Diet + Lifestyle

Drinking hot water is a famous Ayurvedic remedy to maintain wellbeing. Many people follow it because it’s easy to do, but it’s actually not advisable to drink hot water all the time. So how do you know when and when not to drink hot water? In the Ayurvedic texts there …

Bone broth strengthens the body and helps you recharge and rejuvenate, particularly if you’re recovering from cold and flu. According to Ayurveda, bone broth benefits are particularly helpful in winter. In this article, we’ll share bone broth benefits (chicken broth) plus a winter bone broth chicken recipe to keep you …

Are you sometimes craving salt? This is due to your natural craving cycle. Food cravings are a natural part of life. Some of us crave potato chips, while others crave chocolate, refined carbohydrates, or salty foods which are ultimately unhealthy. Salt cravings may indicate something else. Keep reading. Here’s what we’ll …

There is a popular myth that Ayurveda is vegetarianism or vegan. While it is true that in some respects they go hand in hand, eating meat in Ayurveda is totally dependent on the individual constitution and personal health care needs. Eating meat is always a personal decision based on your …

Raw honey is a natural substance produced from the nectar of flowers. It is collected and transformed by the honeybee, apis mellifera. Honey has long been praised in Ayurveda as a highly effective medicine. Raw honey uses include both internal and external remedies. Raw honey benefits are quite numerous. It …

Coconut oil has been used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine since the period of Sushruta, the ‘father of modern surgery’. Coconut oil is revered for its healing properties and positive effects on the body and mind. Coconut oil benefits are numerous, and we’ll cover those in this article along with coconut …

Copper has been a familiar and widely utilized metal since the ancient Vedic times. It has numerous health benefits and utilitarian benefits as well. Copper vessels are used for maintaining good health. Copper objects like jewelry, statues and decorative pieces are also popular. Copper never rusts but it can tarnish. …

Garlic (Allium sativum, Lashuna) is a legitimate super food. It’s been used for a variety of health care needs for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine due to its enormous benefits. In this article we reveal several important aspects of garlic – garlic benefits, garlic dosage, garlic side effects, garlic …

Apple cider vinegar is a natural health tonic. It has several health benefits supported by scientific studies. Unfortunately, there have been some reports of apple cider vinegar side effects. This is particularly true when consumed in large doses. Here are the apple cider vinegar side effects you need to be aware of, plus …

If you’re not yet familiar with it, Golden Milk is that wonderful Turmeric and spice hot milk drink. Because of Turmeric’s active constituent curcumin, Turmeric has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It is helpful in the management of oxidative and inflammatory diseases. This is why we advise Golden Milk for joints, …

Is okra good for constipation? It has many health benefits. It’s rich in a number of nutrients (see ‘okra nutrition’ below) and according to Ayurveda, is beneficial for Vata, Pitta and Kapha dosha (all the body types). Does that mean okra is good for constipation? If you know a little …

Bottle gourd (Lagenaria siceraria, Cucurbitaceae), popularly known as bottle gourd, calabash, lauki or ghiya, is a climbing plant which bears hard-shelled, bottle-shaped gourds as fruits. Bottle gourd (lauki) benefits are numerous. The fruit is composed of all essential constituents required for good health and quality human life. It is rich in …

A turmeric latte is a healthy, aromatic hot drink made of turmeric and milk. It’s a fantastic way to add more turmeric to your diet. Turmeric latte benefits are numerous. Turmeric and its active ingredient curcumin have shown to be beneficial in a number of a health conditions.  In this …

According to Ayurveda, yoga’s 5000 year old sister science, we live most optimally by observing the cycles in nature. To help us align with these cycles, Ayurveda recommends a morning routine and the following amazing morning routine ideas, as well as a nighttime routine. Collectively, these routines are known as …

Although practicing Neti pot or Jal Neti therapy is a simple, safe and cost effective procedure, it’s important that it should be done in a proper way. Following the correct procedures and taking all safety measures helps prevent infection or re-infection. In this article, we’re going to look at how …

If you’re craving sweets, you’re probably wondering just how bad it is for you (what you can get away with) and why you’re having this craving. Most of us crave sweets at various times in our lives. Recently, there are lots of questions on sugar intake from dieters on the …

Many of my Ayurvedic clients and readers have asked questions regarding healthy breakfast ideas and recipes. So here’s a 7 day Ayurvedic breakfast plan that follows Ayurvedic principles. It contains the essential nutrients required for you to have proper nourishment to your body and mind. First, let me answer a …

Dates are delicious fruits, enjoyed by all since antiquity. They are potent nutritive, aphrodisiac, tonic, laxative fruits. When it comes to the number of minerals, vitamins, and health-benefiting phytonutrients in dates, suffice it to say there are a lot of them. Dates benefits are numerous. In this article we’ll have …

In the ancient Ayurvedic text books, medicinal herbs like Ashwagandha, mint and holy basil (Tulsi) were described centuries ago. As you know, these herbs are still useful today and the exciting thing is, you can grow these medicinal herbs in your garden. Keep reading for a very special Ayurvedic garden …

Can triphala cause acid reflux?  In Ayurvedic medicine triphala has been regarded as the safest laxative to use in cleansing the colon, relieving constipation and toning the gastrointestinal tract.  Before we answer this question, let’s have a little introduction to what is acid reflux according to Ayurveda and how it …

Ginger is one of the most widely used dietary condiments around the globe. It can be used in many recipes, but here we’re going to talk about ginger tea or ginger water. Ginger water is one of the easiest to prepare teas. It’s loved around the world for its unique taste …

Sesame seeds (sesamum indicum) are one of the oldest condiments known to man. Let’s take a look at sesame seed benefits. These small seeds are very nutritious and have many health benefits. They are known to add a nutty taste, sweet flavor and delicate, almost invisible, crunch to many Asian …

Earth Day has become a wildly celebrated environmental event across the whole world. It’s about recognizing and appreciating the uniqueness of our beautiful planet Earth and its remarkable biodiversity. Earth Day is a day dedicated to increasing awareness about the Earth, its issues and problems. We are so lucky to be …

A body type diet is essential in Ayurveda. Ayurveda identifies your body type based on three factors, Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Do you know which of these types you are, and the body type diet you should be following? Let’s first take a look at where this body type comes …

A toothache can be an extremely painful experience and is likely to affect everyone at some stage in their lives. Will oil pulling help a toothache? Let’s see if it will and how. Oil pulling is the simplest Ayurvedic procedure with the greatest results in all types of oral dental …