Tulsi leaf has been known as Holy Basil for thousands of years, as even its presence is purifying and satvic (peaceful) in nature. In India, this sacred plant is often... read more →
During the fall and winter months I can never find enough ways to get my sweet potato fix. Here is a simple, delicious, and versatile recipe that is nourishing for... read more →
A unique element of Ayurveda is the concept of Rasayana or Rejuvenation Therapy. Although detoxification and cleansing therapies are growing more and more popular each year, the equally essential Rejuvenation... read more →
Ghee is greatly revered in the Indian culture and has been used in the medical science of Ayurveda for thousands of years. This very versatile substance may be used internally... read more →
Ojas is the biological energy that is responsible for your energy, vitality, longevity, immunity, softness, and glow. During the fall and winter seasons, Vata tends to increase, depleting Ojas in... read more →
As we come into the beautiful, transitional season of Fall, we also come into the season of cold, fever and flu. With the constant fluctuation of weather, along with a... read more →
One of my most favorite rituals in the science of Ayurveda is definitely the practice of Abhyanga. Translated as “to oil” (abhya) and “limb” (anga), this nourishing self-oil application truly... read more →
Cleanses and detoxes have become quite the fad now a days. Whether you are going for a juice cleanse, the “master cleanse” or a mono-diet cleanse; these can be great... read more →
Shilajit is a well-known rejuvenative and detoxifier in the world of Ayurvedic medicine. Not actually an herb, this mighty mineral-rich substance is a sticky tar-like ooze that can be found... read more →
Although tongue scraping has recently become a new topic here in the West, this simple morning practice dates back thousands of years in the world of Ayurveda. It is stated... read more →