Ginger latte is one of my favorite hot drinks and, while not a complete substitute, evokes the familiar comfort and aroma of coffee. The warmth of ginger, roasted barley, chicory, and figs stimulates blood circulation and promotes energy and vitality. Here’s the recipe for Ginger latte. Ginger Latte Recipe Preparation Time: …
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Simple Practices for a Healthy Heart
Heart health might be the most important aspect of health in Ayurveda. The ancient Ayurvedic texts refer to the heart as the home of the Self, the center of consciousness and therefore the mind. This also includes feelings and emotions, among other things. In my experience, successful work with people …
Read More »DIY Cleansing, Part One
This DIY home cleanse guide is a five-part series that explores a ‘Guided Home Cleanse’ with Ayurvedic Lifestyle Counselor and Panchakarma Specialist Allison Bransfield Morse. Allison runs The Ayurvedic Center of Vermont just outside of Burlington, and offers traditional Panchakarma (PK) on site as well as at a distance. This …
Read More »A Kitchadi Cleanse
A kitchadi or khichdi cleanse is a gentle way to cleanse the body and mind of toxins. I suggest this type of cleanse because it is a moderate process with low mental and physical stress. Khichdi is an Indian lentil and rice soup. Kitchadi or kitchari is easily digested and assimilated …
Read More »Fast Healthy Ayurvedic Meals
Healthy Ayurvedic meals are easy to make. Here’s a guide on making fast and healthy meals like Khichdi or Kitchari These meals don’t offend Ayurveda’s guidelines on food choices and food prep. Good health comes from balanced and moderate living and eating. Make your choices wisely as to how you spend your …
Read More »Seedless Fruit… Is it healthy?
Seedless fruit is a bit of an oxymoron: seeded fruit is by definition a fertilized ovum and its nutrition source. It is the source of the next generation of plants. While convenient, consuming seedless fruits might have disadvantages. The botanical developmental leap to seeded plants (from ferns) allowed the genetic …
Read More »Spring Kitchari Recipe
Kitchari or Khichdi is a delicious, soup-like meal that’s both nourishing to the body and easy on the digestive system. A vegetarian ‘chicken soup’, if you will. This particular recipe is a perfect spring kitchari. This recipe is well-spiced and light. Once mastered, Khichri takes about twelve minutes of prep …
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