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Customer Reviews5.00 out of 5 stars Sign in to review this food"HI I have a pdf article about the anti-inflammatory properties that I would love to share maybe you could use some of..." - Jan Willem, How Can This Ayurvedic Food Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISBUYING & PREPARATIONLearn about the health benefits of olive oil 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 Olive Oil Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 2 tsp 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 Olive Oil: DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests, dislodges or improves metabolization of toxins from the body, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.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.EMOLLIENTSoothes & softens the skin. Often a topical demulcent or oil.CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the release of bile from the gall bladder for improved digestion.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Olive Oil with these FoodsGhee Ghee has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Tonic, Emollient, Cholagogue, NutritiveCarrot Carrot has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Nutritive, Cholagogue, TonicCorn Oil Corn Oil has these Actions in CommonTonic, Emollient, NutritiveSunflower Oil Sunflower Oil has these Actions in CommonTonic, Emollient, NutritiveGrape Seed Oil Grape Seed Oil has these Actions in CommonEmollient, Nutritive, TonicSafflower Oil Safflower Oil has these Actions in CommonTonic, Emollient, NutritiveFlax Oil Flax Oil has these Actions in CommonTonic, Emollient, NutritiveCanola Oil Canola Oil has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Tonic, EmollientBurdock Root (Gobo) Burdock Root (Gobo) has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Cholagogue, DetoxicantMustard Oil Mustard Oil has these Actions in CommonNutritive, Tonic, EmollientCompare Olive Oil with these Herb SupplementsVata Massage Oil Vata Massage Oil has these Actions in CommonEmollient, Nutritive, TonicAlmond Oil Almond Oil has these Actions in CommonEmollient, Nutritive, TonicChyavanprash Nutritive Jam Chyavanprash Nutritive Jam has these Actions in CommonTonic, Detoxicant, NutritiveVata Shirodhara Oil Vata Shirodhara Oil has these Actions in CommonEmollient, Nutritive, TonicAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonTonic, Detoxicant, NutritiveAshwagandha Ghee Ashwagandha Ghee has these Actions in CommonNutritive, TonicLicorice Ghee (9oz) Licorice Ghee (9oz) has these Actions in CommonNutritive, TonicPitta Massage Oil Pitta Massage Oil has these Actions in CommonNutritive, EmollientMaca Maca has these Actions in CommonNutritive, TonicSolomon's Seal Solomon's Seal has these Actions in CommonNutritive, TonicJoint Balm Joint Balm has these Actions in CommonEmollient, NutritiveOlive Oil Research & Clinical TrialsTEMPERATURE/CIRCULATIONHow did Olive Oil affect your temperature?
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DIGESTIONHow did Olive Oil affect the amount of gas & bloating?
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Tongue: How did Olive Oil affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?
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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-WinterOlive Oil is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Olive Oil'Do you like 'olive oil'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'olive oil'?(5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 203 likesSign in to review this food
Olive oil is listed on other auyervedic diets as Pitta pacifying along with coconut oil and sunflower oil. This is the 1st auyervedic diet list where olive oil is listed as hot. Oh no! say it so! EVOO Hot or Not?
Hi Barbara, I've noticed this too. I'm either Pitta-Vata or Vata-Pitta, and, from my own experience, too much olive oil usage makes my skin breakout and I feel overly stimulated.
On the one hand, raw olive oil is a cholagogue, which balances oily quality in Pitta-Kapha individuals. However, the heat of the olive oil can aggravate Pitta in Pitta-Vata individuals.
Since you don't have it listed, I figured I'd ask about rice bran oil...is that okay for Pitta?
I have noticed some varieties of olive oil have a peppery taste, while others don't. I assume this would effect the influence on pitta sensitive individuals.
In general, Kapha should minimize oil.
HI I have a pdf article about the anti-inflammatory properties that I would love to share maybe you could use some of the info for your article? How do I do that? PDF usually email well. Where should I email it for you?
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSOlive Oil 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.Bones, Muscles & TendonsDry, dark, frizzy hair  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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