No matter how much we meditate or pray, we still need others to help us dismantle the walls of our isolation and remind us of our belonging. I recently embarked on a traditional Ayurvedic cleanse. I knew it was time, and I even embraced the idea with a little bit of excitement! I love a…
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5 Ayurveda Herbs to Keep You Balanced This Fall
Fall is a tricky time of year to stay healthy. It’s that “should I bring a jumper, jacket, umbrella, suntan lotion, all of the above” time of year where anything can happen! One day you are caught in a downpour, the next you’ve got your fluffy socks on only to wake up the following morning…
5 Ways to Balance Vata for a Healthy Fall
Fall is a time of transition, both in nature and in your body. The days grow noticeably shorter, each evening the darkness setting in earlier and earlier. The mornings start with a chill and you may need to start wearing your slippers around the house again. The warmth and carefree days of summer are gone…
Meals That Heal – Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Poppy Seeds
What to do with all those seasonal tomatoes? Ever tried roasting them? A smattering of poppy seeds can jazz up this salad thanks to their nutty flavor and crunchy texture. This tiny seed is one flavorsome ingredient, alright! But did you also know poppy seeds are also highly nutritious and have medicinal properties? Read on…
Meals That Heal – Coconut Water or Coconut Milk
I have been asked many times – how to make coconut water or milk. The easiest way is to find a coconut – open it up and voila!! However, if you have no fresh young coconuts on hand; it may be as easy as your pantry. It is actually quite easy to make your own….
Meals That Heal – Kiwi and Coconut Parfait
Want to kickstart your day with healthy summer breakfasts? Try updating your classical morning oats with some energizing breakfasts by clicking here for more summery meal ideas. Enjoy this energizing breakfast with its refreshing layers of creamy coconut yogurt, tangy kiwi and zesty lime. Fragrant mint and juicy pomegranate seeds add a final touch. And…
Meals That Heal – Rugelach with Almonds And Peaches
Yeah – it’s going to be peach season soon. Try one of my favorite summertime desserts with a made-from-scratch almond paste and oh yes… peaches! Don’t let the almond paste intimidate you, it’s so easy to make! Blanching almonds and removing the skins is the only time-consuming part but you Vatas have already been removing…
We Did This For You – Get Smooth Radiant Skin With Our DIY Summer Body Scrub
Your skin is the protective barrier between your body and the outside world. Every day, it comes into contact with harmful chemicals, pathogens and UV rays. It also serves the essential function of regulating your body temperature. Your skin helps keep you cool by excreting sweat in warmer weather. Taking care of your skin is…
Meals That Heal – Spring Detox Soup
After a long winter, when our bodies are deprived of fresh nutrients, vitamin D from direct sunlight and outside exercising; a detox cleanse is the best thing you to restore your wellness estate. Fresh bitter vegetables, kitchari and soups are a must during a spring detox. They give a break to the digestive system, giving…
Want A Natural Remedy For Colds And Flu? Think Elderberry Syrup!
Some people think of the fall as cold and flu season, but I have news for you. As winter continues on, we’re still in it. This is the time to pull out the big guns: the super immune boosters like the bone broths, and the botanical medicines, like this wildly simple and delicious elderberry syrup….