The Connection Between Breath and Prana
In the subtle science of yoga, breath is far more than a biological function; it is a sacred bridge between the physical and the energetic,
Yogesh Van Acker
April 10, 2026
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Chew Slowly, Absorb Deeply: Ayurvedic Wisdom for True Nourishment
During a trip to India in 2012, I was lucky to spend some quality time with an Acharya (Teacher) of Ayurveda and Yoga, named Ed Zadlo. It
Shankari Van Acker
November 9, 2025
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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
Shankari Van Acker
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,
Shankari Van Acker
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
Shankari Van Acker
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
Shankari Van Acker
September 16, 2025
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MYTH: I Have Too Many Thoughts to Meditate
REALITY: Thoughts are not the challenge, they are the symptom. It is believing your thoughts that can lead to problems….. Somewhere, somehow, it got into our minds that
Shankari Van Acker
July 29, 2025
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Yoga, Ayurveda & Pottery in London, Ontario
Creating a Life of Meaning, Balance and Joy A life of depth, creativity, and fulfillment doesn’t happen by chance. It is something we cultivate through
Shankari Van Acker
July 20, 2025
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How I Went from Fake Meditating to Actually Chilling Out
By Max Van Acker I’ll just come out and say it: for a solid two years, I faked meditation. Yeah. While my parents were off
Max Van Acker
May 31, 2025
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Yoga and Aging: How Gentle Yoga Supports Lifelong Wellness
Aging is a natural part of life—but how we age is something we can influence. At At The Core, we believe wellness is a lifelong
Yogesh Van Acker
May 26, 2025
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