![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Table of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWAstringency reduces summer puffiness. It also gives Jicama a exciting crunch. This crunch makes Jicama an excellent substitute for croutons in a salad. Serve them instead of chips at your next barbecue. They go well with any sauce or marinade. Jicama is high in carbohydrates and dietary fiber. It's sweet flavor comes from the oligofructose inulin which is a prebiotic. Pre-biotics supply sugars to the bacteria in probiotics, greatly increasing their effectiveness. Jicama is 86-90% water, and high in vitamins C, A and B, along with calcium and phosphorus. ABOUT JICAMABUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING JICAMA![]() Learn about the health benefits of jicama 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 Jicama Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1 1/2 c SPECIES: Pachyrhizus P. erosus FAMILY:
Fabaceae EAT IN: AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSWhat is the biocharacteristic theory of medicine?
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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 Jicama: TONICA tonic herb restores function through strengthening tissue. This can happen through a combination of nourishing the tissue, and invigorating tissue metabolism. The tonic should not be withering, as in caffeine.STRONG REFRIGERANT An herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions. ![]() Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Jicama with these FoodsCoconut Cream Coconut Cream has these Actions in CommonTonic, RefrigerantCoconut Butter Coconut Butter has these Actions in CommonRefrigerant, TonicCoconut Flakes Coconut Flakes has these Actions in CommonTonic, RefrigerantCoconut Oil Coconut Oil has these Actions in CommonTonic, RefrigerantHoney Dew Honey Dew has these Actions in CommonRefrigerant, TonicJackfruit Jackfruit has these Actions in CommonRefrigerant, TonicGrape Seed Oil Grape Seed Oil has these Actions in CommonTonicBean Sprouts Bean Sprouts has these Actions in CommonRefrigerantFlax Oil Flax Oil has these Actions in CommonTonicCorn Oil Corn Oil has these Actions in CommonTonicCompare Jicama with these Herb SupplementsShatavari Ghee Shatavari Ghee has these Actions in CommonRefrigerant, TonicShatavari Shatavari has these Actions in CommonRefrigerant, TonicAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonRefrigerant, TonicGypsum Gypsum has these Actions in CommonRefrigerantBloodletting (phlebotomy) Bloodletting (phlebotomy) has these Actions in CommonRefrigerantGentian Gentian has these Actions in CommonRefrigerantSlippery Elm Slippery Elm has these Actions in CommonRefrigerantBrahmi Oil (4oz) Brahmi Oil (4oz) has these Actions in CommonRefrigerantBringrajasava- Hair Tonic Bringrajasava- Hair Tonic has these Actions in CommonTonicBitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz) Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz) has these Actions in CommonRefrigerantBrahmi Ghee (9oz) Brahmi Ghee (9oz) has these Actions in CommonRefrigerantHEALTH & 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-WinterJicama is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Jicama'Do you like 'jicama'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'jicama'?145 likes ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSJicama 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. |