Refrigerant Foods & Herbs List: An Ayurveda Perspective
Refrigerant Recipes Refrigerant Ingredients Refrigerant Herbs & Supplements AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON REFRIGERANTAn herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.Sometimes misspelled refridgerant. OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING HEART-CIRCULATION-BLOODINGREDIENTS WITH REFRIGERANT QUALITY
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Neutral (Tridoshic)CilantroReduces Acai, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Honey Dew, Jackfruit, Jicama, Lime, PersimmonsReduces LemonBean Sprouts, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Chickweed, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Cranberry, Endive, Honey Dew, Lemon, Lime, Pears, Pomegranate, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Rose Petals, Rose Water, Watermelon
SATTVICSattvic foods promote awareness and a refreshed mind by nourishing the body without taxing digestion. Sattvic foods do not stimulate desire or nervous energy. They create clarity instead of drowsiness or heaviness.Acai, Blueberry, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Oil, Cranberry, Cucumber, Endive, Hibiscus, Jackfruit, Pears, Pomegranate, Rose Petals
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Cranberry, Cucumber, Honey Dew, Jackfruit, Lemon, Lime, Persimmons, Pomegranate, Rose Petals, Rose Water, Watermelon
WATERResembles water (ap) in quality - fluid, sticky, soft, heavy, stable, cool.GreenBean Sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cassava Root / Yuca, Chickweed, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Cucumber, Endive, Honey Dew, Jackfruit, Lime, Pears, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, WatermelonAcai, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Cucumber, Honey Dew, Jackfruit, Persimmons, Pomegranate, Watermelon
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Acai, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Chickweed, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Cranberry, Endive, Lemon, Lime, Persimmons, Pomegranate, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Watermelon
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.Bean Sprouts, Blueberry, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Chickweed, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Endive, Hibiscus, Pears, Pomegranate, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Rose Petals, Rose Water
AIRResembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Cucumber, Honey Dew, Jackfruit, Pomegranate, Watermelon
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.Bean Sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cantaloupe / Melons, Cilantro, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Cucumber, Endive, Lemon, Lime, Pears, Romaine Lettuce, Watermelon
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.Acai, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Cranberry, Honey Dew, Persimmons, Pomegranate, Watermelon
LIVOTONICAn herb that strengthens the liver. It is helpful for people with a history of substance abuse, chronic liver issues from hepatitis and hemolytic anemias. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or contain beta-carotene.FruitsAcai, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cranberry, Honey Dew, Jackfruit, Lemon, Lime, Pears, Persimmons, Pomegranate, WatermelonWhiteBean Sprouts, Cassava Root / Yuca, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Endive, Jackfruit, Jicama, Rose WaterAcai, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Endive, Hibiscus, Lemon, Lime, Pomegranate, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Rose Petals
CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines.Chickweed, Cilantro, Cranberry, Cucumber, Hibiscus, Honey Dew, 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.Cilantro, Cucumber, Endive, Lemon, Lime, Pomegranate
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Cilantro, Hibiscus, Jackfruit, Persimmons, Rose Petals
HEMOSTATICAn herb that stops bleeding.Cassava Root / Yuca, Cilantro, Ice cube, Rose Petals
ANTIPYRETICReduces a fever / febrifuge.Cassava Root / Yuca, Chickweed, Hibiscus, Lemon
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Cassava Root / Yuca, Chickweed, Jackfruit, Persimmons
DEMULCENTHerbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.Cranberry, Lemon, Rose Petals
ANTIMICROBIALAn agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.Chickweed
HEPATOPROTECTIVEAn herb that is capable of preventing liver damage. Many hepatoprotectives work via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.Acai, Bean Sprouts, Blueberry, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chickweed, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Cranberry, Cucumber, Endive, Hibiscus, Honey Dew, Ice cube, Jackfruit, Jicama, Lime, Pears, Persimmons, Pomegranate, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Rose Petals, Rose Water, Watermelon
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Bean Sprouts, Chickweed, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Cucumber, Endive, Hibiscus, Lemon, Lime, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Rose Petals, Watermelon
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cilantro, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Endive, Honey Dew, Lemon, Lime, Pomegranate, Watermelon
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Bean Sprouts, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Chickweed, Cilantro, Endive, Lemon, Lime, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Watermelon
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Cabbage (cooked), Chickweed, Cranberry, Cucumber, Endive, Lemon, Lime, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Watermelon
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Bean Sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Chickweed, Cilantro, Cranberry, Endive, Pears, Watermelon
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Jackfruit
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, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Milk, Coconut Water, Persimmons
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Cabbage (cooked), Cabbage (raw), Coconut Milk, Jackfruit, Pears
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Bean Sprouts, Chickweed, Endive, Ice cube
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Cassava Root / Yuca, Jackfruit, Persimmons
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Lemon
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Cassava Root / Yuca
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Acai, Blueberry, Cabbage (cooked), Cantaloupe / Melons, Cassava Root / Yuca, Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes, Coconut Milk, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Cranberry, Honey Dew, Jackfruit, Jicama, Pears, Persimmons, Pomegranate, Rose Petals, Rose Water, Watermelon
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Acai, Bean Sprouts, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Cranberry, Hibiscus, Jackfruit, Jicama, Lemon, Pears, Persimmons, Pomegranate, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce, Rose Petals, Rose Water
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Bean Sprouts, Cassava Root / Yuca, Chickweed, Chicory Lettuce, Cilantro, Cucumber, Endive, Lemon, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine Lettuce
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Acai, Blueberry, Cranberry, Hibiscus, Honey Dew, Lemon, Lime, Pomegranate
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Bean Sprouts, Cabbage (cooked), Coconut Butter, Coconut Cream, Coconut Flakes
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Cabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca, Chickweed, Honey Dew
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.Cilantro
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Bowel Poop EliminationCabbage (cooked), Cassava Root / Yuca, Cranberry, Hibiscus, Lemon, Lime, PersimmonsCoconut Oil, Cucumber, Hibiscus, Lemon, Rose Petals
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).SummerAcai, Bean Sprouts, Blueberry, Cantaloupe / Melons, Cilantro, Coconut Milk, Coconut Water, Cranberry, Cucumber, Hibiscus, Honey Dew, Jackfruit, Lime, Pomegranate, Rose Petals, Rose Water, WatermelonHERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH REFRIGERANT QUALITY
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Neutral (Tridoshic)AmalakiReduces Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi Oil (4oz), Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Lotus, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Slippery ElmReduces Arjuna, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Barberry, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Bloodletting (phlebotomy), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Kalmegh, Kutaja Bark, Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Pipsissewa, Red Root, Rose Hips, Uva Ursi, Witch Hazel, Wormwood, Yellow DockIncompleteCatnip, Chaparral, Red PeonyAmalaki, Arjuna, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Barberry, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Chandanadi Taila, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Pitta Massage Oil, Red Root, Rose Hips, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Shepherd's Purse, Uva Ursi, Witch Hazel, Yellow Dock
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Amalaki, Arjuna, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Barberry, Bloodletting (phlebotomy), Catnip, Chaparral, Cleavers, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Gypsum, Kalmegh, Kutaja Bark, Lotus, Neem Leaf, Pipsissewa, Red Peony, Red Root, Shepherd's Purse, Slippery Elm, Usnea, Wormwood, Yellow Dock
ANTIPYRETICReduces a fever / febrifuge.Amalaki, Arjuna, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Barberry, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Kutaja Bark, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Neem Leaf, Pipsissewa, Pitta Massage Oil, Red Root, Wormwood, 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.Arjuna, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Chaparral, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Gentian, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Neem Leaf, Shatavari, Slippery Elm, Witch Hazel
VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic).Barberry, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Kalmegh, Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Pipsissewa, Rose Hips, Wormwood, Yellow Dock
CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines.Barberry, Chaparral, Dandelion Root, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Kalmegh, Kutaja Bark, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Neem Leaf, Rose Hips, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Uva Ursi
ANTIMICROBIALAn agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.Arjuna, Barberry, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Kutaja Bark, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Witch Hazel
ANTIBACTERIALHerbs that kill bacteria or slow their growth.Amalaki, Arjuna, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Kalmegh, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)
HEPATOPROTECTIVEAn herb that is capable of preventing liver damage. Many hepatoprotectives work via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.Amalaki, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Goldenseal, Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Usnea, Yellow Dock
DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Arjuna, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Kutaja Bark, Mugwort, Pipsissewa, Shepherd's Purse, Uva Ursi
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.Cleavers, Cornsilk, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Lotus, Shatavari, Slippery Elm, Uva Ursi
DEMULCENTHerbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.Amalaki, Cornsilk, Goldenseal, Lotus, Red Root, Rose Hips, Shepherd's Purse, Witch Hazel
HEMOSTATICAn herb that stops bleeding.Amalaki, Cornsilk, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Pitta Massage Oil, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee
NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Dandelion Root, Kalmegh, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Red Peony
LIVOTONICAn herb that strengthens the liver. It is helpful for people with a history of substance abuse, chronic liver issues from hepatitis and hemolytic anemias. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or contain beta-carotene.Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Rose Hips, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee
WATERResembles water (ap) in quality - fluid, sticky, soft, heavy, stable, cool.Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Goldenseal, Kutaja Bark, Rose Hips, Witch Hazel
AIRResembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Brahmi Oil (4oz), Rose Hips
SATTVICSattvic foods promote awareness and a refreshed mind by nourishing the body without taxing digestion. Sattvic foods do not stimulate desire or nervous energy. They create clarity instead of drowsiness or heaviness.Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee
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.Amalaki, Arjuna, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Barberry, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Bloodletting (phlebotomy), Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Brahmi Oil (4oz), Catnip, Chaparral, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Gypsum, Kalmegh, Kutaja Bark, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Lotus, Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Pipsissewa, Red Peony, Red Root, Rose Hips, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Slippery Elm, Usnea, Uva Ursi, Witch Hazel, Wormwood, Yellow Dock
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Arjuna, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Goldenseal, Kutaja Bark, Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Red Root, Shepherd's Purse, Uva Ursi, Witch Hazel
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Barberry, Catnip, Gentian, Goldenseal, Kalmegh, Kutaja Bark, Neem Leaf, Wormwood
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Cleavers, Goldenseal, Kutaja Bark, Neem Leaf, Red Root, Witch Hazel
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Lotus, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Cleavers, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Shatavari, Slippery Elm
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Arjuna, Kutaja Bark, Neem Leaf, Shepherd's Purse
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi Oil (4oz), Shatavari Ghee
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.Amalaki, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Goldenseal
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Cleavers, Dandelion Root, Rose Hips
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Mugwort
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Arjuna, Barberry, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Chaparral, Cleavers, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Kalmegh, Kutaja Bark, Mugwort, Neem Leaf, Pipsissewa, Red Peony, Shatavari, Shepherd's Purse, Uva Ursi, Wormwood, 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, Arjuna, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Chaparral, Cornsilk, Goldenseal, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Kutaja Bark, Lotus, Pipsissewa, Red Root, Rose Hips, Shepherd's Purse, Uva Ursi, Witch Hazel
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Brahmi Ghee (9oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Cleavers, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Lotus, Pipsissewa, Rose Hips, Shatavari, Shatavari Ghee, Slippery Elm
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Amalaki, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Red Peony, Witch Hazel
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Arjuna, Ashokarishta - Menstrual Tonic, Mugwort
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Shatavari, Shatavari 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.Mugwort, Witch Hazel
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.Cleavers
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Liver GallbladderAmalaki, Barberry, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Guluchyadi Kashayam, Kalmegh, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Red Peony, Rose HipsAmalaki, Arjuna, Brahmi - Gotu Kola, Dandelion Root, Pitta Massage Oil, Rose Hips, Witch Hazel
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Amalaki, Brahmi - Gotu Kola
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*'Refrigerant' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Blood and CirculationBloodshot Eyes, Easily hot, Fever (Current), Flushes Easily, Hot Flashes, My fevers tend to be high (above 103F, 39.4C), Sweat often, Thalassemia MinorMind Stress SleepAnger, irritable, ambitious, analytical, Conflict makes me angry, irritable, Intelligent, efficient, perfectionist, Sharp languageReproductive HealthPeri-MenopausalAbout 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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