College of Ayurvedic Diet & Digestion

College of Ayurvedic Diet & Digestion

 

AYURVEDIC FOODS

Tapioca Benefits (According to Ayurveda)


How Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Recipes with Tapioca: Lemon & Saffron Tapioca Pudding
Recipes with Tapioca: Lemon & Saffron Tapioca Pudding
Tapioca will continue to absorb water even in the colon, leading to dryness and constipation. Make sure your tapioca is fully cooked to avoid this. Also, tapioca is very sticky and may end up forming a large mass in the cecum, leading to stagnation of the bowels.

About Tapioca

Tapioca is actually made from tree resin. Like most resins tapioca is sticky.

Cooking Tapioca

Plenty of water and for a long time.

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Is Tapioca Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?

Find out by taking this free, easy quiz. You'll learn your body type, and whether 'Tapioca' is a good fit. Complete the basic quiz in 1 minute, or go deeper with additional quizzes at your own leisure to learn more about your body.

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 Tapioca

See a complete list of all biocharacteristics.

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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GOOEY

ABOUT GOOEY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Gooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.

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EASY

ABOUT EASY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Easy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.

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COLD

ABOUT COLD BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Cold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.

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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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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
Pitta pacifying Vata pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Kapha 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
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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AGGRAVATES
PHLEGMATIC

ABOUT PHLEGMATIC BIOCHARACTERISTIC

A Phlegmatic has a cold and wet metabolic nature. The coldness implies a slow metabolism, the moisture that you are well-nourished. Phlegmatics tend towards sluggishness and thickened fluids, including mucus.

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SANGUINE

ABOUT SANGUINE BIOCHARACTERISTIC

A hot and oily nature with a moderate metabolism and a well nourished body makes Sanguine individuals vigorous, vivacious, outgoing and generous, and prone to impulsivity and self indulgence. Bullish and intense when out of balance.

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Other

Blood Plasma Lymph

BLOOD-PLASMA-LYMPH

Plasma (Rasa Dhatu) includes plasma, white blood cells, and lymph.

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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Tapioca
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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Satisfies Stomach

SATISFIES-STOMACH

Provides a sense of gratification and fullness in the stomach.

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Nutritive

NUTRITIVE

An herb that is strengthening and nourishing.

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Demulcent

STRONG DEMULCENT

Herbs that coat or form a soothing film over a mucous membrane, relieving minor pain and inflammation of the membrane.

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Soothes Throat

SOOTHES-THROAT

Soothes throat discomfort, including from a sore or ticklish throat.

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Constituents:
Carbohydrate,
Phytates

PHYTATES

Phytates prevent absorption of nutrients. They are commonly found in all seeds, including nuts, grains, and beans. Sprouting greatly reduces phytate content, as well as long, slow cooking with vinegar.

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Foods with a Similar Nature to Tapioca

  • Buffalo Milk

    Buffalo Milk has these Actions in Common

    Satisfies-stomach, Demulcent, Soothes-throat, Nutritive

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  • Milk

    Milk has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Soothes-throat, Nutritive, Satisfies-stomach

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  • Cheddar Cheese

    Cheddar Cheese has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Satisfies-stomach, Demulcent

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  • Cream Cheese

    Cream Cheese has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Satisfies-stomach, Demulcent

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  • Heavy Cream

    Heavy Cream has these Actions in Common

    Satisfies-stomach, Demulcent, Nutritive

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  • Pasta

    Pasta has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Satisfies-stomach, Demulcent

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  • Condensed Milk

    Condensed Milk has these Actions in Common

    Satisfies-stomach, Demulcent, Nutritive

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  • Taro Root

    Taro Root has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Nutritive, Satisfies-stomach

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  • Basmati Rice

    Basmati Rice has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Satisfies-stomach, Demulcent

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  • Mozarella Cheese

    Mozarella Cheese has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Satisfies-stomach, Demulcent

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Herbs & Supplements with a Similar Nature to Tapioca

  • Shatavari

    Shatavari has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Nutritive, Soothes-throat

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  • Vidari

    Vidari has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Nutritive, Soothes-throat

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  • Licorice Ghee (9oz)

    Licorice Ghee (9oz) has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Soothes-throat, Demulcent

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  • Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)

    Licorice Root (Yastimadhu) has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Nutritive, Soothes-throat

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  • Asparagus root

    Asparagus root has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Demulcent

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  • Slippery Elm

    Slippery Elm has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Nutritive

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  • Coltsfoot

    Coltsfoot has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Soothes-throat

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  • Borage Leaf

    Borage Leaf has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Soothes-throat

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  • Safed Musali

    Safed Musali has these Actions in Common

    Nutritive, Demulcent

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  • Humidifier

    Humidifier has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Soothes-throat

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  • Solomon's Seal

    Solomon's Seal has these Actions in Common

    Demulcent, Nutritive

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Tapioca Impact Report

The reports shared below are part of an educational assignment completed by students at the Joyful Belly College of Ayurveda. These represent subjective experiences intended to help students explore principles of Ayurveda through personal observation. In each report below, students ate the selected food for 3 days and self-reported these effects. See other food & herb reports at Joyful Belly.

TEMPERATURE/CIRCULATION

How did Tapioca affect your temperature?

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Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your ear temperature?

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9
5
1
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HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

SweatHow did Tapioca affect your sweat quantity?

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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

SkinHow did Tapioca affect the tones / color of your skin?

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Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the color of your tongue body? *This question refers to the tongue itself, not the coating.

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12
9
6
3
0
13
4
0
8
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the swelling or size of your tongue body?

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12
8
4
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9
1
15
More Swelling (larger/fatter)Less Swelling (smaller/thinner)No Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

DigestionFor help analyzing your digestion, see overview of Digestive Health How did Tapioca

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Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your digestion speed? *This can be gauged by how quickly you feel hungry after eating and how quickly you eliminate your meal.

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Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

TOXINS

How did Tapioca affect the amount of your gas & bloating?

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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the intensity of your stool smell?

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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the thickness & size (surface area) of your tongue coating?

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12
9
6
3
0
0
3
9
11
2
Much smaller/thinner coatingSlightly less coatingSameSlightly larger/thicker coatingMuch larger coating
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the color of your tongue coating?

15
12
9
6
3
0
3
0
0
12
10
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your throat soreness?

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16
12
8
4
0
1
18
6
More soreNo ChangeLess sore
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the intensity of your urine smell?

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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

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2
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the intensity of your sweat smell?

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10
5
0
0
2
22
0
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your acne?

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12
6
0
1
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1
More acneNo ChangeLess acne
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the shade of your freckles/moles?

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24
18
12
6
0
0
25
0
DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the color of your sclera (white part of eye)?

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10
5
0
1
0
0
0
2
Redder/BloodshotYellowerGrayerBrownerWhiter
22
No Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the shade / color of your lower eyelid?

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18
12
6
0
0
0
24
1
More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

HYDRATION

UrineHow did Tapioca affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the dryness of your skin?

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20
15
10
5
0
3
1
21
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the puffiness of your lower eyelid?

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10
5
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2
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1
PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the cracks on your tongue?

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9
6
3
0
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2
13
6
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Much more/larger/longer cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly lessMuch less/smaller/shorter cracks
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

FLUID-THICKNESS

How did Tapioca affect your ear pressure?

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More pressureNo ChangeLess pressure
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

RespiratoryHow did Tapioca affect your level of sinus congestion?

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4
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1
More congestionNo ChangeLess congestion
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

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4
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8
16
1
More thickNo ChangeLess thick
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

NERVOUS-SYSTEM

How did Tapioca affect your energy levels?

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6
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0
1
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12
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Much less energySlightly less energySameSlightly more energyMuch more energy
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your muscle tension?

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0
7
13
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0
Much less tensionSlightly less tensionSameSlightly more tensionMuch more tension
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your anxiety levels?

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16
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Much less anxietySlightly less anxietySameSlightly more anxietyMuch more anxiety
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the movement or stillness of your tongue as you hold it out?

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1
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More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

DIGESTION

How did Tapioca affect the amount of your gas & bloating?

20
16
12
8
4
0
3
1
14
5
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

DigestionFor help analyzing your digestion, see overview of Digestive Health How did Tapioca

15
12
9
6
3
0
6
10
5
4
0
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect burning sensations in your digestive tract (do not include acid reflux)?

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12
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6
3
0
2
8
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0
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Much reliefSlight reliefSameSlightly more burningMuch more burning
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your digestion speed? *This can be gauged by how quickly you feel hungry after eating and how quickly you eliminate your meal.

10
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6
4
2
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0
7
8
8
2
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

TONGUE

How did Tapioca affect the color of your tongue coating?

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12
9
6
3
0
3
0
0
12
10
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the movement or stillness of your tongue as you hold it out?

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21
16
11
6
1
3
20
2
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the cracks on your tongue?

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12
9
6
3
0
0
2
13
6
4
Much more/larger/longer cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly lessMuch less/smaller/shorter cracks
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the color of your tongue body? *This question refers to the tongue itself, not the coating.

15
12
9
6
3
0
13
4
0
8
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the swelling or size of your tongue body?

20
16
12
8
4
0
9
1
15
More Swelling (larger/fatter)Less Swelling (smaller/thinner)No Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the thickness & size (surface area) of your tongue coating?

15
12
9
6
3
0
0
3
9
11
2
Much smaller/thinner coatingSlightly less coatingSameSlightly larger/thicker coatingMuch larger coating
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

STOOL

How did Tapioca affect your stool lightness?

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1
4
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Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly darkerMuch darker
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your stool consistency?

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Much softerSlightly softerSameSlightly harderMuch harder
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your stool frequency/quantity?

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7
5
3
1
3
6
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8
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your stool color?

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More yellowMore grayMore greenMore orangeSame
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the intensity of your stool smell?

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14
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

URINE

UrineHow did Tapioca affect your urine frequency/quantity?

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4
17
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the shade of your urine?

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17
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Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly DarkerMuch Darker
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your urine clarity?

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More cloudySameMore clear
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the intensity of your urine smell?

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10
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the amount of bubbles in your urine?

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2
22
1
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Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

SWEAT

How did Tapioca affect the intensity of your sweat smell?

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15
10
5
0
0
2
22
0
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

SweatHow did Tapioca affect your sweat quantity?

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16
12
8
4
0
0
4
18
2
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

SKIN

How did Tapioca affect the dryness of your skin?

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20
15
10
5
0
3
1
21
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the shade of your freckles/moles?

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24
18
12
6
0
0
25
0
DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your acne?

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Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

SkinHow did Tapioca affect the tones / color of your skin?

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Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

EYE

How did Tapioca affect the shade / color of your lower eyelid?

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More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the puffiness of your lower eyelid?

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PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect the color of your sclera (white part of eye)?

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Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

VisionHow did Tapioca affect your vision clarity?

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Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

ENT

How did Tapioca affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

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Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your ear temperature?

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HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your ear pressure?

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Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

RespiratoryHow did Tapioca affect your level of sinus congestion?

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Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your throat soreness?

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Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

SYSTEMIC

How did Tapioca affect your muscle tension?

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Much less tensionSlightly less tensionSameSlightly more tensionMuch more tension
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your temperature?

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Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your energy levels?

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Much less energySlightly less energySameSlightly more energyMuch more energy
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your anxiety levels?

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Much less anxietySlightly less anxietySameSlightly more anxietyMuch more anxiety
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

HEART

How did Tapioca affect your heart rhythm?

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More palpitationsSameLess palpitations
Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your heart pain/pressure/cramping?

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Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

How did Tapioca affect your heart rate?

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Total Responses: 25 REPORT ID:161 (2023-12-05 - 2023-12-11)

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Tapioca 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.

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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.

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Jess Allen park, MI
2012-10-03
“Why is tapioca listed as being both tamasic and sattvic? Is that possible?"
“Yes - tapioca is sattvic as milk is sattvic - it nourishes ojas, has wholesomeness and purity. However, tapioca and milk are both heavy. For some individuals, this means they could have a tamasic effect as well. So I listed it in both."
Aashish Chaudhary Waterford, NY
2021-10-08
“Milk is tamsic is something that contradicts ancient ayurveda. Are you suggesting that anything that is heavy is tamsic? That does not sounds right as per ayurveda principles. Could you elaborate?"
“Agreed - according to classical Ayurveda, these are both sattvic. Since they are heavy, they could have a tamasic effect for some Kapha individuals. That is why I listed as both. Part of the issue here is that sattva and tamasic are spiritual terms for a specific tradition. Generally, I don't consider these terms medical but philosophical, hence the confusion."
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