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Ayurveda, Holistic Health tips and more
Infused Water – A Health Booster
Infused water, also known as herbal water or herbal detox water, is a simple yet effective way to incorporate healing herbs and spices into your daily routine. Infusing water with Ayurvedic ingredients helps balance the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), improve digestion,...
Ayurveda & Knee Pain
Ayurveda, knee pain is generally related to an imbalance of Vata, which presides over movement and controls the nervous system. The aggravation of Vata brings dryness and degeneration to the joints, resulting in stiffness, pain, and inflammation. Knee pain can also be...
Ayurvedic Wisdom: Nurturing Bone Health with Vitamin D and Calcium
In the realm of Ayurveda, the ancient science of holistic healing, maintaining robust bone health is considered essential for overall well-being. Through the lens of Ayurveda, let's explore the significance of vitamin D and calcium for strong bones, along with a...
Ayurveda approach to neck pain
Grivashool is a term in Ayurveda that refers to neck pain, derived from griva meaning neck and shool meaning pain. Neck pain can result from various factors such as dosha imbalances, poor posture, stress, or underlying health conditions. Ayurveda addresses Grivashool...
Ayurvedic Constitution – a reflection of self
As per the ancient Ayurveda texts and verses, every individual is born with a specific constitution (Sanskrit: prakruti). This constitution is a unique combination of physical and psychological characteristics of a person. The personal constitution of an individual is...
Ritucharya – Ayurveda wisdom for winter
In Ayurveda, ritucharya is the term used for dietary and lifestyle regimens that are based on Earth’s seasons. Our individual constitution, or prakriti, is comprised of three subtle energies: vata, the energy of movement or air; pitta, the energy of digestion or...
Abhyanga – Self Oil Massage
As per the Ayurvedic system of medicine, holistic health can be achieved by following a daily routine of activities that are aligned with the cycles of nature and are helpful in promoting good health. This Dinacharya (routine of activities) helps establish a balance...
Ayurveda care during Covid pandemic
Outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics of highly communicable diseases have afflicted mankind since the beginning of human history and were very well -known to the ancient Ayurvedic scholars. In the Charaka samhita (one of the principle textbooks of Ayurveda)
The Impact of Stress on Your Immune System
A healthy immune system is responsible for fighting off bacteria, viruses, and fungi among other invaders. Stress can have negative impacts on your immune system, so it is important to learn how you can elicit a relaxation response during times of high stress, such as a pandemic.
You are what you digest
Ayurveda considers food to be one of the most important pillars of health. You have heard the phrase, “You are what you eat.” Ayurveda takes this one step further—you are what you eat and how you digest what you eat. Digestion is the cornerstone of health and immunity in Ayurveda. This is where the magic of spices comes in.