“Ghee promotes memory, intelligence, agni, ojas, Kapha and medas.It alleviates Vata, Pitta, poison, insanity, inauspiciousness and fever.It is the best of all fats, is cold, madhura rasa, madhura vipaka, has 1000 potentialities and so, if used properly according to prescribed methods, exerts 1000 types of action”- Charaka SamhitaOften called 'The...
Amongst the three doshas mentioned in the Ayurvedic texts, Vata dosha is concerned with cool weather. When the breeze turns cold and windy storms are knocking at your door, you have no choice but to welcome it.While many people brave the winters or temporary cold climate, others find it challenging...
Herbal cookies go a long way in benefitting our health. Carrying the essential Ayurvedic herbs and spices, these cookies are not only a great snacking alternative, but also keeps check of our overall health. From controlling our cholesterol levels to helping us shed a few kilos, these Ayurvedic cookies are...
Ever heard the phrase, “I had a gut feeling?” Our gut affects more than just our digestive system. It has a direct impact on our mood, energy levels, immunity, skin, hair and nails. No wonder then that’s it’s known as the second brain. Looking for ways to improve your gut...
Winter comes with a lot of gifts - a thriving appetite, long walks in the sun, warm & snuggly winter clothes and a perpetual excuse to make tea. The not so pleasant aspect of this season is that it causes dry skin. According to Ayurveda, the accumulation of Vata in...
Sesame seeds (Til) have numerous benefits and is easy to include in your diet. With the highest oil content as compared to other types of seeds, it’s rasa (taste) is sweet, pungent, astringent and bitter. Beneficial when dryness is prevailing, it helps balance the vata dosha and is great for...
Diwali or Deepawali - The festival of lights that gets its name from the tradition of lighting diyas (deepa) in a row (avali) outside our homes to signify the inner light that spiritually empowers us, is one of happiness and of celebrating the victory of good over evil. The beauty...
