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...
As we head into late summer, we're heading into prime pomegranate season. A great time to enjoy this superfood that packs plenty of vitamin C, antioxidants, fiber and potassium. In Ayurveda, there is an old adage, "ek anar, saw bimar" which translates to mean "one pomegranate...
I’ve been on a juice kick lately. Not a bad thing I suppose, as Spring is a good time to balance Kapha energy. (Spring is Kapha season). When our Kapha is out of sync, it shows up as weight gain, allergies, sluggishness, and water retention....
A very common Ayurvedic practice in India, is the daily ritual of ushapan, (drinking one litre of water first thing in the morning). The ideal time to do ushapan is before sunrise, immediately after waking up and before brushing your teeth. Yes, before brushing your teeth is...
Getting a good night's sleep is crucial to your health, well-being and the ability to experience joy and peace in your life. In Ayurveda, sleep is considered to be as important as diet in maintaining health and balance in the body. Sleep is the time...