Turmeric, admittedly one of my most favorite herbs, is steadily becoming more and more popular here in the West. Whether used as a culinary spice or herbal medicine, this bright,…
It is no surprise that inflammation is one of the most common issues that I see as an Ayurvedic practitioner. Although the cause and the manifestation may look different for…
Have you been wanting to give up your morning coffee, but just can’t seem to find a decent replacement for that essential jumpstart? You may be comforted to hear that…
Anantamul, also referred to as Sariva or Indian Sarsaparilla, has a wide range of uses from rejuvenation and nourishing the tissues, to cleansing and detoxifying the body. Its robust red…
Trikatu Churna is a well known Ayurvedic formula used both as a dietary spice as well as herbal medicine. Translated, Trikatu is called the “three pungents" (meaning hot or spicy),…
In the world of Ayurveda, there is nothing more important to our health and wellbeing than our digestion. The digestive fire, known as Agni, is so important that ALL toxins…
If you have heard of Bhringaraj before, you probably have heard of its use as a hair tonic or its unique ability to restore the hair. This incredible Ayurvedic herb…
Cilantro is one of my favorite herbs, as it is fresh, affordable, accessible and carries a wide range of health benefits. This tasty herb can be used as food or…
Kapikacchu (aka Atma Gupta) is a large bean-sized seed that is most well known for its use in rejuvenating the nervous system, muscles and reproductive tissue. Overall this Ayurvedic herb…
Detoxifying herbs are a great compliment to any cleansing program to heighten the results, but they can also be beneficial to take in smaller dosages for daily health and maintenance. …