2463: The Benefits of an Ayurvedic Kitchari Cleanse

November 3, 2022

2463: The Benefits of an Ayurvedic Kitchari Cleanse

November 3, 2022

TT: The Benefits of an Ayurvedic Kitchari Cleanse

Sometimes we just need to reset…

And if you have never heard of an Ayurvedic Kitchari Cleanse it can be a great way to bring the body back to equilibrium.

One of the amazing things about an Ayurvedic Kitchari Cleanse is that it can be done at any time and incorporated into any meal and is an easy way to help people who are feeling weak or burnt-out, or need to calm the nervous system…

So on today’s #CabralConcept 2463 I want to share with you the benefits of an Ayurvedic Kitchari Cleanse, as well as the traditional Ayurvedic recipe and my personal updates to it – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought in the comments!

Show Highlights & Big Takeaways

1. Mung Beans

Mung Beans are an amazing plant-based food that are a complete protein when combined with rice, a powerful antioxidant, and are incredibly satiating. Research shows they can help balance healthy levels of cholesterol, improve overall inflammation in the body, and balance gut bacteria.

2. Traditional Recipe

-1 C White Basmati Rice
-1/2 C Split Green Mung Beans
-2 tsp Ghee
-Spices to taste:
  • Black pepper
  • Coriander
  • Cumin
  • Fennel Seeds
  • Ginger
  • Black Mustard Seed
  • Cardamom
  • Turmeric
  • Clove
  • Bay leaf

3. Dr. Cabral’s Recipe Modifications

Add 1/2-2tsp sea salt to taste. For those with histamine issues consider reducing the amount of spices. Add cubed sweet potato for satiation.

Links From This Episode

> Podcast on Ghee

> Effect of dietary pulses on blood pressure: a systematic review and meta-analysis of controlled feeding trials (research)

> Effect of dietary pulse intake on established therapeutic lipid targets for cardiovascular risk reduction: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials (research)

> The active role of leguminous plant components in type 2 diabetes (research)

> Antidiabetic activity of Mung bean extracts in diabetic KK-Ay mice (research)

> Butyrate and colorectal cancer: the role of butyrate transport (research)

> Butyrate: implications for intestinal function (research)

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