Tag Archives: Ayurveda

Ayurveda recognizes three main pillars of well being: proper diet, sufficient sleep and loving relationships. When kept in balance, these three pillars keep us healthy, happy and fulfilled. They promote good digestion, proper detoxification and increase vitality and contentment. When out of balance we may experience digestive discomfort. We may …

I love Ayurveda because it is a system of health that allows us to love ourselves no matter what we weigh, no matter what the size and shape of our body is! Beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. As a curvy woman I have often felt that I do not …

Between 40-60% of what we put on our skin is absorbed directly into the body. Unlike the digestive system, however, the skin does not have the same lines of defense. Molecules small enough to be absorbed directly into the blood stream will pass right through. In the case of self-massage …

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (otherwise known as CFS, ME or Post-viral Fatigue Syndrome) and Fibromyalgia are conditions that I’ve come across a lot working in clinical practice. In my experience, they can be extraordinarily debilitating – both physically and psychologically. In many instances CFS and Fibromyalgia present in a similar fashion. …

Some say we are creatures of habit, and I agree. Humans thrive on routine and it creates the foundation for each day. Unfortunately, it can also end up biting us in the butt. We are each inherently born with a unique constitution. Residing in that natural state on all levels …

Genetics in Ayurveda Modern science is now exploring circumstances that change how genes are regulated and expressed. A stressed, depleted individual will transfer different gene tendencies than a healthy and happy parent. Āyurvedic teachings take new depth within the science of epigenetics. The modern understanding of genetics started in 1866 …

There is nothing inherently pathological or bad about menopause. Menopause is a natural transition in a woman’s life. Yes, the emphasis is on NATURAL. It’s just a transition time that, because it brings with it many changes in body and mind, is often confusing, baffling and concerning to women. Ideally you …

How can I be happier? We are living in rather stressful, complicated times. As if unstable governments and climate change weren’t enough to worry about, we’re also facing some rather significant economic challenges worldwide. The nature of these challenges and their ramifications are mostly beyond our control so, to some …

If my hard core Ayurvedic friends knew I was a fan of the smoothie bowl they would probably disown me and call the ‘ama police’. Read: Why Good Ayurvedists Don’t Drink Smoothies The ‘ama police’ are the Ayurvedic individuals committed to serving and protecting your digestion from mis-digestion or ama. I wish there …

The five great elements, Mahabhutas; space, air, fire, water and earth come together to create the three Doshas: Vata, Pitta, Kapha. Through these five elements, and through these doshas, we learn how to remain balanced and in harmony with nature. With this knowledge and awareness of our elemental makeup, as …

Alkaline diets are all the rage. But why? What are they all about? Is it a valid approach or is it all hogwash? In this article I’ll explore the theory behind this approach to eating, discuss the pros and cons and will compare it with an Ayurvedic approach to eating. …

Vata people and kapha people might usually find coconut oil too cold to use. But in the heat of the summer coconut oil is such a panacea of soothing bliss! Coconut oil has many applications. It is great for soothing your skin after a day in the sun. It’s lovely to mix with …

There is a lot of talk in the health world—including the Ayurvedic health world—about WHAT to eat. Eat this.  Don’t eat that.  Don’t eat that either! Do eat this for your dosha.  Try these supplements.   Oh, and this superfood! It’s overload, right?  You are consuming SO much information about …

Vata people and kapha people might usually find coconut oil too cold to use. But in the heat of the summer coconut oil is such a panacea of soothing bliss! Coconut oil has many applications. It is great for soothing your skin after a day in the sun. It’s lovely to mix with …

Every time I turn around, there is another article or story on social media/networking’s fantastic explosion into our little worlds. I was thinking about why these networks are such a huge success as well as our biological need for human connection. One main thing came to mind. Loneliness. A starvation …

Feelin’ the Heat? Time to cool your jets with some Ayurvedic wisdom. Summer, pitta season is here.  Most of my friends are feelin’ the heat.   I tend to hang with Pitta peeps:  Men and women who have a lot pitta in their prakruti.  Pitta, Pitta-Kapha and Pitta-Vata are the combinations …

Summer is a great time for exploration, relaxation and travel. Taking time away from our everyday routines can allow us to explore new environments, reduce stress and increase life satisfaction. While travel offers endless opportunities for adventure, learning and expanding your mindset, it is important to be prepared in order …

You ready? Ready for Kapha’s vices? If you haven’t read about vata’s vices or pitta’s vices, I recommend doing so. Unless of course, you are a kapha. Then you can skip those and read on, because the spotlight is on you, baby. By vices, I mean stuff that you reach …

Kapha Dosha’s got a bad rap these days. So I’m here to set the record straight on behalf of all Kapha women everywhere. Don’t deny your Kapha nature, embrace it! First, let’s start off by clarifying something very important about your kapha nature… Kapha is NOT defined as large & lazy …

Traveling is one of those ideas in my head that sprouts imagination and wonder. “To see the world and experience that beauty of the Universe.” This has always been my go-to reason as to why I have the travel bug. This world is huge, and there’s so much to be seen. Even …

We are familiar with the word Vaccination, which means injection of a killed microbe in order to stimulate the immune system against the microbe, thereby preventing disease. They work by stimulating the immune system, the natural disease-fighting system of the body. What about Ayurvedic Immunizations ? In order to improve immunity, …

We’ve all heard the saying, “You are what you eat.” While this is certainly true, an even deeper level of examination reveals that we are what we think. For thousands of years the great Yogis and Vaidyas have observed the nature of the mind-body relationship. What they analyzed, understood, and taught …

I’m a Permaculture kind of Entrepreneur.  What’s that, you say?  Permawhat?  I think some Wikipedia-ing is in order. First of all, the word entrepreneur is derived from the French word entreprendre, which means ‘undertake’.  I desired something, but I didn’t quite know how to get it. Now, Permaculture is a …

Have you ever wondered why oil is such a significant part of Ayurveda? From the top of your head to the bottoms of your feet, the oil treatments recommended in the Ayurvedic texts provide healing benefits inside and out. Here’s a look at why Ayurvedic self-care and treatments recommend oil …