Spiced and scented, chai is one of those soul-warming wellness teas that stays with you. Enjoyed as spiced milk tea in India and Pakistan, chai gets its unique and soothing flavor from black tea leaves steeped with spices and blended with milk and a sweetener. Cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and even peppercorns, are commonly used,…
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Love Yourself on Valentine’s Day – The Ultimate Self-Care Routine!
Valentines Day is not just for couples! Whether you are single or not, giving yourself some love on Valentine’s Day with this simple Ayurveda Daily Routine will have you nourished and energized and in love with the world! Dinacharya is the Sanskrit term for daily rituals which when practiced regularly helps us support a life…
Fall Squash: The Many Benefits
Tis the season of squash, and yes, yes you should be incorporating them into your diet! But maybe not so much in the way of lattes, pies, and cookies. While Pumpkin has become synonymous with these sweet treats this time of year, I encourage to consider it’s savory side as well. Pumpkins, along with the…
Essential Oils 101
You’ve probably heard of essential oils by now – but what are they exactly? How are they made? What are the benefits of using essential oils? And how do you use them at home? Kerry speaks to Pamela Tracey of The Balanced Life about all things essential oils! Watch the below video and get an…
Feeling Lonely & Isolated? Make Sure You Meditate
I am in Rhode Island where I am sheltered in place and coming up on week four of the “stay at home” order. As I walk my dog in the neighborhood ‘sans’ mask – I don’t see my neighbors, the streets are empty and there are no children playing on the sidewalks. It feels quite…
Ayurveda Hair Care During ‘Shelter in Place’
You’re about to see everyone’s true colors come shining through… Being stuck in the house and with hair salons closing as non-essential businesses during the coronavirus pandemic — we are wondering what we can do with our hair. Some are pleading with stylists to make house calls, others are asking for self-trimming tips and a…
Meet Our New Ayurveda Coach – Courtney!
I am thrilled to welcome you to our newest member of the team who brings a wealth of experience and skills. when I first met Courtney, I just knew that she was the right fit for us – here is why! Hello, I’m Dr. Courtney Paré! I’m a licensed naturopathic doctor and holistic anxiety and…
DIY Pumpkin Facemasks for your Dosha.
It is pumpkin season and don’t be fooled into thinking that pumpkins are only good for pumpkin pie or Halloween decorations. Pumpkins contain retinoic acid, antioxidants, beta-carotene, and vitamins A, C, and E that you find in the most expensive skincare products. So, if you want skin that naturally glows and looks like it’s full…
Meals That Heal – Daikon and Chicory Salad
Did you know that raw daikon is chock full of digestive enzymes making it a great salad for those that normally cannot do raw veggies? When we add the detoxifying qualities of chicory, we get a great salad that helps you burn fat easier. The cooling yogurt and tahini dressing adds a wonderfully creamy bite…
Knee Pain? Let’s take a look at your diet!
In Pain? -Let’s take a look at your Diet! If someone would have told me in 2015 that my chronic arthritis and knee pain had nothing to do with my knees and more to do with my gut, I would have called them crazy. The idea that chronic pain is directly tied to an impaired…