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 Sign in to review this food136 likesTable of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWOrange zest is used in weight loss formulas. It speeds up the heart rate and increases blood pressure. It boosts the metabolic rate, expends calories and increases energy. Orange zest suppresses the appetite for Kapha but increases the appetite in Pitta and Vata. Orange zest contains volatile oils that sparkle when orange skin is squeezed over a candle. Like most volatile oils, the oil in orange zest is an anti-spasmodic. The fruit is also known as zhi shi (in traditional Chinese medicine). It's known as green orange, sour orange and bitter orange in other parts of the world. ABOUT ORANGE ZESTBUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING ORANGE ZEST Browse RecipesLearn about the health benefits of orange zest 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 Orange Zest Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/16 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 Orange Zest: APPETIZERHerbs that cleanse the palate & stimulate hunger or desire to eat.CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward. Carminatives typically expel gas by relaxing the muscles of the intestines.DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.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.BURNS-TOXINSAn herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.DETOXICANTAn herb that decongests, dislodges or improves metabolization of toxins from the body, transforming or altering fluids to a more healthy state.STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Orange Zest with these FoodsCardamom Cardamom has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Digestive, Carminative, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energyDill Dill has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Burns-toxins, DigestiveFennel Seeds Fennel Seeds has these Actions in CommonAppetizer, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Carminative, Spleen-tonicCilantro Cilantro has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Carminative, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Burns-toxinsMint Mint has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Digestive, Carminative, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energyGinger (Fresh) Ginger (Fresh) has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Digestive, Carminative, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energyCinnamon Cinnamon has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Burns-toxins, DigestiveAllspice Allspice has these Actions in CommonAppetizer, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Carminative, Spleen-tonicLemon Zest Lemon Zest has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Carminative, Spleen-tonic, Appetizer, Detoxicant, Burns-toxinsAjwain Ajwain has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Digestive, Carminative, Spleen-tonic, Detoxicant, Stimulates-energyCompare Orange Zest with these Herb SupplementsWild Ginger Wild Ginger has these Actions in CommonAppetizer, Burns-toxins, Carminative, Detoxicant, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Stimulates-energyCumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea Cumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea has these Actions in CommonSpleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, DigestiveBitter Orange Peel Bitter Orange Peel has these Actions in CommonAppetizer, Carminative, Digestive, Stimulates-energyMusta Musta has these Actions in CommonAppetizer, Detoxicant, Digestive, Stimulates-energyTrikatu Trikatu has these Actions in CommonAppetizer, Carminative, Detoxicant, DigestiveMugwort Mugwort has these Actions in CommonAppetizer, Carminative, Detoxicant, DigestiveHaritaki Haritaki has these Actions in CommonAppetizer, Carminative, Detoxicant, DigestiveAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonStimulates-energy, Carminative, Detoxicant, DigestiveAvipattikar Churna Avipattikar Churna has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Carminative, DigestivePippali Pippali has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Detoxicant, DigestiveYogaraj Guggulu Yogaraj Guggulu has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Carminative, DetoxicantHEALTH & 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-WinterOrange Zest is recommended for Autumn-Winter. Check out these other Autumn-Winter foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Orange Zest'Do you like 'orange zest'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'orange zest'?136 likes Sign in to review this food
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSOrange Zest 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.DigestionBad breath ,  How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bloating / distension , 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 Burping , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Gas, irregular digestion , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Pancreatic Insufficiency , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Quickly full / early satiety , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Slow, heavy digestion 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 & SleepConfusion / Cloudy Mind , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Difficulty waking up , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Excessive sleep , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Short bursts of energy , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Sleep deep & long, trouble waking up , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Sleep during the 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. Slow, monotonous speech , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Tired in morning 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 LossFeel overweight , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Hypothyroid 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 Sugar , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Insulin Resistance , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Low energy , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Poor circulation How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. LifestyleLack of exercise How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DietTaking Enzyme Supplements 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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