Sitopaladi Churna: Sweet Cough Powder for Respiratory Support
Posted on03 Jun 2022
With spring in full swing, consider yourself fortunate if you are not affected by seasonal allergies or other respiratory issues. On the […]
Triphala: Time-Honored Digestive Support for All Types
Posted on22 Apr 2022
Most herb lovers have their shortlist of herbal essentials. These are the single herbs or formulas that you are sure to keep […]
Agni: Understanding the Digestive Fire
Posted on12 Mar 2022
Digestive fire or digestive strength is discussed with some frequency across different herbalism and wellness traditions. However, oftentimes we don’t take the […]
Your Guide to an Ayurvedic Spring Cleanse
Posted on15 Feb 2022
Spring is often linked to a sense of renewal. As the daylight hours stretch out longer, temperatures become warmer, and blossoms emerge, […]
Two Easy Chutney Recipes: Red and Green
Posted on25 Jan 2022
Spices, pickles, chutneys, and condiments certainly make food more flavorful and fun. Homemade chutneys are a great way to provide a flavor […]
DIY Herbal Vapor Rub
Posted on23 Dec 2021
Making your own herbal vapor rub is a great way to use your essential oil collection while creating a natural alternative to […]
Ayurvedic Holiday Gift Guide
Posted on17 Dec 2021
The holidays can be a wonderful opportunity to show your love and thoughtfulness. Homemade gifts, party favors, and stocking stuffers are a […]
Balance Your Holiday Menu With Ayurvedic Six Tastes
Posted on04 Nov 2021
Ayurveda teaches that all things in nature are made up of some combination of the five elements: earth, water, fire, air, and […]
Ayurvedic Diet: Four Foods to Eat in the Fall
Posted on29 Oct 2021
Again and again, I am drawn back to the wisdom of Ayurveda. This is for many reasons, one being that Ayurveda has […]
Ayurveda and Yoga: Yoga for Your Constitution
Posted on10 Sep 2021
“Ayurveda is a paradigm, not a prescription” is a phrase that I commonly emphasize in my introduction to Ayurveda public lectures. Ayurveda […]
In Search of the True Brahmi: Bacopa vs Gotu Kola
Posted on20 Aug 2021
Herbs known by the name “brahmi” have an affinity for the nervous system and tend to support memory. There are a few […]
Mood and Mental Support for Pitta Dosha
Posted on20 Jul 2021
Pitta dosha, the most fiery of the three ayurvedic types, relates to solar energy and rules the summer season. Pitta types run […]
Cooling Recipes for Managing Pitta Dosha
Posted on15 Jun 2021
“The brilliance of a raging fire dragon in the city of sparkling gems—such is the nature of pitta” (Tiwari, 1995, p. 48). […]
How to Schedule Your Day Based on Energy Levels
Posted on20 Apr 2021
Ayurveda teaches that one of the root causes of health imbalances is living out of harmony with nature. However, living in harmony […]
Nourishing Herbs for Optimal Wellness
Posted on02 Mar 2021
As mentioned in my previous article, How to Boost Immunity from the Inside Out, one of the best ways to take care […]
Ayurvedic Tips to Boost Immunity from the Inside Out
Posted on16 Feb 2021
Maintaining a healthy immune system has become a high priority for a lot of folks in recent times. If you are inclined […]
Lifestyle and Nutrition Tips for a Vitamin D Deficiency
Posted on09 Jan 2021
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As we head into deep winter, boosting immunity is on a lot of peoples’ minds. Global pandemic aside, the darker months are […]
Herbal Throat Gargle Recipe: Triphala, Turmeric, and Licorice
Posted on07 Jan 2021
One of the great things about this simple herbal throat gargle is that all its ingredients have multiple uses. So, if you […]
2 Herbal Desserts Featuring Pumpkin: Brownies & Pie
Posted on16 Dec 2020
Get ready for tasty, seasonal, and surprising combinations of herbal desserts! You may have heard of mint brownies or even lavender brownies, […]
Herbal Tea Blends for Morning, Midday, and Night
Posted on06 Nov 2020
Timing is everything. This well-worn saying couldn’t be more true when it comes to herbal tea blends. The Sanskrit word kala refers […]
Vata Massage Oil Recipe (Fall and Early Winter)
Posted on02 Sep 2020
Massage oil, especially when infused with herbs, can be more than just a feel-good skin moisturizer. Ayurveda teaches that fat is closely […]
Homemade Massage Oil for Each Season
Posted on02 Sep 2020
Massage oil, especially when infused with herbs, can be more than just a feel-good skin moisturizer. Ayurveda teaches that fat is closely […]
Pitta Massage Oil Recipe (Summer and Late Spring)
Posted on02 Sep 2020
Massage oil, especially when infused with herbs, can be more than just a feel-good skin moisturizer. Ayurveda teaches that fat is closely […]
Kapha Massage Oil Recipe (Late Winter and Early Spring)
Posted on02 Sep 2020
Massage oil, especially when infused with herbs, can be more than just a feel-good skin moisturizer. Ayurveda teaches that fat is closely […]
Practices and Herbs for Happiness
Posted on14 Aug 2020
Given the drastic upheaval that has touched all of our lives in 2020, feeling a bit more stressed or run ragged than […]
3 Cooling Salads for Summer
Posted on03 Jul 2020
As summer days grow warmer and longer, you may find yourself reaching for cooling, refreshing foods that require less time in a […]
How to Use Herbs to Rebuild from Burnout
Posted on10 Jun 2020
Long-term stress takes a huge toll on one’s body and mind. Sometimes that stress can chip away at vital reserves and one’s […]
Herbal Allergy Support Using Ayurvedic Herbs
Posted on05 May 2020
Allergies manifest in many ways. There are food allergies, seasonal allergies, skin allergies, and allergic reactions to fragrances. As is the case […]
Dandelion Greens: 3 Simple Recipes for Spring
Posted on03 Apr 2020
As temperatures warm, snow melts, and blossoms emerge, spring cleaning seems to be on everyone’s mind. While some opt for a haircut […]
Herbs to Boost Creative Power
Posted on09 Mar 2020
If you are looking to boost creative power and cultivate more clarity in 2020, the classical Ayurvedic formula, Saraswati churna, may become […]
