Ayurveda tells us that fall is a time to rid the body of excess heat and toxins accumulated from summer. Even though fall is a the precursor to winter and we want to stay warm in winter, we still need to clear out excess heat from summer because it is drying. Being dry going into …
Feelin’ the Love in February This time of year calls for grounding foods to provide an antidote to the dry, light, cold, and erratic qualities embodied by winter. These qualities can create feelings of loneliness and separateness; not to mention the snow and ice storms that isolate us and deprive us from interaction with others. …
Ayurveda Recipe: Spinach & Tofu Stuffed Sweet Potato Read More »
If there’s one thing that can bring us back to a fond memory or comforting feeling, it’s an aroma. Of the five tanmatras (senses—hearing, touch, sight, taste, smell) of Ayurveda, the sense of smell corresponds to the earth element and nose. So it stands to reason that root vegetables, such as yams, are a food …
For those of us who are familiar with the seasonal practices of Ayurveda, the fall is ripe with opportunities to cleanse, relax, and rejuvenate. But what if we are not quite ready to dive into more austere cleansing practices? There are still many ways to experience the myriad benefits that accompany favoring certain foods during …
“Divine Providence has spread her table everywhere, not with a juiceless green carpet, but with succulent herbage and nourishing grass, upon which most beasts feed.” ~Thomas More Bitter greens are our best buddies in spring! The nature of bitter substances serve to oxygenate and cleanse the blood and alkalize the body. This is exactly what …
Ayurveda tells us that spring it’s a good time to cleanse the body and reignite the digestive fire (agni). This salad is sure to get the job done. Each ingredient in this recipe is unique in its properties and actions. Combined, these substances produce a synergistic effect. Here are some of the amazing benefits derived …
April’s Amuse Bouche: An Agni-Supporting Ayurvedic Salad Read More »
Featuring farro for winter warmth As we head into winter (Vata season), the elements of air and space become more abundant. Vata’s qualities are cold, light, dry, rough, mobile, and erratic. Applying the opposite qualities offers support for staying in balance throughout the winter season. Therefore, you may find yourself in need of heavier, more …
“Thyme” for the seasons to shift Eating seasonally is very important, and there are still plenty of delicious herbs and vegetables coming in fresh at this time of year. Take advantage of the deliciousness before “thyme” runs out, and the selection of herbs and vegetables diminish in winter. A pungent herb, thyme is beneficial …
The hot time of year is upon us once again! Eating seasonally and staying cool will guide us toward lots of greens and veggies. This sauce makes the perfect partner to accompany your culinary creativity. For the most part, nuts are heating, but almonds that have the skin removed are not. The skin of the …
Have you ever noticed a shift in your mood and perception when the seasons change? For many of us, the heaviness of spring giving way to the lightness of summer brings with it a sense of lightness in body and mind. Our day to day lifestyles and activities shift when kids get out …
Wellness, Naturally: Tips for Beating the Heat – Now That’s Cool! Read More »
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