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Table of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWStrength & Energy Building TonicLong before the agricultural revolution, humans feasted off nuts. This ancestral food is still one of the best ways to strengthen your body. Warm and creamy almonds contain more protein per serving than any other nut (20% by weight). That makes them an important protein source for vegetarians and those wishing to build muscle mass. Their calcium and magnesium content supports smooth muscle function, including the heart. Their rich nutritional profile makes both serves as a blood tonic for anemia and to nourish the bones. (read more about Almonds here)
Unless you pay careful attention, it is nearly impossible to thoroughly chew most nuts. Almond butter is easier to digest than almonds because it is already ground, in a sense pre-chewed. COOKING ALMOND BUTTER Browse RecipesLearn about the health benefits of almond butter 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.Is Almond Butter Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1 tbsp SPECIES: Prunus dulcis FAMILY:
Rosaceae EAT IN: 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 Almond Butter: GENERAL-LAXATIVEPromotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives...HIGH-FIBER-LAXATIVEA 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.STOOL-SOFTENERAn herb that softens stool that is hard and difficult to pass. They are the safest and most gentle type of laxative. Some foods are even stool softeners, such as warm milk with ghee.BUILDS-STAMINAPromotes strength, endurance and resistance in the body. Rebuilds weak tissues after a time of depletion.SATISFIES-STOMACHProvides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach.NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Almond Butter with these FoodsOats / Oatmeal Oats / Oatmeal has these Actions in CommonSatisfies-stomach, High-fiber-laxative, Builds-stamina, Nutritive, General-laxativeAlmonds Almonds has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Builds-stamina, Nutritive, General-laxative, Satisfies-stomachApricot (dried) Apricot (dried) has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Nutritive, General-laxative, Stool-softenerSweet Peas Sweet Peas has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Satisfies-stomach, High-fiber-laxative, NutritivePinto Beans Pinto Beans has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Nutritive, General-laxative, Satisfies-stomachWhite Navy Bean White Navy Bean has these Actions in CommonNutritive, General-laxative, Satisfies-stomach, High-fiber-laxativeFava Beans Fava Beans has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Satisfies-stomach, High-fiber-laxative, NutritiveBlack Beans Black Beans has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Satisfies-stomach, High-fiber-laxative, NutritiveKidney Beans Kidney Beans has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Nutritive, General-laxative, Satisfies-stomachPeaches Peaches has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Nutritive, General-laxative, Stool-softenerCompare Almond Butter with these Herb SupplementsHow to Do a Home Enema Guidebook How to Do a Home Enema Guidebook has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Stool-softener, General-laxativeCleaning the Colon: Safe Enema at Home Cleaning the Colon: Safe Enema at Home has these Actions in CommonStool-softener, General-laxative, High-fiber-laxativePsyllium Seed Fiber Supplement Psyllium Seed Fiber Supplement has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, High-fiber-laxative, Stool-softenerChyavanprash Nutritive Jam Chyavanprash Nutritive Jam has these Actions in CommonStool-softener, General-laxative, NutritiveAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Nutritive, Stool-softenerAbhayrishta- Colon Tonic Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Stool-softenerSafed Musali Safed Musali has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Stool-softenerTriphala Guggulu Triphala Guggulu has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Stool-softenerMaca Maca has these Actions in CommonBuilds-stamina, NutritiveAlmond Oil Almond Oil has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, NutritiveTriphala Triphala has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Stool-softenerHEALTH & 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 Autumn-WinterAlmond Butter is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Almond Butter'Do you like 'almond butter'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'almond butter'? (5.00 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 654 likes Sign in to review this food
Dear Carol, Nearly all nuts aggravate Kapha because they are rich and very nourishing. So as far as nuts go, probably the best for Kapha is walnuts. Almonds aren't the best choice, but they are okay. -John
I'm Vata. what is the amount of almond and peanut butter do you recommend I should eat in a day or week?
It depends. Do you digest almond butter well? If so, you could eat it 3 or 4 times a week. If you don't digest it well, then we don't recommend having it as often.
Is almond butter more heating than Almonds or less? Is it pitta aggregating for someone who is trying to reduce heat quality in the body?
Is almond butter more heating than Almonds or less? Is it pitta aggregating for someone who is trying to reduce heat quality in the body?
Almonds with the skins are more heating than peeled almonds. Almond butter usually contains almonds with the skin.
Peeled almonds are considered less heating than almonds with the skins.
Dear Carol, Nearly all nuts aggravate Kapha because they are rich and very nourishing. So as far as nuts go, probably the best for Kapha is walnuts. Almonds aren't the best choice, but they are okay. -John
I'm Vata. what is the amount of almond and peanut butter do you recommend I should eat in a day or week?
It depends. Do you digest almond butter well? If so, you could eat it 3 or 4 times a week. If you don't digest it well, then we don't recommend having it as often.
Is almond butter more heating than Almonds or less? Is it pitta aggregating for someone who is trying to reduce heat quality in the body?
Is almond butter more heating than Almonds or less? Is it pitta aggregating for someone who is trying to reduce heat quality in the body?
Almonds with the skins are more heating than peeled almonds. Almond butter usually contains almonds with the skin.
Peeled almonds are considered less heating than almonds with the skins.
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSAlmond Butter 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.Weight LossLose weight easily ,  How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Recent weight loss How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bones, Muscles & TendonsThin, lanky, slim with thin muscles 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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