, Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Chard, Chickweed, Collard Greens, Daikon Radish, Fennel Stalk, Green Tea, Parsnip, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Summer Squash, Turnip, Zucchini
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Adzuki Beans, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Barley, Buckwheat, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cabbage (cooked), Cauliflower, Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Chard, Chickweed, Collard Greens, Daikon Radish, Fennel Stalk, Green Plantain, Green Tea, Lima Beans, Millet, Prunes (dried), Pumpkin, Tofu
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Barley, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Chickweed, Fennel Stalk, Ghee, Green Plantain, Honey Dew, Lima Beans, Milk, Poppy Seed, Pumpkin, Summer Squash, Tofu, Zucchini
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Barley, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cabbage (cooked), Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Chard, Chickweed, Daikon Radish, Green Tea, Parsnip, Prunes (dried), Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Barley, Cauliflower, Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Chard, Chickweed, Collard Greens, Fennel Stalk, Green Tea, Millet
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Burdock Root (Gobo), Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Chickweed, Daikon Radish, Green Tea, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Acorn, Buckwheat, Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Daikon Radish, Millet, Parsnip, Prunes (dried), Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Turnip
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Acorn, Adzuki Beans, Cabbage (cooked), Cauliflower, Lima Beans, Milk, Parsnip, Pumpkin, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Tofu
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Acorn, Adzuki Beans, Cassava Root / Yuca, Ghee, Green Plantain, Lima Beans, Milk, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed, Tofu
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Barley, Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Ghee, Honey Dew, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Summer Squash, Zucchini
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Barley, Cassava Root / Yuca, Milk, Oats / Oatmeal, Pumpkin
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Ghee, Poppy Seed
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.Cassava Root / Yuca
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Adzuki Beans, Asparagus, Barley, Buckwheat, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca, Celery Root, Fennel Stalk, Ghee, Green Plantain, Honey Dew, Milk, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Parsnip, Poppy Seed, Prunes (dried), Pumpkin, Summer Squash
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Acorn, Adzuki Beans, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Buckwheat, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Collard Greens, Green Plantain, Green Tea, Lima Beans, Millet, Poppy Seed, Tofu, Turnip
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Acorn, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cassava Root / Yuca, Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Chard, Chickweed, Collard Greens, Fennel Stalk, Green Tea, Parsnip, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Turnip
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Buckwheat, Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Daikon Radish, Fennel Stalk, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Acorn, Asparagus, Cabbage (cooked), Celery Stalk, Poppy Seed
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Fennel Stalk, Green Tea
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.Daikon Radish, Radish (raw)
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Honey Dew
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Chickweed
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Bowel Poop EliminationAcorn, Adzuki Beans, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Buckwheat, Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca, Ghee, Green Plantain, Millet, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed, Prunes (dried)Cleanse And DetoxAloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Asparagus, Buckwheat, Cabbage (cooked), Celery Root, Collard Greens, Daikon Radish, Lima Beans, ParsnipWeight LossBuckwheat, Cabbage (cooked), Cauliflower, Celery Root, Chard, Collard Greens, Green Tea, Honey Dew, Lima BeansBuckwheat, Green Tea, Summer Squash, Tofu
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.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Tofu
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).SpringAdzuki Beans, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Barley, Burdock Root (Gobo), Cabbage (cooked), Cauliflower, Celery Root, Celery Stalk, Chard, Chickweed, Collard Greens, Daikon Radish, Green Plantain, Green Tea, Kohlrabi, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, TurnipHERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH BLAND QUALITY
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Neutral (Tridoshic)Passionflower, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
CALMS-HEARTAn herb that literally calms the heart. These herbs are helpful in the treatment of anxiety, sadness, depression, or other emotional imbalances in the heart. Related to the Chinese Herbal Category 'calms spirit.'Passionflower, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
EARTHResembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard.Red Clover, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
PROMOTES-FERTILITYAn herb that promotes fertility. Generally used by women who wish to become pregnant. These herbs may also help with menstrual problems of deficiency, such as amenorrhea (lack of a period).Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
INWARDInward moving substances promote introspection, self reflection, stillness, or slow the system down.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
REPRODUCTIVEReproductive tissue (Shukra/Artava Dhatu) includes male and female reproductive organs.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
GALACTAGOGUEIncreases production of breast milk, often by raising prolactin and diaphoresis.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
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.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
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.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
UTERINE-TONICAn herb that tonifies and strengthens the uterus. Helpful for menstrual difficulties and fertility. Often herbs that increase ojas, but also circulation to reproductive system.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
APHRODISIACHerbs that increase sexual arousal through various actions including increased circulation, relaxation, stimulation, or tonics that strengthen glandular health.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
WATERResembles water (ap) in quality - fluid, sticky, soft, heavy, stable, cool.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
DOWNWARDDownward-moving (Adho Gati Marga) substances move food downward in the GI tract, settle the nervous system, and relax muscles.Red Clover, Vidari
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.Vidari
BLOOD-PLASMA-LYMPHPlasma (Rasa Dhatu) includes plasma, white blood cells, and lymph.Passionflower
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.Passionflower, Red Clover, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Passionflower, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Shatavari, Vidari
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Shatavari Ghee
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.Passionflower
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Passionflower
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Red Clover
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Passionflower, Red Clover, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Passionflower, Shatavari
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Passionflower, Red Clover
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Passionflower
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.Red Clover
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HELPFUL FOR*'Bland' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.DigestionLifestyleMind Stress SleepSkinCONTRAINDICATIONS / AGGRAVATES / IS AGGRAVATED BY*'Bland' may aggravate, or be aggravated by, these symptoms and causes below.Mind Stress SleepDigestionAbout 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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