Browse Recipes AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON FLUSHES-SINUSESAn herb that relieves sinus congestion by flushing out mucus.INGREDIENTS WITH FLUSHES-SINUSES QUALITY
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Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Red Onion (raw), Salt (Mineral Salt), Spanish Black Radish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Red Onion (raw), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Red Onion (raw), Salt (Mineral Salt), Spanish Black Radish, Wasabi
RAJASICRajasic foods stimulate desire or nervous energy. Red meat, high protein food, garlic and onions stimulate desire. Rajasic foods include chili peppers, coffee, and anything that stimulates movement.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Red Onion (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Wasabi
OUTWARDOutward-moving substances stimulate circulation, push heat towards the skin, or are stimulating.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Red Onion (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Wasabi
DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Garlic (raw), Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Salt (Mineral Salt), Spanish Black Radish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Salt (Mineral Salt), Spanish Black Radish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Mustard Seed, Salt (Mineral Salt), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Mustard Seed, Salt (Mineral Salt), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
SPLEEN-TONICAn herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Turmeric, Wasabi
DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANGHerbs that revitalizing by warming and stimulating, typically stimulating arterial circulation.Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Turmeric, Wasabi
WARMS-CHESTWarms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Wasabi
EXPECTORANTExpectorants help you eliminate mucus from the lungs. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus. Expectorants are indicated when phlegm congests the lower respiratory tract.Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Radish (raw), Red Onion (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Wasabi
MUCOLYTICAn herb that breaks apart mucus, liquefying the mucus.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Garlic (raw), Mustard Seed, Red Onion (raw), Turmeric
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.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Mustard Seed, Red Onion (raw)
DECONGESTANTAn herb that reduces mucus production often by restricting blood flow to mucus membranes.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Wasabi
CARDIAC-STIMULANTHerbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Mustard Seed, Red Onion (raw)
BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma.Cayenne Pepper, Mustard Seed, Turmeric
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Mustard Seed, Red Onion (raw), Salt (Mineral Salt)
FLUSHES-MEMBRANESHerbs in this category stimulate mucus membranes to release fluids, flushing them out.Cayenne Pepper, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
PRANAPrana is the Sanskrit word for vital life energy (Qi in Chinese Medicine, pneuma in Greek). Many herbs stimulate your energy, or improve the flow of prana through your body. Generally, prana needs to be increased in spring after a sleepy winter.Mustard Seed
RELIEVES-TENSIONAn herb that releases tightness, constriction, and rigidity in a muscle.Mustard Seed
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Red Onion (raw), Salt (Mineral Salt), Spanish Black Radish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Salt (Mineral Salt), Spanish Black Radish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Radish (raw), Red Onion (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Wasabi
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Daikon Radish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Red Onion (raw), Salt (Mineral Salt), Spanish Black Radish, Wasabi
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Wasabi
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Wasabi
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Daikon Radish, Radish (raw), Spanish Black Radish
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.Garlic (raw), 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.Salt (Mineral Salt)
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Red Onion (raw)
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Garlic (raw)
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Respiratory HealthBlack Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Radish (raw), Red Onion (raw), Spanish Black Radish, Turmeric, WasabiMustard Seed, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).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.HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH FLUSHES-SINUSES QUALITY
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Bayberry, Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Mustard Poultice, Nasya Oil, Neti Pot
DECONGESTANTAn herb that reduces mucus production often by restricting blood flow to mucus membranes.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Mustard Poultice, Nasya Oil, Neti Pot
EXPECTORANTExpectorants help you eliminate mucus from the lungs. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus. Expectorants are indicated when phlegm congests the lower respiratory tract.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Mustard Poultice, Nasya 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.Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Mustard Poultice
DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower, Mustard Poultice
CARDIAC-STIMULANTHerbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Mustard Poultice
BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Mustard Poultice
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam
MUCOLYTICAn herb that breaks apart mucus, liquefying the mucus.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Inhale Steam, Nasya Oil, Neti Pot
PRANAPrana is the Sanskrit word for vital life energy (Qi in Chinese Medicine, pneuma in Greek). Many herbs stimulate your energy, or improve the flow of prana through your body. Generally, prana needs to be increased in spring after a sleepy winter.Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower
RELIEVES-TENSIONAn herb that releases tightness, constriction, and rigidity in a muscle.Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam
FLUSHES-MEMBRANESHerbs in this category stimulate mucus membranes to release fluids, flushing them out.Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam
WARMS-CHESTWarms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak
BLOOD-MOVERBlood movers improve circulation through these mechanisms: Cardiac stimulation (usually pungents), vasodilation (usually aromatics), or blood thinning (usually bitters).Bayberry, Hot Bath
DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANGHerbs that revitalizing by warming and stimulating, typically stimulating arterial circulation.Epsom Salt Bath
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Nasya Oil, Neti Pot
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Bayberry, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Mustard Poultice
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Bayberry, Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Foot Soak, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Mustard Poultice
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Chest Rub with Essential Oils, Inhale Steam, Nasya 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.Bayberry
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Bayberry
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Respiratory HealthChest Rub with Essential Oils, Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Mustard Poultice, Nasya Oil, Neti PotHot Bath
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.OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING RESPIRATORY-HEALTHHELPFUL FOR*'Flushes-sinuses' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Respiratory HealthBlood and CirculationDigestionAbout 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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