Antibacterial Foods & Herbs List: An Ayurveda Perspective
Antibacterial Recipes Antibacterial Ingredients Antibacterial Herbs & Supplements AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON ANTIBACTERIALHerbs that kill bacteria or slow their growth.OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING IMMUNE-SYSTEMINGREDIENTS WITH ANTIBACTERIAL QUALITY
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Reduces Ajwain, Allspice, Basil, Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Oregano, Thyme (fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), WasabiAloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Oregano, Thyme (fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
ANTIMICROBIALAn agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Oregano, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
ANTIFUNGALHerbs that destroy fungus.Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Basil, Green Tea, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Garlic (raw), Thyme (fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Thyme (fresh), 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.Basil, Green Tea, Thyme (fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
IMMUNE-CALMINGHerbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
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.Green Tea
BLOOD-PLASMA-LYMPHPlasma (Rasa Dhatu) includes plasma, white blood cells, and lymph.Ajwain, Allspice, Basil, Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Oregano, Thyme (fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Ajwain, Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Basil, Garlic (raw), Green Tea, Horseradish, Thyme (fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Ajwain, Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Basil, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Green Tea, Horseradish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Ajwain, Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Basil, Cinnamon, Green Tea, Horseradish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Basil, Garlic (raw), Green Tea, Horseradish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Ajwain, Allspice, Basil, Cinnamon, Cloves, Horseradish, Thyme (fresh), Wasabi
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Basil, Green Tea, Oregano, Thyme (fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Cinnamon
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Ajwain, Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Basil, Cloves, Green Tea, Horseradish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), 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, Basil, Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Green Tea, Oregano, Thyme (fresh)
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.Ajwain, Allspice, Basil, Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Thyme (fresh), Wasabi
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Cinnamon, Cloves, Green Tea
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Allspice, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Wasabi
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Green Tea
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.Cinnamon
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Garlic (raw)
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH ANTIBACTERIAL QUALITY
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Barberry, Echinacea, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Forsythia Fruit Powder, Ginkgo, Goldenseal, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Nasya Oil, Neem Leaf, Neem Oil (4 fl oz), Oregon Graperoot
ANTIMICROBIALAn agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.Arjuna, Barberry, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Forsythia Fruit Powder, Ginkgo, Goldenseal, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Neem Oil (4 fl oz), Witch Hazel
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Black Walnut, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Ginkgo, Goldenseal, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Myrrh, Nasya Oil, Neem Leaf, Neem Oil (4 fl oz), Oregon Graperoot, Witch Hazel
ANTIFUNGALHerbs that destroy fungus.Arjuna, Barberry, Echinacea, Ginkgo, Goldenseal, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Neem Leaf, Oregon Graperoot
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.Arjuna, Barberry, Goldenseal, Kutaja Bark, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Witch Hazel
REFRIGERANTAn herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.Arjuna, Echinacea, Goldenseal, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Myrrh, Neem Leaf, Witch Hazel, Yerba Manza
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Arjuna, Barberry, Echinacea, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Forsythia Fruit Powder, Goldenseal, Kutaja Bark, Neem Leaf
ANTIPYRETICReduces a fever / febrifuge.Echinacea, Goldenseal, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kutaja Bark, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Witch Hazel
BLOOD-PLASMA-LYMPHPlasma (Rasa Dhatu) includes plasma, white blood cells, and lymph.Arjuna, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Nasya Oil
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.Forsythia Fruit Powder, Ginkgo, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Neem Leaf
IMMUNE-CALMINGHerbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.Arjuna, Barberry, Black Walnut, Echinacea, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Forsythia Fruit Powder, Ginkgo, Goldenseal, Kutaja Bark, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Neem Oil (4 fl oz), Oregon Graperoot, Witch Hazel
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Barberry, Black Walnut, Echinacea, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Goldenseal, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kutaja Bark, Nasya Oil, Neem Leaf, Oregon Graperoot
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Black Walnut, Echinacea, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Ginkgo, Goldenseal, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kutaja Bark, Nasya Oil, Neem Leaf, Witch Hazel
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Arjuna, Echinacea, Ginkgo, Goldenseal, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kutaja Bark, Mugwort, Myrrh, Neem Leaf, Witch Hazel
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Arjuna, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kutaja Bark, Nasya Oil, Neem Leaf
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Ginkgo
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Goldenseal
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Mugwort
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Arjuna, Barberry, Black Walnut, Echinacea, Forsythia Fruit Powder, Ginkgo, Goldenseal, Kutaja Bark, Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Oregon Graperoot
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Echinacea, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Mugwort, Nasya Oil, Witch Hazel
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.Arjuna, Ginkgo, Goldenseal, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kutaja Bark, Witch Hazel
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Arjuna, Echinacea, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Mugwort
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Ginkgo, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Echinacea
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Echinacea
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Myrrh
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Respiratory HealthArjuna, Echinacea, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Myrrh, Nasya OilGinkgo, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)
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.Arjuna, Witch Hazel
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HELPFUL FOR*'Antibacterial' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Blood and CirculationChronic Infection, Enlarged Spleen, Swollen lymph nodes, Swollen lymph nodes - hipsDigestionAnal Itching, Crohn's Disease, Frequent cavities, H pylori infection, Intestinal Worms / Parasites / Protozoa / Bacteria, Receding gums, Tooth InfectionWeight LossPear shapeAbout 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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