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 Sign in to review this food200 likesTable of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWEssential 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 BIOCHARACTERISTICSSee a complete list of all biocharacteristics.
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-TIREDInduces drowsiness and promotes sound sleep.ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.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.NERVINEBalances the nervous system. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, and even chronic pain. Often they are aromatic in nature.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.MILD VULNERARY An herb used for the treatment of wounds (antiulcer, connective tissue tonic). STRONG ANTIFUNGAL Herbs that destroy fungus. RELAXANT-PARTURIENTUsed when labor is stalled due to irregular, colicky or spasmodic contractions (hypertonic). Ensures full dilation of cervix.STIMULANT-PARTURIENTUsed to induce labor when labor is stalled due to weak or ineffective contractions. Includes both stimulants and oxytocic parturients.MUSCLE-RELAXANTHerbs that relax muscles. Helpful for chronic pain or tension as well as healing from physical trauma.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 Lavender with these FoodsChamomile Chamomile has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Makes-you-tired, Vulnerary, Antispasmodic, Nervine, Anxiolytic, SedativePoppy Seed Poppy Seed has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Muscle-relaxant, Anxiolytic, Sedative, Analgesic, Makes-you-tiredGarlic Garlic has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Vulnerary, Antifungal, Makes-you-tired, Antispasmodic, SedativeHemp Seed Hemp Seed has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Muscle-relaxant, Anxiolytic, Sedative, Makes-you-tiredOats / Oatmeal Oats / Oatmeal has these Actions in CommonNervine, Anxiolytic, Sedative, Makes-you-tired, VulneraryNutmeg Nutmeg has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Nervine, Anxiolytic, Sedative, Makes-you-tiredMint Mint has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Analgesic, Anxiolytic, Antifungal, NervineRosemary Rosemary has these Actions in CommonNervine, Antispasmodic, Analgesic, Muscle-relaxant, AntifungalChocolate (Cacao) Chocolate (Cacao) has these Actions in CommonMuscle-relaxant, Antispasmodic, Nervine, AnxiolyticCloves Cloves has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Analgesic, Anxiolytic, AntifungalCompare Lavender with these Herb SupplementsMotherwort Motherwort has these Actions in CommonAnxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, Relaxant-parturient, Stimulant-parturient, Vulnerary, Analgesic, AntispasmodicTagar (Indian Valerian) Tagar (Indian Valerian) has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, Sedative, VulneraryValerian Valerian has these Actions in CommonMuscle-relaxant, Nervine, Sedative, Vulnerary, Analgesic, Antispasmodic, AnxiolyticKava Kava Kava Kava has these Actions in CommonSedative, Analgesic, Antispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Makes-you-tired, Muscle-relaxant, NervineBlack Cohosh Black Cohosh has these Actions in CommonSedative, Analgesic, Antifungal, Antispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, Relaxant-parturientAshwagandha Ashwagandha has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, Sedative, VulneraryCramp Bark Cramp Bark has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, Relaxant-parturientSkullcap Skullcap has these Actions in CommonAnalgesic, Antispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, SedativeLemon Balm Lemon Balm has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, Relaxant-parturient, SedativeOats, Fresh Milky Seed Oats, Fresh Milky Seed has these Actions in CommonAntispasmodic, Anxiolytic, Muscle-relaxant, Nervine, Sedative, VulneraryHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonMuscle-relaxant, Nervine, Sedative, Antifungal, Antispasmodic, AnxiolyticHEALTH & 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'?200 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?
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.Skin CareBee, Wasp & Insect Stings ,  How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Inflamed skin , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Itchy skin , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Sensitive to Poison Ivy , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Skin Burns How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. 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. Frequent Stress , 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. Heart, Blood & CirculationHigh Blood Pressure 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. Reproductive HealthStalled Labor / Ineffective contractions 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 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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