Shatavari: Getting to Know Your Herbal Allies
Get to know shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), a sattvic herb best known as a powerful female reproductive tonic but capable of so much more, making it an herbal ally to most...
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What Happened When Healthy Skin Was Put to the Test?
Dr. Sivamani and his team conducted a four-week randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with Banyan Botanicals’ Healthy Skin formulation last spring of 2017. The trial enrolled thirty participants.
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Smart Pesto Recipe with Brahmi/Gotu Kola
Sattvic food promotes mental clarity—think whole grains, legumes, and fresh vegetables. Here is a simple, sattvic recipe that uses brahmi/gotu kola’s powers for a clear and relaxed mind.
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My Ayurvedic Skincare Routine (Video)
You know how people say it's what's inside that matters most. This is especially true for Ayurvedic skincare. Here, Banyan's Content Project Manager, Kendra, shares the inside scoop on her personal...
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Why We Rebel Against Routine
A daily routine is one of the most powerful gifts we can give ourselves, provided it is done in a way that truly supports our bodies, minds, and spirits.
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10 Luxurious Ways to Use Ghee for Skin Care
Ghee isn't just for cooking. It can be used in many ways to support your health! You can use it to bring moisture to your hands, cuticles, heels, lips, hair—or...
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Why We Became a Certified B Corp
B Corporations are leaders of the global movement of people using business as a force for good.™ Read on to learn more about our Certified B Corporation® status.
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Achieving Vibrant Women’s Health with the 4 Pillars
Diet, lifestyle, sleep, and energy. These are the four pillars of Ayurveda. When we neglect them, we inhibit the proper flow of prana, which gives rise to the possibility of...
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An Ayurvedic Perspective on Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar wasn't common in ancient India, but read this article to learn what Ayurveda has to say about this popular condiment and its health benefits.
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Easy Spring Greens Recipe with Kale and Cabbage
Perfect for spring, this recipe combines greens with spices are not only tasty, but supportive of digestion, and balancing for kapha. And almost as good as this recipe is how little time...
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10 Gentle Yoga Stretches You Can Do in Bed
Find out which poses you can practice in your very own bed! Whether you’re just beginning your day or unwinding before sleep, these ten easy postures can help to stretch...
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15 Reasons to Start Every Morning with Yoga
Are you an early riser? Do you enjoy waking up with the sun? Most people love their sleep, and many people don’t get enough of it. The idea of deliberately...
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Why Including Ayurveda in Your Yoga Game Will Change Everything
Ayurveda and Yoga are dubbed sister sciences and like sisters can be, they are inseparable. Imbedded in each system are practices to heal physically, mentally, and spiritually when disharmony arises.
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Why You Should Wash Your Face with Oil Instead of Water
Oil is more skilled at cleansing and balancing the hydration of your skin than water, and it is a closer match to your skin’s natural outer layer. It has a...
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3 DIY Ayurvedic Summer Tonics
In Ayurveda, beverages are taken warm or at room temperature and iced beverages are generally avoided. Opt for drinks that are made from ingredients that have a cooling effect without...
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Summer Teas, Tonics, and Coolers, Plus Recipes!
Summer is a relaxed time of taking it easy and cooling our rising pitta by the pool. This is the perfect time of year for getting creative and exploring the world of...
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The Top 7 Ways to Use Triphala
Triphala is one of Ayurveda's most popular herbal formulas. While it is best known to support healthy digestion, it can also promote vitality, beauty, and more.
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7 Reasons Castor Oil Is the Secret of Ayurvedic Beauty
Finding beauty products that are natural and chemical-free, yet effective, can be quite a challenge. But one of the most effective, most natural, beauty products is as simple as one...
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How to Balance the Angry (Pitta) Period
What are the key characteristics of a pitta period? What measures can you take to cool down that excess heat? Read this article to learn how and when to balance pitta...
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How to Balance the Heavy (Kapha) Period
What are the elements of a kapha period? How can you recognize excess kapha in your menstrual flow? Read this article to learn how and when to balance kapha for...
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How to Balance the Painful (Vata) Period
In the first part of this series, we covered the Ayurvedic perspective on menstruation and what a balanced cycle looks like. Here in our second installment, we’ll focus on how...
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Why a Healthy Cycle Is So Important
What is your period trying to tell you? According to Ayurveda, tuning into the nature of your cycle each month can help you gain a better understanding of your overall...
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Should I Do a Liver Cleanse?
There are many types of liver cleanses and liver flushes promoted today. Would you benefit from doing a liver cleanse? As with anything in Ayurveda, it depends. As we are...
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Cleansing Excess Pitta from the Body
Excess pitta can become reactive, settle in the tissues, and manifest as an imbalance if it overstays its welcome. Learn how to calm and soothe this dosha for balance.
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