The bitter taste is said to be cleansing, reducing, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-fungal, anti-parasitical, and essential for our liver and digestive health. Since we tend to not get enough of the... read more →
When it comes to treating mental and emotional imbalances, certain Ayurvedic herbs are becoming a bit more mainstream here in the West (i.e. Ashwagandha, Brahmi, etc). However, there are many... read more →
With the New Year around the corner, I thought I would share the most powerful and effective herbs I have used with my clients trying to lose weight. With an... read more →
When it comes to killing off parasites in the system, Ayurveda is a leading medical science for treatment. Ayurveda has been treating parasitic infections for thousands of years, and the... read more →
Turmeric root, one of my most beloved herbs, is one of the most celebrated and widely used herbs in Ayurveda and is steadily becoming more popular here in the West. ... read more →
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... read more →
Trikatu Churna is a well-known Ayurvedic formula used both as a culinary spice and as herbal medicine. Translated, Trikatu is called the “three pungents" (meaning hot or spicy), and of... read more →
If you have heard of Bhringaraj before, you probably have heard of its use as a hair tonic or its unique ability to restore hair. This incredible Ayurvedic herb quite... read more →
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... read more →
Kapikacchu (aka Atma Gupta) is a large, bean-sized seed best known for rejuvenating the nervous system, muscles, and reproductive tissue. Overall, this Ayurvedic herb is considered a rejuvenating tonic (rasayana),... read more →