Introducing to Panchakarma: Ayurvedic cleanse In talking about an introduction to Panchakarma, Dr. Vasant Lad, one of my teachers and renowned Ayurvedic physician, reminds us, “Ayurveda is more than a mere healing system; it is a science and an art of appropriate living that helps to achieve longevity.” The mind and body are intricately connected according to [...]
Why A Piece of Peace is what you need! In the world that we live in, everything is uncertain. There is an illusion of control that comes from planning and prepping. But the pandemic has taught us that life has a mind of its own. It happens when you are busy planning it. During this period [...]
What Ayurveda can teach you about not being that mean person at gatherings Ever attended a wedding where a drunk, mean uncle ruined things by criticizing the venue, food, bride, groom, and everyone else? Ever get caught with an aunt who is loud and super difficult to please? Ever felt so intensely involved in the duties [...]
What is Pitta according to Ayurveda? Want to learn about Pitta dosha? Okay, so, if you tend to gravitate towards spicy foods, type-A personality, driven to the point of burnout, you might be Pitta predominant.Here is what it means and how it applies to you. A little history of Ayurveda Ayurveda is over a 5,000-year-old ancient healing [...]
What is Ayurveda? Ayurveda is the oldest continuously practiced medical system in the world. The term Ayurveda is derived from the Sanskrit words ayur (life) and veda (science or knowledge). Ayurveda also translates to knowledge of life. Atharva Veda, the latest book to be added to the four Vedas, was compiled in approximately 900 BCE. Ayurveda is an upaveda of Atharva Veda. [...]
