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Amruth (tinospora cordifolia) is one of the most versatile Ayurvedic herbal supplements. Also known as guduchi or giloy, it literally means ambrosia, nectar, or “that which protects” because of its immunomodulatory and rasayana—or rejuvenating—properties. It is a well-known anti-inflammatory, hepato-protective, antioxidant, antipyretic, anti-rheumatic, and adaptogenic herb in Ayurveda, also used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) […]
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The year was 2015. My boss, back then, called me into the cabin to tell me that they were downsizing and though I was a “performer,” they had to let me go. For a moment, the earth shifted beneath my feet. Unexpected and unprepared, as the news hit me. I had been killing it at
Ayurveda for Psoriasis Read More »
In trying to get all the work done, meeting daily goal posts, managing chores, making time for relationships, and even relaxation and binge-watching, the first casualty is typically sleep. I hear a lot of you sigh at this point. But get this—sleep helps your body repair on a molecular level, works your neurological and digestive
What Direction Should You Be Sleeping In? Read More »
Lentils come in a variety of colors and textures—brown, green, red/yellow, and specialty varieties such as Black beluga and Puy. The most common are brown , which you can substitute for the red ones in this recipe. Red lentils are hulled, cook more quickly and have a creamier texture when done than do the brown
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Traditionally, different types of herbal teas are used in the 5,000-year-old science of Ayurveda as part of preventive health and management of ailments. Kadha is the name for Ayurvedic herbal teas where herbs and spices are boiled to make a decoction (and extract their therapeutic properties). It is typically used to enhance immunity and prevent
Ayush Kwath Kadha: An Ayurvedic Immunity Boosting Herbal Tea Read More »
Did you know that about 12% of women in the United States have problems with fertility? One of the main reasons for this is a condition called Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). This condition affects an estimated 5 million women in the United States, and approximately 70% of women with this disease have not been diagnosed.
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You’ve had a long stressful day and can’t wait to get home, take off your shoes and relax into your favorite recliner. But your brain won’t cooperate. It keeps right on running, reviewing the day’s ups and downs, and causing anxiety long after the office is closed. And tired though you are, you can’t seem
Ayurveda 101: Lavender for Sleep, Relaxation, & Anxiety Relief Read More »
Thanksgiving is almost here along with the memories, the family, the friends, the food. And then there’s the anxiety of preparation and the heavy, bloated aftermath, that sometimes continues into the rest of the week as you savor the leftovers and the freedom of not having to cook for a few days. Is it possible
Thanksgiving the Ayurveda Way Read More »
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, two of the leading causes of death in US men are heart disease and cancer. The statistics are pretty eye-opening—33% of men over 20 suffer from hypertension and over 36% are considered obese. Adopting Ayurvedic lifestyle practices can make big improvements on your health and well-being.
5 Tips for Men’s Health with Ayurveda Read More »
Acharya Caraka, one of the most authoritative voices and a proponent of Ayurvedic sciences, beautifully explains the importance of ahara (food). He says, “ahara is not only the cause of the body, but also the cause of the disease that may likely manifest in the body.” He also states that wholesome food (hitahara) promotes happiness
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