Reading Time: 5 minutes As I was diving into ancient knowledge of Ayurveda, I started to realize that these unrealistic lifestyle expectations that we put ourselves into have become something acceptable, undermining the fact that our bodies cannot adapt to the abnormal. The chronic imbalance has become a common situation affecting every cell and its roots caused by daily stress which we try to …
The Many Benefits of Turmeric & Curcumin for the Body
Reading Time: 3 minutes Turmeric is a spice that has received much interest from both the medical and scientific worlds, as well as from the culinary world. It is a plant in the ginger family, native to Southeast Asia and primarily grown in India. Its rhizome (underground stem) is used as a culinary spice and traditional medicine around the world. Historically, turmeric was used …
Ayurvedic Spring Cleansing
Reading Time: 4 minutes The feelings of Spring are upon us! That natural high of that first warm, sunny day, the sounds of the birds, and all of the new activity of Mother Nature! The leaves are sprouting. The flowers are blooming. And with this renewed sense of change in nature, Spring is the perfect time to gift ourselves with a reset… to cleanse, …
3 Tips to Boost Your Mood Naturally
Reading Time: 3 minutes Now that the rainy days and cloudy skies are mostly over, you may realize your mood starting to improve. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a real thing, so don’t be surprised if you see a dramatic shift in your attitude. Since spring is in full swing, and there are more hours of daylight to enjoy, you may feel the best …
Why Ashwagandha is Essential for Health & Wellness
Reading Time: 3 minutes Ashwagandha is an ancient, medicinal herb that is an essential part of Ayurveda, a popular form of alternative medicine based on Indian principles of natural healing. The Sanskrit term Ayurveda translates to “knowledge of life.” Some of these treatments are now gaining recognition in the United States, such as the use of ashwagandha in supplement form. Ashwagandha is known to help the …
Herbs & Teas That Will Relieve You of Stress
Reading Time: 3 minutes These days, there are more opportunities available to us than ever before. In every way that counts, the world of the 21st century is truly a globalized one. You can live wherever you want, and you can work in whatever profession you choose. However, there is definitely another side to that coin – and you can be sure it’s a …
Health Benefits of Turmeric
Reading Time: 4 minutes Known as the “Queen of Spices,” turmeric wears its golden color as a signifier of all the good it can do for us. This ancient herb has been used in Ayurvedic practice for around 4,000 years and is now the subject of numerous modern-day research studies. Turmeric has many health benefits, used to treat everything from colds and joint pain …
The “Secret” to Digestive Health: Benefits of Triphala
Reading Time: 3 minutes When it comes to optimizing our digestion and overall health , it can be both exciting and comforting to find new “secrets” that have been used for thousands of years to restore our health. Triphala was that “find” for me. And even though I wasn’t certain how to pronounce it at first, I was relieved to finally discover a natural …
The Scent of Relief! Uplifting Essential Oils to Naturally Boost Your Mood
Reading Time: 3 minutes Essential oils are powerful — simply smelling a scent has the power to immediately spark an emotion or a vivid memory. The moment a scent hits your nose, the aromas automatically signal your mind and body and to relax, feel uplifted, and regain balance. The Scent of Relief! As the oils touch the skin, they are immediately absorbed, providing natural …
Nutrition and Essential Oils – How do these two worlds combine?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Embarking on the journey to living a more healthy lifestyle can be scary, it can be challenging, but it can also be so incredibly rewarding and exciting. If you’ve done any research within the health and wellness world in the last couple of years, likely you’ve come across the essential oil craze. These wonder oils can be used to treat …