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 Sign in to review this food182 likesTable of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWABOUT CARAWAY SEEDSLearn about the health benefits of caraway seeds 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 Caraway Seeds Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/8 tsp SPECIES: Carum carvi FAMILY:
Apiaceae AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSSee a complete list of all biocharacteristics.
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 Caraway Seeds: CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward. Carminatives typically expel gas by relaxing the muscles of the intestines.STOMACHICAn herb that increases appetite or settles a nauseas or nervous stomach. These generally increase the digestive fire, therefore relieving symptoms of sluggish or difficult digestion.DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.SPLEEN-TONICAn herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.BURNS-TOXINSAn herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests or dislodges toxins from the body and the lymphatic, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.ANTITUSSIVECough suppressant, particularly for dry coughs or a tickle in your throat.BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma.LUNG-TONICStrengthens the lungs. Lung tonics include antifibrotic, vessel tonic, or nourishing herbs with an affinity for the lungs. They aid recovery in acute or chronic lung conditions.ANTIMICROBIALAn agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.ANTIRHEUMATICAntirheumatic herbs help to ease and prevent arthritis and rheumatism. Many are also anti-inflammatory, analgesic, detoxicants and blood thinners. Antirheumatic herbs deal with problems involving the painful, stiff, swollen joints, and fatigue.IMMUNE-CALMINGHerbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.CARDIAC-STIMULANTHerbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.VASODILATORA 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.ANTIARTHRITICHerbs that ease arthritic pain and promote joint health.ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.
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Compare Caraway Seeds with these FoodsMustard Seed Mustard Seed has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Spleen-tonic, Analgesic, Antirheumatic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Antiarthritic, Antispasmodic, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, BronchodilatorRosemary Rosemary has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Cardiac-stimulant, Immune-calming, Stomachic, Analgesic, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Vasodilator, Antimicrobial, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Stimulates-energyFennel Seeds Fennel Seeds has these Actions in CommonCardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Antitussive, Carminative, Immune-calming, Stimulates-energy, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Lung-tonic, Stomachic, AntispasmodicGinger (Fresh) Ginger (Fresh) has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Vasodilator, Antiarthritic, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Lung-tonic, StomachicAllspice Allspice has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Antiarthritic, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Stomachic, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Spleen-tonic, VasodilatorThyme (fresh) Thyme (fresh) has these Actions in CommonVasodilator, Bronchodilator, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Antimicrobial, Burns-toxins, Immune-calming, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Lung-tonicMint Mint has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Vasodilator, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Analgesic, Carminative, Immune-calming, StomachicTurmeric Turmeric has these Actions in CommonAntimicrobial, Carminative, Immune-calming, Analgesic, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Antiarthritic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, VasodilatorHing (Asafoetida) Hing (Asafoetida) has these Actions in CommonAntitussive, Carminative, Spleen-tonic, Analgesic, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Burns-toxins, DigestiveCardamom Cardamom has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Lung-tonic, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonicCompare Caraway Seeds with these Herb SupplementsWild Ginger Wild Ginger has these Actions in CommonImmune-calming, Analgesic, Spleen-tonic, Antispasmodic, Stimulates-energy, Burns-toxins, Vasodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, Carminative, Detoxicant, DigestiveHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonImmune-calming, Lung-tonic, Antimicrobial, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Stomachic, Bronchodilator, Vasodilator, Burns-toxins, Cardiac-stimulant, DetoxicantDeodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) has these Actions in CommonBronchodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, Carminative, Digestive, Immune-calming, Analgesic, Stimulates-energy, Antiarthritic, Vasodilator, AntispasmodicPunarnava Punarnava has these Actions in CommonLung-tonic, Stimulates-energy, Antimicrobial, Vasodilator, Antispasmodic, Antitussive, Bronchodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, DigestiveAngelica Angelica has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Bronchodilator, Digestive, Immune-calming, Lung-tonic, Stimulates-energy, Stomachic, VasodilatorYarrow Yarrow has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antimicrobial, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Detoxicant, Immune-calming, Stomachic, VasodilatorDong Quai Dong Quai has these Actions in CommonVasodilator, Analgesic, Antispasmodic, Bronchodilator, Carminative, Digestive, Immune-calming, Stimulates-energyTrikatu Trikatu has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Digestive, Vasodilator, Bronchodilator, Burns-toxins, Cardiac-stimulant, CarminativeElecampane Elecampane has these Actions in CommonBronchodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Lung-tonic, Stimulates-energy, Analgesic, AntitussivePippali Pippali has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Cardiac-stimulant, Detoxicant, Digestive, Immune-calming, VasodilatorYogaraj Guggulu Yogaraj Guggulu has these Actions in CommonVasodilator, Antiarthritic, Antispasmodic, Burns-toxins, Carminative, DetoxicantHEALTH & 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 SpringCaraway Seeds is recommended for Spring. Check out these other Spring foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Caraway Seeds'Do you like 'caraway seeds'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'caraway seeds'?182 likes Sign in to review this food
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSCaraway Seeds 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.DigestionAcid Reflux ,  How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bloating / distension , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Frequent Burping , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Frequent Nausea , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Gas, irregular digestion , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Indigestion / Upset stomach , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Irregular/small appetite , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Large portions , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Slow, heavy digestion , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Tired after eating , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Tooth ache , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Vomiting How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Respiratory Health, Lung & SinusAsthma , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Chronic cough 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 & SleepDifficulty waking up , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Excessive sleep , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Migraines , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Sleep deep & long, trouble waking up , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Sleep during the day , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Tired in morning 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 EliminationMucus 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. Undigested food in 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. Bones, Muscles & TendonsRheumatoid Arthritis 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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