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SERVING SIZE: 1/4 tsp EAT IN:   (3.00 out of 5 stars) 1 review, 269 likes SEE ALL REVIEWS & COMMENTSAbout the Author: John Immel, 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 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. 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?AYURVEDIC 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: Appetite suppressant APPETITE-SUPPRESSANTSuppresses hunger without causing weight gainEnergy Vitality Strength: Nutritive NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Lung and Sinus: Demulcent DEMULCENTHerbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.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.HEALTH & WELLNESS 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-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'?
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. 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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