Warms-chest Foods & Herbs List: An Ayurveda Perspective
Warms-chest Recipes Warms-chest Ingredients Warms-chest Herbs & Supplements AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON WARMS-CHESTWarms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING RESPIRATORY-HEALTHINGREDIENTS WITH WARMS-CHEST QUALITY
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Reduces Sorghum MolassesAlcohol, Allspice, Beef, Cayenne Pepper, Celery Root, Cinnamon, Cloves, Crystallized Ginger, Daikon Radish, Egg Yolk, Garlic (raw), Ginger (Dried), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses, Turmeric, Wasabi
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Alcohol, Cayenne Pepper, Celery Root, Cinnamon, Cloves, Crystallized Ginger, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Ginger (Dried), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw), Wasabi
DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.Alcohol, Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Cloves, Crystallized Ginger, Garlic (raw), Ginger (Dried), Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (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.Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Cinnamon, Cloves, Crystallized Ginger, Daikon Radish, Ginger (Dried), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Wasabi
CARDIAC-STIMULANTHerbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Cinnamon, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw)
DECONGESTANTAn herb that reduces mucus production often by restricting blood flow to mucus membranes.Cayenne Pepper, Cinnamon, Cloves, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Scallions (Raw), 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.Alcohol, Allspice, Molasses, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Sorghum Molasses
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Allspice, Cloves, Daikon Radish, Molasses, Mustard Seed, Sorghum Molasses
WARMS-HEADAn herb that increases sensations of heat and warmth in the head.Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Cloves, Mustard Seed, Rosemary
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Allspice, Daikon Radish, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Scallions (Raw)
CLEARS-SINUSESCleanses sinuses by draining excess mucus, allowing for clear, easy breathing.Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Mustard Seed, Rosemary
BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma.Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Daikon Radish, Turmeric
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Alcohol, Allspice, Beef, Cayenne Pepper, Celery Root, Cinnamon, Cloves, Crystallized Ginger, Daikon Radish, Egg Yolk, Garlic (raw), Ginger (Dried), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses, Turmeric, Wasabi
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Celery Root, Crystallized Ginger, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Ginger (Dried), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Sorghum Molasses, Turmeric, Wasabi
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Alcohol, Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Celery Root, Cloves, Crystallized Ginger, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Ginger (Dried), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw), Turmeric, Wasabi
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Celery Root, Cinnamon, Crystallized Ginger, Ginger (Dried), Horseradish, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Turmeric, Wasabi
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Alcohol, Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Celery Root, Cinnamon, Cloves, Crystallized Ginger, Ginger (Dried), Horseradish, Mustard Seed, Wasabi
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Alcohol, Celery Root, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Greens, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw), Turmeric, Wasabi
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Celery Root, Crystallized Ginger, Daikon Radish, Ginger (Dried), Turmeric
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Beef, Cinnamon
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Beef, Egg Yolk
DIFFICULTDifficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.Beef, Egg Yolk
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.Alcohol
TOXICA substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.Allspice, Cayenne Pepper, Celery Root, Cinnamon, Cloves, Crystallized Ginger, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Ginger (Dried), Horseradish, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw), Wasabi
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Allspice, Celery Root, Cloves, Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses, Turmeric, Wasabi
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Allspice, Cloves, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Molasses, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses, Wasabi
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Allspice, Celery Root, Cinnamon, Cloves, Garlic (raw), Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw)
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.Beef, Celery Root, Cinnamon, Egg Yolk, Molasses, Scallions (Raw), Sorghum Molasses
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Allspice, Cinnamon, Cloves, Rosemary
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Celery Root, Daikon 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.Rosemary
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Scallions (Raw)
CRUNCHYMakes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.Garlic (raw)
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Egg Yolk
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Respiratory HealthCayenne Pepper, Cinnamon, Daikon Radish, Garlic (raw), Horseradish, Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw), Turmeric, WasabiHeart Circulation BloodCinnamon, Garlic (raw), Mustard Greens, Mustard Seed, Rosemary, Scallions (Raw), TurmericMustard Seed
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH WARMS-CHEST QUALITY
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Reduces Inhale SteamReduces Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink, Wild GingerIncompleteEucalyptus Essential OilEpsom Salt Bath, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink, Osha, Wild Ginger
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.Epsom Salt Bath, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink, Osha, Wild Ginger
DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Osha
DECONGESTANTAn herb that reduces mucus production often by restricting blood flow to mucus membranes.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink, Osha
BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink, Wild Ginger
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.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink, Wild Ginger
ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Wild Ginger
CARDIAC-STIMULANTHerbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam
WARMS-HEADAn herb that increases sensations of heat and warmth in the head.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Inhale Steam, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower
MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam
CLEARS-SINUSESCleanses sinuses by draining excess mucus, allowing for clear, easy breathing.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Osha, Wild Ginger
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink, Osha, Wild Ginger
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Osha, Wild Ginger
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Osha, Wild Ginger
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Epsom Salt Bath, Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Osha, Wild Ginger
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Osha, Wild Ginger
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Wild Ginger
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Eucalyptus Essential Oil
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink, Osha, Wild Ginger
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Inhale Steam, Wild Ginger
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.Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink
BITTERBitter is disagreeable and stimulates rejection. It is a strong taste often associated with black coffee, dark chocolate, and most salad greens.Osha
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru)
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Respiratory HealthDeodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Epsom Salt Bath, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Hot Bath, Hot Shower, Inhale Steam, Kanakasava- Breathe Alive Tonic Drink, Osha, Wild GingerAbout 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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