Antipruritic (Kanduhara, kandugna) - Foods & Herbs ListCLASSIFICATION OF FOOD, HERBS, & LIFESTYLE

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AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON ANTIPRURITIC

Antipruritics are herbs that inhibit itching, often associated with skin conditions such as sunburns, allergic reactions, eczema, psoriasis, chickenpox, fungal infections, insect bites, or contact dermatitis (as in poison ivy rashes).

An itch is the result of mild irritation that is not very painful. For example, blisters of poison ivy itch when the blister tears apart the layers of skin.

Itching may result from skin conditions, mosquito or other insect bites, poison ivy, infections, nerve disorders and dryness. A wound may become itchy as it heals.

Antipruritics reduce itching through sedating, calming the nerves, or analgesic action together with one or more of these mechanisms addressing the root cause:

  • Reducing the size of blisters / drying up poison ivy
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Antimicrobial
  • Moisturizer
  • Cleansing
Antipruritics tend to be cooling. An example ismenthol in peppermint essential oil, one of the best antipruritics.

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'Antipruritic' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.
TYPE: HERBAL_ACTION
About John Joseph Immel

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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 7 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language.

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