![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Table of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWToo Tired After Turkey?When you've overdosed on tryptophan (the chemical in turkey that makes you sleepy), the sour tart taste of cranberries refreshes your mind and stimulates your palate with a gush of saliva and juiciness. From saliva to the skin, from your liver to your GI tract, sour taste floods all your glands with juiciness. That makes sour taste a useful aid in protein digestion - and cranberries an indispensable accompaniment to your Thanksgiving meal.Digesting Fats for the HolidaysSour taste increases bile production and purgation from the liver, improving fat digestion and metabolism. Bile functions to emulsify fats in the small intestine, helping your body manage an overload of rich Thanksgiving yumminess. It promotes good cholesterol.Sour Detoxifies the BloodBy flushing bile, sour taste assists the liver in detoxifying the blood. You can experience this detoxification as relaxation and refreshment of the eyes. The eyes are the window to the liver and relax whenever toxic liver heat is released from the body. Cranberry is high in antioxidants which detoxifies free radicals. It is also rich in beta-carotene, a liver restorative and blood alterative.Juicy or Dry?If the roof of your mouth is rough and dry after drinking cranberry juice, you've experienced astringent taste, one of the six fundamental tastes in Ayurveda. Astringent taste tightens and tones tissues. It is cooling and reduces inflammation. However, astringency is also drying, and will aggravate people with persistent dryness.Cranberries are an astringent fruit. Their astringency helps them balance the dampness of their natural habitat: the swampy cranberry bog. Despite the gush of saliva from their sourness, cranberries are a strong diuretic and ultimately dehydrating. They increase urine production and effectively flush the urinary tract. Cranberry is also useful in bladder infection due to antimicrobial phenolic compounds and because it acidifies the urine. Under these conditions, bacteria are unable to attach to the wall of the bladder. Bile and the BowelsBile's oilyness and heat is a digestive lubricant and remedy for constipation that keeps stool soft, encouraging regular elimination of the bowels. Ironically, cranberry is useful for both diarrhea and constipation. It's astringency helps bind stools, and soothes inflammatory heat conditions in the digestive tract.ABOUT CRANBERRYBUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING CRANBERRY![]() Learn about the health benefits of cranberry 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 Cranberry Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1 oz SPECIES: Vaccinium spp. FAMILY:
Ericaceae EAT IN: AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSWhat is the biocharacteristic theory of medicine?
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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 Cranberry: CONSTIPATIVEAn herb that binds stools / stops diarrhea. When used in excess, these herbs and foods can cause constipation.IMPROVES-FOCUSReduces scattered thoughts. Creates a steady mind.ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.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.STRONG ANTIOXIDANT An antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions. STRONG REFRIGERANT An herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions. ALTERATIVERestores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.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.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.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 contain beta-carotene.STRONG CATECHINS Antioxidant that reduces cancer and blood clots, dilates blood vessels, and is antimicrobial. AROMATASE-INHIBITORBlocks estrogen synthesis by inhibiting conversion of progesterone and testosterone into estrogen.FLAVONOIDSFlavonoids are a colorful type of polyphenol. As all polyphenols, they have a strong antioxidant effect. Many flavonoids have an anti-inflammatory, and/or antiallergen effect.POLYPHENOLSPolyphenols are powerful antioxidants seen in many fruits and vegetables. There are more than 8,000 types.RESVERATROLAntioxidant frequently used for anti-aging. Protects airways and blood vessels. Anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic.![]() Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Cranberry with these FoodsCranberry Juice Cranberry Juice has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Blood-tonic, Livotonic, Antimicrobial, Constipative, Styptic, Alterative, AntioxidantBlueberry Blueberry has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Blood-tonic, Refrigerant, Anti-inflammatory, Improves-focus, Antioxidant, LivotonicPomegranate Pomegranate has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Livotonic, Antioxidant, Refrigerant, Alterative, Blood-tonic, StypticWatermelon Watermelon has these Actions in CommonAntioxidant, Livotonic, Blood-tonic, Refrigerant, Alterative, DiureticAcai Acai has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Livotonic, Antioxidant, Refrigerant, Alterative, Improves-focusHibiscus Hibiscus has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Antioxidant, Refrigerant, Constipative, StypticGrape Grape has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Antioxidant, Livotonic, Alterative, Blood-tonicDandelion Leaves Dandelion Leaves has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Antimicrobial, LivotonicBlackberry Blackberry has these Actions in CommonAntioxidant, Livotonic, Blood-tonic, Styptic, Improves-focusCantaloupe / Melons Cantaloupe / Melons has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Refrigerant, Antioxidant, Alterative, LivotonicCompare Cranberry with these Herb SupplementsArjuna Arjuna has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Diuretic, Refrigerant, Styptic, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, AntioxidantAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Blood-tonic, Improves-focus, Refrigerant, StypticYarrow Yarrow has these Actions in CommonStyptic, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Diuretic, LivotonicPunarnava Punarnava has these Actions in CommonBlood-tonic, Diuretic, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, AntioxidantAgrimony Agrimony has these Actions in CommonAnti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Constipative, Diuretic, StypticDandelion Root Dandelion Root has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Livotonic, RefrigerantAshoka Ashoka has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Styptic, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, ConstipativeNeem Leaf Neem Leaf has these Actions in CommonRefrigerant, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, ConstipativeGinkgo Ginkgo has these Actions in CommonAntioxidant, Diuretic, Alterative, Anti-inflammatory, AntimicrobialHaritaki Haritaki has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Diuretic, StypticBhringaraj Bhringaraj has these Actions in CommonAntimicrobial, Blood-tonic, Diuretic, Livotonic, Anti-inflammatoryHEALTH & 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-WinterCranberry is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Cranberry'Do you like 'cranberry'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'cranberry'?213 likes ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSCranberry 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.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. |