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Past Issues

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 ConsultantAyurvedic Recipe: Gluten-Free Pecan Muffins

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

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

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

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

Issue #94, July 2011Internalizing the Glories of Summer by Premal Patel, MD, Ayurvedic ConsultantAyurvedic 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 LifeAyurvedic 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 BasicsAyurvedic 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 ConditionAyurvedic Recipe: Thai Stir-Fry

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

Issue #82, February 2010The Benefits of Understanding Your Ayurvedic ConstitutionAyurvedic Recipe: Quinoa CilantroIssue #81, December 2009Staying Balanced During Kapha SeasonAyurvedic Recipe: Spiced PearsIssue #80, November 2009Ayurvedic Support for Mild AnxietyAyurvedic Recipe: Beets with Maple Syrup GlazeIssue #79, October 2009Balancing Vata During the Fall SeasonAyurvedic Recipe: Simple Hot Gingered MilkIssue #78, September 2009Boost Immunity With AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Hot and Spicy SoupIssue #77, August 2009Ayurvedic Support for a Clear ComplexionAyurvedic Recipe: Pitta Soothing TeaIssue #76, July 2009The Ayurvedic Use of HerbsAyurvedic Recipe: Leek, Daikon, and Sunflower SaladIssue #75, June 2009Ayurvedic Support for Heart HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Carrot Raisin SaladIssue #74, May 2009Ayurvedic Support for Urinary Tract InfectionsAyurvedic Recipe: Creamy Pesto DressingIssue #73, April 2009The Six Tastes of Ayurvedic NutritionAyurvedic Recipe: Oat Bran MuffinsIssue #72, January 2009Simple Steps to Sharpen MemoryAyurvedic Recipe: Onion SoupIssue #71, December 2008Staying Healthy Through the HolidaysAyurvedic Recipe: Buckwheat PancakesIssue #70, July 2008Cleansing Excess Pitta from the BodyAyurvedic Recipe: Summer Squash with Parsley and DillIssue #69, June 2008Ayurveda and VirilityAyurvedic Recipe: Date ShakeIssue #68, May 2008Ayurvedic Support for FibromyalgiaAyurvedic Recipe: Green Bean BhajiIssue #67, April 2008Asthma and Hay FeverAyurvedic Recipe: Digestive Cleansing TeaIssue #66, March 2008Supporting Thyroid FunctionAyurvedic Recipe: Kasha and LeeksIssue #65, January 2008Mindful EatingAyurvedic Recipe: Tridoshic Vegetable CurryIssue #64, December 2007Vata RejuvenationAyurvedic Recipe: Hot Potato SaladIssue #63, November 2007Understanding Vata DigestionAyurvedic Recipe: Spicy OatmealIssue #62, October 2007Go Green for Good HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Spinach and Potato CurryIssue #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 GreensIssue #59, July 2007An Ayurvedic Approach to Cleansing ParasitesAyurvedic Recipe: Light Cucumber GazpachoIssue #58, June 2007An Ayurvedic Approach to Prostate HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Buckwheat PancakesIssue #57, May 2007Women's Reproductive HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Creamy Garlic Salad DressingIssue #56, April 2007Healthy, Beautiful Skin with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Parsnips, Carrots and PeasIssue #55, March 2007Ease Hay Fever with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Khir with NoodlesIssue #54, February 2007Beat the Winter Blues with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Cashew Cream CauliflowerIssue #53, January 2007New Year, New Body: Ayurvedic Tips for Weight ManagementAyurvedic Recipe: Curried Parsnips and CarrotsIssue #52, December 2006Breathe: Ayurvedic Tips for Healthy LungsAyurvedic Recipe: Sweet Steamed BeetsIssue #51, November 2006Sweet Dreams with AyurvedaAyurvedic Recipe: Dry-Roasted Pumpkin SeedsIssue #50, September 2006Ayurveda and Heart HealthAyurvedic Recipe: Kasha & LeeksIssue #49, August 2006An Ayurvedic Perspective on AllergiesAyurvedic Recipe: Ginger Pear MuffinsIssue #48, July 2006Article: A Summer Recipe for Healthy SkinAyurvedic Recipe: Fresh Dilled ZucchiniIssue #47, June 2006Cultivating ContentmentAyurvedic Recipe: Mint ChutneyIssue #46, January 2006New Year, New RoutineAyurvedic Recipe: Punjabi GreensIssue #45, December 2005Neti: Cleansing the Nose for Balanced BreathingAyurvedic Recipe: Arugula SouffleIssue #44, August 2005Herb for the Season: NeemAyurvedic Recipe: Ginger - Pitta Soothing TeaIssue #43, July 2005Herb for the Season: AmalakiAyurvedic Recipe: Ginger - Pear MuffinsIssue #42, May 2005Spring Cleaning From The Inside - OutThe Benefits of Tongue CleaningAyurvedic Recipe: Carrot Raisin SaladIssue #41, March 2005Boosting Energy and Fighting FatigueAyurvedic Recipe: Sun BallsIssue #40, February 2005Maintaining a Healthy ColonAyurvedic Recipe: Tridoshic Mashed PotatoesIssue #39, January 2005A Resolution for Weight LossAyurvedic Recipe: Butter Pecan PastaIssue #38, December 2004Digestion and Immune FunctionWinter SkincareAyurvedic Recipe: All Natural Moisturizing Lip BalmIssue #37, November 2004Supporting Digestion During Vata SeasonAyurvedic Recipe: Halvah BallsIssue #36, October 2004Dinacharya: Balance and Daily RoutineAyurvedic Recipe: Sweet Potato SaladIssue #35, September 2004Ayurvedic Tips for Beautiful HairAyurvedic Recipe: Crunchy Coconut CookiesIssue #34, August 2004Ayurvedic Tips for Healthy JointsAyurvedic Recipe: Favorite Snow PeasIssue #33, July 2004Nurturing OurselvesAyurvedic Recipe: Jicama - Tangerine SaladIssue #32, June 2004Pitta Season Skin CareAyurvedic Recipe: Poor Woman's Creamy Asparagus SoupIssue #30, April 2004The Breath Within the StoneAyurvedic Relief for Sore MusclesAyurvedic Recipe: Thai Stir-FryIssue #29, March 2004Nasya, Nurturing Your NoseAyurvedic Recipe: Blue Corn BreadIssue #28, February 2004Nadi Shodhana, The Breath of BalanceAyurvedic Recipe: Restorative Almond DrinkIssue #27, January 2004Tips For Maintaining an Exercise RegimeAyurvedic FitnessAyurvedic Recipe: Sweet Potato SoupIssue #26, December 2003Tips For a Peaceful Holiday SeasonA Time to RelaxAyurvedic Recipe: Ginger SnapsIssue #25, November 2003Abhyanga - Ayurvedic Oil MassageAyurvedic Recipe: Pumpkin and Green BeansEthical Revolution - Notes from David CrowIssue #24, October 2003Herb for the Season: AshwagandhaAyurvedic Recipe: Four Star Vegetable SoupIssue #23, September 2003Transitioning Through the SeasonsAyurveda: An Alternative or Complementary Medicine?Ayurvedic Recipe: Ama-Reducing DalIssue #22, August 2003An Ayurvedic Perspective on Anger ManagementSitting Down With Dr. Robert E. SvobodaAyurvedic Recipe: Cantaloupe SmoothieIssue #21, July 2003Managing HyperacidityAyurvedic Recipe: Cool Mint TeaSpiritual Healing: Bringing Benediction into Everyday LifeIssue #20, June 2003Healthy Skin for the SummerAyurvedic Recipe: Fresh Coriander ChutneyThe Secret Potential of BrahmamuhurtaIssue #19, April 2003Cultivating PranaAyurvedic Recipe: Spinach and Potato CurryIssue #18, March 2003Spring Back Into Health and Restore Your Natural BalanceThe Ayurvedic Science of Detoxification and RejuvenationAyurvedic Recipe: KitchariIssue #17, February 2003Kapha-Reducing Lifestyle TipsHealth, Harmony and Peace of Mind Through AyurvedaIssue #16, January 2003Ten Tips For Achieving a Healthier DietHealthy Digestion - Healthy BodyAyurvedic Recipe: Split Pea SoupIssue #15, December 2002Natural Ways to Keep Calm This Holiday SeasonHealthier Holiday DigestionAyurvedic Recipe: Tri-doshic Vegetable Curry #1Issue #14, November 2002Natural Ways to Enhance Immunity During Cold and Flu SeasonRecipe: Kitchari, Split Mung Beans and RicePrana: Surya Namaskara, The Sun-SalutationIssue #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 SeasonIssue #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 SeasonIssue #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 PosturesIssue #10, July 2002Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips To Keep You Cool This SummerBalanced By Banyan Botanicals - Victory Over BronchitisAyurvedic Recipe: Cool As A Cucumber RaitaIssue #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 PosesIssue #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 LifeIssue #7, April 2002Spring AheadAyurvedic Remedies for AllergiesBalanced By Banyan Botanicals - A True Healing StoryAyurvedic Recipe: Ama (Toxin) Reducing DalPrana - Discovering The Health Benefits of YogaIssue #6, March 2002How To Maintain Strong ImmunityBalanced by Banyan Botanicals - A True Healing StoryAyurvedic Recipe: Kitcheri - Spring Cleaning For Your BodyIssue #5, February 2002Prajnaparadha: The Ayurvedic Concept of ImbalanceA Healthy Alternative To ChocolateAshwagandhaIssue #4, January 2002Losing Weight During Kapha SeasonAyurvedic Recipe: Vegetable Barley SoupIssue #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