Oct
28
It is clearly stated in Ayurveda that there is a powerful mind, body, and spirit connection. In order to establish health in any of these areas, we must obtain health in all three. Our emotions have a direct effect on our physical body (and vice versa) and if we have...
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Oct
20
Dear Ask Ayurveda, I am a Pitta-Vata individual, although I seem to be dealing with all three doshas out of balance at the moment. With the transition into fall each year I struggle with severe constipation. I believe my Vata becomes increased, which then increases Pitta both in the mind...
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Oct
14
As I made my way back into the world of seasonal cleansing this fall, I thought it would be nice to share this experience that I have gone through. After 2 consecutive pregnancies and 13 months of breastfeeding straight after, I simply have not had the ability to perform any...
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Oct
10
Here is a simple, yet essential Ayurvedic recipe made from Indian-grown basmati rice and healing spices. It is the perfect dietary addition for your fall season, as it will calm and moisten your Vata, yet cool any residual heat (aka Pitta) you may have leftover from the summer. Basmati rice...
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Oct
06
Triphala is a traditional Ayurvedic formula made from the three Indian fruits known as Amalaki, Bibhitaki, and Haritaki. Although it is often used as an internal remedy for a vast array of issues (including skin conditions), this formula can also be a very effective, luxurious way to treat your skin...
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Sep
26
Kitchari is an Indian dish that is traditionally made up of split mung beans, basmati rice, veggies, spices, and ghee. By modifying this basic recipe and including some of the most powerful foods for liver health, this kitchari becomes cleansing, strengthening, and nourishing to the liver. This kitchari recipe is...
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Sep
19
There is nothing better than a nice warm, soothing breakfast on a cool fall or winter morning! Oatmeal can be a great option, however, it is a bit heavy for some individuals and if you are used to eating oats day in and day out, it can become rather bland...
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Sep
16
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 stimulation, it is truly not surprising. In fact, I even have had my own recurring battles with anxiety in the...
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Sep
12
Almond milk is an amazing alternative to dairy milk and provides us with a vast array of health benefits. It possesses a smooth creaminess without creating the heaviness and congestion that is common with cow’s milk (especially for Kapha types!). Store bought almond milk is often filled with unnecessary additives,...
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Sep
08
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 to ashwagandha and shatavari, and like many rasayana (aka rejuvenative) herbs, it has a special affinity for boosting the libido,...
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