AYURVEDIC FOODS

Kefir Benefits (According to Ayurveda)

How Does This Ayurvedic Food Improve Wellness?

CLINICAL AYURVEDIC REVIEW

Kefir is a thin yogurt drink that cools and soothes as it refreshes. Its sour taste, like yogurt, improves its digestibility when compared with other dairy products. As it is less thick than yogurt, it also digests more easily than yogurt. Kefir can aggravate sluggish, Kapha digestion. If your digestion is sluggish and heavy, add warming spices like ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, or cardamom.

Buying & Preparation

Beware, many kefir drinks come loaded with sugar.

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Is Kefir Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?

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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.
SERVING SIZE: 1/4 c

MEAL: DRINK

Metabolic Nature of Kefir

See a complete list of all biocharacteristics.
INCREASES
Guna Help

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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GOOEY

ABOUT GOOEY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

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

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HEAVY

ABOUT HEAVY BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Heavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.

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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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SOUR

ABOUT SOUR BIOCHARACTERISTIC

Sour refers to anything fermented or acidic.

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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
Vata pacifying
AGGRAVATES
Kapha aggravating Pitta aggravating
HERBAL ACTIONS
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Medicinal Benefits, Uses & Herbal Actions of Kefir
Help
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.

Improves Focus

IMPROVES-FOCUS

Reduces scattered thoughts. Creates a steady mind. Includes herbs that relax (for Vata) and herbs that stimulate (for Kapha).

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Nutritive

NUTRITIVE

An herb that is strengthening and nourishing.

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Demulcent

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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Lowers Blood Sugar

LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGAR

An herb that lowers blood sugar.

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Foods with a Similar Nature to Kefir

Yogurt

Yogurt has these Actions in Common

Improves-focus, Lowers-blood-sugar, Demulcent, Nutritive

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Okra

Okra has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Lowers-blood-sugar, Nutritive

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Homemade Yogurt

Homemade Yogurt has these Actions in Common

Nutritive, Demulcent, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Barley

Barley has these Actions in Common

Nutritive, Demulcent, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Flax Seed

Flax Seed has these Actions in Common

Nutritive, Demulcent, Lowers-blood-sugar

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Blueberry

Blueberry has these Actions in Common

Lowers-blood-sugar, Nutritive, Improves-focus

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Fenugreek

Fenugreek has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Lowers-blood-sugar, Nutritive

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Romano Cheese

Romano Cheese has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Umeboshi Plums

Umeboshi Plums has these Actions in Common

Improves-focus, Nutritive

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Potato Starch

Potato Starch has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Herb Supplements with a Similar Nature to Kefir

Vidari

Vidari has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Lowers-blood-sugar, Nutritive

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Amalaki

Amalaki has these Actions in Common

Improves-focus, Lowers-blood-sugar, Nutritive

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Asparagus root

Asparagus root has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Slippery Elm

Slippery Elm has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Safed Musali

Safed Musali has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Solomon's Seal

Solomon's Seal has these Actions in Common

Nutritive, Demulcent

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Comfrey Root

Comfrey Root has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Vata Shirodhara Oil

Vata Shirodhara Oil has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Bala

Bala has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Cornsilk

Cornsilk has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Red Clover

Red Clover has these Actions in Common

Demulcent, Nutritive

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Impact of Kefir

In each clinical research trial below, students from the Joyful Belly School of Ayurveda ate the selected food for 3 days and reported the pharmacological effects. See other clinical research trials for diet & herbs at Joyful Belly.

TEMPERATURE/CIRCULATION

How did Kefir affect your temperature?

0
8
15
5
3
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your ear temperature?

5
25
1
HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

SweatHow did Kefir affect your sweat quantity?

0
0
25
6
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

0
1
5
0
25
Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

12
7
0
12
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

10
1
20
More Swelling (larger/fatter)Less Swelling (smaller/thinner)No Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

3
7
16
5
0
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

3
7
16
4
1
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

TOXINS

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

0
1
15
9
6
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the intensity of your stool smell?

0
0
17
12
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

1
1
10
17
2
Much smaller/thinner coatingSlightly less coatingSameSlightly larger/thicker coatingMuch larger coating
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the color of your tongue coating?

2
0
1
15
13
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your throat soreness?

2
29
0
More soreNo ChangeLess sore
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the intensity of your urine smell?

0
0
26
4
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

0
0
29
2
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the intensity of your sweat smell?

0
0
22
9
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your acne?

2
29
0
More acneNo ChangeLess acne
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

1
30
0
DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

1
1
1
0
0
Redder/BloodshotYellowerGrayerBrownerWhiter
28
No Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

0
1
29
1
More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

HYDRATION

UrineHow did Kefir affect your urine frequency/quantity?

0
3
25
3
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the dryness of your skin?

1
6
24
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the puffiness of your lower eyelid?

5
26
0
PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the cracks on your tongue?

0
2
22
6
1
Much more/larger/longer cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly lessMuch less/smaller/shorter cracks
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

FLUID-THICKNESS

How did Kefir affect your ear pressure?

5
26
0
More pressureNo ChangeLess pressure
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

RespiratoryHow did Kefir affect your level of sinus congestion?

14
17
0
More congestionNo ChangeLess congestion
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

12
18
1
More thickNo ChangeLess thick
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

NERVOUS-SYSTEM

How did Kefir affect your energy levels?

3
5
15
7
1
Much less energySlightly less energySameSlightly more energyMuch more energy
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your muscle tension?

1
4
22
3
1
Much less tensionSlightly less tensionSameSlightly more tensionMuch more tension
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your anxiety levels?

1
4
17
7
2
Much less anxietySlightly less anxietySameSlightly more anxietyMuch more anxiety
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

4
26
1
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

DIGESTION

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

3
7
16
4
1
Much fasterSlightly fasterSameSlightly slowerMuch slower
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

0
1
15
9
6
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

3
7
16
5
0
Much less hungrySlightly less hungrySameSlightly hungrierMuch hungrier
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

0
7
18
6
0
Much reliefSlight reliefSameSlightly more burningMuch more burning
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

TONGUE

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

12
7
0
12
PalerRedderBluerNo Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

10
1
20
More Swelling (larger/fatter)Less Swelling (smaller/thinner)No Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

1
1
10
17
2
Much smaller/thinner coatingSlightly less coatingSameSlightly larger/thicker coatingMuch larger coating
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the color of your tongue coating?

2
0
1
15
13
YellowerBrownerGrayerWhiterNo Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

4
26
1
More stillNo ChangeMore Trembling / Jittery
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the cracks on your tongue?

0
2
22
6
1
Much more/larger/longer cracksSlightly moreSameSlightly lessMuch less/smaller/shorter cracks
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

STOOL

How did Kefir affect your stool frequency/quantity?

2
3
13
11
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your stool color?

5
1
3
2
20
More yellowMore grayMore greenMore orangeSame
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the intensity of your stool smell?

0
0
17
12
2
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your stool lightness?

2
7
15
5
2
Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly darkerMuch darker
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your stool consistency?

5
12
9
2
3
Much softerSlightly softerSameSlightly harderMuch harder
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

URINE

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

0
0
29
2
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMany more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

UrineHow did Kefir affect your urine frequency/quantity?

0
3
25
3
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the shade of your urine?

1
1
22
7
0
Much lighterSlightly lighterSameSlightly DarkerMuch Darker
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your urine clarity?

3
26
2
More cloudySameMore clear
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the intensity of your urine smell?

0
0
26
4
1
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

SWEAT

How did Kefir affect the intensity of your sweat smell?

0
0
22
9
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

SweatHow did Kefir affect your sweat quantity?

0
0
25
6
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

SKIN

How did Kefir affect the dryness of your skin?

1
6
24
DrierOilierNo Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

1
30
0
DarkerNo ChangeLighter
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your acne?

2
29
0
More acneNo ChangeLess acne
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

0
1
5
0
25
Yellower/GreenerPalerRedderGrayerNo Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

EYE

VisionHow did Kefir affect your vision clarity?

0
3
28
0
0
Much less clearSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more clear
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

0
1
29
1
More green/dark greenMore purpleNo ChangeLess green/purple
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the puffiness of your lower eyelid?

5
26
0
PuffierNo ChangeLess Puffy
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

1
1
1
0
0
Redder/BloodshotYellowerGrayerBrownerWhiter
28
No Change
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

ENT

How did Kefir affect your throat soreness?

2
29
0
More soreNo ChangeLess sore
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect the thickness of your mucous congestion?

12
18
1
More thickNo ChangeLess thick
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your ear temperature?

5
25
1
HotterNo ChangeCooler
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your ear pressure?

5
26
0
More pressureNo ChangeLess pressure
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

RespiratoryHow did Kefir affect your level of sinus congestion?

14
17
0
More congestionNo ChangeLess congestion
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

SYSTEMIC

How did Kefir affect your anxiety levels?

1
4
17
7
2
Much less anxietySlightly less anxietySameSlightly more anxietyMuch more anxiety
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your muscle tension?

1
4
22
3
1
Much less tensionSlightly less tensionSameSlightly more tensionMuch more tension
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your temperature?

0
8
15
5
3
Much colderSlightly colderSameSlightly warmerMuch warmer
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your energy levels?

3
5
15
7
1
Much less energySlightly less energySameSlightly more energyMuch more energy
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

HEART

How did Kefir affect your heart rate?

0
1
24
5
1
Much slowerSlightly slowerSameSlightly fasterMuch faster
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

How did Kefir affect your heart rhythm?

1
30
0
More palpitationsSameLess palpitations
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

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

0
0
31
0
0
Much lessSlightly lessSameSlightly moreMuch more
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)

PRIOR

What is your level of experience with Kefir?

14
17
I studied / have knowledge of <I do not have knowledge of <>
Total Responses: 31 Study ID:172 (2024-06-10 - 2024-07-12)


Joyful Belly is a recognized school of biocharacteristics medicine.

TRADITIONALLY INDICATED FOR THESE SYMPTOMS

Kefir 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.

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.

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About John Joseph Immel

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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Pitta does better with kefir that is made fresh, rather than store bought.
- Kimberly Kubicke, Asbury park, NJ , 12-18-15 (Reply)
As indicated above, kefir is generally not ideal for Kapha individuals. It is possible to warm kefir up by adding some warm - not hot - water to it.
- Kimberly Kubicke, Asbury park, NJ , 01-20-16 (Reply)

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