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How Can This Ayurvedic Food Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISCOOKING FLAX SEED Browse RecipesIt's important to note that when eaten whole, the flax seeds will pass whole right into your stool, and you will not receive their benefit. Also, flax oxidizes quickly once it is ground (goes rancid) so it is best to grind your flax seeds in a coffee grinder right before use. Learn about the health benefits of flax seed 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 Flax Seed Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/4 tsp SPECIES: Linum usitatissimum FAMILY:
Linaceae 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 Flax Seed: APPETITE-SUPPRESSANTSuppresses hunger without causing weight gain.STRONG HIGH-FIBER-LAXATIVE A 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. GENERAL-LAXATIVEPromotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives...NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.STRONG DEMULCENT Herbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane. IMMUNE-CALMINGHerbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.ESTROGENICIncreases estrogen, helpful in menopause. Estrogen is anabolic and increases muscle growth, bone density, and moisture.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Flax Seed with these FoodsOats / Oatmeal Oats / Oatmeal has these Actions in CommonAppetite-suppressant, High-fiber-laxative, Demulcent, Nutritive, General-laxativeCassava Root / Yuca Cassava Root / Yuca has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, High-fiber-laxative, Demulcent, NutritiveSweet Peas Sweet Peas has these Actions in CommonNutritive, General-laxative, High-fiber-laxative, Appetite-suppressantPrunes (dried) Prunes (dried) has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, Nutritive, General-laxativeButter Bean Butter Bean has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, Nutritive, General-laxativeWhite Navy Bean White Navy Bean has these Actions in CommonAppetite-suppressant, Nutritive, General-laxative, High-fiber-laxativeFava Beans Fava Beans has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, High-fiber-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, NutritiveBlack Beans Black Beans has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, High-fiber-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, NutritivePinto Beans Pinto Beans has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, High-fiber-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, NutritiveKidney Beans Kidney Beans has these Actions in CommonHigh-fiber-laxative, Appetite-suppressant, Nutritive, General-laxativeCompare Flax Seed with these Herb SupplementsLicorice Root (Yastimadhu) Licorice Root (Yastimadhu) has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Demulcent, Estrogenic, Immune-calmingPsyllium Seed Fiber Supplement Psyllium Seed Fiber Supplement has these Actions in CommonDemulcent, General-laxative, High-fiber-laxativeRed Clover Red Clover has these Actions in CommonDemulcent, Estrogenic, NutritiveShatavari Shatavari has these Actions in CommonDemulcent, Estrogenic, NutritiveLicorice Ghee (9oz) Licorice Ghee (9oz) has these Actions in CommonEstrogenic, Immune-calming, NutritiveMaca Maca has these Actions in CommonEstrogenic, NutritiveColtsfoot Coltsfoot has these Actions in CommonDemulcent, Immune-calmingSafed Musali Safed Musali has these Actions in CommonDemulcent, NutritiveMarshmallow Root Powder Marshmallow Root Powder has these Actions in CommonDemulcent, Immune-calmingSolomon's Seal Solomon's Seal has these Actions in CommonDemulcent, NutritiveComfrey Root Comfrey Root has these Actions in CommonDemulcent, NutritiveFlax Seed Research & Clinical TrialsTEMPERATURE/CIRCULATIONHow did Flax Seed affect your temperature?
How did Flax Seed affect your sweat quantity?
How did Flax Seed affect the color of your tongue body?
How did Flax Seed affect your appetite/hunger?
How did Flax Seed affect your digestion speed?
TOXINSHow did Flax Seed affect the amount of gas & bloating?
How did Flax Seed affect your stool smell?
Tongue: How did Flax Seed affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?
How did Flax Seed affect the color of your tongue coating?
How did Flax Seed affect your urine smell?
How did Flax Seed affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?
How did Flax Seed affect your sweat smell?
HYDRATIONHow did Flax Seed affect your urine frequency/quantity?
How did Flax Seed affect the cracks on your tongue?
NERVOUS-SYSTEMHow did Flax Seed affect your energy levels?
How did Flax Seed affect your muscle tension?
How did Flax Seed affect your anxiety?
How did Flax Seed affect the stillness of your tongue?
DIGESTIONHow did Flax Seed affect your digestion speed?
How did Flax Seed affect the amount of gas & bloating?
How did Flax Seed affect your appetite/hunger?
TONGUEHow did Flax Seed affect the stillness of your tongue?
How did Flax Seed affect the color of your tongue coating?
How did Flax Seed affect the cracks on your tongue?
Tongue: How did Flax Seed affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?
How did Flax Seed affect the color of your tongue body?
STOOLHow did Flax Seed affect your stool lightness?
How did Flax Seed affect your stool smell?
How did Flax Seed affect your stool consistency?
How did Flax Seed affect your stool frequency/quantity?
How did Flax Seed affect your stool color?
URINEHow did Flax Seed affect your urine smell?
How did Flax Seed affect your urine lightness?
How did Flax Seed affect your urine frequency/quantity?
How did Flax Seed affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?
How did Flax Seed affect your urine clarity?
SWEATHow did Flax Seed affect your sweat quantity?
How did Flax Seed affect your sweat smell?
SYSTEMICHow did Flax Seed affect your muscle tension?
How did Flax Seed affect your anxiety?
How did Flax Seed affect your temperature?
How did Flax Seed affect your energy levels?
HEALTH & 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-WinterFlax Seed is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Flax Seed'Do you like 'flax seed'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'flax seed'?  (4.00 out of 5 stars) 2 ratings, 385 likesSign in to review this food
Add crushed flax seed to porridge.
Flaxseeds, also known as Alsi in India, are hot in potency. They are certainly not recommended for pitta constitution unless used as laxatives in deep winters. It should not be consumed without roasting or soaking in water otherwise flaxseeds will pass through the stomach undigested. In India, they are made into sweet laddoos (balls). Considered excellent for Vata-Kapha types but for all the other constitutions they are best avoided.
TOP INGREDIENTS: NUTS-SEEDSCoconut FlakesCoconut ButterCoconut CreamFlax SeedCoconut WaterChia SeedsAlmondsAlmond MilkAlmond ButterIs it wise for me a 65 year old female to consume 1-2 Tablespoons of Flaxseed powder daily?
Hi Gail, great question! Flax is gooey and oily so it could be a little difficult to digest. You could start with a small dose and see how it feels for you. If your body handles it well, you could add more!
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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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