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Licorice- Temperature- neutral; Flavor- sweet; Route- Stomach, intestines, lung, kidney, heart; Tonifies- Qi; Regulates- heat, resolves phlegm. Supports Qi.

Cumin (Jiraka, Jira)- Pungent/hot/pungent   VKP= Digests bread like dill and fennel relatives, digestion, distention.
Action- Stimulant, carminative, lactogogue, diuretic, used like fennel and dill. Used for over eating heavy foods.
Route- Liver, stomach.

Black Pepper (Maricha)- Pungent/hot/pungent VK- P+ rajasic. Burns up ama very well, digests fat and obesity, raises agni, caution of prone to congestive heart failure. Drives out invasion of Wind Cold/Cold; Resolves Phlegm.
Action- Stimulant, carminative, decongestant, expectorant.
Route- Kidney, heart, large intestine, stomach; regulates- cold, damp, resolves phlegm, removes toxins, Qi circulation.

Pippali, or long pepper, is from India. Pungent/hot/sweet VK- P+ Assists in all tissue except bone, a digestive, reproductive, respiratory, used for ama, and is sattwic.

Galingale- Temperature- Hot; Flavor- Pungent; Route- Spleen, stomach; Regulates- Counteracts Cold.

Ginger (Ardrakam/Shuntha- Shunthi)- Sweet/hot/sweet   VK- P=
Good for all tissues having many healing properties, taken with rock salt it reduces Vayu, with rock candy reduces pitta, with honey it reduces Kapha, indigestion, arthritis, belching, flatulence, colic, and good for increasing agni (digestive fire). Drives out Cold.
Action- Analgesic, antiemetic, aromatic, aphrodisiac, carminative, diaphoretic, digestive, expectorant, nervine, sialagogue, stimulant.
Dry Ginger Route- Lung, stomach, spleen, intestines, heart, uterus; regulates- counteracts cold, resolves phlegm, Qi circulation, Blood circulation. Supports Yang.
Fresh Ginger Route- Lung, stomach, spleen, intestines, heart, uterus; Regulates- counteracts cold, resolves phlegm, Qi circulation, Wind Cold; Drives out invasion of Wind Cold.

Asafoetida (Hing)- Pungent/hot/pungent VK- P+ in excess tamasic.
Considered best Vayu spice relieving abdominal pain, distention etc., strengthens heart, exorcism. Best for bean digestion, yet good in all digestive uses. Aggravates bile, or acid conditions.
Actions- Stimulant, carminative, antispasmodic, anthelmintic.

Holy Basil (Tulasi/Tulsi)- pungent/hot/pungent   VK- P+ in excess. Works in digestion, on plasma, nerves, reproductive, blood, marrow, respiratory, with many other multiple uses. Tulsi contains the trace mineral copper needed to absorb iron, purifies the air when grown, as if it were a natural negative ion machine. Also regarded as sacred, sattwic (purity) in use, increases prana (life breath) and cleanses the aura. Drives out invasion of Wind Cold.
Action- Antibacterial, antimalarial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, analgesic, diaphoretic, diuretic, febrifuge, nervine, vermifuge.

Listed are some categories of the Energetic Properties of the various grains/foods/spices/herbs used in BABS Bakery products. The choice is yours to better understand the energetic properties in order to use these and many other foods in knowing your constitution/season in order to better balance your body. Most terminology is from Ayurveda and Chinese medicine. BABS Bakery has tried its best to counterbalance many of the foods we serve to suit the season and various constitutions. Please read BABS Bakery disclaimer/disclosure page for more information, as BABS Bakery makes no claims to your choice of foods or dietary lifestyle. The references are listed and the choice to pursue food and the lifestyle you want to live is based on your own personal needs and health. http://www.babsbakery.com/disclosure.html

References-

Chesterman, C- Lowe, K (1979, 1998) National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Rocks and Minerals. Chanticleer Press, Inc. A Borzoi Book, Published by Alfred A. Knopf, Inc.
Frawley, D (1989) Ayurvedic Healing- A Comprehensive Guide. Motilal Banarsidass Publishers- Private Limited- Delhi, India Only. Revised 1994.
Gurudas, (1988) The Spiritual Properties of Herbs. Cassandra Press.
Gurudas, (1983) Flower Essences and Vibrational Healing. Cassandra Press. Revised and expanded edition 1989 by Cassandra Press.
Gurudas.(1986) Gem Elixirs & Vibrational Healing Volume II. Cassandra Press.
Hall, J. (2003) Crystal Bible. Godsfield Press
Higley, C. A. (1998) Reference Guide for Essential Oils. Abundant Health. Revised 2006.
Maciocia, G. (2005) The Foundations of Chinese Medicine. Second Edition, reprinted 2006. Elsevier, Churchill Livingston. First edition 1989.
Manfred, P., Madigan, P., Kulas, J., Palmquist, M. (1994) Holistic Healing Hildegard von Bingen A Liturgical Press Book.
Melody. (1995 ) Love is in the Earth. Love Earth Publishing House.
Morrison, J. (1995) The Book of Ayurveda. Fireside, colophon are registered trade marks of Simon & Schuster, Inc.
Ouseley, S. G. J. (1975) The Power of the Rays. Love & Brydon Ltd, Thetford, Norfolk. Other editions 1951, 1954, 1957, 1961, 1963, 1967, 1969, 1970, 1972.
Saint Teresa Of Aviala. (1997) The Interior Castle. (This translation first published in approximately 1912). Tan Books and Publishers, Inc.
Strelow, W. & Hertzka, G. (1988) Hildegard of Bingen’s Medicine. Bear & Company, Inc.
Strelow, W. (2002) Hildegard of Bingen’s Spiritual Remedies. Healing Arts Press.
Stuber W. (2001) Gems of the Seven Color Rays. Llewellyn Publications
Throop, P (1998) Hildegard von Bingen’s Physica. Healing Arts Press. <>
Leggett, D. (2005) Helping Ourselves. Meridian Press. First published in Great Britian by Meridian Press 1994. Reprinted 1995, 1997, 2000, 2003.
Leggett, D. (1999) Recipes for Self-Healing. Meridian Press.
Lad, V. (2006) Secrets of the Pulse. Published by The Ayurvedic Press. First Edition © 1996.
Lad, V. (2005). Ayurvedic Perspectives on Selected Pathologies. The Ayurvedic Press.
Lad, V. (2002). Textbook of Ayurveda Fundamental Principles. The Ayurvedic Press.
Lad, V. (2002). Textbook of Ayurveda A Complete Guide to Clinical Assessment. The Ayurvedic Press.
Lad, V. (2005). Ayurvedic Perspectives on Selected Pathologies. The Ayurvedic Press.
Lad, V., Frawley, D. (1986 Lad- 2001- Lad/Fawley). The Yoga of Herbs. Lotus Press.
Lad, V., Durve, A. (2008). Marma Points of Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic Press.
Lad, V., Lad, U. (1994-2006). Ayurvedic Cooking for Self Healing. The Ayurvedic Press.
Lad, V. (1998). The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies. Three Rivers Press.
Singh Khalsa, K.P. ((2008) The Way of Ayurvedic Herbs. Lotus Press.
Svoboda, R. (2004). Ayurveda Life, Health and Longevity. The Ayurvedic Press.
Svoboda, R. (1980, 1994, 2002). The Hidden Secret of Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic Press.
Svoboda, R. (2004). Ayurveda Life, Health and Longevity. The Ayurvedic Press.
Svoboda, R. (1988, 1989, 1998). Prakriti Your Ayurvedic Constitution. Revised, Second Edition. Lotus Press
Davies, C., Davies, A. (2004) The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook. New Harbinger Publications.
Chia, N. (1998-2006). Bone Marrow Nei Kung. Destiny Publishing.
Minich, D. (2009) Chakra Foods for Optimal Health. Conari Press.

Berg, Y. (2000) The Power of Kabbalah. Jodere Group. Jodere Group, Inc. San Diego, California.
Braden, G. (2004) The God Code. Hay House, Inc.
Braden, G. ( May 31, 2004) Speaking the Lost Language of God. Audio CD, Nightingale Conant Corp (A); Unabridged edition
Cohen, K. (1997) The Way of Qigong. Ballantine Book. Published by The Random House Publishing Group
Eden, D (1998) Energy Medicine. Tarcher/Penguin. Paperback 1999.
Frawley, D (1989) Ayurvedic Healing- A Comprehensive Guide. Motilal Banarsidass Publishers- Private Limited- Delhi, India Only. Revised 1994.
Gerber, R (2001) Vibrational Medicine. Bear & Company Inc.
Gurudas, (1988) The Spiritual Properties of Herbs. Cassandra Press.
Higley, C. A. (1998) Reference Guide for Essential Oils. Abundant Health. Revised 2006.
Hutchens, A. (1973) Indian Herbalogy of North America. Merco of Ontario Canada. First Publishing 1963, Second Publishing 1970
Leggett, d. (1994) Helping Ourselves. Meridian Press. Second Edition 2005.
Maciocia, G. (2005) The Foundations of Chinese Medicine. Second Edition, reprinted 2006. Elsevier, Churchill Livingston. First edition 1989.
Schneider, K. (nd) Spiritual Hypnosis, The Misdiagnosis of Hypnosis, unpublished.
Strelow, W. & Hertzka, G. (1988) Hildegard of Bingen’s Medicine. Bear & Company, Inc.
Strelow, W. (2002) Hildegard of Bingen’s Spiritual Remedies. Healing Arts Press.
Taber, C. W., Taber’s Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary (1945) F.A, Davis Company (Third Edition)
Thibodeau, G & Patton, K. (2003) Anatomy and Physiology. Mosby, Inc
Morrison, J. (1995) The Book of Ayurveda. Fireside, colophon are registered trade marks of Simon & Schuster, Inc.
Gail, P Dr. The Magic in Dandelions. Copyright 1996.
Gail, P., Dr. The Many Faces of Dandy Blend. 2006.
Dragon Time, Volume 6, Summer 2007.
Tirtha, S.S. (1998) The Ayurveda Encyclopedia, Natural Secrets to Healing, Prevention, & Longevity. Ayurveda Holistic Center Press.

© 2010 babsbakery. This bakery and website is for educational purposes only. The information supplied here comes from a variety of sources and authors and not every statement made has been evaluated by the FDA. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

	Spices The following information is referenced from the following books: HILDEGARDS HEALING PLANTS, From Her Medieval Classic PHYSICA, Translated by Bruce W. Hozeski. Indian Herbology of North America by, Alma R. Hutchens. Please read the whole book and full descriptions for a wonderful learning experience. Salt: Hildegard notes that a person who has no salt in their food makes a person dry and harms them, and to a person who eats salt in moderation shall enjoy health. She explains why salt is useful to a person in many ways. Cinnamon: Cinnamon has great power, according to Hildegard, in that it diminishes bad humors in whoever eats it often. Eating it often will bring good humors to the person. Nutmeg: Hildegard says that nutmeg has good temperament in its strength. It opens the heart of the person eating it and purifies the senses. This brings about a good disposition in a person. She recommends mixing cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves in her recommended parts of each one in a cake or paste. Then to eat them often to calm the bitterness of the heart. In calming the bitterness of the heart the senses clear. As the senses clear the mind becomes open to the hearts calling of peace. This contributes to good blood and makes one strong. Cloves: Hildegard recommends eating cloves for various reasons. The strength of the cloves transfers to the intestines and heals the swelling in them. Licorice: Licorice soothes the stomach for digestion and is beneficial to give a clear voice, eyesight and a pleasant mind, according to Hildegard. Cumin: The use of cumin is described in different manners. She talks of mixing three spices and making a paste or biscuit to ease nausea that is caused from the cold humors in the intestines. However, she also includes when it is not best to eat cumin. Pepper: Pepper takes away good humors and brings bad humors when a person eats a great deal of it, according to Hildegard. Moderate use is of much more value with pepper. Galingale: The use of galingale is excellent according to Hildegard in that it is considered totally warm. Her recommended uses for it when fasting and other various ways it is of value to the one using it. Ginger: Ginger has many healing qualities for the ill, yet Hildegard warns of its consumption when in health. Energetic Properties-spices Salt (Namak/Lavan)- salty/hot/sweet V- PK+ Makes food digestible, aids saliva and gastric juices, relieves muscle tension. Removes Heat. Various kinds of salt are: Sea Salt, Mineral Salt. Salts from India- Black salt (Sel Noir) light pink in color, Black Salt being light grey in color, Rock Salt (Sendhav) off white in color and is not suppose to cause edema. Cinnamon (Thwak/Tvak)- astringent/hot/pungent VK- P+ Good for plasma, muscles, marrow, nerves. Aids in digestion for angi (digestive fire), heart strengthening, gas, and is sattwic. Drives out invasion of Wind Cold. Action- Alterative, analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, antirheumatic, antispasmodic, aromatic, astringent, carminative, demulcent, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, germicide, hemostatic, stimulant and stomachic. Cinnamon Bark---Route- Kidney, lung, spleen, heart, uterus; tonifies; Yang, Qi; regulates- cold, damp, Qi circulation, blood circulation. Cinnamon Twig--- Route- Bladder, heart, lung; regulates- Wind Cold, Wind Damp Cold; Drives out invasion of Wind Cold. Nutmeg (Malathi-phalam; Jati-phalam)- astringent/hot/pungent VKP= best sedative of all spices; tamasic. For abdominal pain, poor absorption especially in the small intestine. Drives out Cold. Actions- Stimulant, carminative, astringent. Route- Large intestine, spleen, stomach; tonifies- Yang; regulates- Blood circulation, Qi circulation, counteracts cold. Cloves (Lavangaha)- Pungent/hot/pungent K- P+ V+ in excess, rajasic. Good for gas, nausea, nerves, indigestion and opens up srotas (Channels or pores). Drives out Cold; Resolves Damp; Supports Yang; Good for Qi Stagnation. Action- Stuimulant, expectorant, decongestant, anthelmintic, analgesic, aphrodisiac. Route- Kidney, spleen, stomach; tonifies- Yang; regulates- counteracts cold, Qi circulation.
















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	Licorice- Temperature- neutral; Flavor- sweet; Route- Stomach, intestines, lung, kidney, heart; Tonifies- Qi; Regulates- heat, resolves phlegm. Supports Qi. Cumin (Jiraka, Jira)- Pungent/hot/pungent VKP= Digests bread like dill and fennel relatives, digestion, distention. Action- Stimulant, carminative, lactogogue, diuretic, used like fennel and dill. Used for over eating heavy foods. Route- Liver, stomach. Black Pepper (Maricha)- Pungent/hot/pungent VK- P+ rajasic. Burns up ama very well, digests fat and obesity, raises agni, caution of prone to congestive heart failure. Drives out invasion of Wind Cold/Cold; Resolves Phlegm. Action- Stimulant, carminative, decongestant, expectorant. Route- Kidney, heart, large intestine, stomach; regulates- cold, damp, resolves phlegm, removes toxins, Qi circulation. Pippali, or long pepper, is from India. Pungent/hot/sweet VK- P+ Assists in all tissue except bone, a digestive, reproductive, respiratory, used for ama, and is sattwic. Galingale- Temperature- Hot; Flavor- Pungent; Route- Spleen, stomach; Regulates- Counteracts Cold. Ginger (Ardrakam/Shuntha- Shunthi)- Sweet/hot/sweet VK- P= Good for all tissues having many healing properties, taken with rock salt it reduces Vayu, with rock candy reduces pitta, with honey it reduces Kapha, indigestion, arthritis, belching, flatulence, colic, and good for increasing agni (digestive fire). Drives out Cold. Action- Analgesic, antiemetic, aromatic, aphrodisiac, carminative, diaphoretic, digestive, expectorant, nervine, sialagogue, stimulant. Dry Ginger Route- Lung, stomach, spleen, intestines, heart, uterus; regulates- counteracts cold, resolves phlegm, Qi circulation, Blood circulation. Supports Yang. Fresh Ginger Route- Lung, stomach, spleen, intestines, heart, uterus; Regulates- counteracts cold, resolves phlegm, Qi circulation, Wind Cold; Drives out invasion of Wind Cold. Asafoetida (Hing)- Pungent/hot/pungent VK- P+ in excess tamasic. Considered best Vayu spice relieving abdominal pain, distention etc., strengthens heart, exorcism. Best for bean digestion, yet good in all digestive uses. Aggravates bile, or acid conditions. Actions- Stimulant, carminative, antispasmodic, anthelmintic. Holy Basil (Tulasi/Tulsi)- pungent/hot/pungent VK- P+ in excess. Works in digestion, on plasma, nerves, reproductive, blood, marrow, respiratory, with many other multiple uses. Tulsi contains the trace mineral copper needed to absorb iron, purifies the air when grown, as if it were a natural negative ion machine. Also regarded as sacred, sattwic (purity) in use, increases prana (life breath) and cleanses the aura. Drives out invasion of Wind Cold. Action- Antibacterial, antimalarial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, analgesic, diaphoretic, diuretic, febrifuge, nervine, vermifuge. Listed are some categories of the Energetic Properties of the various grains/foods/spices/herbs used in BABS Bakery products. The choice is yours to better understand the energetic properties in order to use these and many other foods in knowing your constitution/season in order to better balance your body. Most terminology is from Ayurveda and Chinese medicine. BABS Bakery has tried its best to counterbalance many of the foods we serve to suit the season and various constitutions. Please read BABS Bakery disclaimer/disclosure page for more information, as BABS Bakery makes no claims to your choice of foods or dietary lifestyle. The references are listed and the choice to pursue food and the lifestyle you want to live is based on your own personal needs and health. http://www.babsbakery.com/disclosure.html References- Chesterman, C- Lowe, K (1979, 1998) National Audubon Society Field Guide to North American Rocks and Minerals. Chanticleer Press, Inc. A Borzoi Book, Published by Alfred A. Knopf, Inc. Frawley, D (1989) Ayurvedic Healing- A Comprehensive Guide. Motilal Banarsidass Publishers- Private Limited- Delhi, India Only. Revised 1994. Gurudas, (1988) The Spiritual Properties of Herbs. Cassandra Press. Gurudas, (1983) Flower Essences and Vibrational Healing. Cassandra Press. Revised and expanded edition 1989 by Cassandra Press. Gurudas.(1986) Gem Elixirs & Vibrational Healing Volume II. Cassandra Press. Hall, J. (2003) Crystal Bible. Godsfield Press Higley, C. A. (1998) Reference Guide for Essential Oils. Abundant Health. Revised 2006. Maciocia, G. (2005) The Foundations of Chinese Medicine. Second Edition, reprinted 2006. Elsevier, Churchill Livingston. First edition 1989. Manfred, P., Madigan, P., Kulas, J., Palmquist, M. (1994) Holistic Healing Hildegard von Bingen A Liturgical Press Book. Melody. (1995 ) Love is in the Earth. Love Earth Publishing House. Morrison, J. (1995) The Book of Ayurveda. Fireside, colophon are registered trade marks of Simon & Schuster, Inc. Ouseley, S. G. J. (1975) The Power of the Rays. Love & Brydon Ltd, Thetford, Norfolk. Other editions 1951, 1954, 1957, 1961, 1963, 1967, 1969, 1970, 1972. Saint Teresa Of Aviala. (1997) The Interior Castle. (This translation first published in approximately 1912). Tan Books and Publishers, Inc. Strelow, W. & Hertzka, G. (1988) Hildegard of Bingen’s Medicine. Bear & Company, Inc. Strelow, W. (2002) Hildegard of Bingen’s Spiritual Remedies. Healing Arts Press. Stuber W. (2001) Gems of the Seven Color Rays. Llewellyn Publications Throop, P (1998) Hildegard von Bingen’s Physica. Healing Arts Press. <> Leggett, D. (2005) Helping Ourselves. Meridian Press. First published in Great Britian by Meridian Press 1994. Reprinted 1995, 1997, 2000, 2003. Leggett, D. (1999) Recipes for Self-Healing. Meridian Press. Lad, V. (2006) Secrets of the Pulse. Published by The Ayurvedic Press. First Edition © 1996. Lad, V. (2005). Ayurvedic Perspectives on Selected Pathologies. The Ayurvedic Press. Lad, V. (2002). Textbook of Ayurveda Fundamental Principles. The Ayurvedic Press. Lad, V. (2002). Textbook of Ayurveda A Complete Guide to Clinical Assessment. The Ayurvedic Press. Lad, V. (2005). Ayurvedic Perspectives on Selected Pathologies. The Ayurvedic Press. Lad, V., Frawley, D. (1986 Lad- 2001- Lad/Fawley). The Yoga of Herbs. Lotus Press. Lad, V., Durve, A. (2008). Marma Points of Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic Press. Lad, V., Lad, U. (1994-2006). Ayurvedic Cooking for Self Healing. The Ayurvedic Press. Lad, V. (1998). The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies. Three Rivers Press. Singh Khalsa, K.P. ((2008) The Way of Ayurvedic Herbs. Lotus Press. Svoboda, R. (2004). Ayurveda Life, Health and Longevity. The Ayurvedic Press. Svoboda, R. (1980, 1994, 2002). The Hidden Secret of Ayurveda. The Ayurvedic Press. Svoboda, R. (2004). Ayurveda Life, Health and Longevity. The Ayurvedic Press. Svoboda, R. (1988, 1989, 1998). Prakriti Your Ayurvedic Constitution. Revised, Second Edition. Lotus Press Davies, C., Davies, A. (2004) The Trigger Point Therapy Workbook. New Harbinger Publications. Chia, N. (1998-2006). Bone Marrow Nei Kung. Destiny Publishing. Minich, D. (2009) Chakra Foods for Optimal Health. Conari Press. Berg, Y. (2000) The Power of Kabbalah. Jodere Group. Jodere Group, Inc. San Diego, California. Braden, G. (2004) The God Code. Hay House, Inc. Braden, G. ( May 31, 2004) Speaking the Lost Language of God. Audio CD, Nightingale Conant Corp (A); Unabridged edition Cohen, K. (1997) The Way of Qigong. Ballantine Book. Published by The Random House Publishing Group Eden, D (1998) Energy Medicine. Tarcher/Penguin. Paperback 1999. Frawley, D (1989) Ayurvedic Healing- A Comprehensive Guide. Motilal Banarsidass Publishers- Private Limited- Delhi, India Only. Revised 1994. Gerber, R (2001) Vibrational Medicine. Bear & Company Inc. Gurudas, (1988) The Spiritual Properties of Herbs. Cassandra Press. Higley, C. A. (1998) Reference Guide for Essential Oils. Abundant Health. Revised 2006. Hutchens, A. (1973) Indian Herbalogy of North America. Merco of Ontario Canada. First Publishing 1963, Second Publishing 1970 Leggett, d. (1994) Helping Ourselves. Meridian Press. Second Edition 2005. Maciocia, G. (2005) The Foundations of Chinese Medicine. Second Edition, reprinted 2006. Elsevier, Churchill Livingston. First edition 1989. Schneider, K. (nd) Spiritual Hypnosis, The Misdiagnosis of Hypnosis, unpublished. Strelow, W. & Hertzka, G. (1988) Hildegard of Bingen’s Medicine. Bear & Company, Inc. Strelow, W. (2002) Hildegard of Bingen’s Spiritual Remedies. Healing Arts Press. Taber, C. W., Taber’s Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary (1945) F.A, Davis Company (Third Edition) Thibodeau, G & Patton, K. (2003) Anatomy and Physiology. Mosby, Inc Morrison, J. (1995) The Book of Ayurveda. Fireside, colophon are registered trade marks of Simon & Schuster, Inc. Gail, P Dr. The Magic in Dandelions. Copyright 1996. Gail, P., Dr. The Many Faces of Dandy Blend. 2006. Dragon Time, Volume 6, Summer 2007. Tirtha, S.S. (1998) The Ayurveda Encyclopedia, Natural Secrets to Healing, Prevention, & Longevity. Ayurveda Holistic Center Press. © 2010 babsbakery. This bakery and website is for educational purposes only. The information supplied here comes from a variety of sources and authors and not every statement made has been evaluated by the FDA. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.