Browse Recipes AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON ANXIOLYTICHerbs that help people suffering from anxiety or panic. They promote a state of calm and often improve sleep. Most anxiolytic herbs are also nervines.INGREDIENTS WITH ANXIOLYTIC QUALITY
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Basil, Bay Leaf, Beets, Cloves, Crimini & Button Mushrooms, Garlic, Mint, Nutmeg, Poppy Seed, Portobello Mushroom, Saffron, Shiitake Mushroom
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.Basil, Bay Leaf, Beets, Cloves, Crimini & Button Mushrooms, Garlic, Mint, Nutmeg, Portobello Mushroom, Saffron, Shiitake Mushroom
INTERNAL-DETOXICANTLiquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.Beets, Chocolate (Cacao), Crimini & Button Mushrooms, Garlic, Hemp Seed, Nutmeg, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed, Portobello Mushroom, Shiitake Mushroom, Sorghum Flour
EARTHResembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard.Basil, Beets, Chamomile, Chocolate (Cacao), Cloves, Garlic, Lavender, Mint, Nutmeg, Poppy Seed
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Beets, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chamomile, Cloves, Crimini & Button Mushrooms, Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed, Portobello Mushroom, Shiitake Mushroom, Sorghum Flour
NERVE-RELAXANT-GROUNDINGEncourages feelings of stability and heaviness. Makes you feel settled, mentally relaxed. Mildly sedates the nervous system to ease stress. Can bring a spacey or anxious person back to earth. Reduces agitation, irritation, stress and racing thoughts.Chamomile, Garlic, Hemp Seed, Lavender, Nutmeg, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed, Saffron, Sorghum Flour
SEDATIVESedative herbs create a sense of calm in the mind and body by specifically calming or quieting the nervous system. Excellent for anxiety, stress and chronic pain.Basil, Chamomile, Chocolate (Cacao), Cloves, Lavender, Mint, Nutmeg, Oats / Oatmeal, Saffron
NERVINEBalances the nervous system. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, and even chronic pain. Often they are aromatic in nature.Basil, Bay Leaf, Beets, Chamomile, Cloves, Garlic, Lavender, Mint
VASODILATORA vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.Basil, Bay Leaf, Beets, Chamomile, Cloves, Garlic, Nutmeg, Saffron
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Basil, Beets, Cloves, Lavender, Mint, Oats / Oatmeal, Saffron, Sorghum Flour
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.Basil, Bay Leaf, Chamomile, Cloves, Mint, Nutmeg, Oats / Oatmeal, Saffron
CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward. Carminatives typically expel gas by relaxing the muscles of the intestines.Basil, Bay Leaf, Chamomile, Cloves, Mint, Nutmeg, Saffron, Sorghum Flour
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.Chamomile, Cloves, Hemp Seed, Lavender, Mint, Nutmeg, Poppy Seed
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Basil, Bay Leaf, Beets, Cloves, Garlic, Saffron
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Basil, Mint, Oats / Oatmeal, Saffron, Sorghum Flour
ANTIDEPRESSANTHerbs that lift feelings of depression, benefit the mind and improve mental function.Beets, Chocolate (Cacao), Hemp Seed, Lavender, Poppy Seed
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Beets, Chocolate (Cacao), Mint, Saffron
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Cassava Root / Yuca, Cloves, Garlic
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.Oats / Oatmeal
ADAPTOGENHerbs that promote stabilization of physiological processes and homeostasis. Adaptogens increase the body's ability to resist the damaging effects of stress and promote or restore normal physiological functioning.Poppy Seed
RELIEVES-TENSIONAn herb that releases tightness, constriction, and rigidity in a muscle.Cassava Root / Yuca, Crimini & Button Mushrooms, Garlic, Hemp Seed, Nutmeg, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed, Portobello Mushroom, Shiitake Mushroom
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Basil, Bay Leaf, Beets, Chamomile, Chocolate (Cacao), Garlic, Mint, Saffron
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Basil, Bay Leaf, Cloves, Garlic, Hemp Seed, Mint, Oats / Oatmeal, Sorghum Flour
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Basil, Bay Leaf, Beets, Chamomile, Chocolate (Cacao), Cloves, Garlic, Nutmeg
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Basil, Bay Leaf, Beets, Chamomile, Cloves, Mint, Saffron
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Basil, Bay Leaf, Lavender, Mint, Nutmeg, Saffron
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Basil, Bay Leaf, Chamomile, Mint, Saffron, Sorghum Flour
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Cassava Root / Yuca, Hemp Seed, Lavender, Poppy Seed, Sorghum Flour
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Basil, Chocolate (Cacao), Mint, Saffron
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Chocolate (Cacao), Crimini & Button Mushrooms, Portobello Mushroom, Shiitake Mushroom
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Cassava Root / Yuca, Oats / Oatmeal, Sorghum Flour
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed
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.Cassava Root / Yuca
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Basil, Bay Leaf, Beets, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chamomile, Chocolate (Cacao), Cloves, Garlic, Sorghum Flour
BITTERBitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.Bay Leaf, Beets, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cloves, Lavender, Nutmeg, Poppy Seed, Saffron, Sorghum Flour
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Basil, Bay Leaf, Chamomile, Cloves, Lavender, Mint, Nutmeg, Saffron
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.Basil, Bay Leaf, Chamomile, Cloves, Garlic, Mint, Saffron
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Beets, Cassava Root / Yuca, Hemp Seed, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed, Sorghum Flour
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Crimini & Button Mushrooms, Portobello Mushroom, Shiitake Mushroom
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Cassava Root / Yuca, Oats / Oatmeal, Poppy Seed
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.Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Cloves
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Saffron, Sorghum Flour
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Poppy Seed
ENERGY-VITALITYIncludes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH ANXIOLYTIC QUALITY
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Alternate nostril breathing, Ashwagandha, Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, California Poppy, Catnip, Cramp Bark, Dashamoola Powder, Eleuthero Ginseng, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Find a true source of hope, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hops, Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Lavender Essential Oil, Lemon Balm, Lobelia, Mimosa Tree, Motherwort, Nasya Oil, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage Oil, Vitamin B Complex, Wood Betony, Yogaraj Guggulu
NERVINEBalances the nervous system. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, and even chronic pain. Often they are aromatic in nature.Alternate nostril breathing, Ashwagandha, Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, California Poppy, Cramp Bark, Eleuthero Ginseng, Epsom Salt Bath, Frequent stretch / movement breaks, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Laughter / Humor, Lavender Essential Oil, Lemon Balm, Lobelia, Motherwort, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia), Self Massage, Shirodhara Treatment, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage Oil, Wood Betony, Yogaraj Guggulu
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Alternate nostril breathing, Ashwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, California Poppy, Catnip, Cramp Bark, Eleuthero Ginseng, Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Lavender Essential Oil, Lemon Balm, Lobelia, Motherwort, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia), Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Yogaraj Guggulu
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Ashwagandha, Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, California Poppy, Eleuthero Ginseng, Find a true source of hope, Find stable community / friends, Frequent stretch / movement breaks, Garlic Sesame Oil in the Ears (Karna Purana), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Kava Kava, Motherwort, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia), Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Shirodhara Treatment, Short inhale, long exhale, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian
NERVE-RELAXANT-GROUNDINGEncourages feelings of stability and heaviness. Makes you feel settled, mentally relaxed. Mildly sedates the nervous system to ease stress. Can bring a spacey or anxious person back to earth. Reduces agitation, irritation, stress and racing thoughts.Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Arishta, Black Cohosh, Blue Vervain, California Poppy, Catnip, Dashamoola Powder, Geranium, Wild, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hops, Kava Kava, Lavender Essential Oil, Lemon Balm, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Rhodiola, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia), Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Shirodhara Treatment, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage Oil
SEDATIVESedative herbs create a sense of calm in the mind and body by specifically calming or quieting the nervous system. Excellent for anxiety, stress and chronic pain.Ashwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Black Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), California Poppy, Eleuthero Ginseng, Find a true source of hope, Find stable community / friends, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Laughter / Humor, Lemon Balm, Lobelia, Mimosa Tree, Motherwort, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Rhodiola, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, St. John's Wort
ANTIDEPRESSANTHerbs that lift feelings of depression, benefit the mind and improve mental function.Ashwagandha, Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, California Poppy, Cramp Bark, Eleuthero Ginseng, Geranium, Wild, Hops, Jasmine Flower, Kava Kava, Lavender Essential Oil, Lemon Balm, Lobelia, Motherwort, Passionflower, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia), Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Yogaraj Guggulu
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Alternate nostril breathing, Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Blue Cohosh, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Epsom Salt Bath, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Frequent stretch / movement breaks, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Jasmine Flower, Motherwort, Rhodiola, Self Massage, Shirodhara Treatment, St. John's Wort, Yogaraj Guggulu
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Ashwagandha, California Poppy, Cramp Bark, Eleuthero Ginseng, Epsom Salt Bath, Find a true source of hope, Frequent stretch / movement breaks, Hot Bath, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Laughter / Humor, Motherwort, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Self Massage, Shirodhara Treatment, Short inhale, long exhale, Yogaraj Guggulu
RELIEVES-TENSIONAn herb that releases tightness, constriction, and rigidity in a muscle.Alternate nostril breathing, Ashwagandha, Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Find stable community / friends, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Rhodiola, Self Massage, Shirodhara Treatment, Vitamin B Complex
ADAPTOGENHerbs that promote stabilization of physiological processes and homeostasis. Adaptogens increase the body's ability to resist the damaging effects of stress and promote or restore normal physiological functioning.Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dashamoola Powder, Eleuthero Ginseng, Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Jasmine Flower, Lobelia, Nasya Oil, Shankhapushpi, St. John's Wort
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.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Catnip, Eleuthero Ginseng, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), KapiKacchu, Lemon Balm, Nasya Oil, Rhodiola, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Vitamin B Complex
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Blue Cohosh, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Epsom Salt Bath, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Frequent stretch / movement breaks, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hops, Kava Kava, Self Massage, St. John's Wort, Yogaraj Guggulu
INTERNAL-DETOXICANTLiquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.Blue Cohosh, Catnip, Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Lavender Essential Oil, Lemon Balm, Lobelia, Nasya Oil, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia), Vata Massage Oil, Yogaraj Guggulu
VASODILATORA vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.California Poppy, Kava Kava, Lavender Essential Oil, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage Oil, Wood Betony
EARTHResembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard.Alternate nostril breathing, Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Epsom Salt Bath, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Hot Bath
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Catnip, Cramp Bark, Hops, KapiKacchu, Lemon Balm, Shankhapushpi, Yogaraj Guggulu
CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward. Carminatives typically expel gas by relaxing the muscles of the intestines.Lavender Essential Oil, Passionflower, Shankhapushpi, St. John's Wort
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.Blue Vervain, California Poppy, Catnip, Cramp Bark, Hops, Jasmine Flower, Lavender Essential Oil, Lemon Balm, Motherwort, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Rhodiola, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Ashwagandha, Blue Cohosh, Dashamoola Powder, Eleuthero Ginseng, Epsom Salt Bath, Garlic Sesame Oil in the Ears (Karna Purana), Geranium, Wild, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, KapiKacchu, Lobelia, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia), Vata Massage Oil, Yogaraj Guggulu
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Cramp Bark, Dashamoola Powder, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hops, Jasmine Flower, Kava Kava, Lavender Essential Oil, Lemon Balm, Motherwort, Passionflower, Rhodiola, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia)
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Alternate nostril breathing, Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Epsom Salt Bath, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Lobelia, Nasya Oil, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, St. John's Wort, Yogaraj Guggulu
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Ashwagandha, Black Cohosh, California Poppy, Dashamoola Powder, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Ashwagandha, California Poppy, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Shirodhara Treatment, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage Oil
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.Alternate nostril breathing, Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Epsom Salt Bath, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Hot Bath, Yogaraj Guggulu
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Blue Vervain, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Lobelia, Nasya Oil, St. John's Wort
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Catnip, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Nasya Oil, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Shankhapushpi
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Passionflower
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Ashwagandha, Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Cramp Bark, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginseng, Chinese, Hops, Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Lemon Balm, Lobelia, Motherwort, Passionflower, Rhodiola, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia), Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, St. John's Wort
BITTERBitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.Blue Cohosh, Eleuthero Ginseng, Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Jasmine Flower, Kava Kava, Lobelia, Motherwort, Rhodiola, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Sarpagandha (Indian Snakeroot / Rauwolfia), Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Yogaraj Guggulu
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Ashwagandha, Blue Vervain, California Poppy, Cramp Bark, Geranium, Wild, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hops, Jasmine Flower, Kava Kava, Lemon Balm, Motherwort, Passionflower, Rhodiola, St. John's Wort, Yogaraj Guggulu
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, California Poppy, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Yogaraj Guggulu
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Black Cohosh, Cramp Bark, Geranium, Wild, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hops, Jasmine Flower, Kava Kava, Lavender Essential Oil, Lemon Balm, Nasya Oil, Passionflower
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.Blue Cohosh, Blue Vervain, Lobelia
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Yogaraj Guggulu
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Black Cohosh
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Passionflower
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.Rhodiola
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Mind Stress SleepAshwagandha, California Poppy, Dashamoola Powder, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Lavender Essential Oil, Nasya Oil, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Shirodhara Treatment, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage OilHeart Circulation BloodAlternate nostril breathing, Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Epsom Salt Bath, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Frequent stretch / movement breaks, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Jasmine Flower, Motherwort, Yogaraj GugguluAshwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Frequent stretch / movement breaks, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, KapiKacchu, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Rhodiola, Vata Massage Oil
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.Respiratory HealthAlternate nostril breathing, Bee Breath (Bhramari Pranayama), Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Epsom Salt Bath, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Lobelia, Nasya OilAshwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Eleuthero Ginseng, External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Vata Massage Oil
ENERGY-VITALITYIncludes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.Reproductive HealthAshwagandha, Black Cohosh, Blue Cohosh, Ginseng, Chinese, Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, MotherwortDigestionBellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), External Breath (Bahya Pranayama), Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)Jasmine Flower, Lavender Essential Oil, Self Massage, Vata Massage Oil
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING MIND-STRESS-SLEEPHELPFUL FOR*'Anxiolytic' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Mind Stress SleepBones MuscleAnxiolytic Recipes Listed By StrengthBrowse By Popularity
About 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 7 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language. |
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