Blood-tonic (Pandughna, raktavardhaka) Foods & Herbs List: An Ayurveda Perspective
Blood-tonic Recipes Blood-tonic Ingredients Blood-tonic Herbs & Supplements AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON BLOOD-TONICAn herb that produces more blood cells in the body, or otherwise improves blood cell quality or hemoglobin content. Helpful for anemia and other types of deficiency.Blood tonics work by
OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING HEART-CIRCULATION-BLOODINGREDIENTS WITH BLOOD-TONIC QUALITY
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Reduces Beef, Beets, Chicken Livers, Goji Berry, Jaggery, Lamb, Molasses, Pork, Rabbit, Sesame Seeds, TahiniReduces Almonds, Blueberry, Bone Marrow / Fat, Carrot, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Grape, Mulberry, Pomegranate Molasses, Raisins, Sorghum Flour, Sorghum Molasses, YamAggravates Currants (dried)Amaranth, Beets, Blueberry, Carrot, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Currants (dried), Dates (dried), Grape, Jaggery, Pomegranate, Pomegranate Molasses, Popped Amaranth, Prunes (dried), Raisins, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon, Yam
ALTERATIVERestores 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.Beets, Blueberry, Cherry, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Grape, Pomegranate, Quinoa, Sorghum Flour, Spirulina, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Alfalfa Sprouts, Almonds, Beets, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Goji Berry, Molasses, Saffron, Sesame Oil, Sesame Seeds, Sorghum Molasses, Tahini
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Alfalfa Sprouts, Beets, Black Pepper, Carrot, Pomegranate, Pomegranate Molasses, Saffron, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests, dislodges or improves metabolization of toxins from the body, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Almonds, Amaranth, Beets, Buckwheat, Molasses, Popped Amaranth, Sorghum Molasses
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Black Pepper, Pomegranate Molasses, Saffron, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Beets, Black Pepper, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Buckwheat, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon
LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGARAn herb that lowers blood sugar.Grape, Saffron
NERVINEHerbs that specifically go to the nervous system and brain. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, even chronic pain.Saffron
CARDIAC-TONICStrengthens and tones the heart (heart-tonic). Cardiac tonics are used to treat a wide range of heart issues from arrhythmia, to cardiac insufficiency.Alfalfa Sprouts, Almonds, Bean Sprouts, Blackberry, Blueberry, Carrot, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dates (dried), Grape, Mulberry, Pomegranate, Quinoa, Raisins, Raspberry, Sorghum Flour, Watermelon, Yam
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Beef, Beets, Black Pepper, Buckwheat, Cherry, Chicken Livers, Currants (dried), Jaggery, Lamb, Molasses, Prunes (dried), Sesame Oil, Sesame Seeds, Sorghum Molasses, Spirulina, Stinging Nettles, Tahini, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Adzuki Beans, Almonds, Beef, Bone Marrow / Fat, Chicken Livers, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Dates (dried), Lamb, Pork, Rabbit, Raisins, Sesame Seeds, Tahini, Yam
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Alfalfa Sprouts, Amaranth, Bean Sprouts, Black Pepper, Blackberry, Blueberry, Popped Amaranth, Quinoa, Saffron, Sorghum Flour, Spirulina, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Adzuki Beans, Alfalfa Sprouts, Amaranth, Bean Sprouts, Buckwheat, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dates (dried), Popped Amaranth, Prunes (dried), Saffron, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Black Pepper, Blackberry, Blueberry, Carrot, Cherry, Grape, Mulberry, Pomegranate, Quinoa, Raspberry, Sorghum Flour, Watermelon, Yam
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Almonds, Beef, Bone Marrow / Fat, Chicken Livers, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Pork, Rabbit, Sesame Oil, Sesame Seeds, Tahini
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.Alfalfa Sprouts, Beets, Black Pepper, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Prunes (dried), Saffron, Spirulina, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Alfalfa Sprouts, Bean Sprouts, Goji Berry, Molasses, Saffron, Sorghum Molasses, Spirulina, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Alfalfa Sprouts, Bean Sprouts, Beets, Buckwheat, Cherry, Saffron, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Adzuki Beans, Beef, Bone Marrow / Fat, Pork, Rabbit, Spirulina, Tahini
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Beef, Jaggery, Pork, Rabbit, Sorghum Flour
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Adzuki Beans, Almonds, Amaranth, Beef, Beets, Blackberry, Blueberry, Bone Marrow / Fat, Buckwheat, Carrot, Cherry, Chicken Livers, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Cranberry, Currants (dried), Dates (dried), Goji Berry, Grape, Jaggery, Lamb, Molasses, Mulberry, Pomegranate, Pomegranate Molasses, Popped Amaranth, Pork, Prunes (dried), Quinoa, Rabbit, Raisins, Raspberry, Sesame Oil, Sesame Seeds, Sorghum Flour, Sorghum Molasses, Tahini, Watermelon, Yam
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Adzuki Beans, Alfalfa Sprouts, Amaranth, Bean Sprouts, Beets, Blackberry, Bone Marrow / Fat, Buckwheat, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Mulberry, Pomegranate, Popped Amaranth, Raspberry, Saffron, Sorghum Flour, Stinging Nettles
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Blackberry, Blueberry, Cherry, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Grape, Jaggery, Molasses, Mulberry, Pomegranate, Pomegranate Molasses, Raisins, Raspberry, Sorghum Molasses
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Alfalfa Sprouts, Bean Sprouts, Beets, Jaggery, Molasses, Sorghum Flour, Sorghum Molasses, Spirulina, Stinging Nettles, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Almonds, Bean Sprouts, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Sesame Seeds
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Alfalfa Sprouts, Bone Marrow / Fat, Pork, Sesame Seeds, Spirulina, Stinging Nettles
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Black Pepper, Buckwheat, Saffron, Sesame Oil
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Adzuki Beans, Buckwheat, Prunes (dried)
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.Molasses, Sorghum Molasses
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.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.Lamb
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Heart Circulation BloodAlmonds, Beets, Blackberry, Blueberry, Buckwheat, Cherry, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Currants (dried), Lamb, Pomegranate, Quinoa, Raspberry, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)Bowel Poop EliminationAdzuki Beans, Amaranth, Beets, Buckwheat, Carrot, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Dates (dried), Popped Amaranth, Prunes (dried), YamEnergy VitalityAlfalfa Sprouts, Amaranth, Beef, Buckwheat, Lamb, Popped Amaranth, Quinoa, Sesame SeedsKidney Bladder UrinaryCranberry, Cranberry Juice, Quinoa, Sorghum Flour, Stinging Nettles, WatermelonBuckwheat, Turmeric
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.Sorghum Flour
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Snack DessertBlackberry, Blueberry, Cherry, Cranberry, Cranberry Juice, Currants (dried), Dates (dried), Goji Berry, Grape, Mulberry, Pomegranate, Prunes (dried), Raisins, Raspberry, WatermelonAutumn WinterAlmonds, Beef, Beets, Black Pepper, Bone Marrow / Fat, Buckwheat, Carrot, Chicken Livers, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Cranberry, Dates (dried), Goji Berry, Lamb, Molasses, Pork, Prunes (dried), Rabbit, Raisins, Sesame Oil, Sesame Seeds, Sorghum Molasses, Stinging Nettles, Tahini, Turmeric, YamHERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH BLOOD-TONIC QUALITY
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Aggravates Iron SupplementReduces Pitta Massage OilAmalaki, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Ashwagandha, Astragalus, Bhringaraj, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Manjistha, Pitta Massage Oil, Punarnava, Yellow Dock
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Amalaki, Anantamul, Ashwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Guggulu, Manjistha, Pitta Massage Oil, Punarnava, Yellow Dock
ALTERATIVERestores 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.Amalaki, Anantamul, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jamaica Sarsaparilla Root, Manjistha, Pippali, Yellow Dock
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests, dislodges or improves metabolization of toxins from the body, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Amalaki, Ashwagandha, Astragalus, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Codonopsis (dang shen), Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Rhodiola
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.Ashwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Punarnava, Red Peony, White Peony
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Ashwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Oats, Fresh Milky Seed
NERVINEHerbs that specifically go to the nervous system and brain. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, even chronic pain.Amalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Jamaica Sarsaparilla Root, Pippali, Punarnava, Yellow Dock
DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Amalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Punarnava, Rhodiola
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Manjistha, Pippali, Punarnava, Rhodiola
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Amalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Bhringaraj, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Punarnava, Yellow Dock
LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGARAn herb that lowers blood sugar.Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Ashwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Oats, Fresh Milky Seed
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Amalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Codonopsis (dang shen), Pippali, Punarnava, Rhodiola
CARDIAC-TONICStrengthens and tones the heart (heart-tonic). Cardiac tonics are used to treat a wide range of heart issues from arrhythmia, to cardiac insufficiency.Amalaki, Anantamul, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Manjistha, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Punarnava, Red Peony, Rhodiola, White Peony, Yellow Dock
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Bhringaraj, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Manjistha, Pippali, Punarnava
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Ashwagandha, Astragalus, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jamaica Sarsaparilla Root, Pippali
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Astragalus, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Manjistha, Punarnava, Rhodiola
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Bhringaraj, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Punarnava
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Ashwagandha, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Dong Quai, Jamaica Sarsaparilla Root, Oats, Fresh Milky 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.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Amalaki, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Ashwagandha, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Oats, Fresh Milky Seed
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Anantamul, Ashwagandha, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Jamaica Sarsaparilla Root, Manjistha, Red Peony, Rhodiola, White Peony, Yellow Dock
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Anantamul, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Astragalus, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Codonopsis (dang shen), Dong Quai, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jamaica Sarsaparilla Root, Manjistha, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Anantamul, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Bhringaraj, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jamaica Sarsaparilla Root, Pippali, Punarnava, Rhodiola
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Amalaki, Ashwagandha, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Manjistha, Rhodiola
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Amalaki, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Bhringaraj, Red Peony, Rhodiola, White Peony
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Dong Quai, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)
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.Dong Quai
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Guggulu
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Amalaki, Ashwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jamaica Sarsaparilla Root, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Punarnava, Rhodiola
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.Heart Circulation BloodAmalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Guggulu, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Iron Supplement, Manjistha, Pippali, PunarnavaRespiratory HealthBellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dong Quai, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Pippali, PunarnavaEnergy VitalityAmalaki, Anantamul, Ashwagandha, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Eleuthero Ginseng, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)Mind Stress SleepAshwagandha, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Oats, Fresh Milky SeedReproductive HealthAshokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Ashwagandha, Guggulu, Manjistha, Red Peony, White PeonyCleanse And DetoxBreath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Manjistha, PunarnavaDigestionBellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)Manjistha
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HELPFUL FOR*'Blood-tonic' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Blood and CirculationAnemia, Blood light in color, Bluish nail-beds, Easily cold, Enlarged Spleen, Iron deficiency, Many cracks on tongue, Thalassemia MinorDigestionGas, irregular digestion, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Irregular/small appetite, Malabsorption, Slow, heavy digestionMind Stress SleepWeakness / DebilityReproductive HealthAbortion (Past, Recent or Considering), Currently pregnant, Heavy Period, Miscarriage (Past), Painful menstruation & menstrual cramps, Post Partum (gave birth within last 6 months), Uterine FibroidsRespiratory HealthShortness of BreathAbout 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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