In this latest article, I am excited to share one of my favorite home remedies for the skin. This face mask is made from Triphala Churna mixed in coconut oil;…
Dear Ask Ayurveda: “I have been hearing a lot about turmeric lately and all of its amazing health benefits. I have acne and liver issues and I have read that…
Amalaki is an essential herb in Ayurvedic medicine and possesses a variety of healing properties. It is one of the three herbs in the traditional Ayurvedic formula known as Triphala…
Guduchi is a widely used herb in the world of Ayurveda and for great reason. This nourishing herb is also known as “Amrita” meaning Divine Nectar. Guduchi is a well…
As an Ayurvedic herbalist, if someone comes to me with a liver issue, the first thing I think of is Kutki (aka Katuka). Kutki not only detoxifies the liver and…
Brahmi (Bacopa) is a legendary Ayurvedic herb for treating mental illness, emotional imbalance, addiction issues and nervous system disorders. It is considered a nervine or medhya in the world of…
Pippali is a very diverse essential in the world of Ayurvedic medicine. The name itself means “to drink and digest,” revealing one of its main benefits: Increasing the digestion and…
Neem leaf is quite possibly one of the most bitter herbs I have come across in my experience with Ayurvedic herbology. In fact, just the smell of this herb will…
Cinnamon, also known as Tvak in Ayurveda, is one of the most well-known and widely used spices in many cultures from the East to the West. Although most of us…
Ashwagandha has been called the “Indian Ginseng” of Ayurveda, and for much good reason. This starchy root is quite possibly the number one tonic for the nervous system, reproductive system…