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Past Issues

Issue #111, January 2013 A Resolution for Weight Loss By Shannon Mooney, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Ginger Tea

Issue #110, December 2012 Coming Home for the Holidays by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Kapha Fruit Crumble

Issue #109, November 2012 What are you thankful for? by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Rice Khir

Issue #108, October 2012 Beat the Fall Blues by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Four Star Vegetable Soup

Issue #107, August 2012 Back to School: Ayurveda and Learning by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Cottage Cakes

Issue #106, August 2012 How Does Summer Manifest in your body by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Cucumber Raita

Issue #105, June 2012 Mid Year Check in by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Simple Sauteed Greens

Issue #104, May 2012 The Mothers in Our Lives by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Lung Kitchari

Issue #103, April 2012 Your Liver the Master Multitasker by Alakananda Ma Recipe: Spicy Asparagus

Issue #102, March 2012 Spring is Coming…Clean Out the Clutter by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Kitcheri with Kale

Issue #101, February 2012 Love your Life…Live Your Life by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Sopa de Elote

Issue #100, January 2012 Renewal in the New Year by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Recipe: Black-eyed pea Bhaji

Issue #99, December 2011 Healthy Holiday Tips by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Ayurvedic Recipe: Gluten-Free Pecan Muffins

Issue #98, November 2011Balancing your Mind for the Holiday Season by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Ayurvedic Recipe: Tomato Soup

Issue #97, October 2011Healthy Joints for the Fall by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Ayurvedic Recipe: Pumpkin Halva

Issue #96, September 2011Ayurvedic Cleansing: Discover a Healthier You by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Ayurvedic Recipe: Fifteen Minute Vegetable Curry

Issue #95, August 2011Ayurvedic Beauty and Skin Care by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Ayurvedic Recipe: Jicama-Tangerine Salad

Issue #94, July 2011Internalizing the Glories of Summer by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic Consultant Ayurvedic Recipe: Mint Tulip

Issue #93, June 2011Men’s Heatlth by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic ConsultantAyurvedic Recipe: Mint Chutney

Issue #92, May 2011Book Excerpt: Balance Your Hormones, Balance Your Life Ayurvedic Recipe: Khir with Noodles

Issue #91, April 2011Kula: Cultivating CommunityJoin Our Facebook Community!Ayurvedic Recipe: Rice with Garden Herbs

Issue #90, March 2011Blossom into SpringAyurvedic Recipe: Spring Tea

Issue #89, February 2011Love YourselfAbhyanga: Self-Massage Basics Ayurvedic Recipe: Sweet Potato Halva

Issue #88, September 2010Healthy Transitions from Summer to FallAyurvedic Recipe: Zucchini Salad

Issue #87, July 2010Maintaining Balance: How to manage your constitution for Optimal HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Sweet Potato Salad

Issue #86, June 2010Regaining Balance: Bringing your Vikruti Back into Alignment with your PrakrutiAyurvedic Recipe: Fresh Grated Carrots with Spearmint and Lime

Issue #85, May 2010Out of Balance: How did I get here?Ayurvedic Recipe: Soothing Soup

Issue #84, April 2010Vikruti: Comparing your Natural State of Balance with your Current Condition Ayurvedic Recipe: Thai Stir-Fry

Issue #83, March 2010Using your Ayurvedic Constitution to Cultivate Greater Self-awareness and Understanding Ayurvedic Recipe: Hot Blue Cornmeal with Raisins

Issue #82, February 2010The Benefits of Understanding Your Ayurvedic ConstitutionAyurvedic Recipe: Quinoa Cilantro

Issue #81, December 2009Staying Balanced During Kapha SeasonAyurvedic Recipe: Spiced Pears

Issue #80, November 2009Ayurvedic Support for Mild AnxietyAyurvedic Recipe: Beets with Maple Syrup Glaze

Issue #79, October 2009Balancing Vata During the Fall SeasonAyurvedic Recipe: Simple Hot Gingered Milk

Issue #78, September 2009Boost Immunity With AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Hot and Spicy Soup

Issue #77, August 2009Ayurvedic Support for a Clear ComplexionAyurvedic Recipe: Pitta Soothing Tea

Issue #76, July 2009The Ayurvedic Use of HerbsAyurvedic Recipe: Leek, Daikon, and Sunflower Salad

Issue #75, June 2009Ayurvedic Support for Heart HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Carrot Raisin Salad

Issue #74, May 2009Ayurvedic Support for Urinary Tract InfectionsAyurvedic Recipe: Creamy Pesto Dressing

Issue #73, April 2009The Six Tastes of Ayurvedic NutritionAyurvedic Recipe: Oat Bran Muffins

Issue #72, January 2009Simple Steps to Sharpen MemoryAyurvedic Recipe: Onion Soup

Issue #71, December 2008Staying Healthy Through the HolidaysAyurvedic Recipe: Buckwheat Pancakes

Issue #70, July 2008Cleansing Excess Pitta from the BodyAyurvedic Recipe: Summer Squash with Parsley and Dill

Issue #69, June 2008Ayurveda and VirilityAyurvedic Recipe: Date Shake

Issue #68, May 2008Ayurvedic Support for FibromyalgiaAyurvedic Recipe: Green Bean Bhaji

Issue #67, April 2008Asthma and Hay FeverAyurvedic Recipe: Digestive Cleansing Tea

Issue #66, March 2008Supporting Thyroid FunctionAyurvedic Recipe: Kasha and Leeks

Issue #65, January 2008Mindful EatingAyurvedic Recipe: Tridoshic Vegetable Curry

Issue #64, December 2007Vata RejuvenationAyurvedic Recipe: Hot Potato Salad

Issue #63, November 2007Understanding Vata DigestionAyurvedic Recipe: Spicy Oatmeal

Issue #62, October 2007Go Green for Good HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Spinach and Potato Curry

Issue #61, September 2007A Mindful Menopause with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Spicy Rice and YogurtIssue #60, August 2007A Clear Mind and Good Memory with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Favorite Dark Leafy Greens

Issue #59, July 2007An Ayurvedic Approach to Cleansing ParasitesAyurvedic Recipe: Light Cucumber Gazpacho

Issue #58, June 2007An Ayurvedic Approach to Prostate HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Buckwheat Pancakes

Issue #57, May 2007Women’s Reproductive HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Creamy Garlic Salad Dressing

Issue #56, April 2007Healthy, Beautiful Skin with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Parsnips, Carrots and Peas

Issue #55, March 2007Ease Hay Fever with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Khir with Noodles

Issue #54, February 2007Beat the Winter Blues with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Cashew Cream Cauliflower

Issue #53, January 2007New Year, New Body: Ayurvedic Tips for Weight ManagementAyurvedic Recipe: Curried Parsnips and Carrots

Issue #52, December 2006Breathe: Ayurvedic Tips for Healthy LungsAyurvedic Recipe: Sweet Steamed Beets

Issue #51, November 2006Sweet Dreams with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Dry-Roasted Pumpkin Seeds

Issue #50, September 2006Ayurveda and Heart HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Kasha & Leeks

Issue #49, August 2006An Ayurvedic Perspective on AllergiesAyurvedic Recipe: Ginger Pear Muffins

Issue #48, July 2006Article: A Summer Recipe for Healthy SkinAyurvedic Recipe: Fresh Dilled Zucchini

Issue #47, June 2006Cultivating ContentmentAyurvedic Recipe: Mint Chutney

Issue #46, January 2006New Year, New RoutineAyurvedic Recipe: Punjabi Greens

Issue #45, December 2005Neti: Cleansing the Nose for Balanced BreathingAyurvedic Recipe: Arugula Souffle

Issue #44, August 2005Herb for the Season: NeemAyurvedic Recipe: Ginger – Pitta Soothing Tea

Issue #43, July 2005Herb for the Season: AmalakiAyurvedic Recipe: Ginger – Pear Muffins

Issue #42, May 2005Spring Cleaning From The Inside – OutThe Benefits of Tongue CleaningAyurvedic Recipe: Carrot Raisin Salad

Issue #41, March 2005Boosting Energy and Fighting FatigueAyurvedic Recipe: Sun Balls

Issue #40, February 2005Maintaining a Healthy ColonAyurvedic Recipe: Tridoshic Mashed Potatoes

Issue #39, January 2005A Resolution for Weight LossAyurvedic Recipe: Butter Pecan Pasta

Issue #38, December 2004Digestion and Immune FunctionWinter SkincareAyurvedic Recipe: All Natural Moisturizing Lip Balm

Issue #37, November 2004Supporting Digestion During Vata SeasonAyurvedic Recipe: Halvah Balls

Issue #36, October 2004Dinacharya: Balance and Daily RoutineAyurvedic Recipe: Sweet Potato Salad

Issue #35, September 2004Ayurvedic Tips for Beautiful HairAyurvedic Recipe: Crunchy Coconut Cookies

Issue #34, August 2004Ayurvedic Tips for Healthy JointsAyurvedic Recipe: Favorite Snow Peas

Issue #33, July 2004Nurturing OurselvesAyurvedic Recipe: Jicama – Tangerine Salad

Issue #32, June 2004Pitta Season Skin CareAyurvedic Recipe: Poor Woman’s Creamy Asparagus Soup

Issue #30, April 2004The Breath Within the StoneAyurvedic Relief for Sore MusclesAyurvedic Recipe: Thai Stir-Fry

Issue #29, March 2004Nasya, Nurturing Your NoseAyurvedic Recipe: Blue Corn Bread

Issue #28, February 2004Nadi Shodhana, The Breath of BalanceAyurvedic Recipe: Restorative Almond Drink

Issue #27, January 2004Tips For Maintaining an Exercise RegimeAyurvedic FitnessAyurvedic Recipe: Sweet Potato Soup

Issue #26, December 2003Tips For a Peaceful Holiday SeasonA Time to RelaxAyurvedic Recipe: Ginger Snaps

Issue #25, November 2003Abhyanga - Ayurvedic Oil MassageAyurvedic Recipe: Pumpkin and Green BeansEthical Revolution - Notes from David Crow

Issue #24, October 2003Herb for the Season: AshwagandhaAyurvedic Recipe: Four Star Vegetable Soup

Issue #23, September 2003Transitioning Through the SeasonsAyurveda: An Alternative or Complementary Medicine?Ayurvedic Recipe: Ama-Reducing Dal

Issue #22, August 2003An Ayurvedic Perspective on Anger ManagementSitting Down With Dr. Robert E. SvobodaAyurvedic Recipe: Cantaloupe Smoothie

Issue #21, July 2003Managing HyperacidityAyurvedic Recipe: Cool Mint TeaSpiritual Healing: Bringing Benediction into Everyday Life

Issue #20, June 2003Healthy Skin for the SummerAyurvedic Recipe: Fresh Coriander ChutneyThe Secret Potential of Brahmamuhurta

Issue #19, April 2003Cultivating PranaAyurvedic Recipe: Spinach and Potato Curry

Issue #18, March 2003Spring Back Into Health and Restore Your Natural BalanceThe Ayurvedic Science of Detoxification and RejuvenationAyurvedic Recipe: Kitchari

Issue #17, February 2003Kapha-Reducing Lifestyle TipsHealth, Harmony and Peace of Mind Through Ayurveda

Issue #16, January 2003Ten Tips For Achieving a Healthier DietHealthy Digestion – Healthy BodyAyurvedic Recipe: Split Pea Soup

Issue #15, December 2002Natural Ways to Keep Calm This Holiday SeasonHealthier Holiday DigestionAyurvedic Recipe: Tri-doshic Vegetable Curry #1

Issue #14, November 2002Natural Ways to Enhance Immunity During Cold and Flu SeasonRecipe: Kitchari, Split Mung Beans and RicePrana: Surya Namaskara, The Sun-Salutation

Issue #13, October 2002Ayurvedic BasicsHow Reducing Vata Can Restore Your HealthBalanced By Banyan Botanicals – Herbs For Healthy HairAyurvedic Recipe: Curried Potato Patties With CarrotsPrana: Poses For Pitta and Kapha in Vata Season

Issue #12, September 2002Simple Steps to Reduce Stress and Achieve BalanceAyurvedic Herbs That Reduce StressBalanced By Banyan Botanicals – Reducing Hot FlashesAyurvedic Recipe: Sweet Potato HalvaPrana: Postures For A Smooth Transition Into The Fall Season

Issue #11, August 2002Better Health By Establishing A Daily RoutineBalanced By Banyan Botanicals – Victory over Eczema & AsthmaAyurvedic Recipe: Coconut Macaroons – A Delicious, Cooling & Healthy TreatPrana: Cooling Breaths and Calming Postures

Issue #10, July 2002Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips To Keep You Cool This SummerBalanced By Banyan Botanicals – Victory Over BronchitisAyurvedic Recipe: Cool As A Cucumber Raita

Issue #9, June 2002Ayurvedic Diet Tips To Keep You Cool And Calm This SummerDr. Welch Answers Your Questions on Men’s HealthAn Ayurvedic Approach To Benign Prostatic HyperplasiaBalanced By Banyan Botanicals – Clearing Up Skin IrritationsAyurvedic Recipe: Sinfully Delicious Rice PuddingPrana – The Significance of the Names of Poses

Issue #8, May 2002Simple Ways To A Happier and Healthier Feminine CycleAyurvedic Review of Premenstrual SyndromeBalanced By Banyan Botanicals – A True Healing StoryAyurvedic Recipe: Sivananda CookiesPrana – Using Full Yogic Breath in Yoga and Daily Life

Issue #7, April 2002Spring AheadAyurvedic Remedies for AllergiesBalanced By Banyan Botanicals – A True Healing StoryAyurvedic Recipe: Ama (Toxin) Reducing DalPrana – Discovering The Health Benefits of Yoga

Issue #6, March 2002How To Maintain Strong ImmunityBalanced by Banyan Botanicals – A True Healing StoryAyurvedic Recipe: Kitcheri – Spring Cleaning For Your Body

Issue #5, February 2002Prajnaparadha: The Ayurvedic Concept of ImbalanceA Healthy Alternative To ChocolateAshwagandha

Issue #4, January 2002Losing Weight During Kapha SeasonAyurvedic Recipe: Vegetable Barley Soup

Issue #3, December 2001Eating with the SeasonsAyurvedic Recipe: Vegetable CurryIssue #2, October 2001Changing Seasons, Changing ClimatesAre you Vata, Pitta or Kapha?

Issue #1, July 200112 Tips for Managing your Pitta this SummerAyurvedic Herbs for Reducing Pitta // ]]>