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Alcohol, Cassava Root / Yuca, Milk, Rose Petals, Salmon, Sardines, Yogurt
WATERResembles water (ap) in quality - fluid, sticky, soft, heavy, stable, cool.Almonds, Cassava Root / Yuca, Milk, Poppy Seed, Salmon, Sunflower Seeds
GROUNDINGEncourages feelings of stability and heaviness. Makes you feel settled, mentally relaxed. Mildly sedates the nervous system to ease stress. Can bring a spacey or anxious person back to earth.Cassava Root / Yuca, Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed, Rose Petals, Turkey
RELAXES-MINDReduces mental agitation, irritation, stress and racing thoughts.Almonds, Hemp Seed, Milk, Yogurt
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.Alcohol, Almonds, Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed, Turkey
SEDATIVESedative herbs create a sense of calm in the mind and body by specifically calming or quieting the nervous system. Excellent for anxiety, stress and chronic pain.Cassava Root / Yuca, Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed
ANXIOLYTICHerbs that help people suffering from anxiety or panic. They promote a state of calm and often improve sleep. Most anxiolytic herbs are also nervines.Cassava Root / Yuca, Rose Petals
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Almonds, Stevia
BRAIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens the brain, thereby improves either mental function, stamina, or stability.Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed
ANALGESICRelieves or reduces feelings of pain without eliminating sensation. Aka anodyne.Rose Petals
ANTIDEPRESSANTHerbs that lift feelings of depression, benefit the mind and improve mental function.Almonds
NERVESMarrow tissue (Majja Dhatu) includes bone marrow and nervous tissue.Almonds, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chick Pea (Garbanzo), Hemp Seed, Milk, Poppy Seed, Salmon, Sardines, Sunflower Seeds, Turkey, Yogurt
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Almonds, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chick Pea (Garbanzo), Hemp Seed, Milk, Poppy Seed, Rose Petals, Stevia
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Almonds, Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed, Salmon, Sardines, Sunflower Seeds, Turkey
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.Cassava Root / Yuca, Milk, Salmon, Sardines, Turkey, Yogurt
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Chick Pea (Garbanzo), Milk, Turkey
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Alcohol, Coffee, Rose Petals
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Alcohol, Hemp Seed, Sunflower Seeds
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Alcohol, Coffee, Stevia
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Alcohol, Cassava Root / Yuca, Coffee
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Chick Pea (Garbanzo), Coffee
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Alcohol, Coffee
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Coffee, Stevia
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Stevia
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Almonds, Cassava Root / Yuca, Hemp Seed, Milk, Poppy Seed, Rose Petals, Salmon, Sardines, Stevia, Turkey
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Cassava Root / Yuca, Chick Pea (Garbanzo), Poppy Seed, Rose Petals, Stevia
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Almonds, Hemp Seed, Poppy Seed, Sunflower Seeds
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Cassava Root / Yuca, Milk, Poppy Seed
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.Cassava Root / Yuca, Coffee, Stevia
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Coffee
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.Coffee
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Yogurt
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.Rose Petals
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS AFFECTING MIND-STRESS-SLEEP
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Reduces Bala, Bhringaraj, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi Oil (4oz), California Poppy, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), ValerianAshwagandha, Bala, Bhringaraj, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Brahmi Oil (4oz), Dashamoola Powder, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Nasya Oil, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Pennyroyal, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag), Valerian, 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.Ashwagandha, California Poppy, Dashamoola Powder, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Nasya Oil, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Shirodhara Treatment, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage Oil
ANXIOLYTICHerbs that help people suffering from anxiety or panic. They promote a state of calm and often improve sleep. Most anxiolytic herbs are also nervines.Ashwagandha, Bhringaraj, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), Brahmi Oil (4oz), California Poppy, Dashamoola Powder, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kapha Shirodhara Oil, Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Shirodhara Treatment, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage Oil
SEDATIVESedative herbs create a sense of calm in the mind and body by specifically calming or quieting the nervous system. Excellent for anxiety, stress and chronic pain.California Poppy, Jasmine Flower, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Rose Hips, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Shirodhara Treatment, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Shirodhara Oil
RELAXES-MINDReduces mental agitation, irritation, stress and racing thoughts.Ashwagandha, Bala, Bhringaraj, California Poppy, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Jasmine Flower, Kava Kava, Passionflower, Pennyroyal, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Shirodhara Oil
ANALGESICRelieves or reduces feelings of pain without eliminating sensation. Aka anodyne.Ashwagandha, California Poppy, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Ginkgo, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kapha Shirodhara Oil, Passionflower, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Rose Hips, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Shankhapushpi, St. John's Wort, Vata Shirodhara Oil
ANTIDEPRESSANTHerbs that lift feelings of depression, benefit the mind and improve mental function.Ashwagandha, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kapha Shirodhara Oil, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Pennyroyal, Self Massage, Shirodhara Treatment, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage Oil
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Ashwagandha, Bala, Bhringaraj, Ginseng, Chinese, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, 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.Ashwagandha, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Brahmi Oil (4oz), Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, KapiKacchu, Nasya Oil, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Vata Shirodhara Oil
BRAIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens the brain, thereby improves either mental function, stamina, or stability.Ashwagandha, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Shirodhara Treatment, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian
GROUNDINGEncourages feelings of stability and heaviness. Makes you feel settled, mentally relaxed. Mildly sedates the nervous system to ease stress. Can bring a spacey or anxious person back to earth.Bala, California Poppy, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, Kava Kava, Passionflower, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Shirodhara Oil
NERVESMarrow tissue (Majja Dhatu) includes bone marrow and nervous tissue.California Poppy, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Rose Hips, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Massage Oil, Vata Shirodhara Oil
WATERResembles water (ap) in quality - fluid, sticky, soft, heavy, stable, cool.Ashwagandha, Bala, Bhringaraj, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Ginkgo, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kava Kava, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Rose Hips, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Ashwagandha, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi Oil (4oz), California Poppy, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Self Massage, Shankhapushpi, Shirodhara Treatment, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, 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.Bala, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Brahmi Oil (4oz), California Poppy, Ginkgo, Jasmine Flower, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Pennyroyal, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Rose Hips, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Ashwagandha, Bala, Bhringaraj Oil (4 fl oz), California Poppy, Dashamoola Powder, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Shirodhara Oil
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Bhringaraj, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Essential Oil Diffuser / Nebulizer, Ginkgo, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Nasya Oil, Pennyroyal, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, St. John's Wort, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Ashwagandha, Dashamoola Powder, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Ginseng, Chinese, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kapha Shirodhara Oil, KapiKacchu, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag), Vata Massage Oil
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Dashamoola Powder, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Pennyroyal
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Bhringaraj, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Nasya Oil, Pennyroyal, St. John's Wort
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Nasya Oil, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Bala, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Shankhapushpi, Vata Shirodhara Oil
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Ginkgo, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Pennyroyal, Rose Hips
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Pennyroyal, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Passionflower
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Bala, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, California Poppy, Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, KapiKacchu, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, Passionflower, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Rose Hips, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Valerian, Vata Shirodhara Oil
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Ashwagandha, Bhringaraj, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Jasmine Flower, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, KapiKacchu, Kava Kava, Pennyroyal, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Shankhapushpi, Skullcap, St. John's Wort, Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Bhringaraj, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, Kava Kava, Pennyroyal, Saraswatarishta- Nerve Tonic, Skullcap, Tagar (Indian Valerian), Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag), Valerian, Vata Shirodhara Oil
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Ashwagandha, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, California Poppy, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Ginkgo, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Passionflower, Pitta Shirodhara Oil, Rose Hips, St. John's Wort
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Essential Oil Diffuser / Nebulizer, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, Kava Kava, Nasya Oil, Passionflower, Pennyroyal, Pitta Shirodhara 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.Vacha (Calamus, Sweet Flag)
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Passionflower
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.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru)
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Ashwagandha, Bala, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), KapiKacchu, Oats, Fresh Milky Seed, 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.Respiratory HealthDeodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Essential Oil Diffuser / Nebulizer, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Nasya Oil, Pennyroyal, Sleep on stomachLiver GallbladderBhringaraj, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Choline, Ginseng, Chinese, Jasmine Flower, Pennyroyal, Rose HipsReproductive HealthAshwagandha, Bala, Ginseng, Chinese, Jasmine Flower, KapiKacchu, Pennyroyal, Rose HipsHeart Circulation BloodDeodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Hawthorne Berry & Flower, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Jasmine Flower, Rose HipsEnergy VitalityAshwagandha, Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Essential Oil Diffuser / Nebulizer, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Vata Massage OilImmune SystemDeodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Essential Oil Diffuser / Nebulizer, Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)Jasmine Flower, Kapha Shirodhara Oil, Rose Hips, Vata Massage Oil
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).About 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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