Rising with the sun, a practice deeply rooted in ancient wisdom and Ayurveda, has been extolled for centuries for its numerous physical, mental, and spiritual benefits. In this blog, we delve into the wonders of waking up early and the positive impact it can have on our lives.
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Summer is a time of warmth, sunshine, and outdoor adventures. However, with the soaring temperatures and increased exposure to the sun, our hair tends to suffer. The harsh environmental conditions can lead to dryness, frizz, dandruff, and other hair woes. Fortunately, Ayurveda offers a holistic approach to haircare that can…
Teas in Ayurveda are as old as the Ayurveda itself making it one of the founding principles of Ayurvedic Medicine and part of the recommended daily ritual. These teas are made of different herbs and elements and are supposed to detoxify and purify the body. Ayurvedic tea is almost always…
What is Ghee? Ghee is the golden yellow substance left over after the impurities of butter have been melted away; it has been used for thousands of years in Ayurveda for cooking and religious ceremonies, as well as therapeutically, both internally and externally. Ghee holds a pure or sattvic energy…
Ayurveda considers sleep as an essential component of good health and wellbeing. According to Ayurvedic principles, adequate sleep is crucial for maintaining balance and harmony in the body and mind. Sleep is the time when the body replenishes its energy levels, repairs damaged tissues, and builds new cells. Additionally proper…
Growing up in India, I was very accustomed to my physician or treatment provider asking me to open my mouth so they can “read” my tongue. It wasn’t’ till I moved to the United States during my teens, when I learned that the practice was unique to eastern medicine which…
According to Ayurveda, primary driver of eczema is an impaired digestive fire (Agni”), which in turn is caused by unsuitable diet, lifestyle and environmental factors. When the digestive fire is imbalanced, either too high or too low, it causes some food to convert to toxins (“Ama”). These toxins then circulate…
According to Ayurveda, the best way to protect your skin from the sun is by following a holistic approach that includes both internal and external methods. In Ayurveda, it is believed that the health of your skin is directly related to the health of your internal organs. So, it's important…
The practice of using rose water for the eyes is not new. In Ayurvedic and Unani medicine, rose water is commonly used to reduce inflammation and other eye disorders. Traditionally, rose water was used to cure constipation, inflammation, and swelling and for easing throat infection. However, a study observed how…