Shukra & Artava Dhatu: The Reproductive Tissue
Responsible for more than physical reproduction, our reproductive health provides the creative energy to achieve our goals and enjoy the fullest and most juicy version of our lives.
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How to Stay Healthy While Traveling | Ayurvedic Tips for Flying
Air travel can take quite a toll on our bodies and minds. Use these simple Ayurvedic flying and packing tips to stay healthy on your journey.
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Tending Home Base: 4 Ways to Balance Pitta
Pitta is essential for the process of digestion, helping us process our food and experiences well. Learn how to balance pitta starting at its home base.
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Permission to Rest | The Benefits of Slowing Down During Menstruation
Throughout history, menstruation has been honored as a time of rest. Learn how choosing to slow down while you're bleeding can serve your health in powerful ways.
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Ayurveda and the Koshas: Nourishing Body, Mind, Spirit, and Heart
Dive into the five layers of our being, known in Ayurveda as the koshas, and learn how nourishing these subtle layers can support whole-body and whole-being health.
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Amaranth Porridge Recipe: The Breakfast of Champions
Amaranth is one of the most protein-rich plant-based foods out there. When cooked just right—like this tasty porridge recipe—it yields a creamy consistency with a hint of crunch.
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Perfectly Chai Spiced Granola Recipe
Crunchy, light, and delicious, granola can be reinvented in seemingly endless variations. This one—featuring Chai Spiced Ghee—is sure to be a new alltime favorite.
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Functional Foods: An Ayurvedic Perspective
The term “functional foods" has become increasingly popular in the wellness world, but what does it actually mean? Here's an Ayurvedic perspective.
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Majja Dhatu: The Nerves and Bone Marrow
The nerves are related to how we perceive and respond to our environment, as well as our emotions and memories. Learn how to care for this tissue, known as majja dhatu.
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Shardunika (Gymnema sylvestre): Getting to Know Your Herbal Allies
Shardunika (Gymnema sylvestre) is a timeless Ayurvedic ally used to help regulate the appetite and beat sugar cravings—the perfect way to tame your sweet tooth.
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A Quest for Sustainable Wildcrafted Herbs in the Himalayas
The quest for sustainability is no small feat. Follow along with three members of our team as they trek into the mountains of Nepal in search of two precious Ayurvedic...
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3 Secrets to a Successful Cleanse
Gearing up for a cleanse? Take some time to prepare and plan to ensure as much spaciousness and ease as possible. These three simple cleansing tips will help pave your way...
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5 Turmeric Studies You Should Know About
Turmeric's growing renown as a beneficial supplement and superfood has led to several illuminating scientific trials over the years. These five studies explore its effects on digestion, skin, and more.
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Meda and Asthi Dhatu: The Skin and Bones
The tissues of the skin and bones are vital to our health, providing protection, movement, and stability. Explore Ayurvedic tips for how to nourish and care for these tissues layers.
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6 Herbs for a Bright and Healthy Spring
If you experience seasonal irritants, it’s a good idea to build up your body’s resilience ahead of time. These six herbal allies will help you prep for a healthy spring.
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4 Cacao Recipes to Nourish Your Heart
Embrace the healing properties of raw cacao with these four delicious recipes—perfect for Valentine's Day or anytime you're craving a healthy touch of sweetness for your body and mind.
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How to Create Your Own At-Home Retreat [Video]
Dreaming of a getaway? Short on time or finances? Use these tips to create a restful Ayurvedic retreat that can be completed from the comfort of your own cozy home.
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Ghee—Everything You Need to Know about Clarified Butter
Ghee is a deliciously healthy fat that is highly revered in Ayurveda. In this article, we'll explore the history of ghee, as well as its many benefits and uses.
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Tending Home Base: 6 Ways to Balance Kapha
Late winter and spring are the season of kapha dosha. Learn about kapha's home base in the stomach and how to stay balanced and vibrant this spring.
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Mamsa Dhatu: Building Healthy Muscle Tissue
Ayurveda recognizes seven distinct tissue layers that make up our being, known as the dhatus. In this article, we take a look at mamsa dhatu—the muscle tissue.
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3 Chai Spiced Ghee Recipes to Spice Up Your Day
These yummy recipes may become new favorites. With a creamy texture and an uplifting infusion of aromatic cardamom and cinnamon, there's no end to the ways you can use Chai...
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3 Turmeric Ghee Recipes for Golden Nourishment
Enhance your kitchen creations and nourish your well-being with this delicately spiced ghee. These three tasty recipes can get you started!
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Ayurveda for Meditators: 5 Obstacles Blocking Your Practice and How to Overcome Them
Encountering challenges is a very normal part of the meditation journey. But with an understanding of Ayurveda, there’s hope for moving past them.
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A Day in the Life of Myra Lewin to Inspire Your Daily Routine
Follow along with inspirational Ayurveda practitioner and educator Myra Lewin as she shares her personal daily routines and rituals for health and vitality.
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