Ayurveda is based on the concept that we are all unique individuals with unique needs. Although there are 3 main body types (i.e. Vata, Pitta, Kapha) listed to help guide…
By knowing your specific Ayurvedic constitution (i.e. Vata, Pitta, Kapha) you can discover the best diet and lifestyle practices that will keep you healthy and in-balance. However, this is not…
As an Ayurvedic practitioner, one of the most prevalent emotional disorders I deal with on a regular basis is anxiety. With our current society of go-go-go, non-stop electronics, and constant…
Vidari Kanda is one of the essential life-promoting, rejuvenative herbs of Ayurveda and is well known for its sweet taste and energizing effect. Being a starchy root, it is similar…
In order to keep balanced, it is recommended that raw, cold foods should be avoided by Vata individuals, anyone with a Vata imbalance (anxiety, insomnia, gas, bloating, etc), and all…
Shirodhara is the Ayurvedic treatment that involves pouring a steady stream of warm oil over the center point of the forehead (the "third eye" center). It is a powerful and…
Bone broth has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine and for great reason. This traditional remedy contains a powerhouse of easy-to-absorb nutrients along with a long list…
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%…
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…
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…