Triphala is an Ayurvedic herbal formula composed of the powder of three fruits: amalaki, bibhitaki and haritaki. These three fruits have different healing properties in part due to its five different tastes. Here we discuss triphala’s uses, benefits, dosages, and side effects. There are very few herbs in Ayurveda which …
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The HbA1C Test, Uncontrolled Diabetes + Mortality, Herbs For Diabetes
A recent analysis of National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey data (NHANES) found that older adults who had an HbA1c above 8% were associated with increased risks for all-cause, cardiovascular and cancer-related deaths. What’s HbA1C? The HbA1C test is a blood test that provides information about a person’s average levels …
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Menopause, that time in a women’s life where she can count on hot flashes at any time of day, discomforts during sexual encounters, and an increased risk for heart disease. Or is it? Menopause Exercise Benefits + Active Lifestyles According to a new study from Granada, being involved in an …
Read More »Dementia, Dementia Medication, Dementia And Depression, Herbs For Dementia
Dementia has displaced HIV/AIDS for the number 7 spot on the global health watchdog’s list of the 10 biggest causes of death worldwide. Worldwide, there are 47.5 million people with dementia and another 7.7 million new cases are diagnosed every year. These cases often have a version of deterioration in cognitive …
Read More »3 Things To Love About Ayurveda
Ayurveda is an ancient medicine and the mother of so many healing modalities. It has been gaining popularity in the west with people like Deepak Chopra, Dr. Oz and Oprah talking about it! I am so happy that it is becoming more popular. As a holistic health practitioner who has …
Read More »10 Ayurvedic Tips For Digesting Holiday Foods
Ama, the toxic waste-product of inefficient digestion, can accumulate at any time of the year. Experiencing ama during the holidays is not uncommon. At this time of year we’re particularly susceptible to it. The bounty of festive meals and lots of sweets tempts us to overeat and eat at irregular …
Read More »When Ayurvedic Herbs Don’t Seem To Work, Read This
People seem to try Ayurvedic herbs for a few weeks and don’t notice anything. They don’t know whether to continue or not. They also may not be fully aware of the preventative nature of Ayurveda. Perhaps they haven’t bought into the concept of the doshas or haven’t yet experienced a change in their …
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