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Ayurvedic Herbal Teas for Every Dosha: CCF Tea, Ginger Tea, Calming Tea and More
Ayurvedic Herbal Teas for Every Dosha: CCF Tea, Ginger Tea, Calming Tea and More
Ayurvedic Herbal Teas for Every Dosha: CCF Tea, Ginger Tea, Calming Tea and More In English A Cup of Balance Herbal teas are one of the easiest ways to bring... Read more...
3 Healing Ayurvedic Drinks: Golden Milk, Almond Milk and Digestive Lassi
3 Healing Ayurvedic Drinks: Golden Milk, Almond Milk and Digestive Lassi
3 Healing Ayurvedic Drinks: Golden Milk, Almond Milk and Digestive Lassi In English Drinks That Nourish and Heal In Ayurveda, what you drink is as important as what you eat.... Read more...
Khichdi: Ayurveda's Favourite Healing Meal (Simple Recipe and Dosha Variations)
Khichdi: Ayurveda's Favourite Healing Meal (Simple Recipe and Dosha Variations)
Khichdi: Ayurveda's Favourite Healing Meal (Simple Recipe and Dosha Variations) In English Why Ayurveda Loves Khichdi Khichdi (kitchari) is a simple dish of rice and split yellow moong dal cooked... Read more...
Best Yoga Poses for Your Dosha: Vata, Pitta and Kapha Explained
Best Yoga Poses for Your Dosha: Vata, Pitta and Kapha Explained
Best Yoga Poses for Your Dosha: Vata, Pitta and Kapha Explained In English Each Dosha Has a Home in the Body Ayurveda says each dosha has a main seat in... Read more...
Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation): A Simple Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation): A Simple Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners
Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation): A Simple Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners In English The Complete Morning Workout Surya Namaskar is a flowing series of 12 poses linked with the breath. It... Read more...
The Right Exercise for Your Body Type: Ayurveda's Guide for Vata, Pitta and Kapha
The Right Exercise for Your Body Type: Ayurveda's Guide for Vata, Pitta and Kapha
The Right Exercise for Your Body Type: Ayurveda's Guide for Vata, Pitta and Kapha In English Why Exercise Matters Regular exercise: Improves circulation, strength, stamina and immunity Helps you relax... Read more...
Make Pure Ghee and Herbal Oils at Home: Step-by-Step Ayurvedic Guide
Make Pure Ghee and Herbal Oils at Home: Step-by-Step Ayurvedic Guide
Make Pure Ghee and Herbal Oils at Home: Step-by-Step Ayurvedic Guide In English Why Ghee Is Called Liquid Gold In Ayurveda, ghee (clarified butter) is much more than a cooking... Read more...
Triphala: The Famous "Three Fruits" Remedy and How to Use It
Triphala: The Famous "Three Fruits" Remedy and How to Use It
Triphala: The Famous "Three Fruits" Remedy and How to Use It In English What Is Triphala? Triphala means "three fruits". It is one of Ayurveda's most loved and trusted formulas,... Read more...
How to Take Ayurvedic Herbs the Right Way: A Beginner's Guide
How to Take Ayurvedic Herbs the Right Way: A Beginner's Guide
How to Take Ayurvedic Herbs the Right Way: A Beginner's Guide In English Why "How" Matters as Much as "What" Many people buy an Ayurvedic herb, swallow it with any... Read more...
Take Charge of Your Health: How to Make Ayurveda Part of Your Everyday Life
Take Charge of Your Health: How to Make Ayurveda Part of Your Everyday Life
Take Charge of Your Health: How to Make Ayurveda Part of Your Everyday Life In English More Than a Box of Remedies Over this series we have covered the doshas,... Read more...
Healing with Colours, Aromas and Copper: Ayurveda Beyond the Kitchen
Healing with Colours, Aromas and Copper: Ayurveda Beyond the Kitchen
Healing with Colours, Aromas and Copper: Ayurveda Beyond the Kitchen In English Healing Through All Five Senses Ayurveda links our five senses to the five elements: Hearing (Space) Touch (Air)... Read more...
Yeast Infections: Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Lasting Relief
Yeast Infections: Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Lasting Relief
Yeast Infections: Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle Tips for Lasting Relief In English What Is a Yeast Infection? A yeast (fungal) infection happens when a natural yeast called Candida grows too... Read more...
Bladder Leakage (Urinary Incontinence): Gentle Ayurvedic Ways to Regain Control
Bladder Leakage (Urinary Incontinence): Gentle Ayurvedic Ways to Regain Control
Bladder Leakage (Urinary Incontinence): Gentle Ayurvedic Ways to Regain Control In English A Common Problem, Rarely Discussed Leaking a little urine when you cough, sneeze, laugh, lift or exercise, or... Read more...
Ringing in the Ears (Tinnitus): Calming Vata the Ayurvedic Way
Ringing in the Ears (Tinnitus): Calming Vata the Ayurvedic Way
Ringing in the Ears (Tinnitus): Calming Vata the Ayurvedic Way In English What Is Tinnitus? Tinnitus means hearing a ringing, buzzing, hissing or humming sound in the ears when there... Read more...
Tendinitis: Ayurvedic Care for Sore, Overused Tendons
Tendinitis: Ayurvedic Care for Sore, Overused Tendons
Tendinitis: Ayurvedic Care for Sore, Overused Tendons In English What Is Tendinitis? Tendons are strong cords that join muscles to bones. When a tendon gets inflamed, it is called tendinitis.... Read more...
Toothache Relief: Safe Ayurvedic Home Care Until You See the Dentist
Toothache Relief: Safe Ayurvedic Home Care Until You See the Dentist
Toothache Relief: Safe Ayurvedic Home Care Until You See the Dentist In English Why Does a Tooth Hurt? Toothache can come from cavities, receding gums, infection or acidity. Ayurveda gives... Read more...
Stomach Ache at Home: Simple Ayurvedic Kitchen Remedies (and When to Worry)
Stomach Ache at Home: Simple Ayurvedic Kitchen Remedies (and When to Worry)
Stomach Ache at Home: Simple Ayurvedic Kitchen Remedies (and When to Worry) In English Many Causes, One Common Root A tummy ache can come from acidity, gas, indigestion, constipation, wrong... Read more...
Sprains and Strains: Ayurvedic First Aid for Twisted Ankles and Pulled Muscles
Sprains and Strains: Ayurvedic First Aid for Twisted Ankles and Pulled Muscles
Sprains and Strains: Ayurvedic First Aid for Twisted Ankles and Pulled Muscles In English Sprain or Strain: What's the Difference? A wrong step off a kerb, a slip in high... Read more...
Healthy Teeth and Gums the Ayurvedic Way: Oil Pulling, Herbal Brushing and More
Healthy Teeth and Gums the Ayurvedic Way: Oil Pulling, Herbal Brushing and More
Healthy Teeth and Gums the Ayurvedic Way: Oil Pulling, Herbal Brushing and More In English Teeth Are Connected to Bones Ayurveda sees teeth as a by-product of bone tissue. Cavities,... Read more...
Sunburn and Tanning: Cooling Ayurvedic Remedies and Smart Sun Protection
Sunburn and Tanning: Cooling Ayurvedic Remedies and Smart Sun Protection
Sunburn and Tanning: Cooling Ayurvedic Remedies and Smart Sun Protection In English What Is Sunburn? Sunburn is inflammation of the skin from too much sun (UV rays). It causes redness,... Read more...
Stress Less, Live More: Ayurvedic Ways to Calm Body and Mind
Stress Less, Live More: Ayurvedic Ways to Calm Body and Mind
Stress Less, Live More: Ayurvedic Ways to Calm Body and Mind In English Stress Is Everywhere Traffic jams, deadlines, exams, money worries, difficult relationships, too much news: stress is part... Read more...
Sore Throat Relief: Soothing Ayurvedic Gargles, Teas and Turmeric Milk
Sore Throat Relief: Soothing Ayurvedic Gargles, Teas and Turmeric Milk
Sore Throat Relief: Soothing Ayurvedic Gargles, Teas and Turmeric Milk In English Why Does the Throat Hurt? A sore throat comes from irritation and swelling in the throat, usually due... Read more...
Glowing Skin Naturally: Ayurvedic Daily Skin Care and a 5-Minute Home Face-Lift
Glowing Skin Naturally: Ayurvedic Daily Skin Care and a 5-Minute Home Face-Lift
Glowing Skin Naturally: Ayurvedic Daily Skin Care and a 5-Minute Home Face-Lift In English Beautiful Skin Starts With Balance Ayurveda believes healthy skin reflects a healthy body and a calm... Read more...
Blocked Sinuses? Ayurvedic Ways to Clear Congestion and Breathe Easy
Blocked Sinuses? Ayurvedic Ways to Clear Congestion and Breathe Easy
Blocked Sinuses? Ayurvedic Ways to Clear Congestion and Breathe Easy In English What Are Sinuses? Sinuses are small air-filled spaces around your nose, cheeks and forehead. They keep the nose... Read more...
Strong Bones for Life: Ayurvedic Tips to Prevent Osteoporosis
Strong Bones for Life: Ayurvedic Tips to Prevent Osteoporosis
Strong Bones for Life: Ayurvedic Tips to Prevent Osteoporosis In English What Is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis means the bones become thin, porous and weak, so they can break easily, even from... Read more...
Nosebleed First Aid: What to Do, What Not to Do, and How Ayurveda Helps
Nosebleed First Aid: What to Do, What Not to Do, and How Ayurveda Helps
Nosebleed First Aid: What to Do, What Not to Do, and How Ayurveda Helps In English Why Do Noses Bleed? Nosebleeds are common and usually not serious. Causes include: Dry... Read more...
Healthy Weight Loss the Ayurvedic Way: Kind, Steady and Lasting
Healthy Weight Loss the Ayurvedic Way: Kind, Steady and Lasting
Healthy Weight Loss the Ayurvedic Way: Kind, Steady and Lasting In English Why Do We Gain Extra Weight? Ayurveda sees excess weight mainly as a KAPHA imbalance. Often the stomach's... Read more...
Nausea and Vomiting: Gentle Ayurvedic Remedies to Settle Your Stomach
Nausea and Vomiting: Gentle Ayurvedic Remedies to Settle Your Stomach
Nausea and Vomiting: Gentle Ayurvedic Remedies to Settle Your Stomach In English Why Do We Feel Sick? Nausea and vomiting can come from acidity, food poisoning, flu, travel sickness, overeating,... Read more...
Muscle Cramps and Leg Cramps at Night: Quick Ayurvedic Relief and Prevention
Muscle Cramps and Leg Cramps at Night: Quick Ayurvedic Relief and Prevention
Muscle Cramps and Leg Cramps at Night: Quick Ayurvedic Relief and Prevention In English Why Do Muscles Cramp? A sudden, painful tightening of the calf, foot, hand or any muscle... Read more...
Migraine Relief: An Ayurvedic Guide to Cooling the Fire in Your Head
Migraine Relief: An Ayurvedic Guide to Cooling the Fire in Your Head
Migraine Relief: An Ayurvedic Guide to Cooling the Fire in Your Head In English Migraine Is Mostly a Pitta Problem Migraine is more than an ordinary headache. It often brings... Read more...
Period Pain (Menstrual Cramps): Know Your Type and Find Natural Relief
Period Pain (Menstrual Cramps): Know Your Type and Find Natural Relief
Period Pain (Menstrual Cramps): Know Your Type and Find Natural Relief In English Period Pain Is Common, But You Don't Have to Suffer Many women get cramps, bloating and discomfort... Read more...
Menopause With Grace: Ayurvedic Support for Hot Flushes, Mood and Strong Bones
Menopause With Grace: Ayurvedic Support for Hot Flushes, Mood and Strong Bones
Menopause With Grace: Ayurvedic Support for Hot Flushes, Mood and Strong Bones In English A Natural New Chapter Menopause is a natural stage of life, not an illness. Periods stop... Read more...
Sharpen Your Memory Naturally: Ayurvedic Foods, Herbs and Habits for a Healthy Brain
Sharpen Your Memory Naturally: Ayurvedic Foods, Herbs and Habits for a Healthy Brain
Sharpen Your Memory Naturally: Ayurvedic Foods, Herbs and Habits for a Healthy Brain In English Why Do We Forget? Forgetting a name or misplacing keys happens to everyone. But memory... Read more...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Calming the Gut the Ayurvedic Way
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Calming the Gut the Ayurvedic Way
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Calming the Gut the Ayurvedic Way In English What Is IBS? IBS is a common condition with stomach pain or cramps, bloating, gas, and bowel habits... Read more...
Indigestion? Wake Up Your Digestive Fire (Agni) the Ayurvedic Way
Indigestion? Wake Up Your Digestive Fire (Agni) the Ayurvedic Way
Indigestion? Wake Up Your Digestive Fire (Agni) the Ayurvedic Way In English Indigestion Starts With a Weak Agni Ayurveda says good health depends on strong digestion. When your digestive fire... Read more...
High Blood Pressure: Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle Support Alongside Your Doctor
High Blood Pressure: Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle Support Alongside Your Doctor
High Blood Pressure: Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle Support Alongside Your Doctor In English Important: High blood pressure is a serious condition that needs a doctor's care. Use these tips to... Read more...
Hiccups Won't Stop? Simple Ayurvedic Tricks That Really Work
Hiccups Won't Stop? Simple Ayurvedic Tricks That Really Work
Hiccups Won't Stop? Simple Ayurvedic Tricks That Really Work In English What Causes Hiccups? Hiccups happen when the diaphragm, the big breathing muscle below the lungs, starts to spasm. Common... Read more...
Can't Sleep? Ayurvedic Bedtime Rituals for Deep, Natural Sleep
Can't Sleep? Ayurvedic Bedtime Rituals for Deep, Natural Sleep
Can't Sleep? Ayurvedic Bedtime Rituals for Deep, Natural Sleep In English Why Can't We Sleep? Ayurveda says sleeplessness is mainly caused by excess VATA in the mind and nerves: too... Read more...
Piles (Haemorrhoids): Gentle Ayurvedic Care for Relief and Prevention
Piles (Haemorrhoids): Gentle Ayurvedic Care for Relief and Prevention
Piles (Haemorrhoids): Gentle Ayurvedic Care for Relief and Prevention In English Ayurveda Sees Two Main Types VATA-Type Piles Small, dry, hard and rough Often with cracks or fissures Linked to... Read more...
Acidity and Heartburn: Cool the Fire With These Ayurvedic Remedies
Acidity and Heartburn: Cool the Fire With These Ayurvedic Remedies
Acidity and Heartburn: Cool the Fire With These Ayurvedic Remedies In English Acidity Is a Pitta Problem That burning feeling in the chest or stomach, sour burps and an acid... Read more...
Which Headache Do You Have? Ayurvedic Relief for Vata, Pitta and Kapha Headaches
Which Headache Do You Have? Ayurvedic Relief for Vata, Pitta and Kapha Headaches
Which Headache Do You Have? Ayurvedic Relief for Vata, Pitta and Kapha Headaches In English Not All Headaches Are the Same Headaches can come from stress, digestion, sinus, eyes, neck... Read more...
Gas and Bloating? Simple Ayurvedic Kitchen Remedies for a Light, Happy Tummy
Gas and Bloating? Simple Ayurvedic Kitchen Remedies for a Light, Happy Tummy
Gas and Bloating? Simple Ayurvedic Kitchen Remedies for a Light, Happy Tummy In English Why Do We Get Gas? Everyone gets gas sometimes. Ayurveda explains that the colon is the... Read more...
Earwax: What Ayurveda Says, and How to Care for Your Ears Safely
Earwax: What Ayurveda Says, and How to Care for Your Ears Safely
Earwax: What Ayurveda Says, and How to Care for Your Ears Safely In English Earwax Is Your Friend Earwax is not dirt. It is a natural secretion that protects the... Read more...
Always Tired? Ayurvedic Ways to Restore Your Energy Naturally
Always Tired? Ayurvedic Ways to Restore Your Energy Naturally
Always Tired? Ayurvedic Ways to Restore Your Energy Naturally In English Two Kinds of Tiredness Ayurveda says fatigue is not always caused by doing too much. Sometimes it comes from... Read more...
Tired Screen Eyes? Simple Ayurvedic Eye Care and Eye Exercises
Tired Screen Eyes? Simple Ayurvedic Eye Care and Eye Exercises
Tired Screen Eyes? Simple Ayurvedic Eye Care and Eye Exercises In English Your Eyes Work Hard Every Day Phones, laptops, TV, bright light and late nights: our eyes rarely get... Read more...
Dry Skin? Nourish It From Inside and Outside the Ayurvedic Way
Dry Skin? Nourish It From Inside and Outside the Ayurvedic Way
Dry Skin? Nourish It From Inside and Outside the Ayurvedic Way In English Why Does Skin Get Dry? Dry, rough or flaky skin can come from: Inside: too much Vata... Read more...
Loose Motions (Diarrhoea): Gentle Ayurvedic Foods and the One Thing You Must Not Forget
Loose Motions (Diarrhoea): Gentle Ayurvedic Foods and the One Thing You Must Not Forget
Loose Motions (Diarrhoea): Gentle Ayurvedic Foods and the One Thing You Must Not Forget In English Why Does Diarrhoea Happen? Ayurveda says diarrhoea happens when the digestive fire (Agni) becomes... Read more...
Dry Cough or Wet Cough? Ayurvedic Kitchen Remedies for Each Type
Dry Cough or Wet Cough? Ayurvedic Kitchen Remedies for Each Type
Dry Cough or Wet Cough? Ayurvedic Kitchen Remedies for Each Type In English First, Know Your Cough Ayurveda says the right remedy depends on the type of cough: DRY COUGH... Read more...
Cellulite: An Ayurvedic Approach to Smoother, Firmer Skin
Cellulite: An Ayurvedic Approach to Smoother, Firmer Skin
Cellulite: An Ayurvedic Approach to Smoother, Firmer Skin In English What Is Cellulite? Cellulite is the dimpled, "orange peel" look on the thighs, hips or arms. It is not a... Read more...
High Cholesterol: Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle Tips to Support a Healthy Heart
High Cholesterol: Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle Tips to Support a Healthy Heart
High Cholesterol: Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle Tips to Support a Healthy Heart In English What Is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a type of fat in the blood. When it is too... Read more...