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Table of ContentsHow Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEWTamarind is hot and can provoke rashes. Paradoxically, tamarind poultice has been used for fevers, most likely as sour taste brings blood flow close to the skin. This blood moving property also increases wound secretions,and can be used to clean out wounds of slough and impurities. One student reports, "My grandma, who lives close to Bombay, told us as kids to avoid tamarind and green mangos whenever we caught a cold. Instead, people take tamarind as a digestive on hot summer days." This use of tamarind in summer serves a similar purpose to lemonade in summer - it dilates blood vessel to aid release of summer heat. The sourness of tamarind is a useful sialogogue for a dry mouth. It wakes you up, brings you back into focus. ABOUT TAMARINDBUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING TAMARIND Browse RecipesTamarind is sour and pasty. It is brown in color. Learn about the health benefits of tamarind 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 Tamarind Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?SERVING SIZE: 1 tsp SPECIES: Tamarindus indica FAMILY:
Fabaceae MEAL: EAT IN: FOR OCCASION: AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL BIOCHARACTERISTICSSee a complete list of all biocharacteristics.
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 Tamarind: STRONG SIALOGOGUE A sialogogue increases saliva. Sour foods are often great sialogogues, and increase output of all exocrine glands. Salty taste is very moistening as well. Bitter, pungent and sweettastes also increase salivary output but to a lesser degree. Astringents. DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.STRONG STOOL-SOFTENER An herb that softens stool that is hard and difficult to pass. They are the safest and most gentle type of laxative. Some foods are even stool softeners, such as warm milk with ghee. GENERAL-LAXATIVEPromotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives...IMPROVES-FOCUSReduces scattered thoughts. Creates a steady mind. Includes herbs that relax (for Vata) and herbs that stimulate (for Kapha).STIMULATES-ENERGYThis category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.ANTIPYRETICReduces a fever / febrifuge.INOSITOLInositol is an alcohol sugar made naturally in the human body from glucose. It is lipotropic (aiding fat metabilism in the liver). It affects a variety of hormones, neurotransmitters, steroid, growth factors and water.
Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine. Compare Tamarind with these FoodsLime Lime has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Sialogogue, General-laxative, Stool-softener, Diaphoretic, Improves-focusLemon Lemon has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Sialogogue, General-laxative, Stool-softener, Diaphoretic, Improves-focusPeaches Peaches has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Sialogogue, Digestive, Stool-softenerWhite Vinegar White Vinegar has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Improves-focus, Diaphoretic, SialogogueSalt (Mineral Salt) Salt (Mineral Salt) has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Sialogogue, Digestive, Stool-softenerRed Wine Vinegar Red Wine Vinegar has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Improves-focus, Diaphoretic, SialogogueApple Cider Vinegar Apple Cider Vinegar has these Actions in CommonImproves-focus, Diaphoretic, Sialogogue, General-laxativeGinger (Dried) Ginger (Dried) has these Actions in CommonSialogogue, Diaphoretic, Stimulates-energy, DigestiveCrystallized Ginger Crystallized Ginger has these Actions in CommonSialogogue, Diaphoretic, Stimulates-energy, DigestiveDill Dill has these Actions in CommonAntipyretic, Stimulates-energy, Diaphoretic, DigestiveCompare Tamarind with these Herb SupplementsAmalaki Amalaki has these Actions in CommonImproves-focus, Sialogogue, Stimulates-energy, Stool-softener, Antipyretic, Digestive, General-laxativeTriphala Triphala has these Actions in CommonDigestive, General-laxative, Improves-focus, Sialogogue, Stool-softenerSchisandra Schisandra has these Actions in CommonImproves-focus, Sialogogue, Stimulates-energy, DigestiveWild Ginger Wild Ginger has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Sialogogue, Stimulates-energyHaritaki Haritaki has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Sialogogue, Stool-softener, DigestiveGarcinia Cambogia Fruit Garcinia Cambogia Fruit has these Actions in CommonDigestive, Improves-focus, SialogogueAbhayrishta- Colon Tonic Abhayrishta- Colon Tonic has these Actions in CommonGeneral-laxative, Stool-softener, DigestivePrickly Ash Prickly Ash has these Actions in CommonDiaphoretic, Digestive, Stimulates-energySitopaladi Sitopaladi has these Actions in CommonAntipyretic, Diaphoretic, DigestiveBoneset Boneset has these Actions in CommonAntipyretic, Diaphoretic, General-laxativeTriphala Guggulu Triphala Guggulu has these Actions in CommonDigestive, General-laxative, Stool-softenerTamarind Research & Clinical TrialsTEMPERATURE/CIRCULATIONHow did Tamarind affect your temperature?
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TOXINSHow did Tamarind affect the amount of gas & bloating?
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Tongue: How did Tamarind affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?
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HYDRATIONHow did Tamarind affect your urine frequency/quantity?
NERVOUS-SYSTEMHow did Tamarind affect your energy levels?
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DIGESTIONHow did Tamarind affect your appetite/hunger?
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TONGUEHow did Tamarind affect the color of your tongue coating?
Tongue: How did Tamarind affect the thickness & size of your tongue coating?
STOOLHow did Tamarind affect your stool frequency/quantity?
How did Tamarind affect your stool color?
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URINEHow did Tamarind affect your urine smell?
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SWEATHow did Tamarind affect your sweat smell?
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SYSTEMICHow did Tamarind affect your temperature?
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How did Tamarind affect your muscle tension?
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HEALTH & 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 SummerTamarind is recommended for Summer. Check out these other Summer foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Tamarind'Do you like 'tamarind'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'tamarind'? (5.00 out of 5 stars) 1 rating, 63 likes Sign in to review this food
Sour generally pacifies Vata and Vata pacification is especially needed during the fall / early winter which is Vata time of year. This time of year Vata is naturally elevated in everyone.
Sour generally pacifies Vata and Vata pacification is especially needed during the fall / early winter which is Vata time of year. This time of year Vata is naturally elevated in everyone.
TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMSTamarind 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.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. 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 waking up , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Excessive sleep , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Sleep deep & long, trouble waking up , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Sleep during the day , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Tired in morning 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 EliminationConstipation , 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 eliminating , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Less than 1 elimination a day , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Rabbit pellet / Hard lumpy stool , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Straining to eliminate How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. DigestionDry Mouth / Tongue , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Hemorrhoids , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Pain left lower abdomen , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Quickly full / early satiety , How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Slow, heavy digestion How does IT FEELS BETTER IT FEELS WORSE IT FEELS THE SAME We will use this information to better predict food that helps you. Skin CareDry skin 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 & CirculationLow energy 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 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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