The root cause of most diseases and conditions today stems from a weak digestive fire and a build-up of toxins throughout the body. Among the major causes of these toxins,…
According to Ayurveda, we have access to six different tastes in our food, drinks and herbal medicine. These tastes include Sweet, Sour, Salty, Pungent (spicy), Bitter and Astringent. It is…
Ojas is the biological energy that represents the subtlest form of Kapha dosha and the water element of the body. This vital essence plays a direct role in our energy,…
In Ayurveda, Dinacharya or the daily routine is an imperative part of any and all healthcare protocols. Having a consistent routine creates regularity in the body and in the mind. …
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…
A dosha is a Sanskrit term that represents one of the main concepts behind traditional Ayurvedic medicine. It is sometime referred to as a “bodily humor” in English, but even…
One of my most favorite rituals in the science of Ayurveda is definitely the practice of Abhyanga. Translated as “to oil” (abhya) and “limb” (anga), this nourishing self-oil application truly…
Vata Dosha is the energetic force in the body that is made up of the Air (Vayu) and Space (Akasha) elements. It is said to govern all movement in the…
Pitta Dosha is the energetic force in the body that is made of both the Fire (Agni) and Water (Apas) elements. Pitta stems from the root word Tapas, which can…
The energetic force of the Kapha dosha stems from the elements of Water (Apas) and Earth (Prithvi). The word Kapha comes from the roots Ka, meaning water, and Pha, meaning…