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Reported by John Immel Asheville, NC
Browse Recipes

AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON WARMS-EARS

Stimulates peripheral circulation to warm extremities, including the ears.

INGREDIENTS WITH WARMS-EARS QUALITY

View By: Dosha Herbal Action Biocharacteristics (energetics) Taste System Meal Season

Aggravates
Peanut Butter
Peanuts
Reduces
Beef
Lamb
Molasses
Aggravates
Parsnip
Reduces
Shrimp
Sorghum Molasses
Reduces
Basil
Cloves
Crystallized Ginger
Ginger (Dried)
Mustard
Mustard Oil
Mustard Powder
Mustard Seed

Fire
FIRE
Resembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.
SEE ALL 'FIRE' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Beef , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Lamb , Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Oil , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Parsnip , Peanut Butter , Peanuts , Shrimp , Sorghum Molasses

Rajasic
RAJASIC
Rajasic 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.
SEE ALL 'RAJASIC' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Oil , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Parsnip , Peanut Butter , Peanuts , Shrimp , Sorghum Molasses

Brown

Beef , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Lamb , Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Peanut Butter , Peanuts , Sorghum Molasses

Warms Abdomen
WARMS-ABDOMEN
Warms the muscles and organs of the abdomen, stimulating digestion and metabolism.
SEE ALL 'WARMS-ABDOMEN' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Cloves , Lamb , Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Parsnip , Shrimp , Sorghum Molasses

Spleen Tonic
SPLEEN-TONIC
An herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.
SEE ALL 'SPLEEN-TONIC' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Sorghum Molasses

Warms Chest
WARMS-CHEST
Warms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.
SEE ALL 'WARMS-CHEST' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Sorghum Molasses

Vasodilator
VASODILATOR
A 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.
SEE ALL 'VASODILATOR' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Oil , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Diaphoretic
DIAPHORETIC
An herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.
SEE ALL 'DIAPHORETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Parsnip

Alkalizing
ALKALIZING
An herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.
SEE ALL 'ALKALIZING' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Parsnip

Nutritive
NUTRITIVE
An herb that is strengthening and nourishing.
SEE ALL 'NUTRITIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Lamb , Molasses , Mustard Oil , Peanut Butter , Peanuts , Shrimp , Sorghum Molasses

Warms Head
WARMS-HEAD
An herb that increases sensations of heat and warmth in the head.
SEE ALL 'WARMS-HEAD' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Sorghum Molasses

Stimulates Energy
STIMULATES-ENERGY
This category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.
SEE ALL 'STIMULATES-ENERGY' FOODS / HERBS

Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Sorghum Molasses

Rubefacient
RUBEFACIENT
An herb used topically that causes dilation of the capillaries and an increase in blood circulation. The skin will appear red or flushed.
SEE ALL 'RUBEFACIENT' FOODS / HERBS

Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Oil , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Burns Toxins
BURNS-TOXINS
An herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.
SEE ALL 'BURNS-TOXINS' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Cardiac Stimulant
CARDIAC-STIMULANT
Herbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.
SEE ALL 'CARDIAC-STIMULANT' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Dispel Cold Tonify Yang
DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG
Herbs that revitalizing by warming and stimulating, typically stimulating arterial circulation.
SEE ALL 'DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Antispasmodic
ANTISPASMODIC
Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, heart palpitations, migraine, or IBS.
SEE ALL 'ANTISPASMODIC' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Expectorant
EXPECTORANT
Expectorants 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.
SEE ALL 'EXPECTORANT' FOODS / HERBS

Cloves , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Emmenagogue
EMMENAGOGUE
Herbs which stimulate menstruation. Emmenagogues are used for scanty menstruation, to relieve menstrual pain, and improve blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus.
SEE ALL 'EMMENAGOGUE' FOODS / HERBS

Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Appetizer
APPETIZER
Herbs that cleanse the palate & stimulate hunger or desire to eat.
SEE ALL 'APPETIZER' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried)

Immune Calming
IMMUNE-CALMING
Herbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.
SEE ALL 'IMMUNE-CALMING' FOODS / HERBS

Basil

Hot
HOT
Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.
SEE ALL 'HOT' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Beef , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Lamb , Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Oil , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Parsnip , Peanut Butter , Peanuts , Shrimp , Sorghum Molasses

Mobile
MOBILE
Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.
SEE ALL 'MOBILE' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Sorghum Molasses

Clear
CLEAR
Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.
SEE ALL 'CLEAR' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Parsnip

Easy
EASY
Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.
SEE ALL 'EASY' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Light
LIGHT
Lightness is identified by reduced weight.
SEE ALL 'LIGHT' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Heavy
HEAVY
Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.
SEE ALL 'HEAVY' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Lamb , Mustard Oil , Peanut Butter , Peanuts , Shrimp

Oily
OILY
In 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.
SEE ALL 'OILY' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Mustard Oil , Peanut Butter , Peanuts , Shrimp

Dry
DRY
Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.
SEE ALL 'DRY' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Peanut Butter , Peanuts

Difficult
DIFFICULT
Difficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.
SEE ALL 'DIFFICULT' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Parsnip , Peanut Butter , Peanuts

Liquefied
LIQUEFIED
Substances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.
SEE ALL 'LIQUEFIED' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Parsnip

Toxic
TOXIC
A substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.
SEE ALL 'TOXIC' FOODS / HERBS

Peanut Butter , Peanuts

Gooey
GOOEY
Gooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.
SEE ALL 'GOOEY' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Shrimp

Bitter
BITTER
Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes and is laxative, and drying.
SEE ALL 'BITTER' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Parsnip , Sorghum Molasses

Pungent
PUNGENT
Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.
SEE ALL 'PUNGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Mustard , Mustard Oil , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Acrid
ACRID
Acrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.
SEE ALL 'ACRID' FOODS / HERBS

Cloves , Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Sorghum Molasses

Sweet
SWEET
Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
SEE ALL 'SWEET' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Lamb , Molasses , Parsnip , Shrimp , Sorghum Molasses

Aromatic
AROMATIC
Herbs 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.
SEE ALL 'AROMATIC' FOODS / HERBS

Basil , Cloves , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Sour
SOUR
Sour refers to anything fermented or acidic.
SEE ALL 'SOUR' FOODS / HERBS

Molasses , Sorghum Molasses

Crunchy
CRUNCHY
Makes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.
SEE ALL 'CRUNCHY' FOODS / HERBS

Peanut Butter , Peanuts

Astringent
ASTRINGENT
Astringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.
SEE ALL 'ASTRINGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Cloves

Musky
MUSKY
Have an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.
SEE ALL 'MUSKY' FOODS / HERBS

Lamb

Salty
SALTY
Salty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.
SEE ALL 'SALTY' FOODS / HERBS

Shrimp

Energy Vitality
ENERGY-VITALITY
Includes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.
SEE ALL 'ENERGY-VITALITY' FOODS / HERBS

Beef , Lamb , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Shrimp

Skin Care
SKIN-CARE
Includes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).
SEE ALL 'SKIN-CARE' FOODS / HERBS

Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Autumn Winter

Beef , Cloves , Crystallized Ginger , Ginger (Dried), Lamb , Molasses , Mustard , Mustard Oil , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed , Parsnip , Peanut Butter , Peanuts , Shrimp , Sorghum Molasses

Spring

Basil , Mustard , Mustard Powder , Mustard Seed

Browse Warms-ears Recipes

HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH WARMS-EARS QUALITY

View By: Dosha Herbal Action Biocharacteristics (energetics) Taste System

Reduces
Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru)
Wild Ginger
Reduces
Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Stimulates Energy
STIMULATES-ENERGY
This category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.
SEE ALL 'STIMULATES-ENERGY' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Warms Chest
WARMS-CHEST
Warms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.
SEE ALL 'WARMS-CHEST' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Immune Calming
IMMUNE-CALMING
Herbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.
SEE ALL 'IMMUNE-CALMING' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Antispasmodic
ANTISPASMODIC
Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, heart palpitations, migraine, or IBS.
SEE ALL 'ANTISPASMODIC' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Dispel Cold Tonify Yang
DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG
Herbs that revitalizing by warming and stimulating, typically stimulating arterial circulation.
SEE ALL 'DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Vasodilator
VASODILATOR
A 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.
SEE ALL 'VASODILATOR' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Cardiac Stimulant
CARDIAC-STIMULANT
Herbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.
SEE ALL 'CARDIAC-STIMULANT' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Burns Toxins
BURNS-TOXINS
An herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.
SEE ALL 'BURNS-TOXINS' FOODS / HERBS

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Diaphoretic
DIAPHORETIC
An herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.
SEE ALL 'DIAPHORETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Emmenagogue
EMMENAGOGUE
Herbs which stimulate menstruation. Emmenagogues are used for scanty menstruation, to relieve menstrual pain, and improve blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus.
SEE ALL 'EMMENAGOGUE' FOODS / HERBS

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Expectorant
EXPECTORANT
Expectorants 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.
SEE ALL 'EXPECTORANT' FOODS / HERBS

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Appetizer
APPETIZER
Herbs that cleanse the palate & stimulate hunger or desire to eat.
SEE ALL 'APPETIZER' FOODS / HERBS

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Warms Head
WARMS-HEAD
An herb that increases sensations of heat and warmth in the head.
SEE ALL 'WARMS-HEAD' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Fire
FIRE
Resembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.
SEE ALL 'FIRE' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Wild Ginger

Rajasic
RAJASIC
Rajasic 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.
SEE ALL 'RAJASIC' FOODS / HERBS

Wild Ginger

Rubefacient
RUBEFACIENT
An herb used topically that causes dilation of the capillaries and an increase in blood circulation. The skin will appear red or flushed.
SEE ALL 'RUBEFACIENT' FOODS / HERBS

Wild Ginger

Spleen Tonic
SPLEEN-TONIC
An herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.
SEE ALL 'SPLEEN-TONIC' FOODS / HERBS

Wild Ginger

Light
LIGHT
Lightness is identified by reduced weight.
SEE ALL 'LIGHT' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Clear
CLEAR
Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.
SEE ALL 'CLEAR' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Dry
DRY
Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.
SEE ALL 'DRY' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Hot
HOT
Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.
SEE ALL 'HOT' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Mobile
MOBILE
Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.
SEE ALL 'MOBILE' FOODS / HERBS

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Easy
EASY
Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.
SEE ALL 'EASY' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Wild Ginger

Pungent
PUNGENT
Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.
SEE ALL 'PUNGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Aromatic
AROMATIC
Herbs 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.
SEE ALL 'AROMATIC' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Astringent
ASTRINGENT
Astringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.
SEE ALL 'ASTRINGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Sweet
SWEET
Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
SEE ALL 'SWEET' FOODS / HERBS

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Bitter
BITTER
Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes and is laxative, and drying.
SEE ALL 'BITTER' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru)

Resinous
RESINOUS
Resinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.
SEE ALL 'RESINOUS' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru)

Respiratory Health

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi), Wild Ginger

Energy Vitality
ENERGY-VITALITY
Includes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.
SEE ALL 'ENERGY-VITALITY' FOODS / HERBS

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Immune System

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Mind Stress Sleep

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Heart Circulation Blood

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru), Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Anti Aging
ANTI-AGING
Geriatric 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.
SEE ALL 'ANTI-AGING' FOODS / HERBS

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

OTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING HEART-CIRCULATION-BLOOD

TYPE: EXPERIENCE

Warms-ears Recipes Listed By Strength

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Dandelion Mustard with Garlic & Thyme - Salad Dressing
Spiced Milk & Honey Lung Tonic
Pickled Beets with Cloves
Mashed Potatoes with Cilantro & Mustard
Parsnip Homefries with Chard & Fennel
Apricot & Dill Mustard Dressing
Beef Blood Builder with Molasses, Cloves & Orange Zest
Curried Chickpea with Carrots
Sour Tamarind Chutney
Roast Lamb & Vegetables with Mint Pistachio Cream Sauce
Curried Chick Pea with Collard Greens
Parsnip Fries with Chipotle Mayo
Glogg Swedish Mulled Wine
Papaya Sprinkled with Ginger & Lime
Apple Sauce with Ginger & Ghee
Broiled Grapefruit with Cinnamon
Turkey Sausage with Parsley
Poached Egg with Frisee & Walnuts
Dates Stuffed with Ginger & Almonds
Pistachio Crusted Salmon with Lingonberry Jam
Postpartum Fenugreek Sweet Balls
Tahini Molasses Smoothie with Cinnamon, Coconut & Dates - Anemia Tonic
Spicy Pumpkin Chai
Barbecue Portobello Mushrooms
Wild Persimmon Pudding
Ginger Hazelnut Savory Chocolate Truffle
Cinnamon & Anise Chai Blend
Holiday Spice Blend - Churna
Plantain Yule with Chocolate Chips & Cranberry, Topped with Rosemary Meringue
Instant Pot Kitchari
Oatmeal with Cloves, Cardamom & Maple Syrup
Coconut, Turmeric & Tomato Sambar Soup
Ginger Dal
Cardamom Cherry Pie
Roasted Pumpkin & Radish with Arugula, Cranberries, Coriander & Fresh Tarragon
Green Mangoes & Mustard
Grapefruit with Honey, Ginger & Cardamom
Red Lentil Dal
Stinging Nettles with Hemp Seed, Ginger & Coconut Oil
Asparagus with Mustard & Tarragon
Mung Dal Kitchari (Vata Reducing)
Mustard W/ Artichoke Hearts
Yogurt with Honey & Cinnamon
Coconut Chutney with Mustard Seeds
Banana with Ghee & Cinnamon
Radish & Yogurt Raita
Tamarind Cilantro Pickle
Pistachio Pancakes with Cardamom
Morning Broth with Ghee, Lime, Salt & Spices
Almond Coconut Fudge
Parsnip, Potato & Carrot Soup with Turmeric
Chickpea with Coconut Pesto
Roasted Pears & Raisins
Scalloped Parsnip & Rosemary
Honey & Spice Throat Coat
Shrimp, Plantain & Spinach Soup with Chickpea
Butternut Squash over Coconut Quinoa with Basil
Green Raw Date Balls
Cinnamon Rye Berry Porridge with Prunes
Ginger Glazed Salmon with Dijon Mustard
Sweet Potato with Pumpkin Spice & Mustard Seed
Basil, Beef & Mushroom Congee
Apple Chutney with Indian Spices
Fried Tapioca Patties with Cilantro, Ginger & Peanuts
Mulled Spiced Wine
Potato & Cauliflower with Tomato & Cumin
No Bake Paleo Pumpkin Ginger Cookies
Chai Spice Tea Blend
Shrimp with Seaweed & Nuts Thyroid Tonic
Buckwheat Bran Muffin with Applesauce & Walnuts
Scrambled Tofu with Asparagus & Parsnip
Thai Peanut Sauce
Winter Tea Blend
Star Anise & Cinnamon Black Bean Chili with Molasses & Chipotle
Apple Cider with Spices
Beef with Peas & Potatoes
Mung Dal Kitchari (Kapha Reducing)
Coconut Butter with Ginger, Honey & Raisins
Rosemary Lamb Kofta with Tahini Sauce
Metabolism Boosting Green Tea with Basil & Ginger
Kitchari for the American Kitchen
Red Onion, Tomato & Herb Salad
Green Papaya Salad with Basil & Peanuts
Honey Mustard Radishes
Walnut Butter with Cinnamon, Cloves & Coriander
Tofu Coconut Curry with Asparagus & Basil
Baked peaches with Vanilla, Nutmeg & Cloves
Barley with Basil & Avocado
Raw Squash Fettuccine with Balsamic Nut-cheese
Carrot Ginger Soup with Parsnips & Collard Greens
Ginger Basil Limeade
Lemongrass Milk Chai with Mint
Pumpkin Seed Anti-Parasite Recipe
Sauteed Plantain with Lime & Basil
Mashed Parsnip & Sweet Potatoes
Sesame Seed Treats with Ginger & Ghee
Plantain Cake with Shrimp and Garlic (Gluten Free)
Coconut-Pecan Marmalade
Spaghetti Squash Pasta Primavera with Lemon Zest
Roasted Almonds with Coconut & Raisins
Green Tea Mood Lifter with Sage, Rosemary, Basil & Stevia
Tempeh, Bean Sprouts & Cucumber with Mint Coconut Sauce
Figs with Ginger
Lemon Rice with Cashews, Peas, Ghee & Cumin
Shrimp Coconut Curry with Cilantro & Peanut
Coconut Mint Chutney
No Bake Coconut Tahini Cookies
Sweet Lime Pickle
Summer Squash Arugula Salad
Clove, Cardamom & Sugar Spice Mix

About the Author

John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda. His approach to Ayurveda is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs the Joyful Belly College of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.

John's hobbies & specialties include advanced digestive disorders, medieval Catholic philosophy, & botany. He holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. His wife and family of 7 kids live in Asheville, NC.

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Warms-ears - Foods & Herbs ListCLASSIFICATION OF FOOD, HERBS, & LIFESTYLE

AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON WARMS-EARS

INGREDIENTS WITH WARMS-EARS QUALITY

Aggravates

Reduces

Aggravates

Reduces

Reduces

Fire FIRE Resembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry. SEE ALL 'FIRE' FOODS / HERBS

FIRE

Rajasic RAJASIC Rajasic 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. SEE ALL 'RAJASIC' FOODS / HERBS

RAJASIC

Warms Abdomen WARMS-ABDOMEN Warms the muscles and organs of the abdomen, stimulating digestion and metabolism. SEE ALL 'WARMS-ABDOMEN' FOODS / HERBS

WARMS-ABDOMEN

Spleen Tonic SPLEEN-TONIC An herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues. SEE ALL 'SPLEEN-TONIC' FOODS / HERBS

SPLEEN-TONIC

Warms Chest WARMS-CHEST Warms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent. SEE ALL 'WARMS-CHEST' FOODS / HERBS

WARMS-CHEST

Vasodilator VASODILATOR A 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. SEE ALL 'VASODILATOR' FOODS / HERBS

VASODILATOR

Diaphoretic DIAPHORETIC An herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin. SEE ALL 'DIAPHORETIC' FOODS / HERBS

DIAPHORETIC

Alkalizing ALKALIZING An herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions. SEE ALL 'ALKALIZING' FOODS / HERBS

ALKALIZING

Nutritive NUTRITIVE An herb that is strengthening and nourishing. SEE ALL 'NUTRITIVE' FOODS / HERBS

NUTRITIVE

Warms Head WARMS-HEAD An herb that increases sensations of heat and warmth in the head. SEE ALL 'WARMS-HEAD' FOODS / HERBS

WARMS-HEAD

Stimulates Energy STIMULATES-ENERGY This category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs. SEE ALL 'STIMULATES-ENERGY' FOODS / HERBS

STIMULATES-ENERGY

Rubefacient RUBEFACIENT An herb used topically that causes dilation of the capillaries and an increase in blood circulation. The skin will appear red or flushed. SEE ALL 'RUBEFACIENT' FOODS / HERBS

RUBEFACIENT

Burns Toxins BURNS-TOXINS An herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them. SEE ALL 'BURNS-TOXINS' FOODS / HERBS

BURNS-TOXINS

Cardiac Stimulant CARDIAC-STIMULANT Herbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area. SEE ALL 'CARDIAC-STIMULANT' FOODS / HERBS

CARDIAC-STIMULANT

Dispel Cold Tonify Yang DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG Herbs that revitalizing by warming and stimulating, typically stimulating arterial circulation. SEE ALL 'DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG' FOODS / HERBS

DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG

Antispasmodic ANTISPASMODIC Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, heart palpitations, migraine, or IBS. SEE ALL 'ANTISPASMODIC' FOODS / HERBS

ANTISPASMODIC

Expectorant EXPECTORANT Expectorants 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. SEE ALL 'EXPECTORANT' FOODS / HERBS

EXPECTORANT

Emmenagogue EMMENAGOGUE Herbs which stimulate menstruation. Emmenagogues are used for scanty menstruation, to relieve menstrual pain, and improve blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus. SEE ALL 'EMMENAGOGUE' FOODS / HERBS

EMMENAGOGUE

Appetizer APPETIZER Herbs that cleanse the palate & stimulate hunger or desire to eat. SEE ALL 'APPETIZER' FOODS / HERBS

APPETIZER

Immune Calming IMMUNE-CALMING Herbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions. SEE ALL 'IMMUNE-CALMING' FOODS / HERBS

IMMUNE-CALMING

Hot HOT Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation. SEE ALL 'HOT' FOODS / HERBS

HOT

Mobile MOBILE Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity. SEE ALL 'MOBILE' FOODS / HERBS

MOBILE

Clear CLEAR Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama. SEE ALL 'CLEAR' FOODS / HERBS

CLEAR

Easy EASY Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly. SEE ALL 'EASY' FOODS / HERBS

EASY

Light LIGHT Lightness is identified by reduced weight. SEE ALL 'LIGHT' FOODS / HERBS

LIGHT

Heavy HEAVY Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight. SEE ALL 'HEAVY' FOODS / HERBS

HEAVY

Oily OILY In 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. SEE ALL 'OILY' FOODS / HERBS

OILY

Dry DRY Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis. SEE ALL 'DRY' FOODS / HERBS

DRY

Difficult DIFFICULT Difficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest. SEE ALL 'DIFFICULT' FOODS / HERBS

DIFFICULT

Liquefied LIQUEFIED Substances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs. SEE ALL 'LIQUEFIED' FOODS / HERBS

LIQUEFIED

Toxic TOXIC A substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body. SEE ALL 'TOXIC' FOODS / HERBS

TOXIC

Gooey GOOEY Gooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion. SEE ALL 'GOOEY' FOODS / HERBS

GOOEY

Bitter BITTER Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes and is laxative, and drying. SEE ALL 'BITTER' FOODS / HERBS

BITTER

Pungent PUNGENT Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper. SEE ALL 'PUNGENT' FOODS / HERBS

PUNGENT

Acrid ACRID Acrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee. SEE ALL 'ACRID' FOODS / HERBS

ACRID

Sweet SWEET Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats. SEE ALL 'SWEET' FOODS / HERBS

Fire
FIRE
Resembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.
SEE ALL 'FIRE' FOODS / HERBS

Rajasic
RAJASIC
Rajasic 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.
SEE ALL 'RAJASIC' FOODS / HERBS

Warms Abdomen
WARMS-ABDOMEN
Warms the muscles and organs of the abdomen, stimulating digestion and metabolism.
SEE ALL 'WARMS-ABDOMEN' FOODS / HERBS

Spleen Tonic
SPLEEN-TONIC
An herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.
SEE ALL 'SPLEEN-TONIC' FOODS / HERBS

Warms Chest
WARMS-CHEST
Warms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.
SEE ALL 'WARMS-CHEST' FOODS / HERBS

Vasodilator
VASODILATOR
A 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.
SEE ALL 'VASODILATOR' FOODS / HERBS

Diaphoretic
DIAPHORETIC
An herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.
SEE ALL 'DIAPHORETIC' FOODS / HERBS

Alkalizing
ALKALIZING
An herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.
SEE ALL 'ALKALIZING' FOODS / HERBS

Nutritive
NUTRITIVE
An herb that is strengthening and nourishing.
SEE ALL 'NUTRITIVE' FOODS / HERBS

Warms Head
WARMS-HEAD
An herb that increases sensations of heat and warmth in the head.
SEE ALL 'WARMS-HEAD' FOODS / HERBS

Stimulates Energy
STIMULATES-ENERGY
This category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.
SEE ALL 'STIMULATES-ENERGY' FOODS / HERBS

Rubefacient
RUBEFACIENT
An herb used topically that causes dilation of the capillaries and an increase in blood circulation. The skin will appear red or flushed.
SEE ALL 'RUBEFACIENT' FOODS / HERBS

Burns Toxins
BURNS-TOXINS
An herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.
SEE ALL 'BURNS-TOXINS' FOODS / HERBS

Cardiac Stimulant
CARDIAC-STIMULANT
Herbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.
SEE ALL 'CARDIAC-STIMULANT' FOODS / HERBS

Dispel Cold Tonify Yang
DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG
Herbs that revitalizing by warming and stimulating, typically stimulating arterial circulation.
SEE ALL 'DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG' FOODS / HERBS

Antispasmodic
ANTISPASMODIC
Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, heart palpitations, migraine, or IBS.
SEE ALL 'ANTISPASMODIC' FOODS / HERBS

Expectorant
EXPECTORANT
Expectorants 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.
SEE ALL 'EXPECTORANT' FOODS / HERBS

Emmenagogue
EMMENAGOGUE
Herbs which stimulate menstruation. Emmenagogues are used for scanty menstruation, to relieve menstrual pain, and improve blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus.
SEE ALL 'EMMENAGOGUE' FOODS / HERBS

Appetizer
APPETIZER
Herbs that cleanse the palate & stimulate hunger or desire to eat.
SEE ALL 'APPETIZER' FOODS / HERBS

Immune Calming
IMMUNE-CALMING
Herbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.
SEE ALL 'IMMUNE-CALMING' FOODS / HERBS

Hot
HOT
Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.
SEE ALL 'HOT' FOODS / HERBS

Mobile
MOBILE
Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.
SEE ALL 'MOBILE' FOODS / HERBS

Clear
CLEAR
Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.
SEE ALL 'CLEAR' FOODS / HERBS

Easy
EASY
Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.
SEE ALL 'EASY' FOODS / HERBS

Light
LIGHT
Lightness is identified by reduced weight.
SEE ALL 'LIGHT' FOODS / HERBS

Heavy
HEAVY
Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.
SEE ALL 'HEAVY' FOODS / HERBS

Oily
OILY
In 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.
SEE ALL 'OILY' FOODS / HERBS

Dry
DRY
Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.
SEE ALL 'DRY' FOODS / HERBS

Difficult
DIFFICULT
Difficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.
SEE ALL 'DIFFICULT' FOODS / HERBS

Liquefied
LIQUEFIED
Substances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.
SEE ALL 'LIQUEFIED' FOODS / HERBS

Toxic
TOXIC
A substance that causes toxicity in the body, or that harms the body.
SEE ALL 'TOXIC' FOODS / HERBS

Gooey
GOOEY
Gooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.
SEE ALL 'GOOEY' FOODS / HERBS

Bitter
BITTER
Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes and is laxative, and drying.
SEE ALL 'BITTER' FOODS / HERBS

Pungent
PUNGENT
Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.
SEE ALL 'PUNGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Acrid
ACRID
Acrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.
SEE ALL 'ACRID' FOODS / HERBS

Sweet
SWEET
Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
SEE ALL 'SWEET' FOODS / HERBS

Aromatic
AROMATIC
Herbs 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.
SEE ALL 'AROMATIC' FOODS / HERBS

Sour
SOUR
Sour refers to anything fermented or acidic.
SEE ALL 'SOUR' FOODS / HERBS

Crunchy
CRUNCHY
Makes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.
SEE ALL 'CRUNCHY' FOODS / HERBS

Astringent
ASTRINGENT
Astringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.
SEE ALL 'ASTRINGENT' FOODS / HERBS

Musky
MUSKY
Have an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.
SEE ALL 'MUSKY' FOODS / HERBS

Salty
SALTY
Salty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.
SEE ALL 'SALTY' FOODS / HERBS

Energy Vitality
ENERGY-VITALITY
Includes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.
SEE ALL 'ENERGY-VITALITY' FOODS / HERBS

Skin Care
SKIN-CARE
Includes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).
SEE ALL 'SKIN-CARE' FOODS / HERBS

Stimulates Energy
STIMULATES-ENERGY
This category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.
SEE ALL 'STIMULATES-ENERGY' FOODS / HERBS

Warms Chest
WARMS-CHEST
Warms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.
SEE ALL 'WARMS-CHEST' FOODS / HERBS

Immune Calming
IMMUNE-CALMING
Herbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.
SEE ALL 'IMMUNE-CALMING' FOODS / HERBS

Antispasmodic
ANTISPASMODIC
Herbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, heart palpitations, migraine, or IBS.
SEE ALL 'ANTISPASMODIC' FOODS / HERBS

Dispel Cold Tonify Yang
DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG
Herbs that revitalizing by warming and stimulating, typically stimulating arterial circulation.
SEE ALL 'DISPEL-COLD-TONIFY-YANG' FOODS / HERBS

Vasodilator
VASODILATOR
A 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.
SEE ALL 'VASODILATOR' FOODS / HERBS

Cardiac Stimulant
CARDIAC-STIMULANT
Herbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.
SEE ALL 'CARDIAC-STIMULANT' FOODS / HERBS

Burns Toxins
BURNS-TOXINS
An herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.
SEE ALL 'BURNS-TOXINS' FOODS / HERBS

Diaphoretic
DIAPHORETIC
An herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.
SEE ALL 'DIAPHORETIC' FOODS / HERBS