AYURVEDIC FOODS

Radish (raw) Benefits (According to Ayurveda)

How Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Recipes with Radish (raw): Honey Mustard Radishes
Recipes with Radish (raw): Honey Mustard Radishes
This unassuming root vegetable packs more health benefits than you may suspect. By stimulating the flow of bile, radishes are a useful tool for fat digestion, decongesting the gall bladder, and cleansing of both the liver and the blood. They have also been used to break up gallstones and kidney stones.

In order to best utilize these benefits, radish juice is recommended. Drink in increasing doses from 1/2 to 2 cupfuls daily, continued over several weeks, then decreasing back down to 1/2 cup. Radishes are also low on the glycemic index and are a negative calorie food. This means you burn more calories digesting them than they contain.

Radishes and Blood Pressure

Radishes are high in potassium which is helps keep blood pressure at safe levels. Potassium lowers blood pressure because its effects are opposite of those of sodium. Salt, which is sodium based, increases water retention. Potassium, on the other hand, is a diuretic that flushes water from the body. The National Institute of Health DASH Diet (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) recommends increasing potassium, calcium, and magnesium to keep blood pressure at healthy levels.

Raw radish strongly provokes Pitta in the digestive tract. It clears food stagnation and has a laxative effect due to its diuretic nature, all while having a cooling effect on the blood. Vata individuals be warned, radishes may be difficult to digest and create gas for your dosha.

Raw brassicas contain chemicals that can block thyroid function called goitrogens. These chemicals are easily inactivated by steaming or cooking.

About Radish (raw)

The word radish derives from the latin word for root, "radix." Domesticated in Europe in pre-Roman times, radishes are an edible root of the Brassicaceae family. They come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors. They are inexpensive, grow quickly and are cultivated and eaten throughout the world. As a root, they store well over winter and are often pickled. In Oaxaca, Mexico citizens carve figures out of radishes on "Noche de Los Rabanos" (Night of the Radishes) as part of Christmas festivities, pictured below.

Cooking Radish (raw)

Use the crisp texture and vibrant color of radishes to make your salads and hors d'ouvres tasty and visually appealing. Radishes pair well with dill, as well. You may also grill them after marinating in olive oil and balsamic vinegar. The pungent and peppery flavor of raw radishes can be toned down by cooking or pickling, as is common in Korea and other Asian countries. Radish leaves can be somewhat rough and abrasive. Other Brassicas such as arugula offer a softer yet still pungent leaf.

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Is Radish (raw) Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?

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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: 4 tbsp
SPECIES: Raphanus sativus
FAMILY: Brassicaceae

EAT IN: SPRING

Metabolic Nature of Radish (raw)

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INCREASES
Guna Help

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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CLEAR

ABOUT CLEAR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

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

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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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MOBILE

ABOUT MOBILE BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.

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TASTES
Taste Help

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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PUNGENT

ABOUT PUNGENT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.

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DOSHAS
Dosha Help

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:
Acrid

ACRID

Acrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.

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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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Moves Energy:
Outward

OUTWARD

Outward-moving substances stimulate circulation, push heat towards the skin, or are stimulating.

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Affinity: Respiratory Health
Family: Brassicaceae
HERBAL ACTIONS
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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Radish (raw)
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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.

General Laxative

GENERAL-LAXATIVE

Promotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives.

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Internal Detoxicant

INTERNAL-DETOXICANT

Liquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.

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Diaphoretic

DIAPHORETIC

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

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Flushes Sinuses

FLUSHES-SINUSES

An herb that relieves sinus congestion by flushing out mucus.

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Expectorant

EXPECTORANT

Expectorants help you eliminate mucus from the lungs. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus. Expectorants are indicated when phlegm congests the lower respiratory tract.

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Mucolytic

MUCOLYTIC

An herb that breaks apart mucus, liquefying the mucus.

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Repairs Membrane

REPAIRS-MEMBRANE

Reduces inflammation and allergen reactivity by restoring epithelial barrier function. Repairs tight cell junction in leaky gut, interstitial cystitis, eczema, asthma, etc.

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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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Lithagogue

LITHAGOGUE

An herb used to expel stones such as kidney stones or gallstones.

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Cholagogue

STRONG CHOLAGOGUE

Cholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines.

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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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Lowers Blood Sugar

LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGAR

An herb that lowers blood sugar.

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Lowers Thyroid

LOWERS-THYROID

Reduces thyroid function. Useful for people with hyperthyroid.

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Constituents:
Nitric Oxide

STRONG NITRIC-OXIDE

Improves circulation by dilating blood vessels. Protects blood vessels from damage. Improves athletic performance, libido, immunity, and brain health.

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Aromatase Inhibitor

AROMATASE-INHIBITOR

Blocks estrogen synthesis by inhibiting conversion of progesterone and testosterone into estrogen.

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, Polysaccharides,
Salicylates

SALICYLATES

Salicylates relieve inflammation, are anti-cancer, and antidiabetic, but some are allergic to it.

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, Sulfated Polysaccharides, Sulphur

Foods with a Similar Nature to Radish (raw)

Spanish Black Radish

Spanish Black Radish has these Actions in Common

Cholagogue, Expectorant, Internal-detoxicant, Mucolytic, Diaphoretic, Flushes-sinuses, Lithagogue, Repairs-membrane, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Lowers-thyroid

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Horseradish

Horseradish has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Flushes-sinuses, Lowers-thyroid, Diuretic, General-laxative, Mucolytic, Cholagogue, Expectorant, Lithagogue, Repairs-membrane

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Wasabi

Wasabi has these Actions in Common

Expectorant, Lithagogue, Repairs-membrane, Diaphoretic, Flushes-sinuses, Lowers-thyroid, Diuretic, General-laxative, Mucolytic, Cholagogue

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Garlic (raw)

Garlic (raw) has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, General-laxative, Mucolytic, Cholagogue, Expectorant, Hypolipidemic, Repairs-membrane, Diaphoretic, Flushes-sinuses, Internal-detoxicant

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Garlic

Garlic has these Actions in Common

Cholagogue, Expectorant, Mucolytic, Diaphoretic, General-laxative, Repairs-membrane, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant

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Burdock Root (Gobo)

Burdock Root (Gobo) has these Actions in Common

General-laxative, Lowers-blood-sugar, Diaphoretic, Hypolipidemic, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant, Cholagogue

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Dandelion Leaves

Dandelion Leaves has these Actions in Common

Lithagogue, Cholagogue, Hypolipidemic, Lowers-blood-sugar, Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant, General-laxative

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Daikon Radish

Daikon Radish has these Actions in Common

Cholagogue, Expectorant, Mucolytic, Diaphoretic, Flushes-sinuses, Diuretic, General-laxative

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Fenugreek

Fenugreek has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, Internal-detoxicant, Cholagogue, Expectorant, Lowers-blood-sugar, Diaphoretic, Hypolipidemic

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Mustard Greens

Mustard Greens has these Actions in Common

Hypolipidemic, Lowers-thyroid, Cholagogue, Internal-detoxicant, General-laxative, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Herb Supplements with a Similar Nature to Radish (raw)

Bhumyamalaki

Bhumyamalaki has these Actions in Common

Hypolipidemic, Internal-detoxicant, Lithagogue, Cholagogue, Diuretic, General-laxative

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Triphala Guggulu

Triphala Guggulu has these Actions in Common

Diuretic, General-laxative, Hypolipidemic, Internal-detoxicant, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Dandelion Root

Dandelion Root has these Actions in Common

Cholagogue, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Internal-detoxicant, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Epsom Salt Bath

Epsom Salt Bath has these Actions in Common

Flushes-sinuses, Internal-detoxicant, Mucolytic, Diaphoretic, Expectorant

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Hyssop Powder

Hyssop Powder has these Actions in Common

Expectorant, Internal-detoxicant, Mucolytic, Diaphoretic, Diuretic

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Manjistha

Manjistha has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Internal-detoxicant, Lithagogue

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Neem Leaf

Neem Leaf has these Actions in Common

Cholagogue, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Internal-detoxicant, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Goldenseal

Goldenseal has these Actions in Common

Internal-detoxicant, Mucolytic, Cholagogue, Diuretic, General-laxative

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Punarnava

Punarnava has these Actions in Common

Cholagogue, Diuretic, Hypolipidemic, Internal-detoxicant, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Expectorant, Hypolipidemic, Internal-detoxicant

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Patola

Patola has these Actions in Common

Lowers-blood-sugar, General-laxative, Hypolipidemic, Internal-detoxicant

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Impact of Radish (raw)

In each clinical research trial below, students from the Joyful Belly School of Ayurveda ate the selected food for 3 days and reported the pharmacological effects. See other clinical research trials for diet & herbs at Joyful Belly.

TEMPERATURE/CIRCULATION

How did Radish Raw affect your temperature?

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12
6
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your ear temperature?

6
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0
HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

SweatHow did Radish Raw affect your sweat quantity?

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15
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4
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

SkinHow did Radish Raw affect the tones / color of your skin?

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0
11
0
14
Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the color of your tongue body? *This question refers to the tongue itself, not the coating.

4
16
1
4
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the swelling or size of your tongue body?

6
5
14
More Swelling (larger/fatter)Less Swelling (smaller/thinner)No Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

DigestionFor help analyzing your digestion, see overview of Digestive Health How did Radish Raw

0
5
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11
3
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your digestion speed? *This can be gauged by how quickly you feel hungry after eating and how quickly you eliminate your meal.

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12
8
2
2
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

TOXINS

How did Radish Raw affect the amount of your gas & bloating?

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4
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the intensity of your stool smell?

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0
15
9
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the thickness & size (surface area) of your tongue coating?

1
10
10
4
0
Much smaller/thinner coatingSlightly less coatingSameSlightly larger/thicker coatingMuch larger coating
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the color of your tongue coating?

3
1
3
4
14
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your throat soreness?

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20
3
More soreNo ChangeLess sore
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the intensity of your urine smell?

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1
18
6
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

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17
5
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the intensity of your sweat smell?

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0
21
3
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your acne?

3
22
0
More acneNo ChangeLess acne
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the shade of your freckles/moles?

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25
0
DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the color of your sclera (white part of eye)?

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1
0
0
1
Redder/BloodshotYellowerGrayerBrownerWhiter
21
No Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the shade / color of your lower eyelid?

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0
24
1
More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

HYDRATION

UrineHow did Radish Raw affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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12
9
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the dryness of your skin?

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2
20
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the puffiness of your lower eyelid?

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22
2
PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the cracks on your tongue?

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8
15
1
0
Much more/larger/longer cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly lessMuch less/smaller/shorter cracks
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

FLUID-THICKNESS

How did Radish Raw affect your ear pressure?

3
21
1
More pressureNo ChangeLess pressure
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

RespiratoryHow did Radish Raw affect your level of sinus congestion?

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10
14
More congestionNo ChangeLess congestion
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

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9
15
More thickNo ChangeLess thick
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

NERVOUS-SYSTEM

How did Radish Raw affect your energy levels?

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1
13
9
1
Much less energySlightly less energySameSlightly more energyMuch more energy
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your muscle tension?

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4
16
4
0
Much less tensionSlightly less tensionSameSlightly more tensionMuch more tension
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your anxiety levels?

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2
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Much less anxietySlightly less anxietySameSlightly more anxietyMuch more anxiety
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the movement or stillness of your tongue as you hold it out?

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20
3
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

DIGESTION

DigestionFor help analyzing your digestion, see overview of Digestive Health How did Radish Raw

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5
6
11
3
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect burning sensations in your digestive tract (do not include acid reflux)?

0
0
12
9
4
Much reliefSlight reliefSameSlightly more burningMuch more burning
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your digestion speed? *This can be gauged by how quickly you feel hungry after eating and how quickly you eliminate your meal.

1
12
8
2
2
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the amount of your gas & bloating?

0
4
9
8
4
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

TONGUE

How did Radish Raw affect the cracks on your tongue?

1
8
15
1
0
Much more/larger/longer cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly lessMuch less/smaller/shorter cracks
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the color of your tongue body? *This question refers to the tongue itself, not the coating.

4
16
1
4
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the swelling or size of your tongue body?

6
5
14
More Swelling (larger/fatter)Less Swelling (smaller/thinner)No Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the thickness & size (surface area) of your tongue coating?

1
10
10
4
0
Much smaller/thinner coatingSlightly less coatingSameSlightly larger/thicker coatingMuch larger coating
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the color of your tongue coating?

3
1
3
4
14
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the movement or stillness of your tongue as you hold it out?

2
20
3
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

STOOL

How did Radish Raw affect your stool consistency?

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Much softerSlightly softerSameSlightly harderMuch harder
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your stool frequency/quantity?

0
4
10
11
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your stool color?

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0
1
2
18
More yellowMore grayMore greenMore orangeSame
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the intensity of your stool smell?

0
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15
9
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your stool lightness?

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5
16
2
1
Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly darkerMuch darker
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

URINE

How did Radish Raw affect the shade of your urine?

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3
15
5
1
Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly DarkerMuch Darker
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your urine clarity?

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20
3
More cloudySameMore clear
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the intensity of your urine smell?

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1
18
6
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

1
2
17
5
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

UrineHow did Radish Raw affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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2
12
9
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

SWEAT

SweatHow did Radish Raw affect your sweat quantity?

1
0
15
5
4
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the intensity of your sweat smell?

0
0
21
3
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

SKIN

How did Radish Raw affect your acne?

3
22
0
More acneNo ChangeLess acne
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

SkinHow did Radish Raw affect the tones / color of your skin?

0
0
11
0
14
Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the dryness of your skin?

3
2
20
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the shade of your freckles/moles?

0
25
0
DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

EYE

How did Radish Raw affect the color of your sclera (white part of eye)?

2
1
0
0
1
Redder/BloodshotYellowerGrayerBrownerWhiter
21
No Change
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

VisionHow did Radish Raw affect your vision clarity?

0
1
23
1
0
Much less clearSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more clear
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the shade / color of your lower eyelid?

0
0
24
1
More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the puffiness of your lower eyelid?

1
22
2
PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

ENT

How did Radish Raw affect your ear pressure?

3
21
1
More pressureNo ChangeLess pressure
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

RespiratoryHow did Radish Raw affect your level of sinus congestion?

1
10
14
More congestionNo ChangeLess congestion
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your throat soreness?

2
20
3
More soreNo ChangeLess sore
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

1
9
15
More thickNo ChangeLess thick
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your ear temperature?

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19
0
HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

SYSTEMIC

How did Radish Raw affect your temperature?

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2
5
12
6
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your energy levels?

1
1
13
9
1
Much less energySlightly less energySameSlightly more energyMuch more energy
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your anxiety levels?

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2
20
2
1
Much less anxietySlightly less anxietySameSlightly more anxietyMuch more anxiety
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your muscle tension?

1
4
16
4
0
Much less tensionSlightly less tensionSameSlightly more tensionMuch more tension
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

HEART

How did Radish Raw affect your heart pain/pressure/cramping?

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0
23
1
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your heart rate?

0
1
16
7
1
Much slowerSlightly slowerSameSlightly fasterMuch faster
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)

How did Radish Raw affect your heart rhythm?

3
22
0
More palpitationsSameLess palpitations
Total Responses: 25 Study ID:157 (2023-12-12 - 2024-01-02)


Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine.

TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Radish (raw) 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.

CONTRAINDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Radish (raw) may be harmful or contraindicated for these symptoms. 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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