Fire tonics are traditional vinegar infusions made with warming, pungent herbs such as ginger, garlic, onion, horseradish and turmeric. These preparations are used in folk herbalism and align with Ayurvedic principles that emphasize supporting digestive fire (agni) and seasonal resilience.
Supports Healthy Digestion
Pungent ingredients are traditionally used to stimulate digestive fire. May support comfortable digestion and used to help the body process heavy or cold foods.
Helps Maintain Healthy Circulation
Warming herbs such as ginger are traditionally used to support natural circulation.
Supports the Body’s Natural Immune Function
Ingredients like garlic, ginger, and onion have a long history of use for general immune wellness. Folk herbalism uses fire tonics to help maintain overall vitality.
Helps Clear Seasonal Stagnation
Heating, pungent herbs are traditionally used to support healthy respiratory function and maintain clear, open airways. In Ayurveda, these qualities help balance kapha during damp or cold times of year.
Promotes Healthy Metabolic Fire (Agni)
Ayurveda views pungent herbs as supportive for agni, the body’s metabolic and digestive strength. Balanced agni is associated with energy and overall resilience.
Ayurvedic Energetics:
Rasa (Taste): Pungent; Virya (Action): Heating; Vipaka (Post digestive effect): Pungent; Doshas: Supports balance for Kapha and Vata; may increase Pitta if taken in excess. Traditional Actions: Deepana (kindles digestive fire), Pachana (supports healthy metabolism), Srotoshodhana (supports clear channels)
