The topic of menstruation can be a taboo topic here in the West, as it seems to be regarded as the “better left unmentioned” and sometimes disregarded altogether. Women have... read more →
Although the dreaded symptoms of PMS have come to be known as a “natural” part of the female cycle, it is actually a sign of imbalance in the system. One... read more →
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... read more →
The health of the skin is an important factor in Ayurveda, not only as an ascetic element of your being, but more importantly as an external indicator of your internal... read more →
Allergies, or "asatmya" as it is known in Ayurveda, is a condition of hypersensitivity typically caused by a weak digestive fire (Agni), excessive toxins, and/or a depleted immune system (Ojas). ... read more →
This quick, easy, and incredibly delicious homemade hemp milk is officially my latest addiction. This “milk” is packed with energizing omega-3s, hemp protein, and antioxidants and makes a great superfood,... read more →
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... read more →
Spring is such an amazing time of year. The weather becomes warmer, the days longer and new life is blossoming all around. It is a time of rebirth for the... read more →
Dal is the Sanskrit term for an Indian soup made from a split bean with its skin removed such as the red lentil. Because of these properties, red lentils are... read more →
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... read more →