Keeping the colon flowing freely is an essential goal for optimal health in the world of Ayurveda. In fact, Dr Vasant Lad even goes as far to say that 80%…
During times of any sickness, it is common knowledge that some of the first symptoms to arise are a dull appetite, mild nausea and lack of hunger. This is because…
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…
If you are looking for a tasty way to sneak in your daily vegetable intake, here is an amazing soup recipe that will have you craving more! Although there are…
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 hidden…
Last week I shared with you a simple recipe for making your own homemade kefir which I have been doing for many years. Plain kefir can get rather boring however,…
In Ayurveda, fresh homemade yogurt is said to possess immensely different qualities than its store bought counterpart; the homemade version being healthy, medicinal, cooling and sweet while the store bought…
With the cold winter evenings upon us, I have been thoroughly enjoying my Golden Milk before bed each night. Although it is traditionally made using dairy milk, it can be…
According to Ayurveda, a healthy digestive fire (Agni) is the key to our entire health and well-being. Alternatively, the root cause of toxins and disease is improper digestion. I am…
It is no surprise that ginger is one of the most commonly used Ayurvedic spices considering its long list of health benefits, unique flavor and vast array of uses. Although…