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Apple (raw), Asparagus, Banana, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cantaloupe / Melons, Cauliflower, Collard Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Grapefruit, Kale, Mustard Greens, Okra, Orange, Papaya, Parsley (Fresh), Pineapple, Potato, Red Bell Pepper, Strawberries, Sweet Potato, Tomato, Watermelon
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.Apple (raw), Asparagus, Banana, Beet Greens, Blueberry, Brussels sprouts, Cantaloupe / Melons, Collard Greens, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Grapefruit, Kale, Okra, Orange, Papaya, Parsley (Fresh), Strawberries, Summer Squash, Sweet Potato, Watermelon, 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.GreenApple (raw), Asparagus, Beet Greens, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Collard Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Jackfruit, Kale, Mustard Greens, Okra, Parsley (Fresh), Summer Squash, Watermelon, ZucchiniAcai, Apple (raw), Blueberry, Brussels sprouts, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cauliflower, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dandelion Leaves, Grapefruit, Parsley (Fresh), Plum, Potato, Red Bell Pepper, Strawberries, Tomato, Watermelon
ANTIOXIDANTAn antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions.Banana, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Grapefruit, Jackfruit, Orange, Papaya, Pineapple, Plum, Red Bell Pepper, Strawberries, Summer Squash, Tomato, Watermelon, Zucchini
WATERResembles water (ap) in quality - fluid, sticky, soft, heavy, stable, cool.Apple (raw), Asparagus, Beet Greens, Blueberry, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cauliflower, Chard, Collard Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Kale, Mustard Greens, Okra, Parsley (Fresh), Pineapple
AIRResembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.Acai, Blueberry, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cauliflower, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dandelion Leaves, Jackfruit, Kale, Papaya, Pineapple, Red Bell Pepper, Strawberries
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Soluble FiberAcai, Apple (raw), Banana, Blueberry, Broccoli, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cassava Root / Yuca, Collard Greens, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Fennel Stalk, Orange, Papaya, Potato, Strawberries, Summer SquashPotassiumAcai, Asparagus, Banana, Beet Greens, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cantaloupe / Melons, Cauliflower, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Jackfruit, Kale, Potato, Red Bell Pepper, Sweet Potato, TomatoBanana, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Fennel Stalk, Jackfruit, Okra, Orange, Papaya, Pineapple, Plum, Potato, Summer Squash, Sweet Potato, Watermelon, 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.Acai, Banana, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Jackfruit, Okra, Orange, Papaya, Pineapple, Plum, Potato, Sweet Potato, Watermelon, Zucchini
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Vitamin ABeet Greens, Cantaloupe / Melons, Chard, Collard Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Kale, Mustard Greens, Okra, Papaya, Parsley (Fresh), Red Bell Pepper, Sweet PotatoBanana, Brussels sprouts, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Grapefruit, Kale, Orange, Papaya, Pineapple
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Apple (raw), Grapefruit, Jackfruit, Mustard Greens, Orange, Pineapple
WAKES-YOU-UPInvigorates the body and nervous system, increases energy.Grapefruit, Orange, Pineapple, Strawberries, Tomato
SIALOGOGUEA sialogogue increases saliva. Sour foods are often great sialogogues, and increase output of all exocrine glands. Salty taste is very moistening as well. Bitter, pungent and sweettastes also increase salivary output but to a lesser degree. Astringents.Banana, Strawberries
SKIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.Cassava Root / Yuca
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Cassava Root / Yuca
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.Acai, Apple (raw), Asparagus, Blueberry, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Jackfruit, Kale, Okra, Potato, Strawberries, Summer Squash, Sweet Potato, Watermelon, Zucchini
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Apple (raw), Asparagus, Beet Greens, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cauliflower, Chard, Collard Greens, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Kale, Parsley (Fresh), Plum, Potato, Watermelon
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Asparagus, Beet Greens, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cauliflower, Chard, Collard Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Grapefruit, Kale, Mustard Greens, Orange, Parsley (Fresh), Plum, Summer Squash, Watermelon, Zucchini
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Asparagus, Beet Greens, Blueberry, Broccoli, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cauliflower, Chard, Collard Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Kale, Mustard Greens, Okra, Parsley (Fresh), Red Bell Pepper, Strawberries, Watermelon
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Banana, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Grapefruit, Kale, Okra, Orange, Papaya, Parsley (Fresh), Pineapple, Strawberries, Summer Squash, Sweet Potato, Watermelon, Zucchini
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Asparagus, Beet Greens, Cabbage (cooked), Chard, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dandelion Leaves, Grapefruit, Kale, Orange, Parsley (Fresh), Watermelon
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Mustard Greens, Orange, Papaya, Parsley (Fresh), Pineapple, Red Bell Pepper
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Beet Greens, Brussels sprouts, Dandelion Leaves, Grapefruit, Kale, Mustard Greens, Orange, Pineapple
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cauliflower, Jackfruit, Tomato
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Banana, Cassava Root / Yuca, Papaya, Potato, Sweet Potato
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Banana, Cassava Root / Yuca, Jackfruit, Okra
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Cassava Root / Yuca
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Jackfruit
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.Acai, Apple (raw), Asparagus, Banana, Blueberry, Cabbage (cooked), Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cranberry, Fennel Stalk, Grapefruit, Jackfruit, Okra, Orange, Papaya, Pineapple, Plum, Potato, Red Bell Pepper, Strawberries, Summer Squash, Sweet Potato, Tomato, Watermelon
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Acai, Apple (raw), Asparagus, Beet Greens, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Collard Greens, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dandelion Leaves, Jackfruit, Kale, Okra, Potato, Strawberries
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Beet Greens, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Collard Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Fennel Stalk, Grapefruit, Kale, Mustard Greens, Parsley (Fresh), Plum, Red Bell Pepper
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Acai, Apple (raw), Blueberry, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Grapefruit, Orange, Pineapple, Plum, Strawberries, Tomato
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Asparagus, Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca, Cauliflower, Chard, Collard Greens, Fennel Stalk, Summer Squash, Zucchini
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.Fennel Stalk, Mustard Greens, Parsley (Fresh), Pineapple, Red Bell Pepper, Tomato
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Asparagus, Cabbage (cooked), Pineapple
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Fennel Stalk, Mustard Greens
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.Mustard Greens
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Weight LossApple (raw), Beet Greens, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cauliflower, Chard, Collard Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Grapefruit, Mustard Greens, Orange, Parsley (Fresh)Cleanse And DetoxAsparagus, Beet Greens, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Collard Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Grapefruit, Mustard Greens, Parsley (Fresh)Heart Circulation BloodAcai, Blueberry, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dandelion Leaves, Grapefruit, Mustard Greens, Orange, Parsley (Fresh), StrawberriesEnergy VitalityAcai, Apple (raw), Banana, Beet Greens, Dandelion Leaves, Grapefruit, Jackfruit, Pineapple, PotatoKidney Bladder UrinaryAsparagus, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dandelion Leaves, Parsley (Fresh), WatermelonBowel Poop EliminationApple (raw), Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca, Cranberry, Cranberry JuiceBanana, Strawberries
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Summer Squash
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.Snack DessertApple (raw), Asparagus, Banana, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Grapefruit, Jackfruit, Orange, Papaya, Pineapple, Plum, Strawberries, Sweet Potato, WatermelonSummerAcai, Asparagus, Banana, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Fennel Stalk, Grapefruit, Jackfruit, Okra, Orange, Papaya, Pineapple, Plum, Red Bell Pepper, Strawberries, Summer Squash, Tomato, Watermelon, ZucchiniHERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH VITAMIN-C
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Sea buckthorn
ANTIDIURETICAn herb that suppresses the formation of urine. They help retain fluids and rehydrate by reducing urination. They oppose diuresis.Sea buckthorn
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Sea buckthorn
SKIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.Sea buckthorn
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Sea buckthorn
ANTIOXIDANTAn antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions.Reduced lemon juice
WAKES-YOU-UPInvigorates the body and nervous system, increases energy.Reduced lemon juice
STIMULATES-FRONT-OF-BRAINCreates a feeling of awareness or tension in the area in the forehead. Activates the frontal lobe - the area responsible for motor function, emotional expression, thinking, and decision making.Reduced lemon juice
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Reduced lemon juice
SIALOGOGUEA sialogogue increases saliva. Sour foods are often great sialogogues, and increase output of all exocrine glands. Salty taste is very moistening as well. Bitter, pungent and sweettastes also increase salivary output but to a lesser degree. Astringents.Reduced lemon juice
FLUSHES-MEMBRANESHerbs in this category stimulate mucus membranes to release fluids, flushing them out.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.Reduced lemon juice
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Reduced lemon juice
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Reduced lemon juice
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Reduced lemon juice
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.HELPFUL FOR*'Vitamin-c' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Respiratory HealthSkinReproductive HealthAbout 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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