With the cool, crisp days of fall finally here, it is an amazing time to welcome in Vata-soothing remedies to keep your body and mind in balance and ward away cold, cough, and flu. There are many ways to accomplish this, but perhaps one of the most effective ways is... read more →
Oct
14
Jul
15
Exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle no matter what your age, weight, health goals, or dosha type may be. Ideally, your routine should include a minimum of 30 minutes of “intentional movement” each and every day. However, just as your diet can either create balance or wreak... read more →
Jul
05
Eating for your personal needs may begin with eating for your dosha type, but it doesn’t end there. Eating a diet that fits the needs of the season is equally as important, and by honoring the natural transition that each season brings, you can ward away common ailments that come... read more →
Jun
21
One of the best spices for keeping cool in the hot seasons, or any time Pitta is running high, is the simple, but mighty fennel seed. This easy-to-make tea infusion uses only 5 ingredients (including water), all of which are very accessible and affordable. Despite its simplicity, it is very... read more →
Jun
14
When it comes to healthy weight loss with lasting effects, Ayurveda holds great secrets to accomplishing your goal. By using this ancient wisdom and making the proper changes to your diet and lifestyle habits, you can shed those unwanted pounds and improve your overall health, energy, and vitality while doing... read more →
Jun
08
With the vast amount of wisdom that makes up Ayurvedic medicine, it is not too surprising that there are multiple guidelines when it comes to the “when”, “how” and “how much” to drink. Although western nutrition states that we should drink our 8 cups of water each day (or sometimes... read more →
May
04
In the world of Ayurveda, there is nothing more important to our health and wellbeing than our digestion. The digestive fire, known as Agni, is so important that ALL toxins and diseases stem from an imbalance in this area. There are many factors that may weaken our fire, such as... read more →
Apr
29
In Ayurveda, we give a great deal of emphasis on avoiding the intake of improper food combinations. In fact, this unhealthy habit is said to be one of the main causes of digestive disorders and diseases of all kinds. This list can be a bit lengthy and overwhelming to follow,... read more →
Apr
14
According to the Food Allergy Research and Education (FARE), it is estimated that almost 15 million Americans, young and old, currently suffer from a food allergy, intolerance, or sensitivity of some sort. Although much more light is being shed on this major healthcare concern these days, this number seems to... read more →
Apr
05
Although I think we all have experienced the advantages of a good night’s rest, and alternatively, the aggravations of a poor one; what are the specific health benefits of proper sleep and the specific complications for the lack of? How does improper sleep really effect are physical, emotional and mental... read more →