Understanding Food Cravings with Ayurveda
A craving is a deep communication from our Inner Being—speaking to us in a subtle language of taste and impulse. There is much benefit in
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September 30, 2025
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The Six Tastes of Ayurveda Explained
In Ayurveda, food is medicine. Each of the six tastes (rasa) — sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and astringent — carries qualities that shape digestion,
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September 30, 2025
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How a Vegetarian Diet Provides Enough Protein
Can you get enough protein without eating meat? Yes — and not just according to Ayurveda, but also nutritional science. Whether you’re vegetarian, vegan, or
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September 16, 2025
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Rose & Clay: A Simple Ayurvedic Skin DIY
Sometimes the simplest rituals are the most nourishing. Rose petals, bentonite clay, and a little water — pressed into small balls and left to dry
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September 16, 2025
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Nourishing the Dhatus: Ayurvedic Path to Prana, Tejas, & Ojas
Each person is born with a unique prakriti—their natural constitution of vata, pitta, and kapha. Lifelong health depends on maintaining this innate balance: While each
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April 29, 2025
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Eating for Harmony: A Simple Guide to Sattvic Diet and the Energy of Food
In both Yoga and Ayurveda, food isn’t just fuel—it’s a form of consciousness. What you eat influences not only your body, but your mood, clarity,
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April 11, 2025
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Crafting an Ayurvedic Churna to Balance Agni
Have you ever felt sluggish after meals or experienced unpredictable digestion? In Ayurveda, crafting your own churna provides a simple yet powerful way to restore
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March 22, 2025
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Why Your Liver is the Key to Vibrant Health in Ayurveda
In Ayurveda, the liver is not just another organ—it’s the engine that fuels your vitality. This powerhouse of digestion and metabolism is a Pitta organ,
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March 14, 2025
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Barley Water: Ayurvedic Home Remedy for Kidney Health
Your kidneys work continuously to filter waste and maintain fluid balance. But like any system, they need occasional cleansing to function optimally. Barley water, a staple
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March 13, 2025
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Cranberry Juice & Ayurveda: A Spring Detox for Your Kidneys
Think of your kidneys like a river that constantly flows, carrying away waste and keeping your body’s ecosystem clean. But over time, debris—excess fluids, toxins, and metabolic
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March 13, 2025
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