5 Immune Boosters to Keep You Healthy Through The Holidays
The holiday season is a time to celebrate, enjoy good food, and spend time with loved ones. But with all the excitement, it’s easy to
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Tips for Balancing Kapha in Autumn
Kapha Dosha is one of the three main energies in Ayurvedic medicine. It has qualities that feel heavy, cool, and stable, like the elements of
Tips for Balancing Vata in Autumn
As autumn arrives and the air becomes cooler, it affects more than just the weather. It also changes how your body feels. In Ayurveda, Vata
10 Ayurveda Tips for The Dog Days of Summer
Summer’s heat sometimes called the “dog days of summer”, can make us feel depleted both physically and emotionally. The science of Ayurveda, an ancient Indian
Embrace Summer with these Ayurveda Rituals
Summer is a time of vibrancy and energy, but it can also bring challenges like excessive heat, dehydration, and imbalanced energy levels. Ayurveda, the ancient
Summer: Pitta Season
As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, we enter the Pitta Season. In Ayurveda, the Pitta Season is associated with the summer months,
Why I Fast 1 Day a Week in Summer
As the temperatures rise and the days grow longer, summer presents the perfect opportunity to rejuvenate both body and mind. One of the ways I
Sugaring vs Waxing: The Holistic Sweet Path to Silky Smooth Skin
Hey there, beautiful souls! It’s Kerry from The Holistic Highway, and today, we’re diving into the delightful world of hair removal. If you’ve been a
Why Is Spring The Best Season For An Ayurvedic Cleanse?
As the days grow longer and the earth awakens from its winter slumber, there’s a palpable sense of renewal in the air. Spring, with its
Spring Cleaning For Mental Clutter
Amid blooming flowers and warming weather, spring brings with it a sense of renewal and fresh beginnings. While many of us focus on decluttering our
Honoring The Season Of Renewal
Welcome to the season of renewal, a time of transition and transformation as nature awakens from its winter slumber and bursts forth with new life.
It’s Kapha Season – How to Balance Kapha
As we transition into Kapha season, it’s essential to understand how this time impacts our health and well-being. In Ayurveda, this season, typically spanning late
Purifying Essence: Ayurvedic Insights on Water Fasting for Holistic Wellness
In the ancient healing tradition of Ayurveda, water fasting is revered as a profound method for cleansing the body and rejuvenating the spirit. This practice,
Soothing the Mind: Ayurvedic Approaches to Migraine Stress Management
Migraines are more than just headaches; they are a complex neurological condition often exacerbated by stress. In the holistic world of Ayurveda, migraine stress management
Exploring New Weight Loss Medications: Their Effectiveness and the Ayurvedic Alternative
It is the New Year and in the constant quest for effective weight loss solutions, pharmaceutical advancements have introduced new medications that promise to help
Discovering Doshas: An Insight into Ayurvedic Constitutions
In the science of Ayurveda, understanding your dosha is key to achieving a balanced and healthy life. According to this Ayurvedic principles, is one of
Nourishment from Within: A Guide to Holistic Nutrition Meal Plans
Embracing a holistic approach to nutrition is more than just a diet; it’s a lifestyle. A holistic nutrition meal plan focuses on nourishing the body,
Striking Balance: Dietary Solutions for Pitta Kapha Types
Navigating the world of Ayurveda can be a transformative journey, especially when it comes to understanding and balancing your unique dosha combination. For those with
Savor the Flavor: Exciting Ayurveda Recipes for Your Dosha
Ayurveda, the science of longevity, offers more than just a path to physical and mental well-being; it brings a world of flavorful culinary delights tailored
The Trending Ayurveda Practice of Oil Pulling: Oral Health, Detoxification, and More!
In recent years, an ancient practice has been making a trendy comeback in the world of oral health and holistic well-being: Ayurveda oil pulling. This
Discovering Happiness: The Top 10 Benefits of Ayurveda for Your Health
In an era where modern medicine is at the forefront, the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda offers a holistic and natural approach to healing. Discover the
Benefits Of Disconnecting: 5 Reasons To Take a Technology Break
In today’s fast-paced digital world, understanding the benefits of disconnecting is crucial. It has become challenging to escape the constant stream of notifications, emails, and
The Ageless Path: Embrace Your Inner Radiance with Ayurvedic Anti-Aging Wisdom and Epigenetic Testing
Embracing Ayurvedic Anti-Aging: Reclaim Your Power Over 40 and Unleash Your Inner Beauty Are you over 40 years? It’s time to reclaim your power and
Menopause Transition: Embracing Change with a Gentle Guide Through Your Journey
Holistic Healing and Balance During the Menopause Transition with Ayurveda and Herbal Support Menopause marks the menopause transition from the Pitta phase of life to
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.
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
Cheers to the Season With a Healthy Mocktail
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
Expert Tips To Reduce Bloat
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
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
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
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
What To Eat for my Dosha at a BBQ
Finally, we are opening up, and it’s a delightful time for those mindful of their dosha in Ayurveda. This past weekend, I was amazed at
Skin Be Safe – Natural Sunscreen
Now we’re heading into the sunny skies of summer, which feels so rejuvenating after the winter months. It’s time to embrace natural sunscreen, replacing last
Why I Meditate!
Think meditation is a mysterious, hard-to-master exercise? Think again. I used to assume that meditation was complicated and time-consuming plus who could possibly keep their
Prefer Coffee to Tea? How Your Genes Impact Your Food Preferences!
So do you prefer tea or coffee? Do you prefer spicy or sweet-tasting foods? It’s all in your genes! We all have different genes. Take
It’s National Make Lunch Count Day – Eat According to Your Biology
Lunch Count Day – For the longest time, there has been a lot of confusion on what should be the ideal time to have most
World Health Day 2021: What You Need To Know About It!
On World Health Day, 7 April 2021, the whole world will be recognizing International World Health Day. This global event will be focusing on The
Why Does Chocolate Make Us Happy?
It is the typical break-up scene in the movie and you watch as the girl eats her way through half a gallon of chocolate ice
Love Yourself on Valentine’s Day – The Ultimate Self-Care Routine!
Valentines Day is not just for couples! Embrace a self-care routine, whether you are single or not, giving yourself some love on Valentine’s Day with
Herbs That Heal: Elderberry Syrup – Immune Boosting Cold and Flu Remedy
This week, I made a big batch of elderberry syrup. With flu season here, I decided to make this for my family and close friends
5 Herbs for Thyroid Wellness
“Every Cell in the Body has receptors for thyroid hormone” Did you know that: In the US alone, it’s estimated that 50 million people have
Why It’s Okay to Indulge over the Holidays
Embracing Holidays Indulgence: A Time for Relaxation As the holidays approach, we always have a few clients who get anxious and talk to us about
Are you a Smart Mouth? 5 Ways to Keep The Dentist Away!
Ayurveda offers lots of remedies for dental problems, from toothaches to gingivitis to bad breath. Try a few natural Smart Mouth remedies today – your
What’s The Right Dosha Tea – To Balance My health?
Before I dive into tea, let’s journey back roughly 5,000 years. Ayu means ‘life’ and Veda ‘science’, together forming ‘The Science of Life’. Ayurveda, a
Summer Insomnia? How to Stay Cool and Sleep Well
Sleep Well: Ayurvedic Strategies for a Restful Summer For many people, there’s only one thing stopping them from enjoying a good night’s sleep in 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
Feeling Lonely & Isolated? Find Solace Through Meditation
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
Washed Ghee – The World’s Best Anti-Aging Moisturizer
Ancient Ayurveda Beauty Secret Are you looking for that perfect skin moisturizer? You know the one that is super hydrating, reduces wrinkles, helps eliminate scars,
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
Is Stress Causing Your Hair Loss?
This is a guest post written by Stacey Chillemi, Founder of The Complete Herbal Guide. In this article, you’ll learn and discover if stress is
Natural Hair Loss Remedies & Treatments
This is a guest post written by Stacey Chillemi, Founder of The Complete Herbal Guide. Hair Loss Remedies There is no sure-fire way to prevent
Anxious About Coronavirus? Here Are 7 Ways to Stay Calm
At the moment, it feels like every time you turn on the news or check social media the most recent update on coronavirus fills your
4 Ways for Giving Thanks
Did you know that giving thanks and practicing gratitude can improve your mental health? The age-old tradition of giving thanks at this time of year
Back to School According to the Doshas
Back to school is always an exciting time of year. For most of us, it’s a time of transition in our daily rhythm and routine
Why Cleanse The Ayurveda Way This Fall?
When you hear the word “cleanse,” what do you picture? For many, it invokes images of deprivation, fasting, and discomfort. There are countless cleanses available
Ayurveda Buttermilk (Takra) – why it is great for your digestive health!
Suffering from acidity after a heavy meal? Tired and just back from a long day in the sun? Well, before you reach for that bottle of iced tea, soda or iced water, try a glass of buttermilk. A yummy, cool drink made from yogurt and digestive spices such as cumin, coriander and mint, and salt.
Springing into Spring Foods For Your Dosha
Ayurveda classifies health as:
Having a balanced mind, having a well formed body, having good elimination. When the mind and body are in harmony and when the dosha’s are balanced. And then and only then are we in good health. To keep healthy we must eat the Spring Foods for your dosha.