Eating for your personal needs may begin with eating for your dosha type, but it doesn’t end there. Eating a diet that fits the needs of the season is equally…
With the vast amount of wisdom that makes up Ayurvedic medicine, it is not too surprising that there are multiple guidelines when it comes to the “when”, “how” and “how…
One of the most important concepts of Ayurveda is that of the Agni, or digestive fire, in the body. It is believed that in order to achieve optimal health, one…
In Ayurvedic medicine, it is well known that your diet has the power to bring you to a state of perfect health (Svastha) or alternatively, discomfort and dis-ease. Eating for…
Although it can be helpful to know your dosha-type and consequently follow a dosha-appropriate diet, this is not always a surefire way to find balance. In fact, more often than…
Although Ayurveda can get a bit complicated at times, I always feel that it is best to keep things simple and stick to the basics. If you avoid getting lost…
One of the most essential bits of information taken during any Ayurvedic consultation is the precise details of an individual’s bowel (aka pooping) habits. Being of such vital importance, it…
The Kitchari cleanse is a very mild variation of the traditional “Pancha Karma” cleanse and can be safely performed at home with minimal guidance. This particular cleanse is suitable for…
According to Ayurvedic medicine there are three main types of digestive imbalances, each one relating to a specific doshic imbalance. Since the digestive fire (known as Agni) is the ruler…
Ayurveda is an age-old science based on traditional holistic medicine from India. With more individuals seeking out natural treatment options, Ayurveda is slowly making its way into our mainstream society…