The Yamas and Niyamas are principles for the spiritual practices of Ayurveda. They tie into the philosophy of yoga and since Yoga and Ayurveda are sister sciences, they apply to both equally. Yamas and Niyamas are part of the 8…
Turmeric is a powerful healing food that has been used in the ancient India systems of medicine for thousands of years. It is one of the most commonly used herb and spice in ayurveda and it has many health benefits.…
According to Ayurveda, one of the greatest ways to become healthier and successful using the Ayurvedic Diet is to become aware of how you eat your meals. Eating shouldn’t just be regarded as a meaningless act, but rather as a…
Well here in North America, autumn is upon us and the weather seems to be gradually cooling as we move closer to winter. Those who have a lot of pitta or fire in their constitution may find this to be…
Prayer and Contemplation are wonderful tools for manifesting wellness. The per-requisite for using these tools for wellness is accepting who you are and your current physical, emotional and mental well-being. Once you are in that place of acceptance, you can…
A big part of the Ayurvedic diet is learning how to properly prepare and cook your meals. This act should be performed with awareness and it is important to cook and prepare the food you are going to eat with…
It’s amazing how good you can feel by adding some fresh lime juice to your diet. In many countries, particularly in central and south America people use limes regularly to flavor and preserve their food. In fact some say that…
In Sanskrit (the ancient language of India) the word for contentment is Santosha and it is considered one of the key components to success on the path of Self-realization. It is mentioned in all the great yoga texts such as…
Disease begins when we forget our own true Self or nature. When we forget our true nature as spirit, we understand ourselves only as body and mind, and become wrapped up in the nature of the physical world and all…
If you have some Kapha in your constitution then the information presented in this article will be helpful in balancing your water and earth elements. Due to your lifestyle, eating habits and external environments Kapha can easily be accumulated in…
