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AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON ANTISPASMODIC

Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.

Antispasmodics (also called spasmolytics) generally prevent spasms, colic, and cramps of the back, stomach, intestine, bladder, uterus, bronchial tubes, kidneys, and blood vessels of the head. Generally antispasmodics relax involuntary smooth muscle tissue. Many of these herbs are relax psychological tension as well.

There are several types of antispasmodic herbs, by mechanism:

  • Aromatic - The volatile oils relax smooth muscle tissue.
  • Antiocholergenic - Acetylcholine decreases with age and can contribute to spasticity.
Purines, including caffeine in coffee, chocolate, green and black tea, increase muscle contractility. Caffeine also 1) stimulates adrenaline, which leads to contraction of smooth muscle tissue, and 2) causes cAMP to remain active in muscles, favoring contraction. Avoid capsicum as well.

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OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING MUSCLE-HEALTH

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John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs the Joyful Belly College of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.

John's hobbies & specialties include advanced digestive disorders, medieval Catholic philosophy, & botany. He holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. His wife and family of 7 kids live in Asheville, NC.

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