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 Sign in to review this food195 likesHow Can This Ayurvedic Food Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISEssential oil of lavender has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties. It was used in WWII to disinfect floors and walls. Though used to treat burns and acne, topically lavendar oil increases photosensitivity and is cytotoxic. Like most members of the mint family, the aromatic oils in lavender have a carminitive effect redirecting Vata downwards. Lavender essential oil is used to restore hair growth. ABOUT LAVENDERCOOKING LAVENDER Browse RecipesLearn about the health benefits of lavender 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 Lavender Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/16 tsp SPECIES: Lavandula officinalis FAMILY:
Lamiaceae 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 Lavender: Makes you tired , MAKES-YOU-TIREDInduces drowsiness and promotes sound sleep.Anxiolytic , ANXIOLYTICHerbs that help people suffering from anxiety or panic. They promote a state of calm and often improve sleep. Most anxiolytic herbs are also nervines.Nervine , NERVINEHerbs that specifically go to the nervous system and brain. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, even chronic pain.Sedative SEDATIVESedative herbs create a sense of calm in the mind and body by specifically calming or quieting the nervous system. Excellent for anxiety, stress and chronic pain.Muscle relaxant MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.Other: 
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Lavender with these FoodsOat Milk Oat Milk has these Actions in CommonMakes-you-tired, Nervine, Grounding, SedativeBeer Beer has these Actions in CommonMakes-you-tired, Muscle-relaxant, Grounding, SedativeOats / Oatmeal Oats / Oatmeal has these Actions in CommonMakes-you-tired, Nervine, Grounding, SedativePumpkin Pumpkin has these Actions in CommonSedative, Makes-you-tired, Muscle-relaxant, GroundingHemp Seed Hemp Seed has these Actions in CommonGrounding, Sedative, Makes-you-tired, Muscle-relaxantNutmeg Nutmeg has these Actions in CommonNervine, Grounding, Sedative, Makes-you-tiredChamomile Chamomile has these Actions in CommonNervine, Grounding, Sedative, Makes-you-tiredPoppy Seed Poppy Seed has these Actions in CommonGrounding, Sedative, Makes-you-tired, Muscle-relaxantTurkey Turkey has these Actions in CommonSedative, Grounding, Makes-you-tiredOat Flour Oat Flour has these Actions in CommonSedative, Grounding, Makes-you-tiredCompare Lavender with these Herbs & SupplementsKava Kava Kava Kava has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Grounding, Makes-you-tired, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, SedativeOats, Fresh Milky Seed Oats, Fresh Milky Seed has these Actions in CommonGrounding, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, Sedative, AnxiolyticAshwagandha Ashwagandha has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Grounding, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, SedativeHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Grounding, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, SedativeValerian Valerian has these Actions in CommonSedative, Grounding, Muscle-relaxant, NervineVata Massage Oil Vata Massage Oil has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, SedativeShankhapushpi Shankhapushpi has these Actions in CommonNervine, Sedative, Anxiolytic, GroundingBlack Cohosh Black Cohosh has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Grounding, Muscle-relaxant, SedativeGokshura Gokshura has these Actions in CommonGrounding, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, SedativeEleuthero Ginseng Eleuthero Ginseng has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Grounding, Muscle-relaxant, NervineWood Betony Wood Betony has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, NervineHEALTH & 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 SummerLavender is recommended for Summer. Check out these other Summer foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Lavender'Do you like 'lavender'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'lavender'?195 likes Sign in to review this food
Lavender blossoms can have a diuretic effect balancing Kapha's tendency to also hold water.
You have many options for using lavender - essential oil, etc. This page refers to the flower.
Why is lavender anti-vata here if it is generally used to balance vata?
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSLavender 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.Weight LossBinging more than 1x monthly ,  How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Can't stop eating once I start , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Eating without realizing it , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Trauma-induced overeating , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Uncontrollable compulsion to eat 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 & SleepConflict makes me depressed, lazy , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Depressed , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Depressed when stressed , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Overwhelmed by responsibilities , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Shaky / Jitters , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Waking up middle of night , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Workaholic How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DigestionPopping/clicking/locking jaw , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stress overeater 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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