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 Sign in to review this food190 likesHow Can This Ayurvedic Food Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISHing & DigestionIn Ayurveda, hing is used to aid digestion, cure colic, and stagnation in the GI tract. Hing burns ama. It is a primary herb for Vata. It is a key ingredient in the formula hingvastak churna, a major digestive formula in Ayurveda.In western herbalism, hing reduces the growth of flora in the gut, especially candida, directly reducing gas. It destroys worms and has anti-viral properties. It was used to fight the flu during WWI. Hing & Nervous SystemHing is a powerful antispasmodic useful in cough, asthma, intestinal colic, and uterine spasms. It nourishes the nervous tissue in case of stagnation with high Vata, sciatica, paralysis, and epilepsy.Hing, Gynecology, and ReproductionThe hot and stimulating qualities of hing clear stagnation in circulation (vyana vayu) due to obstruction by high Kapha thus warming the uterus and stimulating menstruation. Hing prevents spasms and is used with ashoka and turmeric for painful menses (dysmenorrhea).Hing treats low libido, impotence, and encourages ovulation and fertility where the uterus is congested from Kapha. Curiously, it has also been used as a contraceptive, perhaps by employing the anthelminthic qualities topically to destroy semen. Hing is abortifascient and should not be used in pregnancy. ABOUT HING (ASAFOETIDA)BUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING HING (ASAFOETIDA) Browse RecipesCooks commonly employ hing in daals, kitcharis, and other lentil dishes to make them more digestible. One user of our website quotes, "Hing fried in ghee mellows to the point where it becomes less like wolf-bait and more like warm garlicky goodness." Use mellow, fried hing for digestive, nervous, and gynacological disorders. Raw hing may be used for chest conditions requiring stimulation. Learn about the health benefits of hing (asafoetida) 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 Hing (Asafoetida) Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/16 tsp SPECIES: Ferula assafoetida FAMILY:
Apiaceae 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 Hing (Asafoetida): Carminative , CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward.Digestive , DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Spleen Tonic 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 Toxins , BURNS-TOXINSAn herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.Detoxicant DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests, dislodges or improves metabolization of toxins from the body, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.Analgesic ANALGESICRelieves or reduces feelings of pain without eliminating sensation.Stimulates energy STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Antitussive , ANTITUSSIVECough suppressant, particularly for dry coughs or a tickle in your throat.Bronchodilator , BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. Helpful in cough and asthma.Expectorant EXPECTORANTHerbs that help you cough up and eliminate mucus. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus.Anthelminthic ANTHELMINTHICKills worms.Abortifacient , ABORTIFACIENTAn abortifacient is a substance that induces abortion. These herbs are contraindicated in pregnancy.Contraceptive , CONTRACEPTIVEHerbs that reduce fertility or prevent conception. There are no reliable herbal contraceptives!Emmenagogue , EMMENAGOGUEHerbs which stimulate menstruation. Emmenagogues are used for scanty menstruation, to relieve menstrual pain, and improve blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus.Induces Ovulation INDUCES-OVULATIONHerbs that encourage ovulation.Antispasmodic ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, menstruation, hear palpitations, migraine, or IBS.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Hing (Asafoetida) with these FoodsMustard Seed Mustard Seed has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Carminative, Emmenagogue, Abortifacient, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Analgesic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Stimulates-energyCardamom Cardamom has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Expectorant, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonicCaraway Seeds Caraway Seeds has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Antitussive, Carminative, Spleen-tonic, Analgesic, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energyFennel Seeds Fennel Seeds has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Expectorant, Antitussive, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonicDill Dill has these Actions in CommonExpectorant, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Abortifacient, CarminativeRosemary Rosemary has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Analgesic, Burns-toxins, Emmenagogue, Anthelminthic, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonicCloves Cloves has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Anthelminthic, Carminative, Expectorant, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonicCinnamon Cinnamon has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Emmenagogue, Stimulates-energy, Analgesic, Detoxicant, Expectorant, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Spleen-tonicTurmeric Root (Fresh) Turmeric Root (Fresh) has these Actions in CommonAnthelminthic, Detoxicant, Induces-ovulation, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Analgesic, Carminative, EmmenagogueTurmeric Turmeric has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Analgesic, Carminative, Emmenagogue, Anthelminthic, Detoxicant, Induces-ovulationCompare Hing (Asafoetida) with these Herb SupplementsWild Ginger Wild Ginger has these Actions in CommonEmmenagogue, Expectorant, Spleen-tonic, Analgesic, Stimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, DigestivePushkaramoola Pushkaramoola has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Carminative, Digestive, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Antispasmodic, BronchodilatorDong Quai Dong Quai has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antispasmodic, Bronchodilator, Carminative, Digestive, Emmenagogue, Stimulates-energyPennyroyal Pennyroyal has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Digestive, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, AbortifacientMugwort Mugwort has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Anthelminthic, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Detoxicant, Digestive, EmmenagogueDeodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antispasmodic, Bronchodilator, Carminative, Digestive, Stimulates-energyElecampane Elecampane has these Actions in CommonExpectorant, Stimulates-energy, Analgesic, Anthelminthic, Antitussive, DigestiveHaritaki Haritaki has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Detoxicant, Digestive, Expectorant, Anthelminthic, AntispasmodicEleuthero Ginseng Eleuthero Ginseng has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antispasmodic, Detoxicant, Digestive, Expectorant, Stimulates-energyHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonStimulates-energy, Antispasmodic, Bronchodilator, Detoxicant, Emmenagogue, ExpectorantCumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea Cumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea has these Actions in CommonSpleen-tonic, Antispasmodic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, DigestiveHing (Asafoetida) Research & Clinical TrialsTEMPERATURE/CIRCULATIONHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your temperature?
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TOXINSHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect the amount of gas & bloating?
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HYDRATIONHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your urine frequency/quantity?
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FLUID-THICKNESSHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your ear pressure?
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NERVOUS-SYSTEMHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your energy levels?
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DIGESTIONHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect the amount of gas & bloating?
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TONGUEHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect the stillness of your tongue?
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STOOLHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your stool consistency?
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URINEHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your urine smell?
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SWEATHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your sweat smell?
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SKINHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect the dryness of your skin?
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EYEHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect the color of the lower eye lid?
How did Hing (Asafoetida) affect the puffiness of lower eye lid?
How did Hing (Asafoetida) affect the color of your sclera (white part of eye)?
ENTHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your congestion?
How did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your ear pressure?
How did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your throat soreness?
How did Hing (Asafoetida) affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?
How did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your ear temperature?
HEARTHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your heart rate?
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SYSTEMICHow did Hing (Asafoetida) affect your temperature?
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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-WinterHing (Asafoetida) is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Hing (asafoetida)'Do you like 'hing (asafoetida)'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'hing (asafoetida)'?190 likes Sign in to review this food
In rural Georgia, hing was tinctured in corn whiskey and given for colds and flu. I learned this from the late Inez Culver who grew up there, at a time when the white doctors wouldn't treat the rural blacks and they had to rely upon their own medicines.
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSHing (Asafoetida) 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.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. Dry 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. Ear pain/infection , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Pneumonia , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Whooping 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. DietBeans , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Taking Enzyme Supplements How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DigestionBloating / 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. 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. Intestinal colic / spasm / cramping , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Malabsorption , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Pain lower back , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Pancreatic Insufficiency , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Worm / Parasite How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Heart, Blood & CirculationCandida / Yeast Infection / Thrush , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Cramping back of leg How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Reproductive HealthClots in menstrual 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. Dry / light period , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Endometriosis , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Infertility , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. No period , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Painful menstruation & menstrual cramps , 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 vaginal discharge 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. 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. Bones, Muscles & TendonsFibromyalgia , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Foot cramps , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Hip pain 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 EliminationUndigested 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. 
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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