Appetite-suppressant Foods & Herbs List: An Ayurveda Perspective

INGREDIENTS WITH APPETITE-SUPPRESSANT QUALITY

View By: Dosha Herbal Action Biocharacteristics (energetics) Taste System Meal Season

Neutral (Tridoshic)
Alfalfa Sprouts
Green Beans
Pumpkin Seeds
Reduces
Acai
Cassava Root / Yuca
Coconut Water
Flax Seed
Honey Dew
Oats / Oatmeal
Poppy Seed
Sweet Peas
Aggravates
Parsnip
Reduces
Apple Cider Vinegar
Red Wine Vinegar
Stinging Nettles
White Vinegar
Reduces
Pumpkin
Tofu
Wheat Bran
Reduces
Aloe Vera Juice / Gel
Amaranth
Apple (raw)
Artichoke
Artichoke Hearts
Asparagus
Barley
Bitter Melon
Black Beans
Bok Choy
Broccoli
Brown Lentil
Butter Bean
Cabbage (cooked)
Carob
Chickpea (Garbanzo)
Chickweed
Dandelion Leaves
Fava Beans
Grape Leaves
Green Plantain
Hibiscus
Kale
Kidney Beans
Lima Beans
Pinto Beans
Prunes (dried)
Red Lentils (Masoor Dal)
Rice Cakes / Puffed Rice
Rose Petals
Split Peas
White Navy Bean
Reduces
Brussels sprouts
Coffee
Mustard Greens
Popped Amaranth

Air
AIR
Resembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.
SEE ALL 'AIR' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Amaranth , Apple (raw), Apple Cider Vinegar , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Bitter Melon , Bok Choy , Broccoli , Brussels sprouts , Cabbage (cooked), Carob , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Chickweed , Coffee , Dandelion Leaves , Grape Leaves , Green Beans , Hibiscus , Kale , Lima Beans , Mustard Greens , Parsnip , Popped Amaranth , Pumpkin Seeds , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Red Wine Vinegar , Rice Cakes / Puffed Rice , Rose Petals , Tofu , White Vinegar

Nutritive
NUTRITIVE
An herb that is strengthening and nourishing.
SEE ALL 'NUTRITIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Alfalfa Sprouts , Amaranth , Barley , Black Beans , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Chickweed , Coconut Water , Fava Beans , Flax Seed , Green Beans , Green Plantain , Honey Dew , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Oats / Oatmeal , Pinto Beans , Popped Amaranth , Prunes (dried), Pumpkin , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Rice Cakes / Puffed Rice , Stinging Nettles , Sweet Peas , Tofu , Wheat Bran , White Navy Bean

Ojas
OJAS
Ojas 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.
SEE ALL 'OJAS' FOODS / HERBS

Amaranth , Barley , Black Beans , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Coconut Water , Fava Beans , Flax Seed , Green Beans , Green Plantain , Honey Dew , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Oats / Oatmeal , Pinto Beans , Popped Amaranth , Poppy Seed , Prunes (dried), Pumpkin , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Rice Cakes / Puffed Rice , Stinging Nettles , Sweet Peas , Tofu , Wheat Bran , White Navy Bean

High Fiber Laxative
HIGH-FIBER-LAXATIVE
A class of laxative that adds bulk and water to stools. The large size of the stool stimulates peristalsis so the stool can pass more easily through the colon. It is important to drink plenty of water when using high fiber laxatives, as they can be dehydr
SEE ALL 'HIGH-FIBER-LAXATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Amaranth , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Barley , Black Beans , Bok Choy , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Cabbage (cooked), Carob , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Fava Beans , Flax Seed , Green Beans , Honey Dew , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Oats / Oatmeal , Pinto Beans , Popped Amaranth , Prunes (dried), Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Split Peas , Sweet Peas , Wheat Bran , White Navy Bean

General Laxative
GENERAL-LAXATIVE
Promotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives.
SEE ALL 'GENERAL-LAXATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Apple Cider Vinegar , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Bitter Melon , Black Beans , Butter Bean , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Coffee , Dandelion Leaves , Fava Beans , Flax Seed , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Mustard Greens , Oats / Oatmeal , Pinto Beans , Prunes (dried), Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Red Wine Vinegar , Rose Petals , Split Peas , Sweet Peas , White Navy Bean , White Vinegar

Earth
EARTH
Resembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard.
SEE ALL 'EARTH' FOODS / HERBS

Amaranth , Barley , Black Beans , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Fava Beans , Flax Seed , Green Beans , Green Plantain , Hibiscus , Honey Dew , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Oats / Oatmeal , Pinto Beans , Popped Amaranth , Poppy Seed , Pumpkin , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Split Peas , Stinging Nettles , Sweet Peas , Tofu , Wheat Bran , White Navy Bean

Satisfies Stomach
SATISFIES-STOMACH
Provides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach.
SEE ALL 'SATISFIES-STOMACH' FOODS / HERBS

Amaranth , Barley , Black Beans , Bok Choy , Broccoli , Brown Lentil , Brussels sprouts , Butter Bean , Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Fava Beans , Green Plantain , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Oats / Oatmeal , Pinto Beans , Popped Amaranth , Pumpkin , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Split Peas , Stinging Nettles , Sweet Peas , Tofu , Wheat Bran , White Navy Bean

Hypolipidemic
HYPOLIPIDEMIC
Scrapes 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.
SEE ALL 'HYPOLIPIDEMIC' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Bitter Melon , Black Beans , Broccoli , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Carob , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Chickweed , Dandelion Leaves , Fava Beans , Kale , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Mustard Greens , Parsnip , Pinto Beans , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Split Peas , White Navy Bean

Alkalizing
ALKALIZING
An herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.
SEE ALL 'ALKALIZING' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Apple (raw), Apple Cider Vinegar , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Bok Choy , Broccoli , Brown Lentil , Brussels sprouts , Cabbage (cooked), Carob , Dandelion Leaves , Kale , Mustard Greens , Parsnip , Poppy Seed , Pumpkin , Pumpkin Seeds , Red Wine Vinegar , Stinging Nettles , Sweet Peas , White Vinegar

Green

Alfalfa Sprouts , Apple (raw), Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Bitter Melon , Bok Choy , Broccoli , Brussels sprouts , Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickweed , Dandelion Leaves , Grape Leaves , Green Beans , Honey Dew , Kale , Lima Beans , Mustard Greens , Pumpkin Seeds , Split Peas , Stinging Nettles , Sweet Peas

Anti Inflammatory
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.
SEE ALL 'ANTI-INFLAMMATORY' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Bok Choy , Broccoli , Brussels sprouts , Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickweed , Dandelion Leaves , Flax Seed , Green Plantain , Hibiscus , Kale , Parsnip , Rose Petals , Stinging Nettles , Sweet Peas , Tofu

Diuretic
DIURETIC
Herbs 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.
SEE ALL 'DIURETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Amaranth , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Barley , Chickweed , Coffee , Dandelion Leaves , Flax Seed , Hibiscus , Honey Dew , Parsnip , Popped Amaranth , Prunes (dried), Pumpkin Seeds , Stinging Nettles , Tofu

Styptic
STYPTIC
A herb that contracts tissue or blood vessels. Generally styptics are astringent. They are often used topically as a hemostatic to stop bleeding, or to reduce secretions.
SEE ALL 'STYPTIC' FOODS / HERBS

Apple (raw), Black Beans , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Fava Beans , Grape Leaves , Green Plantain , Hibiscus , Kidney Beans , Pinto Beans , Poppy Seed , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Rose Petals , Split Peas , White Navy Bean

Tannins

Apple (raw), Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Black Beans , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Carob , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Coffee , Fava Beans , Grape Leaves , Green Plantain , Kidney Beans , Pinto Beans , White Navy Bean

Antioxidant
ANTIOXIDANT
An antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions.
SEE ALL 'ANTIOXIDANT' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Apple (raw), Apple Cider Vinegar , Brussels sprouts , Carob , Cassava Root / Yuca , Coffee , Dandelion Leaves , Hibiscus , Poppy Seed , Prunes (dried), Pumpkin Seeds , Red Wine Vinegar , White Vinegar

Alterative
ALTERATIVE
Restores 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.
SEE ALL 'ALTERATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Amaranth , Apple Cider Vinegar , Chickweed , Dandelion Leaves , Kale , Popped Amaranth , Prunes (dried), Pumpkin , Red Wine Vinegar , Stinging Nettles , White Vinegar

Hemostatic
HEMOSTATIC
An herb that stops bleeding.
SEE ALL 'HEMOSTATIC' FOODS / HERBS

Amaranth , Apple (raw), Chickpea (Garbanzo), Grape Leaves , Hibiscus , Popped Amaranth , Poppy Seed , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Rose Petals , Stinging Nettles

Refrigerant
REFRIGERANT
An herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.
SEE ALL 'REFRIGERANT' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Bok Choy , Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickweed , Coconut Water , Hibiscus , Honey Dew , Rose Petals

Vulnerary
VULNERARY
An herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).
SEE ALL 'VULNERARY' FOODS / HERBS

Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickweed , Grape Leaves , Hibiscus , Oats / Oatmeal , Stinging Nettles

Antipyretic
ANTIPYRETIC
Reduces a fever / febrifuge.
SEE ALL 'ANTIPYRETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Cassava Root / Yuca , Grape Leaves , Green Plantain , Rose Petals

Blood Mover
BLOOD-MOVER
Blood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).
SEE ALL 'BLOOD-MOVER' FOODS / HERBS

Mustard Greens

Cold
COLD
Cold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.
SEE ALL 'COLD' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Alfalfa Sprouts , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Apple (raw), Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Barley , Bitter Melon , Black Beans , Bok Choy , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Cabbage (cooked), Carob , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Chickweed , Coconut Water , Dandelion Leaves , Fava Beans , Grape Leaves , Green Beans , Green Plantain , Hibiscus , Honey Dew , Kale , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Pinto Beans , Poppy Seed , Pumpkin , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Rose Petals , Split Peas , Sweet Peas , Tofu , White Navy Bean

Dry
DRY
Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.
SEE ALL 'DRY' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Amaranth , Apple (raw), Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Barley , Black Beans , Bok Choy , Broccoli , Brown Lentil , Brussels sprouts , Butter Bean , Cabbage (cooked), Carob , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Chickweed , Coffee , Dandelion Leaves , Fava Beans , Grape Leaves , Green Plantain , Kale , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Pinto Beans , Popped Amaranth , Prunes (dried), Pumpkin , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Rice Cakes / Puffed Rice , Split Peas , Stinging Nettles , Tofu , White Navy Bean

Liquefied
LIQUEFIED
Substances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.
SEE ALL 'LIQUEFIED' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Apple Cider Vinegar , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Barley , Bitter Melon , Broccoli , Brussels sprouts , Carob , Chickweed , Coffee , Dandelion Leaves , Hibiscus , Kale , Mustard Greens , Parsnip , Red Wine Vinegar , Rose Petals , White Vinegar

Difficult
DIFFICULT
Difficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.
SEE ALL 'DIFFICULT' FOODS / HERBS

Black Beans , Bok Choy , Broccoli , Brown Lentil , Brussels sprouts , Butter Bean , Cabbage (cooked), Carob , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Fava Beans , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Parsnip , Pinto Beans , Pumpkin , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Split Peas , Tofu , Wheat Bran , White Navy Bean

Light
LIGHT
Lightness is identified by reduced weight.
SEE ALL 'LIGHT' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Amaranth , Apple Cider Vinegar , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Barley , Bitter Melon , Broccoli , Chickweed , Dandelion Leaves , Grape Leaves , Kale , Mustard Greens , Popped Amaranth , Red Wine Vinegar , Rice Cakes / Puffed Rice , Stinging Nettles , White Vinegar

Heavy
HEAVY
Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.
SEE ALL 'HEAVY' FOODS / HERBS

Black Beans , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Fava Beans , Green Plantain , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Oats / Oatmeal , Pinto Beans , Poppy Seed , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Split Peas , Sweet Peas , Tofu , Wheat Bran , White Navy Bean

Clear
CLEAR
Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.
SEE ALL 'CLEAR' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Apple Cider Vinegar , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Barley , Bitter Melon , Bok Choy , Cabbage (cooked), Chickweed , Coffee , Dandelion Leaves , Kale , Parsnip , Prunes (dried), Red Wine Vinegar , White Vinegar

Mobile
MOBILE
Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.
SEE ALL 'MOBILE' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Apple Cider Vinegar , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Bitter Melon , Brussels sprouts , Chickweed , Coffee , Dandelion Leaves , Kale , Mustard Greens , Red Wine Vinegar , White Vinegar

Easy
EASY
Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.
SEE ALL 'EASY' FOODS / HERBS

Apple Cider Vinegar , Barley , Coconut Water , Green Beans , Honey Dew , Kale , Oats / Oatmeal , Red Wine Vinegar , Rice Cakes / Puffed Rice , Sweet Peas , White Vinegar

Hot
HOT
Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.
SEE ALL 'HOT' FOODS / HERBS

Apple Cider Vinegar , Broccoli , Brussels sprouts , Coffee , Mustard Greens , Parsnip , Prunes (dried), Red Wine Vinegar , Stinging Nettles , White Vinegar

Gooey
GOOEY
Gooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.
SEE ALL 'GOOEY' FOODS / HERBS

Barley , Cassava Root / Yuca , Flax Seed , Oats / Oatmeal

Oily
OILY
In 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.
SEE ALL 'OILY' FOODS / HERBS

Flax Seed , Poppy Seed

Toxic
TOXIC
A substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.
SEE ALL 'TOXIC' FOODS / HERBS

Cassava Root / Yuca , Coffee

Astringent
ASTRINGENT
Astringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.
SEE ALL 'ASTRINGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Alfalfa Sprouts , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Amaranth , Apple (raw), Apple Cider Vinegar , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Black Beans , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Carob , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Dandelion Leaves , Fava Beans , Grape Leaves , Green Beans , Green Plantain , Hibiscus , Kale , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Pinto Beans , Popped Amaranth , Poppy Seed , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Red Wine Vinegar , Rose Petals , Split Peas , Stinging Nettles , Tofu , White Navy Bean , White Vinegar

Sweet
SWEET
Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
SEE ALL 'SWEET' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Amaranth , Apple (raw), Asparagus , Barley , Bok Choy , Cabbage (cooked), Carob , Cassava Root / Yuca , Coconut Water , Green Plantain , Honey Dew , Oats / Oatmeal , Parsnip , Popped Amaranth , Poppy Seed , Prunes (dried), Pumpkin , Rose Petals , Sweet Peas , Wheat Bran

Bitter
BITTER
Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes and is laxative, and drying.
SEE ALL 'BITTER' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Bitter Melon , Broccoli , Brussels sprouts , Carob , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickweed , Coffee , Dandelion Leaves , Kale , Mustard Greens , Parsnip , Pumpkin Seeds , Stinging Nettles

Bland Negative Calorie
BLAND-NEGATIVE-CALORIE
The term "bland taste" refers, in Chinese medicine, to food containing few macronutrients, such as cabbage, radish or bok choy. These may be compared to negative calorie foods.
SEE ALL 'BLAND-NEGATIVE-CALORIE' FOODS / HERBS

Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Barley , Bok Choy , Cabbage (cooked), Parsnip , Pumpkin

Sour
SOUR
Sour refers to anything fermented or acidic.
SEE ALL 'SOUR' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Apple (raw), Apple Cider Vinegar , Grape Leaves , Hibiscus , Honey Dew , Red Wine Vinegar , White Vinegar

Crunchy
CRUNCHY
Makes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.
SEE ALL 'CRUNCHY' FOODS / HERBS

Asparagus , Bok Choy , Cabbage (cooked), Flax Seed , Poppy Seed , Pumpkin Seeds

Salty
SALTY
Salty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.
SEE ALL 'SALTY' FOODS / HERBS

Alfalfa Sprouts , Chickweed , Stinging Nettles

Aromatic
AROMATIC
Herbs 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.
SEE ALL 'AROMATIC' FOODS / HERBS

Coffee , Mustard Greens

Acrid
ACRID
Acrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.
SEE ALL 'ACRID' FOODS / HERBS

Coffee , Mustard Greens

Pungent
PUNGENT
Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.
SEE ALL 'PUNGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Mustard Greens

Energy Vitality
ENERGY-VITALITY
Includes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.
SEE ALL 'ENERGY-VITALITY' FOODS / HERBS

Acai , Alfalfa Sprouts , Amaranth , Apple (raw), Dandelion Leaves , Popped Amaranth , Poppy Seed

Kidney Bladder Urinary

Asparagus , Barley , Chickweed , Dandelion Leaves , Stinging Nettles , Tofu

Mind Stress Sleep

Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Coffee , Poppy Seed , Rose Petals

Skin Care
SKIN-CARE
Includes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).
SEE ALL 'SKIN-CARE' FOODS / HERBS

Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Hibiscus , Rose Petals , Tofu

Reproductive Health

Poppy Seed , Rose Petals , Tofu

Bone Joint

Cassava Root / Yuca , Mustard Greens , Tofu

Muscle Health

Amaranth , Popped Amaranth

Womens Health

Hibiscus , Tofu

Anti Aging
ANTI-AGING
Geriatric 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.
SEE ALL 'ANTI-AGING' FOODS / HERBS

Tofu

Respiratory Health

Mustard Greens

Lunch Dinner

Amaranth , Asparagus , Bok Choy , Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Green Plantain , Oats / Oatmeal , Parsnip , Popped Amaranth , Poppy Seed , Pumpkin , Stinging Nettles , Sweet Peas , Tofu

Snack Dessert

Apple (raw), Asparagus , Carob , Cassava Root / Yuca , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Honey Dew , Poppy Seed , Prunes (dried)

Breakfast

Acai , Amaranth , Green Plantain , Oats / Oatmeal , Popped Amaranth

Drink

Acai , Carob , Coconut Water , Coffee

Hors Doeuvres

Asparagus , Cassava Root / Yuca , Green Plantain

Spring

Alfalfa Sprouts , Amaranth , Apple Cider Vinegar , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Barley , Bitter Melon , Black Beans , Bok Choy , Broccoli , Brown Lentil , Brussels sprouts , Butter Bean , Cabbage (cooked), Chickweed , Dandelion Leaves , Fava Beans , Green Plantain , Kale , Kidney Beans , Mustard Greens , Pinto Beans , Popped Amaranth , Pumpkin Seeds , Red Wine Vinegar , White Navy Bean , White Vinegar

Summer

Acai , Aloe Vera Juice / Gel , Amaranth , Artichoke , Artichoke Hearts , Asparagus , Black Beans , Brown Lentil , Butter Bean , Chickpea (Garbanzo), Coconut Water , Fava Beans , Grape Leaves , Green Beans , Green Plantain , Hibiscus , Honey Dew , Kidney Beans , Lima Beans , Pinto Beans , Popped Amaranth , Red Lentils (Masoor Dal), Rose Petals , Split Peas , Sweet Peas , White Navy Bean

Autumn Winter

Apple (raw), Cassava Root / Yuca , Coffee , Flax Seed , Oats / Oatmeal , Parsnip , Poppy Seed , Prunes (dried), Pumpkin , Split Peas , Stinging Nettles , Tofu , Wheat Bran

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HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH APPETITE-SUPPRESSANT QUALITY

View By: Dosha Herbal Action Biocharacteristics (energetics) Taste System

Reduces
Agrimony
Arjuna
Gymnema / Gurmar
Red Root
Reduces
Garcinia Cambogia Fruit
Guarana
Hoodia gordonii
White Oak Bark
Incomplete
Bentonite Clay

Anti Inflammatory
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.
SEE ALL 'ANTI-INFLAMMATORY' FOODS / HERBS

Agrimony , Arjuna , Red Root , White Oak Bark

Styptic
STYPTIC
A herb that contracts tissue or blood vessels. Generally styptics are astringent. They are often used topically as a hemostatic to stop bleeding, or to reduce secretions.
SEE ALL 'STYPTIC' FOODS / HERBS

Agrimony , Arjuna , Red Root , White Oak Bark

Hemostatic
HEMOSTATIC
An herb that stops bleeding.
SEE ALL 'HEMOSTATIC' FOODS / HERBS

Agrimony , Arjuna , Red Root , White Oak Bark

Hypolipidemic
HYPOLIPIDEMIC
Scrapes 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.
SEE ALL 'HYPOLIPIDEMIC' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna , Garcinia Cambogia Fruit , Gymnema / Gurmar

Tannins

Agrimony , Arjuna , White Oak Bark

Alterative
ALTERATIVE
Restores 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.
SEE ALL 'ALTERATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna , Red Root

Antipyretic
ANTIPYRETIC
Reduces a fever / febrifuge.
SEE ALL 'ANTIPYRETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna , Red Root

Blood Mover
BLOOD-MOVER
Blood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).
SEE ALL 'BLOOD-MOVER' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna , Red Root

Refrigerant
REFRIGERANT
An herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.
SEE ALL 'REFRIGERANT' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna , Red Root

Diuretic
DIURETIC
Herbs 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.
SEE ALL 'DIURETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Agrimony , Arjuna

Antioxidant
ANTIOXIDANT
An antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions.
SEE ALL 'ANTIOXIDANT' FOODS / HERBS

Agrimony , Arjuna

Vulnerary
VULNERARY
An herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).
SEE ALL 'VULNERARY' FOODS / HERBS

Agrimony , Arjuna

Air
AIR
Resembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.
SEE ALL 'AIR' FOODS / HERBS

Garcinia Cambogia Fruit , Guarana

Dry
DRY
Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.
SEE ALL 'DRY' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna , Garcinia Cambogia Fruit , Red Root , White Oak Bark

Cold
COLD
Cold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.
SEE ALL 'COLD' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna , Red Root , White Oak Bark

Hot
HOT
Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.
SEE ALL 'HOT' FOODS / HERBS

Garcinia Cambogia Fruit , Gymnema / Gurmar

Light
LIGHT
Lightness is identified by reduced weight.
SEE ALL 'LIGHT' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna , Garcinia Cambogia Fruit

Clear
CLEAR
Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.
SEE ALL 'CLEAR' FOODS / HERBS

Garcinia Cambogia Fruit , Red Root

Mobile
MOBILE
Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.
SEE ALL 'MOBILE' FOODS / HERBS

Guarana

Astringent
ASTRINGENT
Astringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.
SEE ALL 'ASTRINGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Agrimony , Arjuna , Bentonite Clay , Gymnema / Gurmar , Red Root , White Oak Bark

Bitter
BITTER
Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes and is laxative, and drying.
SEE ALL 'BITTER' FOODS / HERBS

Agrimony , Arjuna , Guarana , Gymnema / Gurmar

Pungent
PUNGENT
Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.
SEE ALL 'PUNGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna

Sour
SOUR
Sour refers to anything fermented or acidic.
SEE ALL 'SOUR' FOODS / HERBS

Garcinia Cambogia Fruit

Weight Loss

Garcinia Cambogia Fruit , Guarana , Gymnema / Gurmar

Skin Care
SKIN-CARE
Includes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).
SEE ALL 'SKIN-CARE' FOODS / HERBS

Arjuna

Respiratory Health

Arjuna

Bone Joint

Arjuna

Heart Circulation Blood

Arjuna

Cleanse And Detox

Red Root

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Appetite-suppressant - Foods & Herbs ListCLASSIFICATION OF FOOD, HERBS, & LIFESTYLE

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AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON APPETITE-SUPPRESSANT

INGREDIENTS WITH APPETITE-SUPPRESSANT QUALITY

Neutral (Tridoshic)

Reduces

Aggravates

Reduces

Reduces

Reduces

Reduces

Air AIR Resembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough. SEE ALL 'AIR' FOODS / HERBS

AIR

Nutritive NUTRITIVE An herb that is strengthening and nourishing. SEE ALL 'NUTRITIVE' FOODS / HERBS

NUTRITIVE

Ojas OJAS Ojas 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. SEE ALL 'OJAS' FOODS / HERBS

OJAS

HIGH-FIBER-LAXATIVE

General Laxative GENERAL-LAXATIVE Promotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives. SEE ALL 'GENERAL-LAXATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

GENERAL-LAXATIVE

Earth EARTH Resembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard. SEE ALL 'EARTH' FOODS / HERBS

EARTH

Satisfies Stomach SATISFIES-STOMACH Provides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach. SEE ALL 'SATISFIES-STOMACH' FOODS / HERBS

SATISFIES-STOMACH

Hypolipidemic HYPOLIPIDEMIC Scrapes 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. SEE ALL 'HYPOLIPIDEMIC' FOODS / HERBS

HYPOLIPIDEMIC

Alkalizing ALKALIZING An herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions. SEE ALL 'ALKALIZING' FOODS / HERBS

ALKALIZING

Anti Inflammatory ANTI-INFLAMMATORY Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems. SEE ALL 'ANTI-INFLAMMATORY' FOODS / HERBS

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY

Diuretic DIURETIC Herbs 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. SEE ALL 'DIURETIC' FOODS / HERBS

DIURETIC

Styptic STYPTIC A herb that contracts tissue or blood vessels. Generally styptics are astringent. They are often used topically as a hemostatic to stop bleeding, or to reduce secretions. SEE ALL 'STYPTIC' FOODS / HERBS

STYPTIC

Antioxidant ANTIOXIDANT An antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions. SEE ALL 'ANTIOXIDANT' FOODS / HERBS

ANTIOXIDANT

Alterative ALTERATIVE Restores 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. SEE ALL 'ALTERATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

ALTERATIVE

Hemostatic HEMOSTATIC An herb that stops bleeding. SEE ALL 'HEMOSTATIC' FOODS / HERBS

HEMOSTATIC

Refrigerant REFRIGERANT An herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions. SEE ALL 'REFRIGERANT' FOODS / HERBS

REFRIGERANT

Vulnerary VULNERARY An herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic). SEE ALL 'VULNERARY' FOODS / HERBS

VULNERARY

Antipyretic ANTIPYRETIC Reduces a fever / febrifuge. SEE ALL 'ANTIPYRETIC' FOODS / HERBS

ANTIPYRETIC

Blood Mover BLOOD-MOVER Blood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters). SEE ALL 'BLOOD-MOVER' FOODS / HERBS

BLOOD-MOVER

Cold COLD Cold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow. SEE ALL 'COLD' FOODS / HERBS

COLD

Dry DRY Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis. SEE ALL 'DRY' FOODS / HERBS

DRY

Liquefied LIQUEFIED Substances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs. SEE ALL 'LIQUEFIED' FOODS / HERBS

LIQUEFIED

Difficult DIFFICULT Difficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest. SEE ALL 'DIFFICULT' FOODS / HERBS

DIFFICULT

Light LIGHT Lightness is identified by reduced weight. SEE ALL 'LIGHT' FOODS / HERBS

LIGHT

Heavy HEAVY Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight. SEE ALL 'HEAVY' FOODS / HERBS

HEAVY

Clear CLEAR Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama. SEE ALL 'CLEAR' FOODS / HERBS

CLEAR

Mobile MOBILE Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity. SEE ALL 'MOBILE' FOODS / HERBS

MOBILE

Easy EASY Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly. SEE ALL 'EASY' FOODS / HERBS

EASY

Hot HOT Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation. SEE ALL 'HOT' FOODS / HERBS

HOT

Gooey GOOEY Gooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion. SEE ALL 'GOOEY' FOODS / HERBS

GOOEY

Oily OILY In 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. SEE ALL 'OILY' FOODS / HERBS

OILY

Toxic TOXIC A substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body. SEE ALL 'TOXIC' FOODS / HERBS

TOXIC

Astringent ASTRINGENT Astringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying. SEE ALL 'ASTRINGENT' FOODS / HERBS

ASTRINGENT

Sweet SWEET Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats. SEE ALL 'SWEET' FOODS / HERBS

SWEET

Air
AIR
Resembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.
SEE ALL 'AIR' FOODS / HERBS

Nutritive
NUTRITIVE
An herb that is strengthening and nourishing.
SEE ALL 'NUTRITIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Ojas
OJAS
Ojas 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.
SEE ALL 'OJAS' FOODS / HERBS

General Laxative
GENERAL-LAXATIVE
Promotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives.
SEE ALL 'GENERAL-LAXATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Earth
EARTH
Resembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard.
SEE ALL 'EARTH' FOODS / HERBS

Satisfies Stomach
SATISFIES-STOMACH
Provides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach.
SEE ALL 'SATISFIES-STOMACH' FOODS / HERBS

Hypolipidemic
HYPOLIPIDEMIC
Scrapes 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.
SEE ALL 'HYPOLIPIDEMIC' FOODS / HERBS

Alkalizing
ALKALIZING
An herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.
SEE ALL 'ALKALIZING' FOODS / HERBS

Anti Inflammatory
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.
SEE ALL 'ANTI-INFLAMMATORY' FOODS / HERBS

Diuretic
DIURETIC
Herbs 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.
SEE ALL 'DIURETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Styptic
STYPTIC
A herb that contracts tissue or blood vessels. Generally styptics are astringent. They are often used topically as a hemostatic to stop bleeding, or to reduce secretions.
SEE ALL 'STYPTIC' FOODS / HERBS

Antioxidant
ANTIOXIDANT
An antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions.
SEE ALL 'ANTIOXIDANT' FOODS / HERBS

Alterative
ALTERATIVE
Restores 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.
SEE ALL 'ALTERATIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Hemostatic
HEMOSTATIC
An herb that stops bleeding.
SEE ALL 'HEMOSTATIC' FOODS / HERBS

Refrigerant
REFRIGERANT
An herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.
SEE ALL 'REFRIGERANT' FOODS / HERBS

Vulnerary
VULNERARY
An herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).
SEE ALL 'VULNERARY' FOODS / HERBS

Antipyretic
ANTIPYRETIC
Reduces a fever / febrifuge.
SEE ALL 'ANTIPYRETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Blood Mover
BLOOD-MOVER
Blood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).
SEE ALL 'BLOOD-MOVER' FOODS / HERBS

Cold
COLD
Cold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.
SEE ALL 'COLD' FOODS / HERBS

Dry
DRY
Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.
SEE ALL 'DRY' FOODS / HERBS

Liquefied
LIQUEFIED
Substances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.
SEE ALL 'LIQUEFIED' FOODS / HERBS

Difficult
DIFFICULT
Difficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.
SEE ALL 'DIFFICULT' FOODS / HERBS

Light
LIGHT
Lightness is identified by reduced weight.
SEE ALL 'LIGHT' FOODS / HERBS

Heavy
HEAVY
Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.
SEE ALL 'HEAVY' FOODS / HERBS

Clear
CLEAR
Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.
SEE ALL 'CLEAR' FOODS / HERBS

Mobile
MOBILE
Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.
SEE ALL 'MOBILE' FOODS / HERBS

Easy
EASY
Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.
SEE ALL 'EASY' FOODS / HERBS

Hot
HOT
Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.
SEE ALL 'HOT' FOODS / HERBS

Gooey
GOOEY
Gooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.
SEE ALL 'GOOEY' FOODS / HERBS

Oily
OILY
In 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.
SEE ALL 'OILY' FOODS / HERBS

Toxic
TOXIC
A substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.
SEE ALL 'TOXIC' FOODS / HERBS

Astringent
ASTRINGENT
Astringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.
SEE ALL 'ASTRINGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Sweet
SWEET
Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
SEE ALL 'SWEET' FOODS / HERBS

Bitter
BITTER
Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes and is laxative, and drying.
SEE ALL 'BITTER' FOODS / HERBS

Bland Negative Calorie
BLAND-NEGATIVE-CALORIE
The term "bland taste" refers, in Chinese medicine, to food containing few macronutrients, such as cabbage, radish or bok choy. These may be compared to negative calorie foods.
SEE ALL 'BLAND-NEGATIVE-CALORIE' FOODS / HERBS

Sour
SOUR
Sour refers to anything fermented or acidic.
SEE ALL 'SOUR' FOODS / HERBS

Crunchy
CRUNCHY
Makes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.
SEE ALL 'CRUNCHY' FOODS / HERBS

Salty
SALTY
Salty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.
SEE ALL 'SALTY' FOODS / HERBS

Aromatic
AROMATIC
Herbs 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.
SEE ALL 'AROMATIC' FOODS / HERBS

Acrid
ACRID
Acrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.
SEE ALL 'ACRID' FOODS / HERBS

Pungent
PUNGENT
Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.
SEE ALL 'PUNGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Energy Vitality
ENERGY-VITALITY
Includes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.
SEE ALL 'ENERGY-VITALITY' FOODS / HERBS

Skin Care
SKIN-CARE
Includes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).
SEE ALL 'SKIN-CARE' FOODS / HERBS

Anti Aging
ANTI-AGING
Geriatric 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.
SEE ALL 'ANTI-AGING' FOODS / HERBS

Anti Inflammatory
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY
Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.
SEE ALL 'ANTI-INFLAMMATORY' FOODS / HERBS