Emollient Foods & Herbs List: An Ayurveda Perspective
Emollient Recipes Emollient Ingredients Emollient Herbs & Supplements AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON EMOLLIENTSoothes & softens the skin. Often a topical demulcent or oil.OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING SKIN-CAREINGREDIENTS WITH EMOLLIENT QUALITY
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Neutral (Tridoshic)Canola OilAggravates Corn OilAvocado, Canola Oil, Coconut Oil, Corn Oil, Eggs, Flax Oil, Ghee, Grape Seed Oil, Mustard Oil, Olive Oil, Safflower Oil, Sesame Oil, Soy Bean Oil, Sunflower Oil
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.Avocado, Canola Oil, Coconut Oil, Corn Oil, Eggs, Flax Oil, Ghee, Grape Seed Oil, Mustard Oil, Olive Oil, Safflower Oil, Sesame Oil, Soy Bean Oil, Sunflower Oil
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Canola Oil, Coconut Oil, Corn Oil, Eggs, Flax Oil, Ghee, Grape Seed Oil, Mustard Oil, Olive Oil, Safflower Oil, Sesame Oil, Soy Bean Oil, Sunflower Oil
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.Avocado, Corn Oil, Eggs, Ghee, Olive Oil, Safflower Oil, Sunflower Oil
EARTHResembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Avocado, Coconut Oil, Eggs, Sesame Oil
SKIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.Eggs, Ghee, Sesame Oil
MUSCLE-TONICHerbs that strengthen and tone muscle tissue. Helpful for people recovering from long term illness and debility, or after a sprain.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Avocado
DEMULCENTHerbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Coconut Oil
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Mustard Oil
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.Avocado, Canola Oil, Coconut Oil, Corn Oil, Eggs, Flax Oil, Ghee, Mustard Oil, Olive Oil, Safflower Oil, Sesame Oil, Soy Bean Oil, Sunflower 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.Apple Cider Vinegar, Corn Oil, Eggs, Lemon, Mustard Oil, Olive Oil, Red Wine Vinegar, Safflower Oil, Sesame Oil, White Vinegar
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Apple Cider Vinegar, Avocado, Coconut Oil, Ghee, Lemon, Lime, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Avocado, Lemon, Lime, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Avocado, Corn Oil, Eggs, Ghee, Mustard Oil, Olive Oil, Safflower Oil
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Avocado, Coconut Oil, Ghee, Lime, Sunflower Oil
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Lemon, Lime, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Lemon, Lime, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Lemon, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Avocado, Coconut Oil, Eggs, Ghee, Sesame Oil
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Apple Cider Vinegar, Lemon, Lime, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Lemon, Olive Oil
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Ghee
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 Oil, Sesame Oil
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Eggs
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Avocado
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH EMOLLIENT QUALITY
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Reduces Almond Oil, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Coltsfoot, Marshmallow Root Powder, Mullein, Shea ButterReduces Pitta Massage OilReduces Kapha Massage OilAlmond Oil, Kapha Massage Oil, Pitta Massage Oil, Shea Butter, Vata Massage Oil, Vata Shirodhara Oil
SKIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.Massage OilsAlmond Oil, Kapha Massage Oil, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz), Shea Butter, Vata Massage Oil, Vata Shirodhara OilAlmond Oil, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Kapha Massage Oil, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz), Vata Massage Oil
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Almond Oil, Joint Balm, Pitta Massage Oil, Vata Massage Oil, Vata Shirodhara Oil
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Almond Oil, Coltsfoot, Marshmallow Root Powder, Mullein, Pitta Massage Oil
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Joint Balm, Kapha Massage Oil, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz), Vata Massage Oil
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.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz), Vata Massage Oil, Vata Shirodhara Oil
NERVINEHerbs that specifically go to the nervous system and brain. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, even chronic pain.Almond Oil, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Vata Massage Oil, Vata Shirodhara Oil
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.Almond Oil, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Vata Massage Oil, Vata Shirodhara Oil
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.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Shea Butter, Vata Massage Oil, Vata Shirodhara Oil
EARTHResembles earth (prithvi) in quality - heavy, dense, solid, stable, hard.Almond Oil, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Kapha Massage Oil, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz)
MUSCLE-TONICHerbs that strengthen and tone muscle tissue. Helpful for people recovering from long term illness and debility, or after a sprain.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Joint Balm, Mullein, Vata Shirodhara Oil
ANALGESICRelieves or reduces feelings of pain without eliminating sensation. Aka anodyne.Coltsfoot, Marshmallow Root Powder, Mullein, Vata Shirodhara Oil
DEMULCENTHerbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.Almond Oil, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Kapha Massage Oil, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz), Shea Butter, Vata Massage Oil, Vata Shirodhara 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.Coltsfoot, Marshmallow Root Powder, Mullein, Vata Shirodhara Oil
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Almond Oil, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Shea Butter, Vata Shirodhara Oil
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Kapha Massage Oil, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz), Vata Massage Oil
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Kapha Massage Oil, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz)
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Joint Balm, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz)
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Almond Oil, Marshmallow Root Powder
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Almond Oil, Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Coltsfoot, Marshmallow Root Powder, Shea Butter, Vata Shirodhara Oil
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic, Kapha Massage Oil, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz), Vata Shirodhara Oil
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Joint Balm, Mahanarayan Oil (16 oz)
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.Mullein
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Balarishta- Vitality Tonic
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Kapha Massage Oil, Shea Butter, Vata Massage Oil
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Shea Butter, Vata Massage Oil
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.HELPFUL FOR*'Emollient' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.LifestyleFrequent travelAbout 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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