Aphrodisiac (Shukrahara, vrushya) Foods & Herbs List: An Ayurveda Perspective
Aphrodisiac Recipes Aphrodisiac Ingredients Aphrodisiac Herbs & Supplements AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON APHRODISIACHerbs that increase sexual arousal through various actions including increased circulation, relaxation, stimulation, or tonics that strengthen glandular health.OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING REPRODUCTIVE-HEALTHINGREDIENTS WITH APHRODISIAC QUALITY
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Dates (dried), Fenugreek, Garlic, Garlic (raw), Grape, Mango, Saffron, Watermelon
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.Almonds, Dates (dried), Fenugreek, Grape, Jackfruit, Mango, Saffron, Watermelon
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Almonds, Dates (dried), Grape, Jackfruit, Mango, Saffron, Watermelon
OJASOjas is the essence of healthy tissue, immunity, stable energy and happiness. Substances that improve ojas are recommended after long-term illness, debility, emotional and physical trauma, and even sadness.Cinnamon, Dates (dried), Fenugreek, Garlic, Red Onion (raw), Saffron
GALACTAGOGUEIncreases production of breast milk, often by raising prolactin and diaphoresis.Chocolate (Cacao), Grape, Rose Water, Saffron
NERVINEHerbs that specifically go to the nervous system and brain. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, even chronic pain.Fenugreek, Grape, Jackfruit, Rose Petals
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Almonds, Dates (dried), Grape, Jackfruit
TONICA tonic herb restores function through strengthening tissue. This can happen through a combination of nourishing the tissue, and invigorating tissue metabolism. The tonic should not be withering, as in caffeine.Dates (dried), Grape, Rose Petals
UTERINE-TONICAn herb that tonifies and strengthens the uterus. Helpful for menstrual difficulties and fertility. Often herbs that increase ojas, but also circulation to reproductive system.Almonds, Grape, Jackfruit
BUILDS-SEMENHerbs that increase the production of semen, often by rebuilding fluids in general.Rose Petals
PROGESTERONICProgeserone is the pregnancy hormone. It raises body temperature (Pitta), and suppresses menstruation. It is generally more extroverted.Almonds
REPRODUCTIVEReproductive tissue (Shukra/Artava Dhatu) includes male and female reproductive organs.Alcohol, Chocolate (Cacao), Fenugreek, Garlic, Garlic (raw), Red Onion (raw), Rose Petals, Saffron, Watermelon
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Alcohol, Chocolate (Cacao), Cinnamon, Cloves, Fenugreek, Garlic, Garlic (raw), Mango
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Almonds, Dates (dried), Grape, Jackfruit, Rose Petals, Rose Water, Watermelon
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Alcohol, Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic, Grape, Watermelon
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Alcohol, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Red Onion (raw), Saffron, Watermelon
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Almonds, Dates (dried), Garlic, Mango
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Dates (dried), Fenugreek, Saffron, Watermelon
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Chocolate (Cacao), Fenugreek, Garlic (raw), Saffron
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Chocolate (Cacao), Jackfruit, Tomato
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Cinnamon, Jackfruit, Mango
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Almonds, Jackfruit
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.Alcohol
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Almonds, Cinnamon, Dates (dried), Garlic, Grape, Jackfruit, Mango, Red Onion (raw), Rose Petals, Rose Water, Tomato, Watermelon
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Cinnamon, Cloves, Fenugreek, Garlic, Garlic (raw), Red Onion (raw), Saffron, Tomato
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Cinnamon, Cloves, Fenugreek, Jackfruit, Rose Petals, Rose Water, Saffron
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Chocolate (Cacao), Cloves, Fenugreek, Garlic
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic (raw), 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.Cloves, Garlic (raw)
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Almonds
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Garlic (raw)
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Rose Petals
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH APHRODISIAC QUALITY
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Reduces Bala, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, KapiKacchu, Maca, Safed Musali, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Solomon's Seal, VidariReduces AshwagandhaReduces GokshuraIncompleteMuira puama, Patchouli Leaf PowderAmalaki, Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Bala, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Gokshura, Maca, Saw Palmetto, Shankhapushpi, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Solomon's Seal, Vidari
TONICA tonic herb restores function through strengthening tissue. This can happen through a combination of nourishing the tissue, and invigorating tissue metabolism. The tonic should not be withering, as in caffeine.Amalaki, Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Bala, Gokshura, Maca, Safed Musali, Saw Palmetto, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Solomon's Seal, Vidari
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Bala, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Chastetree Berry, Gokshura, KapiKacchu, Safed Musali, Saw Palmetto, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
OJASOjas is the essence of healthy tissue, immunity, stable energy and happiness. Substances that improve ojas are recommended after long-term illness, debility, emotional and physical trauma, and even sadness.Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Bala, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Chastetree Berry, Gokshura, Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Saw Palmetto, Shankhapushpi
NERVINEHerbs that specifically go to the nervous system and brain. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, even chronic pain.Ashwagandha, Chastetree Berry, Gokshura, Jasmine Flower, Rose Hips, Saw Palmetto, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
UTERINE-TONICAn herb that tonifies and strengthens the uterus. Helpful for menstrual difficulties and fertility. Often herbs that increase ojas, but also circulation to reproductive system.Amalaki, Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Bala, Gokshura, KapiKacchu, Shatavari, Vidari
BUILDS-SEMENHerbs that increase the production of semen, often by rebuilding fluids in general.Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Chastetree Berry, Damiana, Rose Hips, Saw Palmetto, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee
PROGESTERONICProgeserone is the pregnancy hormone. It raises body temperature (Pitta), and suppresses menstruation. It is generally more extroverted.Amalaki, Ashwagandha, Bala, Rose Hips, Safed Musali, Saw Palmetto, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Ashwagandha, Gokshura, Jasmine Flower, Safed Musali, Saw Palmetto, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
GALACTAGOGUEIncreases production of breast milk, often by raising prolactin and diaphoresis.Bala, Chastetree Berry, Damiana, Jasmine Flower, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Solomon's Seal, Vidari
REPRODUCTIVEReproductive tissue (Shukra/Artava Dhatu) includes male and female reproductive organs.Ashwagandha, Chastetree Berry, Gokshura, KapiKacchu, Patchouli Leaf Powder, Saw Palmetto, Shilajit Tonic, Vidari
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.Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Damiana, Gokshura, KapiKacchu, Safed Musali, Saw Palmetto, Shankhapushpi, Shatavari Ghee
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.Amalaki, Bala, Gokshura, Jasmine Flower, Rose Hips, Safed Musali, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Solomon's Seal, Vidari
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Bala, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, KapiKacchu, Safed Musali, Shankhapushpi, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Ashwagandha, Damiana, KapiKacchu, Maca, Patchouli Leaf Powder, Saw Palmetto, Shilajit Tonic
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Bala, Safed Musali, Shankhapushpi, Shatavari, Solomon's Seal, Vidari
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Maca, Shilajit Tonic
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Damiana, Jasmine Flower, Shilajit Tonic
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Rose Hips, Solomon's Seal
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Amalaki
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Shilajit Tonic
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Jasmine Flower
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Ashwagandha Ghee, Bala, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Gokshura, Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Maca, Rose Hips, Safed Musali, Saw Palmetto, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Solomon's Seal, Vidari
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Chastetree Berry, Damiana, Gokshura, Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Maca, Safed Musali, Shankhapushpi, Shatavari, Shilajit Tonic
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Amalaki, Ashwagandha, Chastetree Berry, Damiana, Jasmine Flower, Rose Hips, Saw Palmetto
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Chastetree Berry, Damiana, Jasmine Flower, Maca, Saw Palmetto, Shilajit Tonic
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Damiana, Jasmine Flower, Patchouli Leaf Powder, Saw Palmetto
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.Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Vidari
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.Amalaki
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Shilajit Tonic
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Shilajit Tonic
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Reproductive HealthAshwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Bala, Chastetree Berry, Damiana, Gokshura, Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Muira puama, Patchouli Leaf Powder, Rose Hips, Safed Musali, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Shilajit Tonic, VidariEnergy VitalityAmalaki, Ashwagandha, Ashwagandha Ghee, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Damiana, Maca, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Shilajit Tonic, VidariAmalaki, Shilajit Tonic
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.Jasmine Flower, Rose Hips
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HELPFUL FOR*'Aphrodisiac' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Reproductive HealthErectile Dysfunction (Impotence), Hysterectomy, Infertility, Low libido, Post Menopausal, Vaginal drynessWeight LossFasting to lose weightAbout 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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