Tag Archives: Spices

“Ayurveda is all about digestion. The food we eat, the beverages we drink, the sights we see, the books we read, the conversations we have and emotions we feel. How do you digest your life experiences?” One of the Ayurvedic principles that helps digestion is the element of Fire. Fire …

Did you know that the seasons are governed by the five elements? As we enter fall, we are shifting from fire-dominated summer to wind-dominated autumn. All of nature is a dance between the elements – earth, water, fire, air and ether. Everything we see is comprised of these five elements …

Spices are considered medicine within Ayurveda, the traditional medical system of India. You may associate them with meat rubs for barbecue or the occasional curry but you may not realize what a profoundly positive effect they could have on your health. Spices are the most nutrient-dense and antioxidant-rich foods on the planet. As …

Did you know it is possible for your very own kitchen to be like a mini clinic, equipped with medicinal, healing spices that can correct and prevent ailments ranging from physical pain to indigestion, to itching to headaches? It is certainly possible thanks to the ancient science of Ayurveda, a medical …

In reality, holding on to weight and looking older (and feeling it) are two expressions of the same root cause: depletion. The habits we cultivate over our lives which result in depletion (vata imbalance), are the same that result in unhealthy eating and exercise patterns, and poor self care. I’m …

Ah, the holidays are here! Yay, this means yummy food and lovely get togethers with people we haven’t seen for a while! It means sharing presents and sharing love. And it also means potential holiday bloating. Holiday bloating is often caused by continual eating without a gap for digestion. This disturbs …