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 Sign in to review this food352 likesHow Can This Ayurvedic Food Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISSaffron is a nourishing purifier that invigorates and moves the blood while cooling it. Saffron breaks up blood clots and clears liver stagnation. While most blood movers are heating, saffron is unique among blood movers for its cooling properties. This makes saffron a useful herb for Pitta disorders with blood stagnation, including inflammation, arthritis, acne, and hepatitis. Skin Tonic Saffron's ability to dilate the blood vessels encourages sweating and opening the pores (diaphoretic), effectively cleansing the skin and restoring a healthy glow. Saffron is also a cardiotonic that destroys phlegm. A paste is used topically in bruises and sores. Its blood moving qualities enhance digestion. Cools the mind Saffron is a refrigerant for the mind. It's Pitta pacifying qualities have been used to restore eyesight and to lower fevers. Reproductive Tonic Saffron with milk and ghee is a nourishing reproductive tonic for both men and women. Saffron's blood moving qualities are particularly desirable among herbs that stimulate the release of oxytocin, the "tend and befriend" hormone, supporting saffron's use to encourage mother's milk flow (galactogogue), and to contract and restore the uterus after giving birth. Like most oxytocic herbs, saffron is an abortifascient and should not be used during pregnancy. Its blood moving qualities can stimulate the menses (emmenogogue). Urinary Tract Saffron is also a purifying diuretic for urinary disorders. Saffron is mixed with honey for urinary stones. The recommended dosage of saffron is 1.5 to 3 grams of dried herb, usually taken as a decoction. ABOUT SAFFRONBUYING & PREPARATIONSaffron likes climates where hot, dry summer breezes sweep semi-arid lands. It is native to southwesern asia. COOKING SAFFRON Browse RecipesSaffron is used in sweet and savory dishes alike, where it imparts an elegant and classy touch to any recipe. It is especially popular in the decadant mughlai dishes of northern india. It is a signature ingredient of Spanish paella. Saffron is widely used in Persian, Arab, Central Asian, European, Indian, Turkish, and Cornish cuisines. Saffron has a 'metallic honey' bitter taste and hay-like fragrance. Learn about the health benefits of saffron 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 Saffron Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/16 tsp SPECIES: Crocus sativus FAMILY:
Iridaceae 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 Saffron: Carminative , CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward.Digestive , DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Spleen Tonic , 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.Stomachic STOMACHICAn herb that increases appetite or settles a nauseas or nervous stomach. These generally increase the digestive fire, therefore relieving symptoms of sluggish or difficult digestion.Burns Toxins , BURNS-TOXINSAn herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.Detoxicant DETOXICANTAn herb that eliminates or metabolizes toxins from the body.Nervine , NERVINEHerbs that specifically go to the nervous system and brain. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, even chronic pain.Sedative SEDATIVESedative herbs create a sense of calm in the mind and body by specifically calming or quieting the nervous system. Excellent for anxiety, stress and chronic pain.Stimulates energy , STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.Nutritive NUTRITIVEAn herb that is strengthening and nourishing.Diaphoretic , DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.Skin Tonic SKIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.Antipoisonous , ANTIPOISONOUSAn antidote for a poison. Many anti-poisonous herbs draw out a poison and are good for insect bites. Others help burn it up.Antipyretic ANTIPYRETICReduces a fever / febrifuge.Blood Thinner , BLOOD-THINNERHerbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.Blood Tonic , BLOOD-TONICAn herb that produces more blood cells in the body or otherwise strengthens blood. Helpful for anemia and other types of deficiency.Cardiac Tonic , CARDIAC-TONICStrengthens and tones the heart (heart-tonic). Cardiac tonics are used to treat a wide range of heart issues.Styptic STYPTICA herb that contracts tissue or blood vessels. Generally styptics are astringent. They are often used to stop bleeding.Diuretic DIURETICHerbs 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.Livotonic LIVOTONICAn herb that strengthens the liver. It is helpful for people with a history of substance abuse, chronic liver issues from hepatitis and hemolytic anemias. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or has beta-carotene.Aphrodisiac , APHRODISIACHerbs that increase sexual arousal through various actions including increased circulation, relaxation, stimulation, or tonics that strengthen glandular health.Emmenagogue , EMMENAGOGUEHerbs which stimulate menstruation. Emmenagogues are used for scanty menstruation, to relieve menstrual pain, and improve blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus.Galactagogue GALACTAGOGUEIncreases production of breast milk.Other: 
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Saffron with these FoodsFenugreek Fenugreek has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Emmenagogue, Spleen-tonic, Antipyretic, Carminative, Digestive, Galactagogue, Stimulates-energy, Aphrodisiac, Detoxicant, Diuretic, Nutritive, Stomachic, Burns-toxinsDill Dill has these Actions in CommonAntipyretic, Detoxicant, Diuretic, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Diaphoretic, Galactagogue, Stimulates-energy, Carminative, Digestive, Nervine, StomachicChamomile Chamomile has these Actions in CommonGrounding, Skin-tonic, Blood-thinner, Digestive, Nervine, Spleen-tonic, Carminative, Emmenagogue, Sedative, Stomachic, DiaphoreticCilantro Cilantro has these Actions in CommonAntipyretic, Carminative, Diuretic, Stomachic, Blood-thinner, Detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Styptic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Stimulates-energyTarragon Tarragon has these Actions in CommonBurns-toxins, Detoxicant, Diuretic, Antipoisonous, Cardiac-tonic, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Blood-thinner, Carminative, DigestiveCinnamon Cinnamon has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Emmenagogue, Stimulates-energy, Aphrodisiac, Detoxicant, Galactagogue, Styptic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Spleen-tonicTurmeric Turmeric has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Skin-tonic, Antipoisonous, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Blood-thinner, Carminative, Emmenagogue, Blood-tonicMustard Seed Mustard Seed has these Actions in CommonCardiac-tonic, Diaphoretic, Emmenagogue, Carminative, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Diuretic, Stimulates-energyNutmeg Nutmeg has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Nervine, Styptic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Sedative, Carminative, Grounding, Spleen-tonicFennel Seeds Fennel Seeds has these Actions in CommonDetoxicant, Galactagogue, Stomachic, Burns-toxins, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Carminative, Diuretic, Stimulates-energyCompare Saffron with these Herbs & SupplementsAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Detoxicant, Digestive, Nutritive, Antipyretic, Skin-tonic, Aphrodisiac, Stimulates-energy, Blood-tonic, Styptic, Cardiac-tonicHoly Basil Leaf (Tulsi) Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Grounding, Nervine, Sedative, Blood-tonic, Stimulates-energy, Detoxicant, StomachicManjistha Manjistha has these Actions in CommonSpleen-tonic, Blood-thinner, Blood-tonic, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Skin-tonicYarrow Yarrow has these Actions in CommonLivotonic, Stomachic, Styptic, Antipyretic, Blood-thinner, Carminative, Detoxicant, DiaphoreticGokshura Gokshura has these Actions in CommonAphrodisiac, Diuretic, Galactagogue, Grounding, Nervine, Nutritive, Sedative, Skin-tonicAshwagandha Ashwagandha has these Actions in CommonGrounding, Nervine, Nutritive, Sedative, Antipyretic, Aphrodisiac, Diuretic, GalactagogueCumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea Cumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea has these Actions in CommonGalactagogue, Spleen-tonic, Burns-toxins, Detoxicant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, DiureticPippali Pippali has these Actions in CommonGalactagogue, Blood-tonic, Burns-toxins, Cardiac-tonic, Detoxicant, Digestive, EmmenagoguePushkaramoola Pushkaramoola has these Actions in CommonDiuretic, Emmenagogue, Burns-toxins, Cardiac-tonic, Carminative, Diaphoretic, DigestivePennyroyal Pennyroyal has these Actions in CommonCarminative, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Nervine, AntipoisonousElecampane Elecampane has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Diuretic, Sedative, Stimulates-energy, Styptic, AntipoisonousHEALTH & 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 SummerSaffron is recommended for Summer. Check out these other Summer foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Saffron'Do you like 'saffron'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'saffron'?352 likes Sign in to review this food
I have body and facial acne, Saffron is the answer for my problem. "Grind saffron in a mortar and pestle. Add a few drops of water and continue grinding until completely mashed. Then soak in two tbsp water for 10 minutes". After that, I drink the water or what exactly i should do ? and how often, once a day !! a week !!
Dear Mohammad, 1-2x/day or as directed. Thanks for writing in! -John
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSSaffron 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.Skin CareAcne - general ,  How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Acne - painful , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bruise easily , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Cellulite 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 & CirculationAlcoholism , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. 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Stroke (from clot) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Varicose Veins How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Respiratory Health, Lung & SinusAsthma , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Lungs Irritated / Inflamed How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Reproductive HealthClots in menstrual blood , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Dry / light period , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Infertility , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Insufficient Breast Milk , 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 libido , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. No period , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Painful menstruation & menstrual cramps , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Vaginal dryness 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 & SleepConflict makes me depressed, lazy , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Confusion / 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. Cry easily , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Depressed , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Depressed when stressed , 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 concentrating , 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 falling asleep , 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 Stress , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Headache , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Illegal Drugs (marijuana, cocaine, etc) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Intense emotions , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Migraines , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Overwhelmed by responsibilities , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Self Critical , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Workaholic How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bowel, Poop EliminationFrothy Stool / with Bubbles , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool entirely liquid, no solid pieces , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool in mushy pieces mixed with liquid , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Stool thick mud How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DigestionIntestinal colic / spasm / cramping , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Irregular/small appetite , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Malabsorption , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Popping/clicking/locking jaw , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Ulcerative Colitis How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Bones, Muscles & TendonsOsteoarthritis , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Rheumatoid Arthritis 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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