Last year at this time, many of us were excited about the upcoming holidays—corn mazes, get-togethers, and pumpkin lattes! This fall, we are still in the midst of a pandemic and quarantine fatigue may have set in. The economy is re-opening slowly; we are grappling with concerns around safety, a second wave, economic security, jobs, …
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VATA IN BALANCE Looking for practical tips on how to keep vata in balance when it gets out of whack? Look no further. Stay warm and stay calm. When you are relaxed, you also feel happy and well. It helps to have a warm, cozy place to be, a warm bed, and a hot water …
Did you know that to perform an act as simple as blinking or moving a muscle, you need vata to cooperate! For a vata person, all bets are off. They can be unpredictable, sensitive to slightest changes in the environment, and ironically, hard to stereotype. So, who is a vata person and what is vata …
We all have different body types, disposition to illnesses, different lifestyle preferences, and different sets of personality traits. We have unique behavioral patterns and we respond to similar situations differently and uniquely. Some people love the hot weather and others prefer cooler climates and cold foods and beverages. Some have a sweet tooth, others cannot …
Chai originated in India and the folklore surrounding the tea dates back between 5000–9000 years ago. Some say the reigning king created the recipe for Ayurvedic healing. The first chai recipes varied in preparation and taste depending on the region, it was only in the 1930’s when black tea was introduced to the recipe. Here …
Getting creative in the kitchen can be a wonderful way to ground and nurture yourself as we move inside for the season. Read on for a delicious Ayurvedic sesame cookie recipe, perfect for giving as gifts or dunking in those warming teas as you snuggle on the couch. Sesame Cookies Sesame is a special seed, …
This is the time of year where we dig our heels in and stay grounded, or allow the winter winds and cold air to pull us up, up, and away! If you are ready to dig your heels in, then this is the recipe for you. The warm, moist, heavier qualities of sweet potato, brown …
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Seasonal changes affect our lives in many ways. They play a role in a person’s very nature, something known as a dosha in Ayurveda. The winter season can affect and imbalance a vata dosha, or constitution, so balancing vata is important during this season. Vata is one of the three constitutions in Ayurveda. Associated with …
Going With the Flow March tends to be that time of year that is like a line from the movie Forrest Gump: “Life is like a box of chocolates—you never know what you’re gonna get.” Because the weather can be so unpredictable at this time of year, things are not black and white in terms of …
Asparagus is known for its antiseptic, diuretic, and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also very low calories—10 calories per 100 grams. It’s low in fat and cholesterol, and high in fiber, folates, B vitamin complex, and vitamins K and E. This makes it a great food for March, where vata season is turning into kapha. It …
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