Meals That Heal – Summer Chickpea Salad 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 Chickpea Salad that can be prepared with any beans if chickpeas are not your thing and…
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Meals That Heal – Chamangos
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…
5 Reasons You Should Be Drinking Garlic Milk
5 Reasons You Should Be Drinking Garlic Milk It might seem a little strange to pair garlic and milk, but this popular Ayurveda tonic “Garlic Milk”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,…
Meals That Heal – Immune Boosting Ginger Turmeric Tea
Meals That Heal – Immune Boosting Ginger Turmeric Tea During fall, 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,…
Meals That Heal – One-Pot Turmeric Rice with Greens.
Meals That Heal – One-Pot Turmeric 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 turmeric rice recipe from the NYT and made it today for lunch. It’s a delicious way to eat right for the season, and at…
Meals That Heal – Morning Tonics For Your Dosha
Meals That Heal – Morning Tonics For Your Dosha When you wake up you are usually dehydrated, so you want to hydrate and kindle your digestive strength (agni) before eating. Here are some easy tonics for each dosha! Each of these will help fire up your digestion for the day so that your body is…
Meals That Heal: Apple Butter: Crock-Pot Style
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…
Meals That Heal – Roasted Acorn Squash with Mushrooms, Peppers & Goat Cheese
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…
The Best Breakfasts for Your Dosha That Will Keep You Energized All Morning
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…
Meals That Heal: Summertime Popsicles-Ayurveda Style!
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 with our summertime popsicles. You may be wondering why I am suggesting frozen foods when Vatas and Kaphas do not do well with…