About Blood-tonic (Pandughna, raktavardhaka) in Ayurveda

Categories / Herbal-action / blood-tonic

An herb that produces more blood cells in the body or otherwise strengthens blood. Helpful for anemia and other types of deficiency.

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Reported by John Immel, Asheville, NC
Blood-tonic Recipes Blood-tonic Ingredients Blood-tonic Products

INGREDIENTS WITH BLOOD-TONIC QUALITY

HERBS & PRODUCTS WITH BLOOD-TONIC QUALITY

herbal powder

Amalaki, Punarnava, Manjistha, Anantamul, Guggulu, Pippali

leaf

Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

herbal oil

Pitta Massage Oil

herbal wine

Ashokarishta- Menstrual Tonic

tincture

Dong Quai Tincture, Yellow Dock Tincture

chopped root

White Peony

HELPFUL FOR*

The 'blood-tonic' quality may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.

Blood and Circulation

Anemia, Blood light in color, Bluish nail-beds, Enlarged Spleen, Many cracks on tongue, Thalassemia Minor

Bones

Pale nail-beds, Thin hair, Thin, brittle nails

Diet

Anorexia, past or current, Bulimia, past or current, Taking Enzyme Supplements, Vegetarian

Digestion

Gas, irregular digestion, Irregular/small appetite, Malabsorption, Slow, heavy digestion

Lifestyle

Avoids cold

Poop

Soft Stool, Tarry black stools, Undigested food in stool

Reproductive Health

Abortion (Past, Recent or Considering), Currently pregnant, Heavy Period, Painful menstruation & menstrual cramps

Respiratory Health

Shortness of Breath

Skin

Cold aggravates my skin, Easily cold, Eczema, Pale lips, Pale Skin

Weight Loss

Fasting to lose weight, Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, Laxatives to lose weight, Low metabolism, Purging Food, Sunken chest, ribs showing

About the Author

John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda. His approach to Ayurveda exudes a certain ease, which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda , which specializes in digestive tract pathology & Ayurvedic nutrition. John and his wife Natalie recently published Explore Your Hunger: A Guide to Hunger, Appetite & Food.

John's interest in Ayurveda and digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, including his 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.