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…
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…
In Ayurveda, gut and nutritional health are foundational principles for maintain overall health and wellness. For women, following Ayurvedic dietary guidelines can be particularly beneficial for supporting reproductive health, hormonal balance, and overall well-being. Here are some of the key Ayurvedic dietary guidelines for women.
Eat a variety of whole…
Its officially spring, regardless of how cold or warm it maybe wherever you are, mother nature has begun its transformation process. As the winter season comes to a close and spring approaches, it's a good time to start thinking about ways to support your body's natural transition into the new…
I must admit, it is next to impossible to escape blue light in today’s world. Most of us whether on our TVs, phones, tablets or computers end up spending a considerable amount of time absorbing blue lights into our skins and bodies. Research suggests that the average human spends 3…
Often there exists some confusion between pranayama and meditation? The difference between them can be subtle unless you dig in and understand the objective of both of these exercises. Pranayama is an ancient breath technique that originates from yogic practices in India. It involves controlling your breath in different styles…
Growing up in India, head massages were part of life. It wasn’t uncommon for my mother, or my grandma to massage my hair with herb infused oil, especially when I was stressed with school work. Ayurvedic head massage is an ancient therapeutic treatment that has been practiced in India for…