Antilithic (Asmarihara) - Foods & Herbs List
Browse Recipes AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON ANTILITHICAn herb that dissolves / breaks up stones (gallstones or kidney stones) so that it can be passed.Antilithics are often lymphatic decongestants or blood thinners. Herbs are frequently used for stone prevention after an acute attack. Many herbalists have limited success with antilithics breaking up existing stones. Typically, immediate medical attention from a qualified doctor is required for stones. Stones can obstruct pathways, a life threatening condition. Also known as lithotrophic, lithotropic, dissolvant. INGREDIENTS WITH ANTILITHIC QUALITY
View By:
Alfalfa Sprouts, Cardamom, Carrot, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Cucumber, Fenugreek, Kelp, Parsley (Fresh), 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.Alfalfa Sprouts, Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Cardamom, Carrot, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Cucumber, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
INTERNAL-DETOXICANTLiquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.Alfalfa Sprouts, Cardamom, Carrot, Celery Seed, Cucumber, Fenugreek, Kelp, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.Alfalfa Sprouts, Cardamom, Carrot, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
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.Alfalfa Sprouts, Carrot, Cucumber, Fenugreek, Kelp, Stinging Nettles
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Alfalfa Sprouts, Cardamom, Celery Seed, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
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.Cardamom, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Cardamom, Carrot, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
PRANAPrana is the Sanskrit word for vital life energy (Qi in Chinese Medicine, pneuma in Greek). Many herbs stimulate your energy, or improve the flow of prana through your body. Generally, prana needs to be increased in spring after a sleepy winter.Carrot, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Cucumber, Parsley (Fresh)
NITRIC-OXIDEImproves circulation by dilating blood vessels. Protects blood vessels from damage. Improves athletic performance, libido, immunity, and brain health.Alfalfa Sprouts, Cardamom, Celery Root, Fenugreek, Kelp
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Alfalfa Sprouts, Cardamom, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Parsley (Fresh)
AIRResembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Celery Seed, Cucumber, Fenugreek, Stinging Nettles
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Carrot, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
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.Alfalfa Sprouts, Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh)
HYPOLIPIDEMICScrapes fats / cleanses blood vessels by 1) purging bile, 2) strengthening the liver's ability to metabolize fats, 3) by increasing uptake of cholesterol in the liver, and 4) by inhibiting fat cells.Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Fenugreek, Stinging Nettles
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Fenugreek, Kelp
DEMULCENTHerbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.Cardamom
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Aloe Vera Juice / Gel
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.Alfalfa Sprouts, Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Cardamom, Celery Root, Cucumber, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh)
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Alfalfa Sprouts, Cardamom, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Alfalfa Sprouts, Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Cardamom, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Cucumber, Parsley (Fresh)
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Alfalfa Sprouts, Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Cardamom, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Alfalfa Sprouts, Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Cardamom, Celery Root, Fenugreek, Kelp
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Celery Root, Celery Seed, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Alfalfa Sprouts, Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Carrot, Cucumber
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Carrot, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Parsley (Fresh)
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Kelp
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Alfalfa Sprouts, Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Celery Root, Cucumber, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh), Stinging Nettles
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Cardamom, Celery Root, Celery Seed, Fenugreek, Parsley (Fresh)
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Alfalfa Sprouts, Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Fenugreek, Stinging Nettles
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Cardamom, Celery Root, Celery Seed
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.Alfalfa Sprouts, Kelp, Stinging Nettles
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Carrot, Celery Root
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Celery Root
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.Aloe Vera Juice / Gel, Carrot, Cucumber
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Fenugreek
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.HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH ANTILITHIC QUALITY
View By:
Ashoka, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Echinacea, Gokshura, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Gravel Root, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Horsetail, Manjistha, Milk Thistle, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Red Clover, Uva Ursi
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.Ashoka, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Echinacea, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Gravel Root, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Horsetail, Hydrangea, Manjistha, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Red Clover, Stone root, Uva Ursi
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Cleavers, Cornsilk, Echinacea, Gokshura, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Gravel Root, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Horsetail, Hydrangea, Manjistha, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Red Clover, Stone root
INTERNAL-DETOXICANTLiquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.Ashoka, Cornsilk, Echinacea, Gokshura, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Gravel Root, Horsetail, Hydrangea, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Red Clover, Uva Ursi
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Ashoka, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Echinacea, Gokshura, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Milk Thistle, Punarnava, Red Clover
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.Cleavers, Cornsilk, Echinacea, Gravel Root, Horsetail, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Red Clover, Stone root
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Cleavers, Cornsilk, Gokshura, Horsetail, Hydrangea, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Red Clover, Uva Ursi
DEMULCENTHerbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.Cleavers, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Gokshuradi Guggulu, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Manjistha, Milk Thistle, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets
HYPOLIPIDEMICScrapes fats / cleanses blood vessels by 1) purging bile, 2) strengthening the liver's ability to metabolize fats, 3) by increasing uptake of cholesterol in the liver, and 4) by inhibiting fat cells.Echinacea, Horsetail, Hydrangea, Milk Thistle, Punarnava, Uva Ursi
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.Bibhitaki, Punarnava
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Bibhitaki, Hawthorne Berry & Flower
PRANAPrana is the Sanskrit word for vital life energy (Qi in Chinese Medicine, pneuma in Greek). Many herbs stimulate your energy, or improve the flow of prana through your body. Generally, prana needs to be increased in spring after a sleepy winter.Manjistha
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.Echinacea
AIRResembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.Red Clover
NITRIC-OXIDEImproves circulation by dilating blood vessels. Protects blood vessels from damage. Improves athletic performance, libido, immunity, and brain health.Bibhitaki, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Echinacea, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Gravel Root, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Horsetail, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Uva Ursi
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Cleavers, Cornsilk, Echinacea, Gokshura, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Gravel Root, Horsetail, Hydrangea, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Punarnava, Red Clover, Uva Ursi
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Bibhitaki, Cleavers, Echinacea, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Manjistha, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Red Clover, Stone root
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Bibhitaki, Cleavers, Echinacea, Gokshura, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Bibhitaki, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Jasmine Flower, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Bibhitaki, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Stone root
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Gokshura
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.Cleavers
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Echinacea
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Gravel Root
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Ashoka, Bibhitaki, Cornsilk, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Gravel Root, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Horsetail, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Red Clover, Stone root, Uva Ursi
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Ashoka, Cleavers, Echinacea, Gokshura, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Horsetail, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Uva Ursi
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Bibhitaki, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Gokshura, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Hydrangea, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Red Clover
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Echinacea, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Gravel Root, Hydrangea, Jasmine Flower, Punarnava, Stone root
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Cleavers, Echinacea, Gravel Root
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Echinacea, Jasmine Flower, Stone root
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.Echinacea
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Red Clover
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.Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Kidney Bladder UrinaryCornsilk, Gokshura, Gokshuradi Guggulu, Gravel Root, Horsetail, Hydrangea, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets, Red Clover, Uva UrsiHeart Circulation BloodHawthorne Berry & Flower, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha, Punarnava, Punarnavadi Guggulu TabletsJasmine Flower, Manjistha, Red Clover
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Punarnava
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*'Antilithic' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Bones MuscleKidney Bladder UrinaryDigestionAntilithic 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. |
Get Ayurveda's approach to food cravings & emotional eating for balanced weight and health.