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How Can This Ayurvedic Food Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISSoothing, Cooling SquashThe vivid colors of summer squash appeal to the eyes, while its soothing and cooling qualities assuage late-summer exhaustion due to heat. A taste of these sweet, watery vegetables rehydrates and cools you off after a long day under the sun. Its gentleness and easy digestibility make it a perfect remedy for hot, sluggish August days. When sauteed lightly in ghee, summer squash takes on a rich, oily quality which it makes more satisfying and even easier to digest.Cooked summer squash is extremely easy to digest, making it a favorite for clients suffering from constipation, acid reflux, fatigue after meals, and many other disorders. BUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING SUMMER SQUASH Browse RecipesLearn about the health benefits of summer squash 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 Summer Squash Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1/2 c SPECIES: Cucurbita pepo FAMILY:
Cucurbitaceae 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 Summer Squash: Quenches thirst QUENCHES-THIRSTAn herb or substance that relieves thirst.Relieves burning RELIEVES-BURNINGHerbs that soothe a burn or reduce an internal burning sensation, such as aloe vera.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Summer Squash with these FoodsWater Water has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirst, Relieves-burningHoney Dew Honey Dew has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirst, Relieves-burningJackfruit Jackfruit has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirst, Relieves-burningIce cube Ice cube has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirstJaggery Jaggery has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirstCabbage (cooked) Cabbage (cooked) has these Actions in CommonRelieves-burningPeaches Peaches has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirstOrange Orange has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirstCoconut Water Coconut Water has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirstPineapple Pineapple has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirstCompare Summer Squash with these ProductsKutaja Bark Kutaja Bark has these Actions in CommonRelieves-burningSitopaladi Sitopaladi has these Actions in CommonRelieves-burningSolomon's Seal Solomon's Seal has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirstShatavari Ghee Shatavari Ghee has these Actions in CommonRelieves-burningWitch Hazel Witch Hazel has these Actions in CommonRelieves-burningShatavari Shatavari has these Actions in CommonRelieves-burningAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonQuenches-thirstHEALTH & 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 SummerSummer Squash is recommended for Summer. Check out these other Summer foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Summer Squash'Do you like 'summer squash'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'summer squash'? (5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 251 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. 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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