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How Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Recipes with Red Bell Pepper: Quinoa Stuffed Red Bell Peppers with Tarragon
Recipes with Red Bell Pepper: Quinoa Stuffed Red Bell Peppers with Tarragon
The entire nightshade family (solanaceae) aggravates Vata and Pitta, due to the weak liver of these two body types. All peppers aggravate Pitta due to heat. Note that black pepper has no relationship with chili and bell peppers.

Yellow bell peppers tend to be sweeter. Red belly peppers tend to be hotter and sweeter. Green bell peppers are somewhat mild.

Buying & Preparation

The center of the pepper has the heat, particularly the seeds. The edge has the taste. Removing the seeds of the pepper reduces the heat. Roasting peppers brings out the flavor.

Cooking Red Bell Pepper

Red bell peppers bring color and excitement to any dish. Bell peppers are often served raw, chopped in a salad. They can be tossed in a soup, such as in a "chili" soup.

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Is Red Bell Pepper 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.

Metabolic Nature of Red Bell Pepper

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METABOLIC NATURE

Metabolic Nature

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

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HOT

ABOUT HOT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

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

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LIGHT

ABOUT LIGHT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Lightness is identified by reduced weight.

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TASTES

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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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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BITTER

ABOUT BITTER BIOCHARACTERISTIC

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

The Three Doshas / Body Types

Ayurveda is a metabolic theory of medicine that explains individual health, tendencies, and disease patterns through the concept of doshas, which can be understood as your metabolic patterns and tendencies.

Each dosha reflects a distinct metabolic nature and describes strengths & weaknesses in bodily function, and how these affect energy levels, digestion, susceptibility to disease, and many other tendencies.

Your metabolic nature not only affects your physical characteristics, but also influences your mental thought patterns, confidence, and enthusiasm.

Ayurveda balances these metabolic strengths & weaknesses to support your body's vitality and prevent recurrent disease cycles. This support is a critical aid, especially in chronic or incurable disease conditions.

The 3 metabolic body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha).

Through dosha, Ayurveda empowers people to identify metabolic imbalances early, break repetitive patterns of disease, and cultivate habits that support long-term vitality and well-being.

Ultimately, these metabolic patterns also provide a framework for understanding yourself, including body, mind, and spiritual tendencies.

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PACIFIES
Kapha pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Pitta aggravating Vata aggravating

GREEK MEDICINE / TEMPERAMENTS

The Four Temperaments / Humors

Ayurveda & Greek Medicine were the dominant form of medicine along the Silk Road from England to China and South Asia. They work by assessing your metabolic type, patterns, and nature. Greek medicine recognizes 4 metabolic temperaments, Melancholic, Choleric, Sanguine, and Phlegmatic.

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PACIFIES
PHLEGMATIC

ABOUT PHLEGMATIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Wet & cold. When out of balance becomes congested, stagnant, and overweight. Loving, trusting, and patient.

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AGGRAVATES
CHOLERIC

ABOUT CHOLERIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Has a hot and dry metabolic nature. Enthusiastic, vibrant and bright. In excess burns up fluids and ojas, irritable. Corresponds to high bilirubin in the blood that irritates and heats up the body and liver.

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MELANCHOLIC

ABOUT MELANCHOLIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Cold and dry with a slow, variable or erratic metabolism. Colicky, tense. Withdrawn, pensive, anxious, and hesitant. Analytical, intelligent, detail oriented and creative. Prone to ojas depletion, dehydration, an overactive nervous system, and depression.

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SANGUINE

ABOUT SANGUINE BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Hot and oily with a moderate metabolism and a well nourished body. Vigorous, vivacious, outgoing and generous, and prone to impulsivity and self indulgence. Bullish and intense when out of balance.

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Family:
Solanaceae

Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Red Bell Pepper
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.

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Digestion:
Antiemetic

ANTIEMETIC

Herbs that reduce nausea or stop vomiting. Generally refreshing, aromatic herbs.

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Immune System:
Anti Inflammatory

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY

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

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Heart & Circulation:
Antioxidant

ANTIOXIDANT

An antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions.

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Constituents:

Foods with a Similar Nature to Red Bell Pepper

  • Spinach

    Spinach has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Cantaloupe / Melons

    Cantaloupe / Melons has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Cauliflower

    Cauliflower has these Actions in Common

    Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

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  • Brussels sprouts

    Brussels sprouts has these Actions in Common

    Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

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  • Cranberry Juice

    Cranberry Juice has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Cherry

    Cherry has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Cranberry

    Cranberry has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Strawberries

    Strawberries has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Pomegranate

    Pomegranate has these Actions in Common

    Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

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  • Blueberry

    Blueberry has these Actions in Common

    Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

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Herbs & Supplements with a Similar Nature to Red Bell Pepper

  • Guluchyadi Kashayam

    Guluchyadi Kashayam has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antiemetic, Antioxidant

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  • Glutathione

    Glutathione has these Actions in Common

    Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

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  • Colorful Berries / High Flavonoid Foods

    Colorful Berries / High Flavonoid Foods has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Evening Primrose Oil

    Evening Primrose Oil has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • NagaKeshar

    NagaKeshar has these Actions in Common

    Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

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  • Punarnasava

    Punarnasava has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Mistletoe

    Mistletoe has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Bala Taila

    Bala Taila has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

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  • Agrimony

    Agrimony has these Actions in Common

    Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

    LEARN MORE

  • Witch Hazel

    Witch Hazel has these Actions in Common

    Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

    LEARN MORE

  • Nagaradi Kashaya (Amruthotharam)

    Nagaradi Kashaya (Amruthotharam) has these Actions in Common

    Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

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how to use Red Bell Pepper medicinally

There isn't a strict "daily dosage" for red bell peppers, but they are a healthy and versatile vegetable that can be incorporated into your daily diet. A typical serving size is around 1/2 to 1 cup of sliced or chopped red bell pepper, which provides a significant amount of vitamin C, fiber, and antioxidants.

To enjoy the health benefits without overdoing it, aim to consume 1/2 to 1 bell pepper per day.

CONTRAINDICATED FOR
THESE SYMPTOMS

Red Bell Pepper may be harmful or contraindicated for these symptoms. Note this is not a complete list of all possible contraindications. Please see your doctor before using this food to treat a medical condition.

Red bell peppers are nutritious and generally safe for most people, but there are a few contraindications to be aware of:

Allergy - Some individuals may have an allergy to bell peppers or other members of the nightshade family, which can cause symptoms like itching, swelling, hives, or difficulty breathing.

Nightshade Sensitivity - Bell peppers belong to the nightshade family, which contains alkaloids like solanine. People with conditions like arthritis, autoimmune disorders, or other inflammatory conditions may find that nightshades can exacerbate symptoms.

Heartburn or Acid Reflux - Due to their natural acidity, bell peppers, including red ones, may worsen heartburn or acid reflux symptoms in some people.

High Potassium - While rare, people with kidney problems may need to limit high-potassium foods like bell peppers, especially if they are on a potassium-restricted diet.

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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 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 is clinical, yet exudes an ease which many find enjoyable and insightful. John also directs the Joyful Belly College of Ayurveda, offering professional clinical training in Ayurveda for over 15 years.

John's hobbies & specialties include advanced digestive disorders, medieval Catholic philosophy, & botany. He holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. His wife and family of 7 kids live in Asheville, NC.

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Lana Radkin Toronto, ON
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“Is a green, orange or yellow pepper less heating? Thank you."
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“Seeme, yes - that might be helpful for some people."
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