Pranayama is the powerful practice of controlling one’s breath. The health benefits are quite substantial, and generally speaking, include healing the mind, the nervous system and the physical body. Since Pranayama works so intimately with the subtle, energetic body it is of great importance to utilize the many different breathing... read more →
Jun
13
May
31
In order to obtain optimal results after an Ayurvedic cleanse, one must utilize the appropriate steps in order to rejuvenate and energize the body and mind. If you miss out on this essential “post-cleanse” phase, you not only deprive yourself of the juiciness that these “rasayana” or rejuvenation therapies bring,... read more →
May
19
Although I love my oats, groats, and porridges in the morning, these meals can be a bit too heavy for me during the lightness of the spring and summer seasons. I really adore this recipe as it is packed with strengthening protein, yet it doesn't create the heaviness that can... read more →
Apr
19
Castor oil is an age-old Ayurvedic remedy with quite a number of beneficial uses. Although it can seem too good to be true, this thick, sticky oil is not only affordable and easy to obtain, but it is indeed extremely effective as well. Whether you are suffering from itchy, allergy... read more →
Feb
06
The winter season is often a time of increased Kapha dosha, causing symptoms such as coldness, congestion, depression, stagnation and heaviness. Therefore it is only fitting to choose a Yoga pose that will help to balance some of these common wintertime Kapha issues. Ustrasana, translated as camel pose, is a... read more →
Jan
23
Although they say you should not judge a book by its cover, it is true that you can read a lot into your health by examining the lines on your face. In Ayurveda, facial diagnosis is a common practice and powerful diagnostic tool, as is reading the tongue, nails, and... read more →
Jan
12
Trikatu Churna is a well known Ayurvedic formula used both as a dietary spice as well as herbal medicine. Translated, Trikatu is called the “three pungents" (meaning hot or spicy), and of course for very good reason. Being extremely hot by nature, this formula is often used to stimulate the... read more →
Dec
21
If you are like most individuals, giving up your daily coffee habit is not an easy task to accomplish. Of course there is the physical addiction and dependency that the caffeine creates, the mentally addictive aspect and simply the ritual around drinking that warm cup each morning to start your... read more →
Nov
14
Moving onto Part 5 of this series, we find ourselves looking more in depth into a sleep disorder that is caused by increased Pitta (fire) in the system. Although most sleep disorders have some component of a Vata imbalance related to them, this is not always the main dosha at... read more →