Growing up in an Indian household, mangos were pretty common to see in our kitchen. Be it in the summer, as we enjoyed these colorful fruits, freshly sliced for an afternoon snack or as a daily condiment that accompanied dinner in the form of tangy...
Having seen many people who suffer from anemia and don't even realize it until they get their blood work back from the doctor, I thought it would be beneficial to share a few ayurvedic tips to cure anemia. Anemia is defined as an insufficient amount of...
As the weather continues to cool down, and I look to add a bit of variety to my daily tea regimen, I've been reminded of the great benefits of sipping on stinging nettle tea. Many years ago, I had a Buddhist teacher who used to sip...
According to Ayurveda, cucumbers are great at pacifying the pitta dosha. Pitta is the dosha associated with heat. When Pitta is aggravated, we are prone to get heartburn, experience acidity, become irritable, have high blood pressure, experience sleep disturbances. At such times, incorporating cucumbers in your diet may...
For those struggling with rheumatoid arthritis, the winter season can magnify the aches and pains associated with this condition. Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic condition that causes pain, stiffness, swelling and limited motion and function in many joints. While RA can affect any joint, the...
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...