What Is Castor Oil? Castor oil, also known as eranda taila in Sanskrit, is a thick oil made from Ricinus communis, the castor bean. Here, we discuss the benefits of using castor oil along with its Ayurvedic applications. Castor oil has been used therapeutically for centuries. The plant is native …
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In most areas of the United States, early winter is the time when the dryness of fall meets the cold of winter. Many begin “winding up” for the holidays, bringing stress levels to an all time high for the year. Others will be outdoors skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. Whatever your winter activity, dry …
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Before you begin, warm the oil to skin temperature. The easiest way to do this is to keep a small plastic squeeze bottle filled with oil, and set the bottle in a bowl or cup of very hot water. Wait a few minutes for the oil to reach skin temperature. While …
Read More »I know you may be asking, “What’s with this obsession with oil and self-massage in Ayurveda?” Or maybe, “Why do I need to massage myself daily?” Good questions. You may also be asking yourself, “Is self-massage really going to be better than or as good as if someone else gives …
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