I normally prefer lighter meals in the summer evening. I like protein-rich chick-peas as they are not only tasty but filling too and are a complete meal in themselves. Try this versatile salad that can be prepared with any beans if chickpeas are not your thing and combined with cilantro, mint, and pomegranate kernels –…
Meals That Heal
Meals That Heal – Chamangos
You Haven’t Lived Until You’ve Tried A Chamango The best things in life are sweet (and spicy). When the summer sun starts sizzling -try this deliciously sweet and spicy drink from Mexico. Lay on your hammock, put on your sombrero, and just chill! Eastern View: All parts of a mango have medicinal uses including the…
5 Reasons You Should Be Drinking Garlic Milk
It might seem a little strange to pair garlic and milk, but this popular Ayurveda tonic has been mentioned in several ancient texts as an important immune booster. For hundreds of years, garlic has been used as a treatment for various diseases. It contains powerful antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties. It promotes healing and protects…
Meals That Heal – Immune Boosting Ginger Turmeric Tea
Amidst the coronavirus outbreak, you may be looking for natural ways to support your immune system right now. Ginger & turmeric root are powerful herbs with antiviral properties, often used to bolster a strong immune system. Many people reach for these ingredients at the first sign of the sniffles, but they can also be used…
Meals That Heal – One-Pot Turmeric Coconut Rice with Greens.
I am spending this week eating simple home-cooked meals after the over-indulgence and richer foods of the holidays. I came across this recipe from the NYT and made it today for lunch. It’s a delicious way to eat right for the season, and at the same time give yourself a simple warming, easy to digest…
Meals That Heal: Apple Butter: Crock-Pot Style
Fall is fast approaching and nothing says Fall more than apples. Whether you pick your own or buy them from your local orchard or farm stand, fresh, locally produced apples are at their best during the autumn months. They are the perfect ingredient to keep stocked in your kitchen. But did you know that eating…
Meals That Heal – Roasted Acorn Squash with Mushrooms, Peppers & Goat Cheese
In honor of National Acorn Squash Day ( who knew!) here is one of our favorites! Eastern View: Acorn Squash is a nourishing, grounding vegetable whose sweetness can be the centerpiece of any hearty meal. As the sweet taste is almost always cold, be sure to warm your acorn squash with mild spices like cinnamon…
The Best Breakfasts for Your Dosha That Will Keep You Energized All Morning
We are so often told that you should eat breakfast, its the most important meal of the day. Others say you should fast – especially if you want to lose weight! But did you know that breakfast is as simple as looking at your dosha and the season? Get your day off to the perfect…
Meals That Heal: Summertime Popsicles-Ayurveda Style!
We took a childhood favorite and gave it a grown-up makeover, added the wisdom of Ayurveda. The result is a seasonal treat to delight all ages. You may be wondering why I am suggesting frozen foods when Vatas and Kaphas do not do well with cold foods. This becomes debatable in the summer as the…
Meals That Heal – Blueberry Lavender Smoothie
Yeah for summer! This delicious smoothie is like a big bowl of goodness, you can just feel it nourishing each cell as you sip on this light and refreshing drink. This is the perfect breakfast or afternoon pick me up on a hot summer day. Its the ideal drink to pacify vata and cool pitta….