5 Immune Boosters to Keep You Healthy Through The Holidays
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
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Tips for Balancing Kapha in Autumn
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,
Tips for Balancing Vata in Autumn
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
10 Ayurveda Tips for The Dog Days of Summer
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
Embrace Summer with these Ayurveda Rituals
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
Summer: Pitta Season
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
Why I Fast 1 Day a Week in Summer
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
Sugaring vs Waxing: The Holistic Sweet Path to Silky Smooth Skin
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
Why Is Spring The Best Season For An Ayurvedic Cleanse?
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
Spring Cleaning For Mental Clutter
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
Honoring The Season Of Renewal
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
It’s Kapha Season – How to Balance Kapha
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
Purifying Essence: Ayurvedic Insights on Water Fasting for Holistic Wellness
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
Soothing the Mind: Ayurvedic Approaches to Migraine Stress Management
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.
Exploring New Weight Loss Medications: Their Effectiveness and the Ayurvedic Alternative
Exploring New Weight Loss Medications: Their Effectiveness and the Ayurvedic Alternative It is the New Year and in the constant quest for effective weight
Discovering Doshas: An Insight into Ayurvedic Constitutions
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
Nourishment from Within: A Guide to Holistic Nutrition Meal Plans
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.
Striking Balance: Dietary Solutions for Pitta Kapha Types
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
Savor the Flavor: Exciting Ayurveda Recipes for Your Dosha
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;
The Trending Ayurveda Practice of Oil Pulling: Oral Health, Detoxification, and More!
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
Discovering Happiness: The Top 10 Benefits of Ayurveda for Your Health
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
Benefits Of Disconnecting: 5 Reasons To Take a Technology Break
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
The Ageless Path: Embrace Your Inner Radiance with Ayurvedic Anti-Aging Wisdom and Epigenetic Testing
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
Menopause Transition: Embracing Change with a Gentle Guide Through Your Journey
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
The Importance of Giving Thanks During Uncertain Times
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
Why I Fast One Day A Week!
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
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
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
Summer Healthy Skin From The Inside Out
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
If You’re Not Putting Ghee in Your Coffee, You’re Missing Out on Major Flavor (and Health Benefits)
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
What To Eat for my Dosha at a BBQ
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
Skin Be Safe – Natural Sunscreen
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
Why I Meditate!
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
Prefer Coffee to Tea? How Your Genes Impact Your Food Preferences!
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 National Make Lunch Count Day – Eat According to Your Biology
It’s National Make Lunch Count Day – Eat According to Your Biology Lunch Count Day – For the longest time, there has been a lot
World Health Day 2021: What You Need To Know About It!
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
Why Does Chocolate Make Us Happy?
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
Love Yourself on Valentine’s Day – The Ultimate Self-Care Routine!
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
Herbs That Heal: Elderberry Syrup – Immune Boosting Cold and Flu Remedy
Herbs That Heal: Elderberry Syrup – Immune Boosting Cold and Flu Remedy This week, I made a big batch of elderberry syrup. With flu season
5 Herbs for Thyroid Wellness
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
Why It’s Okay to Indulge over the Holidays
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
Are you a Smart Mouth? 5 Ways to Keep The Dentist Away!
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
What’s The Right Dosha Tea – To Balance My health?
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
Summer Insomnia? How to Stay Cool and Sleep Well
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
Essential Oils 101
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
Feeling Lonely & Isolated? Find Solace Through Meditation
Feeling Lonely & Isolated? Find Solace Through Meditation I am in Rhode Island where I am sheltered in place and coming up on week four
Washed Ghee – The World’s Best Anti-Aging Moisturizer
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
Ayurveda Hair Care During ‘Shelter in Place’
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
Is Stress Causing Your Hair Loss?
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
Natural Hair Loss Remedies & Treatments
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Anxious About Coronavirus? Here Are 7 Ways to Stay Calm
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4 Ways for Giving Thanks
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
Back to School According to the Doshas
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
Why Cleanse The Ayurveda Way This Fall?
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,
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.