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 Sign in to review this food110 likesTable of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWBUYING & PREPARATIONLearn about the health benefits of millet 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 Millet Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/4 c FAMILY:
Poaceae 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 Millet: 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.CONSTIPATIVEAn herb that binds stools / stops diarrhea. When used in excess, these herbs and foods can cause constipation.GROUNDINGEncourages feelings of stability and heaviness. Makes you feel settled, mentally relaxed. Mildly sedates the nervous system to ease stress. Can bring a spacey or anxious person back to earth.SATISFIES-STOMACHProvides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach.NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.BRONCHODILATORAn herb that encourages the widening or opening of the lung airways. They are helpful in wheezing and asthma.STYPTICA herb that contracts tissue or blood vessels. Generally styptics are astringent. They are often used topically as a hemostatic to stop bleeding, or to reduce secretions.DRIES-MOUTHMakes the mouth feel dry, or pasty.Carbohydrate, INOSITOLInositol is an alcohol sugar made naturally in the human body from glucose. It is lipotropic (aiding fat metabilism in the liver). It affects a variety of hormones, neurotransmitters, steroid, growth factors and water.PHYTATESPhytates prevent absorption of nutrients. They are commonly found in all seeds, including nuts, grains, and beans. Sprouting greatly reduces phytate content, as well as long, slow cooking with vinegar.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Millet with these FoodsSorghum Flour Sorghum Flour has these Actions in CommonSpleen-tonic, Constipative, Nutritive, Dries-mouth, Satisfies-stomach, Bronchodilator, GroundingEgg Yolk Egg Yolk has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Nutritive, Dries-mouth, Satisfies-stomach, GroundingAdzuki Beans Adzuki Beans has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Constipative, Satisfies-stomach, Dries-mouth, StypticGreen Plantain Green Plantain has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Satisfies-stomach, Grounding, Styptic, NutritiveTofu Tofu has these Actions in CommonDries-mouth, Satisfies-stomach, Grounding, Constipative, NutritiveJackfruit Jackfruit has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Nutritive, Dries-mouth, Satisfies-stomach, GroundingAcorn Acorn has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Constipative, Styptic, Dries-mouthYellow Lentil (Toor Dal) Yellow Lentil (Toor Dal) has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Satisfies-stomach, Constipative, StypticChick Pea (Garbanzo) Chick Pea (Garbanzo) has these Actions in CommonConstipative, Styptic, Nutritive, Satisfies-stomachWalnuts Walnuts has these Actions in CommonSatisfies-stomach, Constipative, Styptic, NutritiveCompare Millet with these Herb SupplementsHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonDries-mouth, Grounding, Bronchodilator, ConstipativeVidari Vidari has these Actions in CommonGrounding, Nutritive, ConstipativeBlack Walnut Black Walnut has these Actions in CommonDries-mouth, StypticRaspberry Leaf Tea Raspberry Leaf Tea has these Actions in CommonConstipative, StypticAgrimony Agrimony has these Actions in CommonConstipative, StypticMaca Maca has these Actions in CommonBronchodilator, NutritiveCypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz has these Actions in CommonGrounding, StypticPassionflower Passionflower has these Actions in CommonBronchodilator, GroundingSelf Massage Self Massage has these Actions in CommonGrounding, NutritiveShirodhara Treatment Shirodhara Treatment has these Actions in CommonGrounding, NutritivePitta Shirodhara Oil Pitta Shirodhara Oil has these Actions in CommonGrounding, NutritiveHEALTH & 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 SummerMillet is recommended for Summer. Check out these other Summer foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Millet'Do you like 'millet'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'millet'?110 likes Sign in to review this food
I was told to avoid Millet due to thyroid issues. Is this accurate?
Marina, Finger millet is not good for vata. Try sorghum instead as its light to digest but is not constipative like Finger millet. Sorghum too is a type of millet. Its called Jowar in India. Also good for vata type is Barley, called Jav in India. Rotis made from both must have ghee on it, or it will irritate intestines.Wheat is good for Vata in winters. Just have wheat roti with mung dal tendered in ghee with asafoetida, cumin and ginger. Should not have problem digesting wheat rotis this way.
I was told to avoid Millet due to thyroid issues. Is this accurate?
Marina, Finger millet is not good for vata. Try sorghum instead as its light to digest but is not constipative like Finger millet. Sorghum too is a type of millet. Its called Jowar in India. Also good for vata type is Barley, called Jav in India. Rotis made from both must have ghee on it, or it will irritate intestines.Wheat is good for Vata in winters. Just have wheat roti with mung dal tendered in ghee with asafoetida, cumin and ginger. Should not have problem digesting wheat rotis this way.
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSMillet 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.Bowel, Poop Elimination3+ bowel movements a 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. Diarrhea , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Frothy Stool / with Bubbles , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Green 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. Stool entirely liquid, no solid pieces , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool in mushy pieces mixed with liquid , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool thick mud How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DigestionCeliac Disease 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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