Jan
08
Winter is a great time of year for slowing down and taking it easy. However, this “taking it easy” can often turn into a sluggish, sedentary lifestyle before too long. This paired with the common factor of wintertime comfort foods (pizza, pasta, casseroles, etc) and endless holiday treats can often...
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Dec
19
The holiday season is the time of year for friends, family, giving, and gratitude. However, it can also come with an increase in stress, exhaustion, eating, and of course drinking. One of the best ways to avoid the seemingly unavoidable holiday weight gain is to limit empty calories including alcohol. ...
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Nov
16
As an Ayurvedic practitioner, I have been asked many of times about Ayurveda’s theory on eating meat. Overall it seems commonly believed that by eating an Ayurvedic diet, one should avoid eating meat. Although it is ultimately a personal decision, whether based on morals, personal preferences, religious ideals, or individual...
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Oct
25
Although kitchari is not a necessity to have an Ayurvedic diet, it can definitely be a healthy staple for those that choose. In fact, more days than not, I find myself making (and craving) this dish on a daily basis. The reason why I LOVE this dish so, is because...
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Aug
04
In the world of Ayurvedic medicine, CCF Tea leads the way as a digestive remedy that is powerful, yet gentle enough for all dosha and body types to use on a daily basis. This savory, but oh so tasty tea is perfect for drinking between meals to flush toxins from...
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Jul
14
Anantamul, also referred to as Sariva or Indian Sarsaparilla, has a wide range of uses from rejuvenation and nourishing the tissues, to cleansing and detoxifying the body. Its robust red color indicates the powerful effect it has on the blood, specifically to cool and purify this vital tissue. Its variability...
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Jun
13
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...
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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,...
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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...
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May
08
If you are looking to cleanse the system, Ayurveda has countless methods to promote detoxification for both the body and mind. The Ginger Detox Bath is a great addition to any cleanse, but is equally beneficial to use on a daily basis as well. This holistic remedy is one of the key...
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