Reading Time: 3 minutes It is safe to say that our concern for our immune systems has increased in the last two years. We are more interested in the things we can do as a preventative measure against colds and flu. Bacteria and viruses that always surround us are responsible for causing an imbalance in our immune system, which leads to diseases. Ayurvedic medicine …
Get Ready for Cold & Flu Season
Reading Time: 3 minutes Cold and flu season is upon us and COVID-19 doesn’t look like it’s going anywhere anytime soon. Maintaining a strong, healthy immune system is more important than ever. So what can you do to beef up your immune system and make sure your body is receiving all the nutrients it needs to keep sore throats and stuffy noses away? Be …
Battle of the Bloat – 5 Ways to Relieve Bloating
Reading Time: 4 minutes Bloating. We’ve all been there, a good meal at a restaurant, a cheat day or just plain old lunch makes us look like we are 6 months pregnant. Affectionately referred to as a food baby, this little baby is no laughing matter. Bloating can come with some major pain and frankly some embarrassment, too. Rock-hard balloon stomach and lots of …
Mindset Matters – Create your own Adventure and Naturally Boost your Health
Reading Time: 3 minutes When unexpected events occur, such as the current pandemic, how do you choose or create your own adventure? How do you find balance, making the most out of your situation? In what ways can you create a mindset that ultimately supports your overall health, well-being, and immunity? how do you naturally boost your health ? Ayurvedic medicine is a science …
5 Ways to Support Your Immunity in Times of Season Change
Reading Time: 2 minutes Fall is the perfect time to boost your immune system. The season is changing and we can learn to create a balance with these 5 simple ways to support your Immunity from home. 1. Getting out in nature. Exercise releases endorphins, our happy chemicals, which lower cortisol levels. Cortisol is your stress hormone and it lowers immune system function. Simple …
Preventing Colds & Flu – An Ayurvedic Perspective
Reading Time: 4 minutes Everyone has respiratory infections. Statistics show that an average adult can expect to get two to three colds per year. When the body is invaded by disease, the immune system makes every effort to destroy both the germs and the infected cells. Because we are surrounded by bacteria and viruses constantly, even when we are healthy, these impurities can’t be …
3 Simple Strategies to Boost Your Immune System
Reading Time: 5 minutes The Immune system is the body’s first line of defense against the external environment. While there are several types of immunity, the basic tenet of Ayurveda states that immunity is based on inherited and acquired reserve. This is called ‘vyadhi-kshmatva’ or ‘self-avoidance of disease.’ According to the text in Chakrapannidatta: This force is ‘a strength within all of us that …
How to Stay Healthy While Traveling
Reading Time: 4 minutes A common thought is… “How am I going to stay healthy on my vacation?” That question is more common than you’d think. I’m a big fan of countries like Indonesia and India and keeping healthy is extremely important over there. In this article, we discuss how to stay healthy while traveling? While traveling, you are exposed to many new bugs …
Why is Turmeric So Good For You?
Reading Time: 3 minutes Turmeric is having its moment. From skincare to golden lattes (seriously, even Starbucks attempted their turmeric drink), turmeric is a hot commodity. This spice, once only found in Indian cooking, has emerged in the west as the latest health craze with a long list of benefits to back it up. Turmeric is right for you – In this article, We …