I screen, you screen, we ALL screen, to rely on screens! Jeez, those screens! Tv screen, computer screen, ipad/nook/kindle screen, phone screen—so many many screens. Even writing the word “screen” that many times on a screen makes my brain crossed into thinking I spelled it wrong. uncross Most of us work …
Read More »It may be easier to understand how Vata dosha causes osteoporosis by looking at two examples from nature. 1. Erosion of a mountain through constant wind. 2. Desert storms: When flow of air is increased tiny particles of sand are displaced. Want to take our free Dosha Quiz? Start the quiz now. …
Read More »Modern View: Bone loss occurs without symptoms. First sign may be a fracture due to weakened bones A sudden strain or bump can break a bone Ayurvedic View: It is a peculiarity of Ayurveda that we can make early diagnosis and, this also means that we can gain maximum time to …
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We can benefit from Ayurvedic understanding of the Great Five Elements to not only understand the outer universe, but also our inner universe – our unique mind-body personality, because, according to Ayurveda, the relationship of the Elements with each other greatly determines our natural constitution and predispositions to health and …
Read More »It is clearly mention in Ayurveda that Asthi Dhatu i.e. bone is inversely proportion to vata Dosha. It means whenever Vata Dosha increases in body there decreases density of bone and vice versa. For more specific diagnosis we have to consider which property of Vata Dosha is increased. Properties of Vata …
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Ayurveda is the product of a civilization, which is deeply rooted in Mother Nature. The seers knew that all of Nature is part of the individual, since we are all created from, exist in, and return to nature. A fundamental tenet of the Ayurvedic system of medicine is the principle …
Read More »We should get as close to nature’s clock as we can. Watch this video to learn more if you’re a night owl.
Read More »Modern day definition of Ayurveda is characterised by: Decreased bone strength. Reduction of bone mass or density or the presence of fragile fractures. Ayurvedic View Bones are considered as one of the Dhatu (basic infrastructure) of body. There are seven basic infrastructures: Dhatu (Basic Infrasctructures of body) Basic element resemble to …
Read More »Sleep is our rejuvenation period, so if we don’t get enough sleep its actually very vata imbalance. Watch this video to learn more.
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Turmeric offers many health benefits. It has both anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. It is used to relieve swelling and pain due to headaches and wounds and it also possesses anti-bacterial properties, so it prevents infections and heals wounds. Turmeric soothes the mind so it is ideal to drink 1-2 hours after …
Read More »If you are feeling sluggish, dull or constipated, chances are toxins are building up in your body. According to Maharishi Ayurveda, toxins accumulate when your digestion — and elimination — are out of balance, which can lead to skin breakouts, menstrual cramps, fatigue, feelings of sadness and many other health …
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In Ayurveda, there are three pillars of health: ahara (food), nidra (sleep), and brahmacharya (balanced sexual drive). When all three are in balance, they make for a properly nourished, adequately rested, and sexually healthy human being. Lacking this critical balance, the individual will suffer from a myriad of disorders, ranging …
Read More »Heat, stress, wind and speed, all collectively cause insomnia in Pitta type. Watch this video to learn how to deal with it.
Read More »According to Ayurveda, our bodies require different foods and lifestyle routines in different seasons to stay balanced. Balance is considered to be a key to the perfect health. Nature is our guide and all we need to do, is to listen to it, since we are part of our environment. …
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Ayurveda teaches that our body, composed of matter, is by its very nature fragile, impermanent, and verily a house of distress and disease, always vulnerable to death in any given moment. Anyone at anytime can become a victim to any disease and often the body collapses before the soul’s work …
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Facial mask recipes bring a quick juicy boost and relieve the feeling of tightness or dryness instantly. Apply on a cleansed face and neck on a weekly basis. Keep the mask on for 15-20 minutes before rinsing with a warm water and washcloth. These facial mask recipes are perfect for dry, thin …
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Ayurveda is God’s own medicine, which the ancient Indian sages received in their elevated consciousness during intuitive meditation. Ayurveda, as a system of knowledge and method of healing, is considered as eternal, and as such has no start date. Historically speaking, Ayurveda’s transformative presence and capacity to influence mind, body, …
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As some of you know from reading my book, In Your Elements, one of the most powerful tools we have as intelligent beings is full ownership over our own choices. Our choices are so powerful, in fact, that making the wrong choices is actually one—out of only three—causes for disease. The excerpt below …
Read More »Autumn is a cold, windy season dominated by Vata dosha. Vata dosha is made of Air and Space elements and its qualities are cold, light, irregular, dry, subtle, mobile and changing. Cold autumn air brings lightness, dryness and coolness. Vata also regulates the levels of moisture in the body, so …
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Puy lentils, or French green lentils, are a type of lentil grown in the thin volcanic soils of the Le Puy region in France. They are small and slate green/grey/blue in colour with a distinctive, rich peppery taste. They are about the same size as red lentils but with a thicker …
Read More »Breathe in and out. Inhale and Exhale. Nose creates a very important pathway to the brain and to consciousness, according to Ayurveda. The life force or prana enters the body via nose when we are breathing. Being able to breathe properly ensures the healthy flow of prana. Everyone who experienced full, …
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Vegetables are one of mother nature’s simple miracle foods. No matter what diet you currently subscribe to—paleo, vegetarian, vegan, macrobiotic or ayurvedic—unless you are a pure fruitarian or breatharian, there’s a 99.9 percent chance that you, my friend, are a fellow vegetable eater. Vegetables have a way of uniting us. …
Read More »Ayurveda teaches us that the gradual accumulation of toxins in our body may cause over time stagnation in tissue that may lead to the breast cancer. From the holistic perspective, toxins may come from various sources including our toxic environment, processed foods, lack of regular movement, and even suppressed emotions or emotional …
Read More »No matter what your age is, there are simple steps you can integrate into your daily routines to look younger and feel more balanced and healthier. Your well being and happiness depends on your choices, you hold both in your own hands. Ayurveda teaches us to follow simple intuitive daily …
Read More »Find the ability to connect with your inner self, listen to the voice of your body and ask yourself openly: Question #1 – How am I doing right now? While this may seem easy and obvious, we are often too busy and have too hectic lifestyles to truly listen to …
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