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... read more →
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... read more →
With an expensive cost, but a truly unique and powerful action, Saffron is undoubtably one of Ayurveda’s most prized herbal treasures. Saffron is said to possess a Sattvic (pure) quality... read more →
Just because summer is approaching doesn’t mean that you have to say goodbye to your kitchari (whew!). In fact kitchari is such a balanced, nourishing meal that it is often... read more →
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... read more →
It is probably not surprising to hear that gas and bloating are some of the most common digestive issues I deal with as an Ayurvedic practitioner. According to Ayurveda, gas... read more →
If you are even semi-familiar with the science of Ayurveda it is likely you have heard the term Kitchari being thrown around. Kitchari is an Indian dish commonly used as... read more →
A question I get asked a lot in my Ayurvedic practice is “what does Ayurveda say about eating smoothies?”. After announcing the “bad” news that an Ayurvedic diet highly recommends the... read more →
With digestion being the ultimate factor of health and disease, we must do all we can to keep our digestive fire strong and robust. One simple way to aid in... read more →
When it comes to killing off parasites in the system, Ayurveda is a leading medical science for treatment. Ayurveda has been treating parasitical infections for thousands of years and the... read more →