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Table of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWHigh fiber cleanses the small intestine of toxicity as it leads to bulkier stools and a more satisfying elimination the next morning. The high fiber also reduces cholesterol. Meanwhile, adzuki is slightly diuretic, flushing and cleansing the urinary tract and kidneys of toxic heat. They also assist in clearing blood stagnation and reducing swelling. Beans contain saponins in order to protect themselves from insects. However, these saponins inhibit protein digestion, resulting in stagnation and production of gas in the bowels - a whole lot of discomfort. The good news is that Adzuki beans are less "musical" as compared to other kinds of beans, so you can consume them safely without fear of public embarassment! Individuals who are blessed with a robust digestive system should be able to digest beans without gas formation. ABOUT ADZUKI BEANSBUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING ADZUKI BEANS Browse Recipes
Adzuki beans have a sweet, nutty flavor that makes them a popular ingredient in Asian dessert recipes. A common preparation is to boil Adzuki beans with sugar and mash them into a soft red bean paste, used as a filling in many desserts or pureed with coconut milk in adzuki ice-cream. Adzuki beans may also be fermented or sprouted for more savory preparations, and are often paired with seaweed (kombu) and fish in soups. The powder may be mixed into sticky rice preparations garnished with black sesame seeds. Learn about the health benefits of adzuki beans for FREEYou'll receive free access to our entire website including healthy recipes, nutritional diet plans, medicinal uses of ingredients, & ayurvedic health tips. Sign in once and you can use our website indefinitely..WHY EAT AN AYURVEDIC DIET?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. An Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body type and the specific imbalances you are working with at any given time. Ayurveda shows you your specific body type’s needs and what should be favored in your Ayurvedic menu. Watch as you eat less but feel more satisfied because what you are eating truly nourishes you. Since Ayurveda believes all disease begins in the digestive tract, food is your first medicine. By eating a healthy diet that’s ideal for your body, you experience optimal health.Are Adzuki Beans Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/4 c SPECIES: Vigna angularis FAMILY:
Fabaceae AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSWhat is the biocharacteristic theory of medicine?
MEDICINAL PROPERTIES Experiences are Personal
Experiences vary according to the person and constitution. Individual results may vary.
The list of herbal-actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Here are the herbal actions of Adzuki Beans: STRONG HIGH-FIBER-LAXATIVE A class of laxative that adds bulk and water to stools. The size of a stool stimulates peristalsis and the stool passes more easily through the colon. It is important to drink plenty of water when using high fiber laxatives, as they can be dehydrating. CONSTIPATIVEAn herb that binds stools / stops diarrhea. When used in excess, these herbs and foods can cause constipation.SATISFIES-STOMACHProvides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach.NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.BLOOD-TONICAn herb that produces more blood cells in the body, or otherwise improves blood cell quality or hemoglobin content. Helpful for anemia and other types of deficiency.STYPTICA herb that contracts tissue or blood vessels. Generally styptics are astringent. They are often used topically as a hemostatic to stop bleeding, or to reduce secretions.DRIES-MOUTHMakes the mouth feel dry, or pasty.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.MUSCLE-TONICHerbs that strengthen and tone muscle tissue. Helpful for people recovering from long term illness and debility, or after a sprain.INOSITOLInositol is an alcohol sugar made naturally in the human body from glucose. It is lipotropic (aiding fat metabilism in the liver). It affects a variety of hormones, neurotransmitters, steroid, growth factors and water.IRONIron is necessary for the transport of oxygen in red blood cells.PHYTATESPhytates prevent absorption of nutrients. They are commonly found in all seeds, including nuts, grains, and beans. Sprouting greatly reduces phytate content, as well as long, slow cooking with vinegar.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Adzuki Beans with these FoodsSorghum Flour Sorghum Flour has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Nutritive, Blood-tonic, Dries-mouth, Satisfies-stomach, Constipative, High-fiber-laxativeAmaranth Amaranth has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Nutritive, High-fiber-laxative, Satisfies-stomach, Blood-tonic, Muscle-tonicPopped Amaranth Popped Amaranth has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Satisfies-stomach, Blood-tonic, Muscle-tonic, Diuretic, NutritiveJackfruit Jackfruit has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Muscle-tonic, Dries-mouth, Nutritive, High-fiber-laxative, Satisfies-stomachYellow Lentil (Toor Dal) Yellow Lentil (Toor Dal) has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Satisfies-stomach, High-fiber-laxative, Styptic, NutritiveChick Pea (Garbanzo) Chick Pea (Garbanzo) has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Styptic, Nutritive, Constipative, Satisfies-stomachRed Lentils (Masoor Dal) Red Lentils (Masoor Dal) has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Styptic, Nutritive, Constipative, Satisfies-stomachFava Beans Fava Beans has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Satisfies-stomach, High-fiber-laxative, Styptic, NutritiveButter Bean Butter Bean has these Actions in CommonStyptic, Nutritive, Constipative, Satisfies-stomach, High-fiber-laxativeBlack Beans Black Beans has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Constipative, Satisfies-stomach, High-fiber-laxative, StypticCompare Adzuki Beans with these Herb SupplementsVidari Vidari has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Muscle-tonic, Nutritive, ConstipativeAshwagandha Ashwagandha has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Blood-tonic, Diuretic, Muscle-tonicHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonBlood-tonic, Constipative, Diuretic, Dries-mouthAgrimony Agrimony has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Diuretic, StypticAshoka Ashoka has these Actions in CommonStyptic, Constipative, DiureticOats, Fresh Milky Seed Oats, Fresh Milky Seed has these Actions in CommonBlood-tonic, Muscle-tonic, NutritiveSaw Palmetto Saw Palmetto has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Muscle-tonic, NutritiveArjuna Arjuna has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Diuretic, StypticAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonBlood-tonic, Nutritive, StypticBlack Walnut Black Walnut has these Actions in CommonDries-mouth, StypticRaspberry Leaf Tea Raspberry Leaf Tea has these Actions in CommonConstipative, StypticAdzuki Beans Research & Clinical TrialsTEMPERATURE/CIRCULATIONHow did Adzuki Beans affect your temperature?
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TOXINSHow did Adzuki Beans affect the amount of gas & bloating?
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Tongue: How did Adzuki Beans affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?
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HYDRATIONHow did Adzuki Beans affect your urine frequency/quantity?
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NERVOUS-SYSTEMHow did Adzuki Beans affect your energy levels?
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DIGESTIONHow did Adzuki Beans affect your appetite/hunger?
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TONGUETongue: How did Adzuki Beans affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?
How did Adzuki Beans affect the color of your tongue body?
How did Adzuki Beans affect the stillness of your tongue?
How did Adzuki Beans affect the color of your tongue coating?
How did Adzuki Beans affect the cracks on your tongue?
STOOLHow did Adzuki Beans affect your stool frequency/quantity?
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URINEHow did Adzuki Beans affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?
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SWEATHow did Adzuki Beans affect your sweat smell?
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SYSTEMICHow did Adzuki Beans affect your temperature?
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HEALTH & WELLNESS PRACTITIONERS!(Not you? Keep scrolling!) HOW DOES EATING AYURVEDICALLY MAKE YOU FEEL?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. Food digests with ease when right for your body type (dosha). Healthy digestion is seen as the cornerstone of well-being in Ayurveda. Healthy digestion generally prevents illness. If you do get sick, a strong digestive fire reduces the severity of illness and increases your resilience. It also improves your mood. Once you begin eating Ayurvedically, you will feel refreshed, vital and strong.View Other Ingredients for SpringAdzuki Beans is recommended for Spring. Check out these other Spring foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Adzuki Beans'Do you like 'adzuki beans'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'adzuki beans'? (5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 382 likes Sign in to review this food
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSAdzuki Beans may be beneficial for these symptoms. The suitability of any food for a condition is highly dependent on the individual. Please see your doctor before using this food to treat a medical condition.Heart, Blood & CirculationAnemia ,  How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Blood light in color , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Edema , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Feet or Ankles Swelling , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Iron deficiency , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Water Retention How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bowel, Poop EliminationDiarrhea , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Mucus on stool , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Rabbit pellet / Hard lumpy stool How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DietVegetarian How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. 
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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