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Do you have difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep at night? If that’s you—to any degree—you’re dealing with insomnia. A main key to Ayurveda’s cure for insomnia is RHYTHM in your life.  And in most cases, your sleep rhythm is off because your foundational biorhythm or circadian rhythm is off. Ayurvedically speaking, insomnia is caused …

Winter is a time when we eat more carbohydrates, fats and proteins to keep us warm. Nothing wrong with that! It is nature’s way. The holiday season filled with sweet foods, alcohol and excess portions of foods may have added some weight around the middle of the body or made you feel a little bloated or somewhat sluggish. …

Greens are an important component in my diet. As a food category greens are very nutrient dense, flavorful and filling. Almost every health plan counts greens as a staple. Ayurveda builds health into each day from the most basic level of self care, through thought, breath, movement, food and drink. Digestive greens fit right into …

Feeling tired on a regular basis is extremely common. I often get this question from my clients. They say they’re always tired. What can they do? This article has an answer for all your worries about common fatigue. Here’s what we’ll discuss. What Is Fatigue? Fatigue And Ayurveda Causes Of Fatigue Signs And Symptoms Of …

If my hard core Ayurvedic friends knew I was a fan of the smoothie bowl they would probably disown me and call the ‘ama police’. Read: Why Good Ayurvedists Don’t Drink Smoothies The ‘ama police’ are the Ayurvedic individuals committed to serving and protecting your digestion from mis-digestion or ama. I wish there was a similar community for …

A tribute to Mother Earth and receiving intrinsic nourishment… Have you taken your own mother for granted? You know, the one who created your body out of her body. Who gave you calcium for your bones from her teeth. Who wiped your butt for years. Who enabled you to survived until you could care for yourself? …

Many of us will be traveling this holiday. By the end of travel, we will likely feel exhausted and out of whack, but then need to jump right into the whirl of holiday festivities. At some point during or after our visit, we might be bloated, constipated or even sick. This is because travel specifically …

There are few seasons more anticipated than spring, am I right? If you’re a fan of the warmer months (and even if you’re not), you’ll be quite familiar with the feeling of waiting, and waiting, at the end of a long winter for those first hopeful signs… The slight increase in temperature, crocuses or daffodils popping …

There is a refreshing quality to the air these days, a longer slant to the afternoon light as the sun quickens the day’s end. There’s a quiet tranquility in town as children start back to school. All of it makes me want to root, roast, and bake. Since starting back to school means going off to college for my son, …

Summer is the time for family vacations, swimming and other outdoor sports. Though it’s nice and enjoyable to be out in the sun, it’s easy to be hit by dehydration. Learn how to stay hydrated in hot weather. Dehydration is caused when you lose more water from the body than you take in. The human …

Ayurveda has been in existence for 5,000 years (give or take) and now is seeing a huge uprise in popularity. Ayurveda is not just in India and Sri Lanka anymore. It’s all around Europe in Portugal, Spain, Germany and Poland. It’s steadily growing in the United States, Canada and South America. So why is this going on now? …

Do you relate to those days when you don’t feel like getting up, ignoring the continuous blare of the alarm clock? Or do you remember that time when you desperately wanted to cancel that dinner party with your friends? Yes, all of us can easily think of a day or two when all we wanted …

In Ayurveda, there are three pillars of health: ahara (food), nidra (sleep), and brahmacharya (balanced sexual drive). When all three are in balance, they make for a properly nourished, adequately rested, and sexually healthy human being. Lacking this critical balance, the individual will suffer from a myriad of disorders, ranging from headaches to infertility. Food …

Eating at night has been associated with so many discussions these days. Does eating at night make you weight gain? Let’s have a look at this. The main reason for weight gain is accumulating too many calories without physical exercise itself. READ MORE: Triphala For Weight Loss, 3 Apple Cider Vinegar Recipes For Weight Loss, …

By Vedika Global Ayurveda Clinical Specialist Alexandra Krasne

In Ayurveda, the diet is personalized for each person based on their constitution, imbalances, age, digestive strength or fire, disease (or lack thereof), and also the season.

When I work with patients, I assess all of those things as I create a personalized diet and lifestyle plan. There’s no one-size-fits all diet for an individual and there are few things you can do during one season that carry over to the next.

Right now, we’re officially in the midst of summer, so your diet should be adjusted accordingly to account for longer, hotter, and drier days. That means the diet that worked for you in the spring, fall, and winter needs to change.

If you decided that you wanted a garden, you wouldn’t just put seeds in the ground. You would first select the right spot where the sun will best nourish the plants. Next, you would nourish the soil so it is rich with life-giving nutrients. Finally, you would draw up a plan so that your kale doesn’t crowd …

In most areas of the United States, early winter is the time when the dryness of fall meets the cold of winter. Many begin “winding up” for the holidays, bringing stress levels to an all time high for the year. Others will be outdoors skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. Whatever your winter activity, dry chapped skin seems to be …

Does your morning ritual involve multiple rounds with the snooze alarm button, followed by copious amounts of caffeine to turbo charge the day and clear the cobwebs from your brain? Sleep is important. There is a direct connection between sleep and physical and emotional health. During sleep your body repairs and heals itself; the mind …

Some people are totally into their kitchen, some others not at all. In Ayurveda, we consider the kitchen a healing hub for physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well being. The way someone keeps their kitchen shows how much emphasis there is in the household on nurturance, abundance and fullness. A while back a neighbour invited …

Green smoothies are all the rage, particularly here in Byron Bay. They are promoted as one of the best things you can do for your health. In case you are one of the rare few who has never had one, green smoothies are usually made up of about 40% leafy greens and 60% fruit. Sometimes …

What is it that Ayurveda recommends? A strictly vegan diet? Or is consumption of meat allowed? Just like plants and grains, Ayurveda accepts meat as a form of food! Read more!

Genetics in Ayurveda Modern science is now exploring circumstances that change how genes are regulated and expressed. A stressed, depleted individual will transfer different gene tendencies than a healthy and happy parent. Āyurvedic teachings take new depth within the science of epigenetics. The modern understanding of genetics started in 1866 by Gregor Mendel. His research …

This time-tested plant has been used for centuries, and modern science is only beginning to unearth its rejuvenating properties. Right from protecting you from sun damage to giving you glowing skin, from stabilizing your central nervous system to helping you sleep better, ashwagandha evokes a true sense of well-being from within. Learn more about this incredibly versatile herb!

The flu has increased significantly over recent weeks with influenza A (H3N2) viruses predominating so far this season. In the past, A (H3N2) virus-predominant influenza seasons have been associated with more hospitalizations and deaths in persons aged 65 years and older and young children compared to other age groups.1 So how can you protect yourself …

Adapted from the book Sex, Love & Dharma by Simon Chokoisky. Any relationship has a hierarchy of needs to fulfill in order to make it functional. The chakras are a body-based, vertical model of human evolution, showing how the building of our life is to be constructed if we are to enjoy a stable, happy, and ultimately …

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I still remember it like it was yesterday. I was 22, had a great paying job and was in the prime of my life…..right? Wrong. I was 40 pounds overweight, had no energy, and was tired CONSTANTLY no matter how many hours of sleep I got or how many naps I took. I was having …

A body type diet is essential in Ayurveda. Ayurveda identifies your body type based on three factors, Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Do you know which of these types you are, and the body type diet you should be following? Let’s first take a look at where this body type comes from, so you can begin …

Bloating is one of the most common gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms and a frequent complaint in people of all ages. Bloating is not a sickness in itself but a health condition which is the outcome of some other illness. People who have digestive issues often suffer from bloating. In this article we will learn about bloating …

The knee is a complicated structure made up of joints and cartilage. Knee pain is the most common joint problem for several reasons. The knee is also especially vulnerable to injury which can lead to osteoarthritis. In this article, we’ll get to know all about knee pain, its main causes, knee pain injuries, knee pain …

Ghee is made from butter of which the milk solids and impurities have been removed. It is clarified butter. Place 2 pounds of organic, unsalted butter in a heavy saucepan on medium heat.  Always choose organic to avoid antibiotics, hormones (rGBH), chemical pesticides, etc.   Do not cover the pot. When the butter comes to …

Pumpkin pudding or pumpkin kheer is a yummy dessert and highly nutritious. It can even be given even to babies 1+ years. Substitute the cow’s milk with almond or soy milk if you prefer. Fall is here and with it comes pumpkin in nearly every aisle of your grocery store. Pumpkins are more than Halloween …

Turmeric is such a powerfully healing herb that it is used in sacred ceremonies in India. It is considered to be a purifier. Its beautiful color is likened to the sun. This herb is so warming, cleansing and healing that it can be used to heal many conditions. Women in south India apply turmeric to …

Recently I made a cabbage salad, and it was terrible. Really terrible.  So, of course I had to make it again and get it right. The problem in the first place was that while cabbage is great for summer, and summer people, it’s great because it is bitter. Ayurveda explains that bitter tasting foods combine the elements …

Serves: 5 Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 ½ tsp whole cumin seeds 1 cup chopped scallions 1 pc green chili, cut in half lengthwise 1 tsp turmeric powder 1 cup carrots, cut into coarse juliennes 2 ½ cups red cabbage, shredded ½ tsp rock salt Method: Chop the scallions and green chili and set …

Lassi is a traditional Indian beverage that is often served with an Ayurvedic lunch. Lassi, made by blending yogurt with water, is very popular for its ability to enhance digestion.  Lassi can be enjoyed as a sweet drink, or as a spice-infused drink, and is balancing for all three doshas.  It is often served chilled …