Browse Recipes AYURVEDIC PERSPECTIVE ON HEPATOPROTECTIVEAn herb that is capable of preventing liver damage. Many hepatoprotectives work via antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.An imbalanced liver is also helped by alteratives, immune calming herbs, antivirals, and antifibrotics. See also livotonics. Livotonics nourish the liver, and are often hepatoprotective. Herb Drug Interaction RiskAnything that strengthens or cleanses the liver can clear drugs mroe quickly, requiring a higher dose.INGREDIENTS WITH HEPATOPROTECTIVE QUALITY
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Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Beets, Dandelion Leaves, Ginger (Fresh), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.Apple Cider Vinegar, Beets, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Ginger (Fresh), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
INTERNAL-DETOXICANTLiquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Beets, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
AIRResembles air (vayu) in quality - highly mobile, drying, light, cold, subtle, rough.Apple Cider Vinegar, Beets, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
ALTERATIVERestores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGARAn herb that lowers blood sugar.Apple Cider Vinegar, Beets, Ginger (Fresh), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Ginger (Fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
HYPOLIPIDEMICScrapes fats / cleanses blood vessels by 1) purging bile, 2) strengthening the liver's ability to metabolize fats, 3) by increasing uptake of cholesterol in the liver, and 4) by inhibiting fat cells.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Beets, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
GENERAL-LAXATIVEPromotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
APPETITE-SUPPRESSANTSuppresses hunger without causing weight gain.Beets, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Ginger (Fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Apple Cider Vinegar, Beets, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
RED-BLOODRed blood (Rakta Dhatu) includes red blood cells and blood vessels.Apple Cider Vinegar, Beets, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
LIVOTONICAn herb that strengthens the liver. It is helpful for people with a history of substance abuse, chronic liver issues from hepatitis and hemolytic anemias. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or contain beta-carotene.Dandelion Leaves, Ginger (Fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves
DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.Ginger (Fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
ANTIFIBROTICFibrosis 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.Ginger (Fresh), Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Dandelion Leaves, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
IMMUNE-CALMINGHerbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.Dandelion Leaves, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
ANTIMICROBIALAn agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.Ginger (Fresh)
HYPOTENSIVEAn herb that lowers blood pressure.Ginger (Fresh)
NERVINEBalances the nervous system. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, and even chronic pain. Often they are aromatic in nature.Chickweed
REFRIGERANTAn herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Beets, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Ginger (Fresh), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Ginger (Fresh), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Ginger (Fresh), Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Beets, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Apple Cider Vinegar, Beets, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White Vinegar
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Apple Cider Vinegar, Ginger (Fresh), Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Beets, Chickweed, Dandelion Leaves, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
BITTERBitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.Apple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Beets, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Apple Cider Vinegar, Red Wine Vinegar, White Vinegar
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Chickweed
BLANDBland means doesn't have much taste. In Chinese medicine, bland taste refers to afood without little macronutrients, such as cabbage, radish or bok choy.Ginger (Fresh)
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Ginger (Fresh)
AROMATICHerbs 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.Beets
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Chickweed
SALTYSalty refers to anything with salt, or high mineral content.Liver GallbladderApple Cider Vinegar, Artichoke, Artichoke Hearts, Beets, Dandelion Leaves, Red Wine Vinegar, Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh), White VinegarGinger (Fresh), Turmeric
ANTI-AGINGGeriatric conditions typically involve low agni / metabolism, poor circulation, weakness & debility, muscle weakening, poor digestion, a drop in sex hormones, and connective tissue degradation in bones & skin.Turmeric, Turmeric Root (Fresh)
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Dandelion Leaves, Ginger (Fresh)
ENERGY-VITALITYIncludes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.HERBS & SUPPLEMENTS WITH HEPATOPROTECTIVE QUALITY
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Neutral (Tridoshic)Avoid Artificial Preservatives & Food Dyes Avoid endocrine disruptors IncompleteAtractyloides Bupleurum Jujube Skullcap, Baical Almond Oil, Amalaki, Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Arjuna, Astragalus, Atractyloides, Bhringaraj, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginkgo, Guduchi, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mahatikata Ghrta, NagaKeshar, Sage, Red, Skullcap, Baical
ANTI-INFLAMMATORYReduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.Angelica, Arjuna, Astragalus, Betaine, Bhringaraj, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Dandelion Root, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginkgo, Kaishore Guggulu, Mahatikata Ghrta, Milk Thistle, Musta, Sage, Red, Vidari
HYPOLIPIDEMICScrapes fats / cleanses blood vessels by 1) purging bile, 2) strengthening the liver's ability to metabolize fats, 3) by increasing uptake of cholesterol in the liver, and 4) by inhibiting fat cells.Amalaki, Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Arjuna, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Ginkgo, Guduchi, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mahatikata Ghrta, Milk Thistle, Sage, Red, Vidari
ALTERATIVERestores the proper function of the body by cleansing the blood and balancing blood chemistry. In Ayurveda terms, they pacify Pitta in rakta. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.Astragalus, Betaine, Bhringaraj, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Dandelion Root, Guduchi, Kaishore Guggulu, Kalmegh, Kudzu root, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mahatikata Ghrta, Milk Thistle, Schisandra, Vidari
LIVOTONICAn herb that strengthens the liver. It is helpful for people with a history of substance abuse, chronic liver issues from hepatitis and hemolytic anemias. Generally, liver tonics are oily, cool, sweet, mildly sour, or contain beta-carotene.Almond Oil, Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Angelica, Astragalus, Bhringaraj, Bitter Orange Peel, Bupleurum, Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginkgo, Guduchi, Kudzu root, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Milk Thistle
NERVINEBalances the nervous system. They can help with stress, memory, early alzheimer's, and even chronic pain. Often they are aromatic in nature.Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Angelica, Astragalus, Bhringaraj, Bupleurum, Dong Quai, Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Guduchi, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Milk Thistle, Sage, Red, Schisandra, Skullcap, Baical
IMMUNE-CALMINGHerbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system, useful in allergies and autoimmune conditions.Angelica, Bhringaraj, Bupleurum, Cornsilk, Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Gentian, Ginkgo, Jujube, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Milk Thistle, NagaKeshar
ANALGESICPain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.Amalaki, Astragalus, Bupleurum, Dong Quai, Ginkgo, Kalmegh, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Milk Thistle, Sage, Red, Skullcap, Baical, Turkey Rhubarb
ANTIFIBROTICFibrosis 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.Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Bhringaraj, Dandelion Root, Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Kalmegh, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Milk Thistle, NagaKeshar, Sage, Red, Skullcap, Baical
ANTIMICROBIALAn agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Bhringaraj, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Guduchi, Kalmegh, Mahatikata Ghrta, Milk Thistle, Turkey Rhubarb
CHOLAGOGUECholagogues stimulate the production & release of bile from the liver & gallbladder. This refreshes and cleanses these organs, as well as increases bile in the small intestines.Amalaki, Angelica, Atractyloides, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Orange Peel, Dandelion Root, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginseng, Chinese, Musta, Schisandra
DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Arjuna, Astragalus, Atractyloides, Bhringaraj, Bhumyamalaki, Cornsilk, Ginkgo, Guduchi, Milk Thistle, Vidari
DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.Angelica, Arjuna, Bhringaraj, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginkgo, Kudzu root, Sage, Red, Vidari
HYPOTENSIVEAn herb that lowers blood pressure.Amalaki, Arjuna, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Kalmegh, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mahatikata Ghrta
REFRIGERANTAn herb or substance that strongly cools the body. Can be helpful in cases of heat conditions.Amalaki, Bhumyamalaki, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginkgo, Guduchi, Kaishore Guggulu, Musta
INTERNAL-DETOXICANTLiquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.Amalaki, Betaine, Bhringaraj, Dandelion Root, Eleuthero Ginseng, Vidari
LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGARAn herb that lowers blood sugar.Almond Oil, Amalaki, Bhumyamalaki, Turkey Rhubarb
GENERAL-LAXATIVEPromotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives.Arjuna
APPETITE-SUPPRESSANTSuppresses hunger without causing weight gain.Astragalus
FIREResembles fire (tejas) in quality - hot, sharp, penetrating, light, dry.Almond Oil
ALKALIZINGAn herb or food that makes the urine more alkaline (higher pH). This herbal action can be helpful for a number of inflammatory conditions.Almond Oil, Amalaki, Arjuna, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Gentian, Ginkgo, Kalmegh, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mahatikata Ghrta, Musta, Skullcap, Baical, Turkey Rhubarb, Vidari
COLDCold refers to anything that reduces body temperature, metabolism, and blood flow.Arjuna, Astragalus, Bhumyamalaki, Cornsilk, Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Kaishore Guggulu, Musta, Schisandra
DRYDry is identified by lack of moisture, lack of fat, or anything that causes diuresis.Angelica, Astragalus, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginseng, Chinese, Guduchi, Kaishore Guggulu, Schisandra
HOTHot is identified by increased body temperature, metabolism, or inflammation.Angelica, Bhringaraj, Bitter Orange Peel, Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz, Dong Quai, Ginkgo, Kaishore Guggulu, Turkey Rhubarb
CLEARClear refers to anything that cleanses or flushes out wastes, or that digests ama.Angelica, Bitter Orange Peel, Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz, Gentian, Kalmegh, Musta
MOBILEMobile refers to anything that stimulates the nervous system, muscles, or activity.Almond Oil, Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz, Kudzu root, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu)
HEAVYHeavy is identified by sedation, sluggishness, or increased weight.Arjuna, Bhringaraj, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Orange Peel, Kaishore Guggulu
LIGHTLightness is identified by reduced weight.Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Vidari
GOOEYGooey is identified by anything gelatinous (such as oatmeal), or by mucus congestion.Betaine, Dandelion Root, Ginkgo
LIQUEFIEDSubstances that thin fluids (lower viscosity of blood plasma). These may include blood thinners or mucolytic herbs.Almond Oil, Kudzu root
OILYIn Ayurveda, oily refers to anything moistening. More specifically, oily refers to building substances that increases fat, or are themselves fatty. For example, sugar is Oily.Amalaki
EASYEasy refers to anything easy to digest, or digests quickly.Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Angelica, Arjuna, Atractyloides, Bhringaraj, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Bitter Orange Peel, Dandelion Root, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Gentian, Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Guduchi, Kaishore Guggulu, Kalmegh, Mahatikata Ghrta, Skullcap, Baical
BITTERBitter taste has cholagogue action - it is cold, clear, light, and stimulating. It increases digestive enzymes, laxative, and drying.Almond Oil, Astragalus, Atractyloides, Bhringaraj, Cornsilk, Dandelion Root, Dong Quai, Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Jujube, Kudzu root, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Schisandra, Vidari
SWEETSweet refers to anything builds tissue, including macronutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins and fats.Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Angelica, Arjuna, Atractyloides, Bhringaraj, Bitter Orange Peel, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Kaishore Guggulu, Musta
PUNGENTPungency is characterized by irritation, or sharp, spicy foods that irritate the mouth such as black pepper.Amalaki, Arjuna, Bhumyamalaki, Cornsilk, Ginkgo, Guduchi, Musta, Schisandra
ASTRINGENTAstringency is characterized by constriction, drawing together, or drying.Amalaki, Bhringaraj, Bitter Orange Peel, Ginkgo, Jujube, Schisandra
SOURSour refers to anything fermented or acidic.Angelica, Bitter Orange Peel, Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz, Dong Quai
AROMATICHerbs 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.Angelica, Atractyloides, Bitter Orange Peel, Dong Quai
ACRIDAcrid taste is a combination of bitter and pungent tastes. Example include radish, turnip, and coffee.Kaishore Guggulu
RESINOUSResinous substances often contain sap in them, such as rosemary, or herbs such as cedar, frankincense, and guggulu.Vidari
BLANDBland means doesn't have much taste. In Chinese medicine, bland taste refers to afood without little macronutrients, such as cabbage, radish or bok choy.Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz
MUSKYHave an earthy smell to them, such as mushrooms.Liver GallbladderAmalaki, Amritarishta (Amrutharishtam), Atractyloides, Avoid Artificial Preservatives & Food Dyes, Avoid chemical exposure, Avoid endocrine disruptors, Betaine, Bhringaraj, Bhumyamalaki, Bitter Ghee - Tikta Ghrta (9 fl oz), Bupleurum, Common Madder, Dandelion Root, Dong Quai, Gentian, Ginseng, Chinese, Guduchi, Kaishore Guggulu, Kalmegh, Kudzu root, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Mahatikata Ghrta, Milk Thistle, Sage, Red, Schisandra, Skullcap, Baical, VidariAmalaki, Betaine, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginseng, Chinese, Guduchi, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Vidari
ENERGY-VITALITYIncludes vitality improving foods, herbs, and exercises by dosha.Respiratory HealthAngelica, Arjuna, Dong Quai, Ginseng, Chinese, Kalmegh, Licorice Ghee (9oz), Licorice Root (Yastimadhu), Skullcap, BaicalAmalaki, Arjuna, Bhringaraj, Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz, Dandelion Root, Dong Quai, Skullcap, Baical
SKIN-CAREIncludes skin care, and anything that nourishes epithelial membranes (of digestive, respiratory, urinary tract, blood vessels, etc).Amalaki, Dong Quai, Eleuthero Ginseng, Ginkgo, Ginseng, Chinese, Sage, Red
ANTI-AGINGGeriatric conditions typically involve low agni / metabolism, poor circulation, weakness & debility, muscle weakening, poor digestion, a drop in sex hormones, and connective tissue degradation in bones & skin.Reproductive HealthAvoid endocrine disruptors, Cypress Essential Oil - 1/3 oz, Ginseng, Chinese, VidariOTHER HERB ACTIONS AFFECTING LIVER-GALLBLADDERHELPFUL FOR*'Hepatoprotective' may be helpful for these symptoms and causes below.Mind Stress SleepBones MuscleWeight LossHepatoprotective Recipes Listed By StrengthBrowse By PopularityAbout 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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