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Turmeric Shot With Apple, Ginger & Cayenne

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How to Make Turmeric Shot with Apple, Ginger & Cayenne

SERVINGS: 1
PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES
COOK TIME: 0 MINUTES
SKILL LEVEL: EASY

INGREDIENTS


SKILL LEVEL: EASY
1 whole
1 inch
1/2 inch
2 pinch

PREPARATION OF THIS HEALTHY RECIPE

Juice with a vegetable juicer or puree in blender with 1/2c water.

How Does This Ayurvedic Recipe Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

This turmeric shot includes searing hot, clearing spices balanced by the juicy, crisp sweetness of a green apple. Combining the effects of a hot cedarwood sauna with the tart sweetness of apple cider, it's perfect whenever Jack Frost rules the wonderland of winter.

Throughout January, something inside of us subtly begins to shift. Cravings for rich, heavy foods ebb. The deep cold mixed with returning light inspires us to cleanse.

This perfect Winter pick-me-up clears the channels, dispels internal cold, gets your blood flowing, and re-invigorates your body. It truly stokes the fire within.

Turmeric invigorates the blood (rakta), and gets circulation moving into the nooks and crannies of your peripheries and extremities that may feel boggy after heavy meals or cold temperatures.

Ginger and cayenne stimulate the heart (cardiac stimulant) and get vitality pumping through heavy limbs.

All three of these ingredients ignite digestion and dilate blood vessels, allowing your inner warmth to circulate your body, much like a hearthfire that warms your childhood home.

Turmeric Shot With Apple, Ginger & Cayenne will wake up your mind, clear your lungs, restore glow to your skin, and stimulate digestion. What more could you ask for in such a small, post-holiday package as this?

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.

Is Turmeric Shot with Apple, Ginger & Cayenne Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?

Find out by taking this free, easy quiz. You'll learn your body type, and whether 'Turmeric Shot with Apple, Ginger & Cayenne' 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.
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INCREASES
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Increases These Biocharacteristics (Gunas)

Functional Ayurveda helps you assess imbalances through 20 main biocharacteristics (gunas). Aggravating these characteristics weakens your body and causes imbalance. By knowing which characteristics are habitually imbalanced in your body, you will be able to identify and correct imbalances before you get sick. Every characteristic has an opposite which balances it (i.e. hot balances cold). You restore balance by favoring diet and lifestyle choices that increase the opposite characteristic.

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MOBILE

ABOUT MOBILE BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Mobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.

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LIQUEFIED

ABOUT LIQUEFIED BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Substances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.

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LIGHT

ABOUT LIGHT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Lightness is identified by reduced weight.

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CLEAR

ABOUT CLEAR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Clear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.

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HOT

ABOUT HOT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Hot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.

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DRY

ABOUT DRY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Dry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.

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TASTES
Taste Help

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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BITTER

ABOUT BITTER BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Bitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.

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PUNGENT

ABOUT PUNGENT BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Pungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.

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DOSHAS
Dosha Help

The Three Doshas / Body Types

According to the biocharacteristic theory of medicine, people tend to get sick, over and over again, due to habitual causes and imbalances that are unique to the person. Your body type summarizes this tendency, showing you the 'type' of conditions and imbalances that frequently challenge your health & wellness. Using body type, you can also identify remedies likely to improve your strength and resiliency. Your body type identifies physical and mental characteristics as well as your personal strengths and weaknesses. The calculation of your body type is based on your medical history.

The 3 functional body types (doshas), are Catabolic (Vata), Metabolic (Pitta), and Anabolic (Kapha). Catabolic individuals tend to break down body mass into energy. They are easily stimulated, hyperactive, underweight and dry. Metabolic individuals tend to burn or use energy. They tend to be rosy-cheeked, easily irritated, focused, driven, and easily inflamed. Anabolic individuals tend to store energy as body mass. If they store too much energy, they could gain weight easily and have congestion. Anabolic people tend to be stable and grounded.

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PACIFIES
Kapha pacifying Vata pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Pitta aggravating
HAS THE FOLLOWING
Subtaste:
Aromatic

AROMATIC

Herbs or spices with volatile essential oils that present strong aromas. Aromatic oils shock, refresh and numb tissue, with the end result of relaxing, opening and clearing stagnant fluids in tissues.

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Moves Energy:
Upward

UPWARD

Upward-moving substances (Urdvha Gati Marga) include anything stimulating or activating, or that move upward in the body.

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Outward

OUTWARD

Outward-moving substances stimulate circulation, push heat towards the skin, or are stimulating.

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Tissue (dhatu):
Red Blood

RED-BLOOD

Red blood (Rakta Dhatu) includes red blood cells and blood vessels.

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HERBAL ACTIONS
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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Turmeric Shot with Apple, Ginger & Cayenne
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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.

Appetite Suppressant

APPETITE-SUPPRESSANT

Suppresses hunger without causing weight gain.

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Spleen Tonic

SPLEEN-TONIC

An herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.

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Digestive

DIGESTIVE

Herbs that encourage healthy digestion.

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Internal Detoxicant

INTERNAL-DETOXICANT

Liquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.

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Wakes You Up

WAKES-YOU-UP

Invigorates the body and nervous system, increases energy.

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Stimulates Energy

STIMULATES-ENERGY

This category groups thyroid and adrenal stimulating herbs.

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Refreshing

REFRESHING

Stimulates and wakes up the body, leaving it feeling cool, fresh, and energized.

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Diaphoretic

DIAPHORETIC

An herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.

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Skin Tonic

SKIN-TONIC

An herb that strengthens and nourishes skin, improving tone, color, moisture and complexion.

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Antifibrotic

ANTIFIBROTIC

Fibrosis of an organ is often a progressive leading to organ failure (i.e lungs, liver, kidney). While vulneraries usually help restore collagen, antifibrotic herbs often clear collagen. Aka fibrinolytic.

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Flushes Sinuses

FLUSHES-SINUSES

An herb that relieves sinus congestion by flushing out mucus.

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Warms Chest

WARMS-CHEST

Warms the chest and lungs, clearing mucus and allowing for clear breathing. Often these herbs are hot, aromatic, and pungent.

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Cardiac Stimulant

CARDIAC-STIMULANT

Herbs that increase the heart rate. Useful in cardiovascular health, blood stagnation, and subjective feeling of heaviness in the chest area.

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Vasodilator

VASODILATOR

A vasodilator is an herb that widens the blood vessels by the relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, thereby increasing circulation systemically or to a local area.

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Antioxidant

ANTIOXIDANT

An antioxidant is a molecule that inhibits oxidation. Oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals that lead to a chain reaction causing damage or death to cells. Antioxidants terminate these oxidation reactions.

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Antiplatelet

ANTIPLATELET

An herb that inhibits clotting, dissolves clots, thins the blood, or destroys platelets, therefore reducing the tendency of blood to form clots. They are useful in cardiovascular disease, clots, and stroke. Aka anticoagulant.

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Constituents:
5a Reductase Inhibitor, Tannins,
Catechins

CATECHINS

Antioxidant that reduces cancer and blood clots, dilates blood vessels, and is antimicrobial.

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, Soluble Fiber, Vitamin C, Polysaccharides

Foods with a Similar Nature to Turmeric Shot with Apple, Ginger & Cayenne

Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne Pepper has these Actions in Common

Vasodilator, Antifibrotic, Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant, Warms-chest, Antiplatelet, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Cardiac-stimulant, Flushes-sinuses

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Ginger (Fresh)

Ginger (Fresh) has these Actions in Common

Antiplatelet, Internal-detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Cardiac-stimulant, Refreshing, Vasodilator, Antifibrotic, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Wakes-you-up

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Mustard Powder

Mustard Powder has these Actions in Common

Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Wakes-you-up, Cardiac-stimulant, Flushes-sinuses, Stimulates-energy, Warms-chest, Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator

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Mustard

Mustard has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Wakes-you-up, Cardiac-stimulant, Flushes-sinuses, Stimulates-energy, Warms-chest

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Mustard Seed

Mustard Seed has these Actions in Common

Cardiac-stimulant, Flushes-sinuses, Stimulates-energy, Warms-chest, Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Wakes-you-up

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Turmeric

Turmeric has these Actions in Common

Antioxidant, Flushes-sinuses, Spleen-tonic, Antiplatelet, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Antifibrotic, Digestive, Skin-tonic, Warms-chest

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Ginger (Dried)

Ginger (Dried) has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Warms-chest, Antiplatelet, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Cardiac-stimulant, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator

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Crystallized Ginger

Crystallized Ginger has these Actions in Common

Cardiac-stimulant, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Diaphoretic, Spleen-tonic, Warms-chest, Antiplatelet, Digestive, Stimulates-energy

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Ajwain

Ajwain has these Actions in Common

Cardiac-stimulant, Refreshing, Vasodilator, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Wakes-you-up, Internal-detoxicant, Stimulates-energy

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Daikon Radish

Daikon Radish has these Actions in Common

Stimulates-energy, Diaphoretic, Refreshing, Warms-chest, Digestive, Spleen-tonic, Cardiac-stimulant, Flushes-sinuses

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Horseradish

Horseradish has these Actions in Common

Cardiac-stimulant, Flushes-sinuses, Wakes-you-up, Diaphoretic, Refreshing, Warms-chest, Digestive, Vasodilator

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Herb Supplements with a Similar Nature to Turmeric Shot with Apple, Ginger & Cayenne

Wild Ginger

Wild Ginger has these Actions in Common

Digestive, Internal-detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator, Warms-chest, Cardiac-stimulant, Diaphoretic

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Amalaki

Amalaki has these Actions in Common

Internal-detoxicant, Refreshing, Skin-tonic, Stimulates-energy, Wakes-you-up, Antifibrotic, Antioxidant, Digestive

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Dong Quai

Dong Quai has these Actions in Common

Digestive, Internal-detoxicant, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator, Antifibrotic, Antioxidant, Antiplatelet, Cardiac-stimulant

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Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru)

Deodar (Himalayan Cedar, Devadaru) has these Actions in Common

Warms-chest, Cardiac-stimulant, Digestive, Refreshing, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator, Wakes-you-up

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Angelica

Angelica has these Actions in Common

Antiplatelet, Cardiac-stimulant, Diaphoretic, Digestive, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator, Antioxidant

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Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi)

Holy Basil Leaf (Tulsi) has these Actions in Common

Cardiac-stimulant, Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant, Refreshing, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator, Warms-chest

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Epsom Salt Bath

Epsom Salt Bath has these Actions in Common

Cardiac-stimulant, Diaphoretic, Flushes-sinuses, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Warms-chest

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Hyssop Powder

Hyssop Powder has these Actions in Common

Refreshing, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator, Cardiac-stimulant, Diaphoretic, Internal-detoxicant

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Breathing Exercises

Breathing Exercises has these Actions in Common

Digestive, Internal-detoxicant, Refreshing, Stimulates-energy, Wakes-you-up, Cardiac-stimulant

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Hawthorne Berry & Flower

Hawthorne Berry & Flower has these Actions in Common

Antioxidant, Antiplatelet, Digestive, Internal-detoxicant, Vasodilator, Antifibrotic

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Thyme White Essential Oil - 1/3 oz

Thyme White Essential Oil - 1/3 oz has these Actions in Common

Diaphoretic, Digestive, Internal-detoxicant, Spleen-tonic, Stimulates-energy, Vasodilator

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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 7 kids, and pursuing his love of theology, philosophy, and language.

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