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Rosaceae MEAL: EAT IN: FOR OCCASION:  (5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 466 likes SEE ALL REVIEWS & COMMENTSAbout the Author: John Immel, How Can This Ayurvedic Food Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISA spoonful of applesauce on the tongue registers sour, a taste that increases saliva and stimulates the digestive tract. Sour taste also cleanses the liver and cools the blood by drawing bile out of the body into the small intestine, somatically experienced as a softening of the eyes. Malic acid, the constituent responsible for sour taste, has a particular affinity for liver cleansing and support. Apples are also sweet, a taste that nourishes the body and awakens our delight. After we chew and swallow the cooked apple, it descends to the stomach and passes to the small intestine. Although absorption of sweet taste here increases blood sugar, apples have a relatively low glycemic index (38) and calorie count (72). Next, the applesauce moves into the colon. Sour taste continues to warm and stimulate secretions that maintain a moist colon. The high fiber (2.9 grams/cup) bulks up stool for an easy elimination that cleanses the colon. A clean colon and clean blood is a clean bill of health for many of us. Applesauce is a nourishing tri-doshic experience woven into our American cultural fabric and healing history. ABOUT APPLE (COOKED)BUYING & PREPARATIONLearn about the health benefits of Apple (cooked) for FREE
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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. Foods that supplement your specific body type’s needs and digest easily create your 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 Apple (cooked) Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?MEDICINAL QUALITIES
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The list of actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Digestion: Quenches thirst , QUENCHES-THIRSTAn herb or substance that relieves thirst.Warms abdomen WARMS-ABDOMENWarms the muscles and organs of the abdomen, stimulating digestion and metabolism.Cleanse and Detox: Detoxicant DETOXICANTAn herb that eliminates or metabolizes toxins from the body.Energy Vitality Strength: Nutritive NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Liver & Gall Bladder: Cholagogue , CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the release of bile from the gall bladder for improved digestion.Livotonic 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.Mind, Stress & Sleep: Grounding , GROUNDINGEncourages feelings of stability and heaviness. Makes you feel settled, mentally relaxed. Mildly sedates the nervous system to ease stress. Can bring a spacey or anxious person back to earth.Relaxes eyes , RELAXES-EYESEases tension in eye muscles, so the eyes feel less strained, often by supporting the liver.Relieves tension RELIEVES-TENSIONAn herb that releases tightness, constriction, and rigidity in a muscle.Bowel-Poop-Elimination: General Laxative , GENERAL-LAXATIVEPromotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives...High Fiber Laxative , 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 Softener 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.AYURVEDIC PRACTITIONERS!(Not you? Keep scrolling!) Eat Well for Life With Ayurveda: Balance Your DoshaHOW 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-WinterApple (cooked) is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Apple (cooked)'Do you like 'apple (cooked)'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'apple (cooked)'?
Dear Margaret, Yes that will work fine. Cooking the skins may add bitterness to the flavor. Thanks for asking!
Can cooked apples be added to another food type - i.e. having cooked apples with porridge and nuts? I tend to have spiced porridge with cooked apples and nuts in the morning but I'm not sure how well the apples are digesting!
I am Vata-Pitta but currently have mainly Pitta imbalance (low functioning gallbladder and accompanying intestinal gas/bloating). I am following an easy to digest food plan due to my irritated gallbladder (frequent gallbladder attacks/pain). I am starting my mornings with applesauce and I was wondering if it is ok to add a bit of extra virgin olive oil (1/8 tsp) or would you suggest I omit the EVOO? Thank you for creating this website,it has been so helpful and informative. :)
That sounds like a good idea. Why don't you try it for 3 days and see how you feel. Glad you are enjoying the site, thank you for the feedback!
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Poop 3+ bowel movements a day, Alternating Diarrhea / Constipation, Constipation, Diarrhea, Explosive elimination, Less than 1 elimination a day, Rabbit pellet / Hard lumpy stool, Sausage shape stool with cracks on surfaceMind Stress Sleep Anger, irritable, ambitious, analytical, Conflict makes me angry, irritable, Epilepsy, Insomnia, Overwhelmed by responsibilities, Tired in afternoonDigestion Appendicitis, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulosis / Diverticulitis, Hemorrhoids, Indigestion / Upset stomach, Pain left lower abdomen, Ulcerative Colitis, Vomiting BloodDiet Bulimia, past or currentSkin Gray skin/lacking lustreWeight Loss Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, Stomach fatBlood and Circulation Hepatitis (Past/Current), Multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), Sensitive to Alcohol, Sensitivity to bright light, Thalassemia Minor, Yellow eyes / sclera, Yellowish skin
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 exudes a certain ease, which many find enjoyable and insightful. His online course Balance Your Ayurvedic Diet in a Week provides tools for gracefully healing with Ayurveda to thousands. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda , which specializes in digestive tract pathology & Ayurvedic nutrition. John and his wife Natalie recently published Explore Your Hunger: A Guide to Hunger, Appetite & Food.John's interest in Ayurveda and digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, including his 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. |
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