I am often asked about the difference between Mediterranean and Ayurvedic diet. While there are some similarities such as focus on fresh whole foods, the diets do share distinctions in origins, principles, and focuses. Here are the key differences between the two:
Origin and Philosophy: Mediterranean Diet: The Mediterranean…
When it comes to natural ingredients that promote healthy and radiant skin, galangal oil deserves a special mention. Derived from the rhizome of the galangal plant, this aromatic oil has been used for centuries in traditional Ayurvedic skincare and wellness practices. In this blog, we will explore the remarkable benefits…
Overall, my philosophy on skincare routines is to keep them simple such that even on my most lazy days, I can follow them. We all know, as with most things in life, consistency is key with a good skincare routine. With that being said, Serum is one step in my…
In the pursuit of healthy and radiant skin, one skincare practice stands out as a game-changer: exfoliation. Regularly exfoliating your skin is like giving it a fresh start, removing dull and dead skin cells to reveal a smoother, brighter complexion. Ayurvedic rituals like dry brushing have been around for centuries…
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, menstrual flow is a byproduct, after all, of the most basic tissues of the body. After we ingest our breakfast, this food undergoes transformation through the seven tissue layers of the body. The first is plasma, then blood, which is then followed by the muscle and fat…
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…