Menopause marks the transition from the Pitta phase of life to the Vata phase of life. During the transition, imbalances in both Vata and Pitta may occur. Hot flashes and night sweats are created by an imbalance in Pitta in the deeper tissues of the body and the build-up of ama (toxins) in the…
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The Importance of Giving Thanks During Uncertain Times
Did you know that giving thanks and practicing gratitude can improve your mental health? The age-old tradition of giving thanks is actually backed by science. New research is starting to show how giving thanks can increase happiness, reduce depression and strengthen resiliency. It may also help you boost your self-esteem! The concept of gratitude is…
Why I Fast One Day A Week!
What is Intermittent Fasting and What are the Benefits? Intermittent fasting is one of the trendiest diets in the health and wellness world today, and means that you don’t eat for a period of time each day or week. I fast one day a week, every Friday when my husband is out of town and…
Cheers to the Season With a Healthy Mocktail
Raise a seasonal glass and toast with loved ones! So many people have begun to go alcohol-free – that I designed this mocktail that combines the nutritive-rich winter tonic, Amalaki (a potent antioxidant), and the adaptogenic root, (grounding and stress-busting) ashwagandha, to make your cocktail a seasonal healthy holiday elixir. You don’t need alcohol to…
Expert Tips To Reduce Bloat
HERE ARE A SOME TOOLS TO GET DIGESTION FLOWING Are you sick of suffering from bloating after a meal or during the day? Let’s clear something up first: a little bloat post-meal is completely natural. But when we are subject to persistent bloat, it is often a sign that digestion isn’t working as well as…
The Top 6 Foods That Fight Inflammation
Did you know that the term “inflammation” originates from the Latin phrase, “set on fire”? Inflammation is the immune system’s response to harm on the body. Your immune system becomes activated when your body recognizes anything that is foreign—such as an invading microbe, plant pollen, or chemical. This often triggers a process called inflammation. This…
Summer Healthy Skin From The Inside Out
The connection between the gut and the brain, or the gut-brain axis, has been receiving a lot of publicity recently. And, rightly so! This is because our mental health, emotional resilience, and overall health are not the only things that our microbiome affects. In fact, having a healthy microbiome is also essential to maintaining healthy…
If You’re Not Putting Ghee in Your Coffee, You’re Missing Out on Major Flavor (and Health Benefits)
You don’t have to stare at the endless options on a Starbucks menu to know there are a ton of ways to trick out your coffee. Some people like adding a simple dash of cinnamon, which is good for brain health. Others spike it with a stress-reducing adaptogen or beauty-boosting collagen. I also like incorporating…
What To Eat for my Dosha at a BBQ
Finally, we are opening up. This past weekend, I was amazed at how many people were out and about. And, no wonder – it is now much safer to meet up, sit at pavement cafes, go to graduation parties and meet our friends again. This past weekend, I relished being able to sit in an…
Skin Be Safe – Natural Sunscreen
Now we’re heading into the sunny skies of summer which feels so good after the winter months. It’s time to blow off the dust from last year’s sunscreen. I remember my earlier years right up until my mid 30’s were spent rebelling against sunscreen and having tanning contests with my sister. I still adore the…