Lowers-blood-sugar (Hypoglycemic, pramehaghna) Foods & Herbs List: An Ayurveda Perspective
Lowers-blood-sugar Recipes Lowers-blood-sugar Ingredients Lowers-blood-sugar Herbs & Supplements AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGARAn herb that lowers blood sugar.OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING WEIGHT-LOSSINGREDIENTS WITH LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGAR QUALITY
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Reduces SteviaReduces Allspice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Bay Leaf, Cinnamon, Fenugreek, Nigella (black cumin), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White VinegarReduces Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Arugula, Barley, Bitter Melon, Dandelion Leaves, Green Plantain, Kale, WatermelonIncompletePrickly Pear CactusAllspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Arugula, Barley, Bay Leaf, Bitter Melon, Celery Seed, Cinnamon, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Kale, Nigella (black cumin), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, Bitter Melon, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Kale, Prickly Pear Cactus, Stevia, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
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.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, Bitter Melon, Cinnamon, Dandelion Leaves, Kale, Stevia, 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.Allspice, Arugula, Bay Leaf, Celery Seed, Cinnamon, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Nigella (black cumin), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Celery Seed, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Green Plantain, Kale, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Dandelion Leaves, Kale, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon, White Vinegar
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.Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Barley, Buckwheat, Celery Seed, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Nigella (black cumin), Watermelon
DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.Allspice, Cinnamon, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Kale, Nigella (black cumin), Stevia
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
GENERAL-LAXATIVEPromotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives...Allspice, Celery Seed, Nigella (black cumin), Turmeric
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Buckwheat, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon
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.Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, Barley, Bay Leaf, Bitter Melon, Celery Seed, Cinnamon, Dandelion Leaves, Kale, Red Wine Vinegar, Stevia, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon, White Vinegar
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, Barley, Bay Leaf, Bitter Melon, Celery Seed, Dandelion Leaves, Kale, Nigella (black cumin), Red Wine Vinegar, Stevia, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon, 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, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, Barley, Bay Leaf, Bitter Melon, Buckwheat, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Kale, Nigella (black cumin), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon, White Vinegar
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, Bitter Melon, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Kale, Nigella (black cumin), Red Wine Vinegar, Stevia, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, Barley, Bay Leaf, Buckwheat, Celery Seed, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Green Plantain, Kale, Nigella (black cumin), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), Watermelon
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Allspice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Arugula, Bay Leaf, Buckwheat, Celery Seed, Cinnamon, Fenugreek, Nigella (black cumin), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Allspice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Arugula, Barley, Bay Leaf, Celery Seed, Cinnamon, Kale, Nigella (black cumin), Red Wine Vinegar, Watermelon, White Vinegar
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Barley, Bitter Melon, Dandelion Leaves, Green Plantain, Kale, Stevia, Watermelon
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Barley, Cinnamon
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Green Plantain
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Bay Leaf, Buckwheat, Cinnamon, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Green Plantain, Kale, Red Wine Vinegar, Stevia, White Vinegar
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Allspice, Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, Bay Leaf, Bitter Melon, Dandelion Leaves, Fenugreek, Kale, Nigella (black cumin), Stevia, 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.Allspice, Bay Leaf, Buckwheat, Celery Seed, Cinnamon, Fenugreek, Nigella (black cumin)
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Aloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Barley, Buckwheat, Green Plantain
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.Barley, Buckwheat, Cinnamon, Green Plantain, Stevia, Watermelon
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Allspice, Bay Leaf, Celery Seed, Cinnamon, Nigella (black cumin)
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.Apple Cider Vinegar, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Allspice, Nigella (black cumin)
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Liver GallbladderApple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White VinegarHeart Circulation BloodBay Leaf, Buckwheat, Cinnamon, Dandelion Leaves, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)Cleanse And DetoxAloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Buckwheat, Dandelion LeavesAloe Vera Gel, Aloe Vera Juice, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGAR QUALITY
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Amalaki, Ashoka, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dandelion Root, Guggulu, Neem Leaf, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic, Vasaka / Vasa, Vidanga, Vidari, 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, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dandelion Root, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Neem Leaf, Shilajit Tonic, Triphala Guggulu, Vidanga, Yellow Dock
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Betaine, Bhringaraj, Dandelion Root, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Gymnema / Gurmar, Mistletoe, Neem Leaf, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic, Triphala Guggulu, Vidanga, Vidari
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.Amalaki, Ashoka, Bhringaraj, Dandelion Root, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Mistletoe, Neem Leaf, Punarnava, Reishi Mushroom (Lingzhi), Vasaka / Vasa, Yellow Dock
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Amalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dandelion Root, Eleuthero Ginseng, Punarnava, Triphala Guggulu, Yellow Dock
DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Amalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Bhringaraj, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Punarnava, Yellow Dock
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.Amalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Betaine, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic
STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Amalaki, Ashoka, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Mistletoe, Punarnava
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, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Bilva, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Triphala Guggulu, Yellow Dock
GENERAL-LAXATIVEPromotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives...Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Neem Leaf, Shilajit Tonic
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.Ashoka, Bhringaraj, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic, Triphala Guggulu, Vasaka / Vasa, Vidanga, Vidari
DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Betaine, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic
BUILDS-STAMINAPromotes strength, endurance and resistance in the body. Rebuilds weak tissues after a time of depletion.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Horehound, Punarnava, Vasaka / Vasa
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Horehound, Vasaka / Vasa, Vidari
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.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Bhringaraj, Bilva, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Guggulu, Horehound, Neem Leaf, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic, Triphala Guggulu
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Amalaki, Bhringaraj, Dandelion Root, Neem Leaf, Punarnava, Vasaka / Vasa, Vidari, Yellow Dock
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Bilva, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Gymnema / Gurmar, Shilajit Tonic, Triphala Guggulu, Vidanga
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Betaine, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Dandelion Root
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Bhringaraj, Guggulu, Neem Leaf, Punarnava
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Guggulu, Horehound, Neem Leaf, Shilajit Tonic, Triphala Guggulu
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Guggulu, Neem Leaf, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Amalaki
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Vidari
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Ashoka, Bhringaraj, Dandelion Root, Eleuthero Ginseng, Gymnema / Gurmar, Horehound, Neem Leaf, Shilajit Tonic, Vasaka / Vasa, Vidanga, Yellow Dock
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Amalaki, Ashoka, Bilva, Guggulu, Gymnema / Gurmar, Triphala Guggulu, Vasaka / Vasa, Vidanga
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Bhringaraj, Eleuthero Ginseng, Guggulu, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic, Triphala Guggulu, Vidanga
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Bhringaraj, Dandelion Root, Vidari
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Guggulu, Triphala Guggulu
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Vidari
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.Shilajit Tonic
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Shilajit Tonic
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Horehound
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.Respiratory HealthBellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Belly breathing, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Horehound, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic, Vasaka / VasaAmalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Breathing Exercises, Eleuthero Ginseng, Punarnava, Shilajit Tonic
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, Guggulu, PunarnavaEnergy VitalityAmalaki, Bellows Breath (Bhastrika Pranayama), Betaine, Breath of Fire / Shining Skull (Kapalbhati Pranayama), Eleuthero Ginseng, Shilajit Tonic, VidariAmalaki, Bhringaraj, Dandelion Root
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HELPFUL FOR*'Lowers-blood-sugar' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Blood and CirculationAtherosclerosis, Blood dark in color, Blood thick / Congested lymph, Cancer, Candida / Yeast Infection / Thrush, Chest Pain, Chronic Fungus infection, Chronic Infection, Diabetes (Adult Onset Type II), Fatty Liver, Heart Attack, Heaviness in heart area, High Blood Pressure, High Blood Sugar, Hot in torso/chest area, Insulin Resistance, Irregular heartbeat, Jock Itch, Non-healing sore / ulcer, Poor circulation, Puffy under eyes / Bags, Sour sweat, Staph infection, Sticky saliva, Swollen lymph nodes, Swollen lymph nodes - arm pits, Swollen lymph nodes - hips, Thick coating tongue, White tongue coatingDietDairy/milk/cheese/ice-cream, Fast food 2+ times / week, Pizza, Refined sugar, Soda / corn syrup, Sweet cravingsKidney Bladder UrinaryBladder / Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Reproductive HealthClogged Milk Duct / Breast Infection, Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), Vaginal discharge, Vaginal Inflammation, White vaginal discharge, Yellow vaginal dischargeWeight LossBody Checking, Difficulty finding clothes that fit, Distress when sweets unavailable, Eat when lonely / depressed, Emotional eating, Gain weight easily, Hypothyroid, Low metabolism, Panic about size, shape or weight, Preoccupied with size, shape or weight, Trying to lose weight, Weigh myself dailyCONTRAINDICATIONS / AGGRAVATES / IS AGGRAVATED BY*'Lowers-blood-sugar' may aggravate, or be aggravated by, these symptoms and causes below.Blood and CirculationHigh Blood SugarAbout 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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