In Ayurveda, fresh homemade yogurt is said to possess immensely different qualities than its store bought counterpart; the homemade version being healthy, medicinal, cooling, and sweet while the store bought is considered heavy, viscous, stale, heating, and sour. When homemade, kefir shares these same life-promoting properties and is considered even... read more →
Jan
31
Jan
18
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 equally as nourishing using a healthy nut milk alternative such as homemade almond milk. Since I am drinking the golden... read more →
Jan
09
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 ginger is often thought of as a cooking spice, it can be used as medicine when taken in the proper... read more →
Dec
10
With the New Year around the corner, I thought I would share the most powerful and effective herbs I have used with my clients trying to lose weight. With an overwhelming number of weight loss supplements on the market, it is necessary to bypass the weak-links and go with what... read more →
Oct
29
Ayurveda is an incomparable leader in detoxification. This age-old science not only holds a strong focus on effective cleansing therapies, but provides the proper knowledge and instruction for performing these powerful procedures in a safe, balanced and healthy manner. Most cleansing programs can be very depleting and a bit of... read more →
Sep
11
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 and bloating stem from increased Vata (the air and space element) in the GI tract and typically are signs of... read more →
Jul
30
If you have not heard of chana dal before, it is the chick pea (garbanzo bean), split in half with the skin removed. This recipe blends chana dal along with mung dal (the yellow split mung bean), creating an amazing flavor, texture, and incredibly long list of nutrients and health... read more →
Jul
13
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 both food and medicine in Ayurveda; however, this is not your ordinary recipe. This simple, yet powerful food goes much... read more →
Jul
05
Although I love garbanzo beans in many forms, hummus is one of my favorites during the spring and summer months. With so many recipes out there from savory to sweet, hummus can be quite versatile (try our Coconut Curry Hummus Recipe too!). It makes a great protein-packed addition to salads or... read more →