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 Sign in to review this food426 likesHow Can This Ayurvedic Food Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISWhere most tonic create dampness, squashes are unusual in that they are not only hearty, yet also drain excess fluids because of a mild diuretic nature. This dual quality makes them ideal for those trying to lose weight but still struggle with comfort food cravings in autumn. Squashes are high in complex carbohydrates. Their sweetness is thus safe for diabetics. The deep orange color of butternut squashes are signs they are high in carotenes, a precursor to vitamin A. These carotenes, together with butternut squashes sweetness and cooling nature make it an excellent liver tonic. Carotenes also benefit the eyes. BUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING BUTTERNUT SQUASH Browse RecipesLearn about the health benefits of butternut squash 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 Butternut Squash Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1 c SPECIES: Cucurbita moschata FAMILY:
Cucurbitaceae PREPARATION: 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 Butternut Squash: 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.Satisfies stomach , SATISFIES-STOMACHProvides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach.Nutritive , NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Tonic TONICA tonic herb restores function through strengthening tissue. This can happen through a combination of nourishing the tissue, and invigorating tissue metabolism. The tonic should not be withering, as in caffeine.Alterative , ALTERATIVELiterally, an herb that restores the proper function of the body. In practice, alteratives are usually blood cleansers and blood chemistry balancers. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.Opthalmic OPTHALMICBenefits the eyes.Diuretic 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.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. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or has beta-carotene.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Butternut Squash with these FoodsSweet Potato Sweet Potato has these Actions in CommonGrounding, Opthalmic, Livotonic, Satisfies-stomach, Alterative, NutritiveCarrot Carrot has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Opthalmic, Livotonic, Tonic, Alterative, NutritiveDates (dried) Dates (dried) has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Nutritive, Diuretic, Opthalmic, Livotonic, TonicHoney Dew Honey Dew has these Actions in CommonLivotonic, Satisfies-stomach, Nutritive, Tonic, Diuretic, OpthalmicGrape Grape has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Nutritive, Diuretic, Opthalmic, Livotonic, TonicBeets Beets has these Actions in CommonGrounding, Opthalmic, Livotonic, Satisfies-stomach, Alterative, NutritiveTempeh Tempeh has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Satisfies-stomach, Grounding, Tonic, NutritivePumpkin Pumpkin has these Actions in CommonSatisfies-stomach, Livotonic, Alterative, Nutritive, GroundingBeef Beef has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Grounding, Satisfies-stomach, Livotonic, TonicHemp Seed Hemp Seed has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Diuretic, Satisfies-stomach, Grounding, TonicCompare Butternut Squash with these ProductsGokshura Gokshura has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Diuretic, Grounding, Nutritive, TonicAshwagandha Ashwagandha has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Tonic, Alterative, Diuretic, GroundingPunarnava Punarnava has these Actions in CommonTonic, Alterative, Diuretic, GroundingAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Nutritive, Opthalmic, TonicBringrajasava- Hair Tonic Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Livotonic, TonicLicorice Ghee (9oz) Licorice Ghee (9oz) has these Actions in CommonLivotonic, Nutritive, TonicMahasudarshan Mahasudarshan has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Diuretic, LivotonicGuduchi Guduchi has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Diuretic, LivotonicVidari Vidari has these Actions in CommonTonic, Grounding, NutritiveBhumyamalaki Bhumyamalaki has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Diuretic, LivotonicAnantamul Anantamul has these Actions in CommonTonic, Alterative, DiureticHEALTH & 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-WinterButternut Squash is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Butternut Squash'Do you like 'butternut squash'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'butternut squash'?426 likes Sign in to review this food
I do the same with acorn squash, comes out wonderful and no risk loosing a hand( sprinkle with cinnamon and ghee ya ya ya ya Ya yum 5 stars
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSButternut Squash 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. Blurry Vision , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Diabetes (Adult Onset Type II) , 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. Liver Sore , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Puffy under eyes / Bags , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Thalassemia Minor , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Yellow eyes / sclera How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Mind, Stress & SleepAnger, irritable, ambitious, analytical , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Conflict makes me angry, irritable How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DietBulimia, past or current 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 EliminationFrothy Stool / with Bubbles , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool entirely liquid, no solid pieces , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool in mushy pieces mixed with liquid , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool thick mud How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Weight LossLaxatives to lose weight , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Purging Food How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Skin CarePsoriasis How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DigestionVomiting Blood 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. His approach to Ayurveda exudes a certain ease, which many find enjoyable and insightful. 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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