I met with a friend today who has applied the “law of attraction” in her life for some time. Wikipedia decribes the law of attraction as “the name given to the maxim ‘like attracts like’ which in New Thought philosophy is used to sum up the idea that by focusing on positive …
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In the western Diet, very often foods are served together with different tastes, energies and post-digestive effects. The problem with this is our agni, the digestive fire, can get overloaded trying to do too many things at the same time. This results in the production of toxins in the body. …
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The morning is the start to our day, and when we get a good start, it’s likely that we’re going to have a great day! Yet waking up can be a challenge for some. But following simple routine in the morning will help you start the day on a blissful …
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Vata-Type people are generally thin and find it hard to gain weight. Because of this, Vatas have very little energy reserve and can tire easily and get themselves out of balance. Vatas need to get sufficient rest and not overdo things, stay warm, and keep a regular lifestyle routine. Vatas …
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Like with the skin, the quality of the hair and scalp also depends partially on the Body Type and partially on the preponderance of a particular Dosha in a person at a given time. So hair care and scalp care can be done as per the dosha type. Routine hair …
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You may think that detoxing requires investing too much time or money, taking time off work and traveling to a far-off retreat center. Of course a detox retreat like this can be well worth investing inm and a good annual cleanse is highly recommended; however, that’s not to say that those who simply …
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By 36 weeks you have a fully formed, tiny human being inside you. The main thing your baby will do in the last month of pregnancy is grow good and fat. During this time Ayurveda suggests pregnant women reduce fat, salt and water from their diet. And as is often …
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PITTA-Type people are generally of medium size and well proportioned. They are more muscular, and athletic. They have a medium amount of physical energy and stamina. They also tend to be intelligent and have a sharp wit and a good ability to concentrate. They make good leaders and businesspeople. Examples …
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The principles of Ayurveda are very logical and comprehensive and can be easily applied to diagnose a person’s condition so that you can come up with an appropriate action plan. To do this, we need to look at Specific Symptoms & Signs. General appearance: A Vata body is one which thin, …
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In Ayurveda, the lifespan has been defined as the time period between the birth and death and has been divided into three stages – the childhood, the middle stage (the youth & middle age) and the old age. The childhood is marked by growth, the middle stage is marked by more …
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Before starting on an exercise regimen, it is always advisable to get a medical check up done by your physician to rule out any absolute contraindication or to know about any precaution which you should take while exercising. Exercises should be done an hour before/after a light snack preferably in …
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Ayurveda has recommendations to help alleviate PMS, or Premenstrual Syndrome. In Vatas, PMS usually shows up as anxiety, insomnia, or lower backache. In Pitas, PMS manifests as hives, acne, irritability and migraines. Kapha PMS results in fluid retention and bloating. By keeping your Dosha in balance with your Ayurvedic Lifestyle routine, …
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Ayurveda considers digestion the root of all health, but digestion holds a more broad and subtle meaning. Obviously you need to digest the food you eat, but you also need to digest everything that touches your skin, everything you see and hear and the emotions you experience. If your baby …
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Milk has come under scrutiny for many reasons. Milk is known for its indigestibility and for causing inflammation. It is listed as a top 10 food allergen. It’s also the source of digestive stress, cramping, painful bloating, gas, and diarrhea for many worldwide. Here we discuss Ayurveda’s perspective on milk …
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Basic rules for Ayurvedic Meals: Eat seasonally. Favor fresh foods that are in season, and keep in mind the weather to stay in balance. For example: Eat more soups and warming foods during Vata season (Fall/Winter) and more salads and cooling foods during Pitta season (summer). Include all six tastes …
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AYURVEDA defines the Common Cold as a disease originating in the nasal cavity marked by a watery discharge from the nose. The main Doshas involved in the common cold are Vata and Kapha. AYURVEDA believes that due to various causative factors there is a vitiation of the ‘Rasa‘ (body fluids/plasma) …
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The Vri-dha (old) awastha (stage): This stage of life is marked by Vata and is divided into sub stages – two ashrams Vanprastha and Sanyaas. In the first stage there is a gradual depletion of Pitta and a gradual increase of Vata. In the second stage very little Pitta remains …
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The Yauvan (Youth) – avastha – This stage of life is dominated by PITTA. In olden days, this was the time when one would start earning out of the knowledge gathered through education, get married and start family life. From the Ayurvedic viewpoint, the person entering this stage of life …
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AYURVEDA gives invaluable Guidelines for self care to keep our sense organs working efficiently and free from disease. Eye Care: eye is the most important sense organ. According to Ayurveda this is the site of Pitta and has to be protected from the onslaught of Kapha at all times. Otherwise there is …
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AYURVEDA teaches us to care for our Hair both inside and outside. Hair is a by-product of our bones, and healthy bones depend on healthy fat tissue We need to care for our both our bones and our fat tissue to have that luxurious hair we crave. Using healthy fats, such …
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There are six Tastes or Rasas in AYURVEDA: Sweet, Sour, Salty, Pungent, Bitter & Astringent. Ayurveda has a unique approach to break down tastes scientifically, each having its own therapeutic effects and changing impacts on your Body; from the first taste to entering the body to being absorbed. These Tastes …
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In Sanskrit the Daily Routine is called the Dinacharya. Ayurveda provides us with a map to our Natural basic rhythms. Through these daily routines, we can bring balance to our DOSHAS. 1. Time of getting up Ayurveda recommends getting up before sun rise. This is an auspicious time as per the belief …
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In Ayurveda, food combinations play an important role in how well digestion occurs. There are three factors that make up the properties of a food. First is its taste, or Rasa. We know that there are six tastes in Ayurveda, and foods can have one or more of these tastes. We …
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Ayurveda is an ancient science of body, mind, and spirit which has stood the test of time for over 5,000 years. It has eight branches. One of these branches is Ayurvedic psychology, also known as graha chikitsa or bhuta vidya. Ayurvedic psychology addresses mental imbalances and how to treat them …
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Late summer is a great time to move lymph. Actually, most times are good times. Lymph is a fluid in our body critical to our wellness. It is an active carrier of the chemicals and cells that conduct out our immune response. Our lymph system is also a delivery as …
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