Tag: preventative medicine

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…