Having enjoyed a beautiful dish of tabouleh last night, I've got parsley on the brain. I've often praised how good parsley tastes and makes me feel. Containing plenty of vitamins A, B and C, it also provides a healthy dose of calcium, chlorophyll, iron and magnesium. Among its various...
Suffering from skin irritation? Try Cilantro Juice. Considered one of the top herbs for Pitta disorders, liver issues and skin irritations, cilantro is also a fabulous detoxifying agent for heavy metals and other general toxins. Here's what you'll need: Take 1 bunch of cilantro; wash thoroughly and chop. ...
Having a rough time falling asleep as we move into the winter season? Try this soothing recipe for Golden Milk and sleep soundly throughout the night. Turmeric may not be the first thing you think about to help you sleep, but this is a deliciously soothing remedy that supports healthy digestion,...
As we move into Autumn and look to change our diet to fit the season, cumin seeds or "jeera" as it is called in Hindi, is a great aromatic spice to add to your diet. A common ingredient in Indian cooking, I often add it...
As I child, I can remember my paternal grandmother (who lived with us till the ripe age of 96), soaking a handful of almonds in their skins overnight and then inviting me to help her peel them in the am to enjoy with her breakfast...
Looking for some new healthy seasonal recipes to spice up your mornings as we go into the Fall? Try this great Ayurvedic recipe of stewed apples and pears to get you going. According to Ayurveda, most sweet, juicy fruits act as great cleansers to the...
A good friend of mine recently had an annual physical and was told that he needed to lower his cholesterol. Upon getting his test results, he asked me if I could offer him any Ayurvedic and Yogic tips to help him reduce cholesterol, while not having...
I’ve been on a ginger kick as of late. Happens every month or so, as I always forget all the amazing healing properties this spice has. An Ayurvedic staple and key ingredient in many Indian dishes, ginger is known for its medicinal properties. Anti-cancer being a...
Having recently left NYC for the Adirondack Coast and feeling like a little fish in a big pond, I'm convinced that there are more and more mosquitoes on the prowl, looking for innocent victims to support their next meal. There's nothing worse than getting bitten...