AYURVEDIC FOODS

Parsnip Benefits (According to Ayurveda)

How Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Recipes with Parsnip: Parsnip, Potato & Carrot Soup with Turmeric
Recipes with Parsnip: Parsnip, Potato & Carrot Soup with Turmeric
The warm nature of parsnips promotes sweating while bitterness reduces stagnant fluids. Parsnip is a root vegetable which also gives it heartiness and sweet taste. This mixture of cleansing properties and heartiness is part of what makes parsnip so unique.

Weight Loss

Parsnip has high starch and sugar content while remaining low in calories. It's warming nature helps burn off fat. It's high soluble fiber content reduces cholesterol and supports healthy elimination. Altogether parsnip is an excellent choice for weight loss diets because it offers satisfaction and heartiness while helping shed pounds.

Parsnip and turnip are perhaps the most satisfying of foods with "bland" taste. Bland taste doesn't mean tasteless in Ayurveda, but instead refers to a class of foods that loosely correlate to what is known in the west as a 'negative calorie' food. These foods often have high fiber but low calorie content.

About Parsnip

Parsnip is native to the Mediterranean, where it is cultivated like carrots.

Cooking Parsnip

Roast parsnips are considered to be essential for an English Christmas dinner. They can be made into a sweet wine similar to Madeira. they may be fried like french fries or made into potato chip like crisps. They may be used to thicken a soup due to their ample soluble fiber.

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AYURVEDA'S GUIDE TO VITALITY & WHOLESOME NOURISHMENT

Your Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body and your specific imbalances. With an Ayurvedic diet you feel joy and satisfaction because what you are eating truly nourishes and balances you. Disease results from diets and lifestyles that are incompatible with your nature. By eating a personalized diet matched to your body, you experience optimal health. See How it Works.
SERVING SIZE: 1/4 c
SPECIES: Pastinaca sativa
FAMILY: Apiaceae

PREPARATION: SOUP
FOR OCCASION: CLEANSE

Metabolic Nature of Parsnip

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INCREASES
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Increases These Biocharacteristics (Gunas)

Functional Ayurveda helps you assess imbalances through 20 main biocharacteristics (gunas). Aggravating these characteristics weakens your body and causes imbalance. By knowing which characteristics are habitually imbalanced in your body, you will be able to identify and correct imbalances before you get sick. Every characteristic has an opposite which balances it (i.e. hot balances cold). You restore balance by favoring diet and lifestyle choices that increase the opposite characteristic.

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DIFFICULT

ABOUT DIFFICULT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Difficult refers to anything that is difficult to digest, or takes a long time to digest.

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HOT

ABOUT HOT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.

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LIQUEFIED

ABOUT LIQUEFIED BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Substances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.

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CLEAR

ABOUT CLEAR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.

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TASTES
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The 6 Tastes

Taste is used to sense the most basic properties and effects of food. Each taste has a specific medicinal effect on your body. Cravings for food with certain tastes indicate your body is craving specific medicinal results from food. Taste is experienced on the tongue and represents your body's reaction to foods. Sweet taste causes physical satisfaction and attraction whereas bitter taste causes discomfort and aversion. Kapha should use less sweet taste while Vata and Pitta would benefit from using more sweet taste. One of the first signs of illness is that your taste and appetite for food changes. The six tastes are sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and astringent. Do you crave foods with any of the tastes below?

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BITTER

ABOUT BITTER BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.

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SWEET

ABOUT SWEET BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Sweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

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DOSHAS
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The Three Doshas / Body Types

According to the biocharacteristic theory of medicine, people tend to get sick, over and over again, due to habitual causes and imbalances that are unique to the person. Your body type summarizes this tendency, showing you the 'type' of conditions and imbalances that frequently challenge your health & wellness. Using body type, you can also identify remedies likely to improve your strength and resiliency. Your body type identifies physical and mental characteristics as well as your personal strengths and weaknesses. The calculation of your body type is based on your medical history.

The 3 functional body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha). Catabolic individuals tend to break down body mass into energy. They are easily stimulated, hyperactive, underweight and dry. Metabolic individuals tend to burn or use energy. They tend to be rosy-cheeked, easily irritated, focused, driven, and easily inflamed. Anabolic individuals tend to store energy as body mass. If they store too much energy, they could gain weight easily and have congestion. Anabolic people tend to be stable and grounded.

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PACIFIES
Kapha pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Pitta aggravating Vata aggravating
HAS THE FOLLOWING
Subtaste:
Bland

BLAND

Bland means doesn't have much taste. In Chinese medicine, bland taste refers to afood without little macronutrients, such as cabbage, radish or bok choy.

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Affinity: Cleanse And Detox
Family: Apiaceae
HERBAL ACTIONS
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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Parsnip
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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.

Appetite Suppressant

APPETITE-SUPPRESSANT

Suppresses hunger without causing weight gain.

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Warms Abdomen

WARMS-ABDOMEN

Warms the muscles and organs of the abdomen, stimulating digestion and metabolism.

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Diaphoretic

DIAPHORETIC

An herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.

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Photosensitizing

MILD PHOTOSENSITIZING

Causes sensitivity to ultaviolet light - useful in psoriasis and cancers.

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Anti Inflammatory

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY

Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.

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Warms Ears

WARMS-EARS

Stimulates peripheral circulation to warm extremities, including the ears.

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Diuretic

DIURETIC

Herbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.

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Hypolipidemic

HYPOLIPIDEMIC

Scrapes fats / cleanses blood vessels by 1) purging bile, 2) strengthening the liver's ability to metabolize fats, 3) by increasing uptake of cholesterol in the liver, and 4) by inhibiting fat cells.

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Foods with a Similar Nature to Parsnip

Mustard

Mustard has these Actions in Common

Warms-abdomen, Diaphoretic, Warms-ears, Diuretic

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Mustard Powder

Mustard Powder has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, Warms-abdomen, Diaphoretic, Warms-ears

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Celery Stalk

Celery Stalk has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Photosensitizing, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic

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Burdock Root (Gobo)

Burdock Root (Gobo) has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Hypolipidemic

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Chickweed

Chickweed has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Hypolipidemic, Appetite-suppressant

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Celery Seed

Celery Seed has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Photosensitizing

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Dandelion Leaves

Dandelion Leaves has these Actions in Common

Hypolipidemic, Appetite-suppressant, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory

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Daikon Radish

Daikon Radish has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Warms-abdomen, Diaphoretic

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Basil

Basil has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Warms-ears

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Fenugreek

Fenugreek has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Hypolipidemic, Diaphoretic

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Herb Supplements with a Similar Nature to Parsnip

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Warms-ears

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Manjistha

Manjistha has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic

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Arjuna

Arjuna has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Anti-inflammatory, Appetite-suppressant

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Gokshuradi Guggulu

Gokshuradi Guggulu has these Actions in Common

Hypolipidemic, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic

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Agrimony

Agrimony has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Appetite-suppressant, Diuretic

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Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets

Punarnavadi Guggulu Tablets has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic

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Wild Yam

Wild Yam has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Diaphoretic

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Mahasudarshan

Mahasudarshan has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Diaphoretic, Diuretic

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Bhumyamalaki

Bhumyamalaki has these Actions in Common

Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic

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Hops

Hops has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, Anti-inflammatory, Diaphoretic

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Dandelion Root

Dandelion Root has these Actions in Common

Hypolipidemic, Anti-inflammatory, Diuretic

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Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine.

TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Parsnip 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.

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.

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About John Joseph Immel

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 7 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language.

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Comments & Impressions of 'Parsnip'

Do you like 'parsnip'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something else you'd like to know about 'parsnip'?

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Yes parsnip's difficult, bitter qualities can result in gas if the digestive system can't process it efficiently. Sweet potato or carrot might be easier-to-digest substitutions!
- Katie Clinton, Ferndale, sligo, AL
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