STRESS …… through an Ayurvedic lens!
It is very interesting how when life gets stressful, people react in a number of ways based on how they view that situation! And much of it comes from their individual unique mind body type! What???? It’s true we all are born with our own unique genetics or Prakruti (Ayurvedic mind-body constitution) To know your ayurvedic
SUGAR!
It is alarming to note that 1 in 3 people in North America are either living with pre-diabetes or diabetes. Many of us are experiencing signs of insulin resistance or hypoglycemia, and we don’t even know!!!! This was really a shocking statistic that I came across the other day! I have been thinking about it
Sleep like a baby!
I recently mentioned in one of my webinars that there are 4 pillars of good health! Healthy dietRegular exerciseGood night sleepStress management! Since then I have received so many emails requesting recommendations for improving sleep! This reinforced my concern about sleep issues that are on the rise these days! A good night’s sleep is just as important
TOP 10 – Holistic Weight Loss Tips
Are you tired of trying one diet after another for weight loss? Dietary guidelines have changed over the years as researchers are continuously trying to determine what we should eat to attain optimal health and weight. We all know that calories matter! But focusing on food quality is an equally important part of preventing weight gain and promoting
Hair loss through an Ayurvedic lens!
In the age, we are living right now, it's not a question of if your hair is damaged but of how bad the situation really is! Before it becomes obvious and you clearly start noticing your hair thinning out, it is time that you give some importance to your hair care routine! In general, the major
Food for your Mood!
You must be wondering how can food affect mood? Some people relate to food as comforting. Some may eat to reward themselves after completing a task! Some may feel guilty after indulging in certain foods! And some may feel intoxicated after a rich meal! Some may experience bouts of anger or frustration after eating certain foods!
Foods That Trigger Anxiety!
Anxiety is familiar to all of us. We all have experienced it at some point in time. For me I still remember the level of anxiety that struck me when it was the first day of my teaching career 2 decades ago! The first few minutes were nerve racking but then gradually it got better! However,
Build Immunity With Ayurvedic Wisdom!
In Ayurveda, digestion (Agni) is given a lot of importance! Yes, you guessed it right….. achieving strong immunity also lies in a strong digestive system!
PREPARING FOR THE FALL SEASON!
Hi Friends, This morning when I went out for my morning walk I could feel the change! It was a little windy and getting a bit cold! I reminded myself…Fall is around the corner!! It’s time to prepare for the coming season! Fall is a time of transition. It is evident that the leaves are beginning to
Know your Prakruti & build a healthy life !
One of my clients asked me the other day…why is it that some people can eat just about anything on this earth and still be perfectly healthy and some get really bad digestive upsets if they deviate from their regular routine and eat out with friends once in a while! In Ayurveda, it is clearly