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Blue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cashews, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Fromage Frais, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sesame Seeds, Sour Cream, Tahini, Tofu, Whey, Yogurt
BLOOD-PLASMA-LYMPHPlasma (Rasa Dhatu) includes plasma, white blood cells, and lymph.Blue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Fromage Frais, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Sesame Seeds, Sour Cream, Tahini, Whey, Yogurt
FATFat tissue (Meda Dhatu) includes adipose tissue and sebum (skin oil).Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cashews, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Kelp, Milk, Paneer, Romano Cheese, Sesame Seeds, Tahini, Tofu, Whey, Yogurt
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.WhiteBlue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Cashews, Cassava Root / Yuca, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Fromage Frais, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Sesame Seeds, Tahini, Tofu, Whey, YogurtBuffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cashews, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Romano Cheese, Sesame Seeds, Tahini, Tofu, Whey, Yogurt
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.Blue Cheese, Buttermilk, Cashews, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Sesame Seeds, Sour Cream, Tahini, Tofu, Whey, Yogurt
EARTHResembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard.AllergensBlue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cashews, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sour Cream, Tofu, Whey, YogurtBlue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Fromage Frais, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sour Cream, Tofu, Whey, Yogurt
REPRODUCTIVEReproductive tissue (Shukra/Artava Dhatu) includes male and female reproductive organs.Blue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Sour Cream, Tahini, Yogurt
WATERResembles water (ap) in quality - fluid, sticky, soft, heavy, stable, cool.DairyBlue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Fromage Frais, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sour Cream, Whey, YogurtBlue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sour Cream, Whey, Yogurt
LACTOSELactose is a sugar found in milk derived from galactose and glucose. It is difficult for many people to digest.Blue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sour Cream, Whey, Yogurt
NON-VEGANA recipe or diet that includes meat and/or dairy products.Blue Cheese, Chard, Cheddar Cheese, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Spinach, Tofu, Whey, Yogurt
ACIDIFYINGAn herb that creates an acidic pH in the blood chemistry.Blue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Tahini, Tofu
TAMASICTamasic foods promote rest, sleepiness and stillness. Examples include wheat, mushrooms.FatsBlue Cheese, Cashews, Cheddar Cheese, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Sesame Seeds, Sour Cream, TahiniBuffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cashews, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Sesame Seeds, Sour Cream, Tahini, Tofu
SATISFIES-STOMACHProvides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach.Chard, Collard Greens, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Milk, Mustard Greens, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Sesame Seeds, Sour Cream, Spinach, Tahini, Tofu, Yogurt
CALCIUMCalcium nourishes bones and muscles. A muscle cell is activated when calcium enters the cell. It relaxes when the calcium is secreted.Kelp, Milk, Sesame Seeds, Spinach, Tahini
BONE-TONICAn herb that strengthens the bones and joints.Cassava Root / Yuca, Spinach, Tofu
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Mustard Seed
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Mustard Seed
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.Mustard Greens
BLOOD-THINNERHerbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.Mustard Greens
HYPOLIPIDEMICScrapes 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.Blue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cashews, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Sesame Seeds, Sour Cream, Tahini, Tofu, Whey, Yogurt
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Blue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Kelp, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Sour Cream, Yogurt
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Blue Cheese, Cashews, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Tahini, Tofu
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Blue Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Heavy Cream, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Sesame Seeds, Sour Cream, 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.Buffalo Milk, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Condensed Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Tofu
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Cashews, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Sesame Seeds, Spinach, Tahini
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Buttermilk, Cashews, Chard, Collard Greens, Tofu, Whey
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Chard, Collard Greens, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Spinach
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Chard, Collard Greens, Mustard Greens, Spinach
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Kelp, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Chard, Mustard Seed
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Cassava Root / Yuca
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Blue Cheese, Buttermilk, Cheddar Cheese, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sour Cream, Spinach, Yogurt
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Buffalo Milk, Cashews, Cassava Root / Yuca, Condensed Milk, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Paneer, Sardines, Sesame Seeds, Tahini, Whey
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Blue Cheese, Cheddar Cheese, Feta Cheese, Kelp, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sesame Seeds, Spinach
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Buttermilk, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Collard Greens, Spinach, Tofu, Whey
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Collard Greens, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Spinach
BITTERBitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.Cassava Root / Yuca, Chard, Collard Greens, Milk, Tofu
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.Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed
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.Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Cashews, Sesame Seeds
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Milk, Mustard Seed, Sardines, Sesame Seeds, Yogurt
ENERGY-VITALITYIncludes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.Mustard Seed, Tofu
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Autumn WinterBlue Cheese, Buffalo Milk, Buttermilk, Cashews, Cassava Root / Yuca, Cheddar Cheese, Condensed Milk, Cottage Cheese, Cream Cheese, Feta Cheese, Goat Cheese, Goat Milk, Heavy Cream, Milk, Mustard Seed, Paneer, Parmesan Cheese, Romano Cheese, Sardines, Sesame Seeds, Sour Cream, Tahini, Tofu, Whey, YogurtHERBS & SUPPLEMENTS AFFECTING BONE-JOINT
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Ashwagandha, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Jasmine Flower, Joint Balm, Mahanarayan Oil, Manjistha
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Arjuna, Ashwagandha, Guggulu, Jasmine Flower, Joint Balm, Manjistha
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.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Joint Balm, Mahanarayan Oil, Manjistha
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.Arjuna, Guggulu, Jasmine Flower, Mahanarayan Oil, Manjistha
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Arjuna, Guggulu, Joint Balm, Kaishore Guggulu, Manjistha
HYPOLIPIDEMICScrapes 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.Arjuna, Ashwagandha, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Manjistha
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Guggulu, Joint Balm, Mahanarayan Oil, Manjistha
BLOOD-THINNERHerbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.Ashwagandha, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Jasmine Flower, Mahanarayan Oil
NERVINEBalances the nervous system. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, and even chronic pain. Often they are aromatic in nature.Arjuna, Ashwagandha, Joint Balm, Manjistha
BONE-TONICAn herb that strengthens the bones and joints.Ashwagandha
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
TAMASICTamasic foods promote rest, sleepiness and stillness. Examples include wheat, mushrooms.Jasmine Flower
REPRODUCTIVEReproductive tissue (Shukra/Artava Dhatu) includes male and female reproductive organs.Ashwagandha, Ashwagandhadi Vati, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Kaishore Guggulu, Mahanarayan Oil, Manjistha
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Joint Balm, Kaishore Guggulu, Mahanarayan Oil, Manjistha
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Arjuna, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Jasmine Flower, Kaishore Guggulu, Manjistha
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Arjuna, Ashwagandhadi Vati, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Jasmine Flower, Kaishore Guggulu
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Ashwagandha, Ashwagandhadi Vati, Mahanarayan 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.Guggulu, Mahanarayan Oil
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Arjuna, Jasmine Flower
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Ashwagandha
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru)
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Arjuna, Ashwagandhadi Vati, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Jasmine Flower, Kaishore Guggulu, Mahanarayan Oil
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Arjuna, Ashwagandha, Ashwagandhadi Vati, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Jasmine Flower, Kaishore Guggulu, Manjistha
BITTERBitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.Arjuna, Ashwagandha, Ashwagandhadi Vati, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Jasmine Flower, Joint Balm, Mahanarayan Oil
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.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Kaishore Guggulu
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Jasmine Flower, Manjistha
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Heart Circulation BloodArjuna, Avoid heavy lifting, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Guggulu, Jasmine Flower, ManjisthaAshwagandha, Ashwagandhadi Vati, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru)
ENERGY-VITALITYIncludes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.Arjuna, Jasmine Flower, Manjistha
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Ashwagandha, Ashwagandhadi Vati
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.Bone-Joint Recipes Listed By StrengthBrowse By PopularityAbout 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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