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 Sign in to review this food42 likesTable of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWLearn about the health benefits of sassafras leaf 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 Sassafras Leaf Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/16 tsp SPECIES: Sassafras albidum FAMILY:
Lauraceae 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 Sassafras Leaf: 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.DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.DEMULCENTHerbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.ALTERATIVERestores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.BLOOD-THINNERHerbs that thin the blood. Helpful for people with heart disease or clogged circulation.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Sassafras Leaf with these FoodsTarragon Tarragon has these Actions in CommonBlood-thinner, Spleen-tonic, Diaphoretic, Alterative, DigestiveSafflower Safflower has these Actions in CommonBlood-thinner, Spleen-tonic, Diaphoretic, DigestiveScallions (Raw) Scallions (Raw) has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Blood-thinner, Spleen-tonicCoriander Seed Coriander Seed has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Alterative, Spleen-tonic, DiaphoreticChamomile Chamomile has these Actions in CommonBlood-thinner, Spleen-tonic, Diaphoretic, DigestiveCilantro Cilantro has these Actions in CommonBlood-thinner, Digestive, Alterative, Spleen-tonicDaikon Radish Daikon Radish has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Blood-thinner, Spleen-tonic, DiaphoreticSaffron Saffron has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Blood-thinner, Spleen-tonic, DiaphoreticFenugreek Fenugreek has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Demulcent, Spleen-tonicCinnamon Cinnamon has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Demulcent, Spleen-tonicCompare Sassafras Leaf with these Herb SupplementsSassafras Root Sassafras Root has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Blood-thinner, Demulcent, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Spleen-tonicManjistha Manjistha has these Actions in CommonBlood-thinner, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, AlterativeCumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea Cumin, Coriander, Fennel Tea has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Spleen-tonicCleavers Cleavers has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Blood-thinner, DemulcentMahasudarshan Mahasudarshan has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonicJamaica Sarsaparilla Root Jamaica Sarsaparilla Root has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Spleen-tonic, DiaphoreticEchinacea Echinacea has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Diaphoretic, DigestiveGuggulu Guggulu has these Actions in CommonAlterative, Blood-thinner, Spleen-tonicWild Ginger Wild Ginger has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Spleen-tonicElecampane Elecampane has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Alterative, DiaphoreticAngelica Angelica has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Blood-thinnerHEALTH & 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 SummerSassafras Leaf is recommended for Summer. Check out these other Summer foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Sassafras Leaf'Do you like 'sassafras leaf'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'sassafras leaf'?42 likes Sign in to review this food
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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