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Surya Bhedana: Right nostril breathing to warm up the body
If you live in the northern hemisphere, winters can feel harsh. The low temperatures, short days, and an envelope of darkness can feel depressing. Surya Bhedana is a warming pranayama that can help drive the winter blues away.
The three Maha Gunas in Ayurveda and their impact on your mental state
What doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) are to our physical well-being, Maha Gunas (Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas) is to our mental health. However, unlike our three doshas, our three maha gunas aren’t fixed. We have a lot more freedom over how to manage them.
What is Agni according to Ayurveda?
What is agni in Ayurveda? Why does it matter? How does it impact our digestive health? Read this blog post to learn about agni and its role.
What is Ama in Ayurveda?
Diseases may begin in the gut because of ama. Understanding ama in Ayurveda helps us maintain a healthy digestive fire and protect our health.
Intro to Pranayama: 3 Styles to Get Started
Pranayama improves our overall health. In this Introduction to Pranayama, learn 3 breathing techniques to add to your self-care routine.
Golden Milk: The drink that’s good for you
Do you want to learn about the health benefits of Golden Milk? Want a simple recipe for this nourishing beverage that’s nourishing and healing?
What is Ayurveda?
Are you curious about Ayurveda? How and when does it help? Read this blog post to learn about this ancient healing system from India.
Why Ayurvedic Abhyanga, “Self-Massage,” is the best gift to self
Have you tried Ayurvedic and self-massage with warm oil? This process, Abhyanga, has several health benefits.
How can you use Ayurveda to sleep better?
Sleep is essential to staying healthy and for the body’s healing. Learn how Ayurveda can help you sleep better.
Cause of Disease According to Ayurveda
What is the cause of disease according to Ayurveda? Read this blog post and learn about all three of them.
What is the Ayurvedic clock?
What is the Ayurvedic clock? Why should you follow it? How can it lead to optimal health? Read this blog post to find out. Do you just want to sleep well? Are you tired from not feeling refreshed? Ayurveda can help manage insomnia.
9 Ayurvedic sleep remedies to manage insomnia
Do you just want to sleep well? Are you tired from not feeling refreshed? Ayurveda can help manage insomnia.
What Ayurveda can teach you about not being that mean person at gatherings
Ever been cornered by a mean uncle at a wedding? Or found yourself melting at a BBQ? Learn to recognize signs of Pitta imbalance.
Three pillars of health according to Ayurveda
According says that a person who manages the three pillars of health (diet, sleep, and sexual energy) wisely enjoys a long and healthy life.
Introduction to the 20 Ayurvedic Gunas
What are the 20 Ayurvedic Gunas? How can you apply them to your diet and lifestyle, so you remain healthy and in-charge of your wellbeing?
Why you should know about Vata Dosha this fall
Learn about Vata dosha and how it impacts your sleep, digestion, nervous system, and overall well-being in autumn season.
What is Kapha Dosha?
Want to know why you can call some friends at 4am? Learn about Kapha Dosha. It controls your growth, tissues, and stable energy.
“Why am I angry all the time?” and how to control that emotion with Ayurveda
Have your loved ones been saying that you get angry for no reason? Want to learn 12 Ayurvedic techniques to manage your temper flair-ups?
Beat the heat with these cooling pranayamas: Sitali and Sitkari
Did you know that summer is Pitta season? Heat in the environment can increase heat in our mind & body. Beat the heat with cooling pranayamas.
Chandra Bhedana: Left nostril yogic breathing to cool the body
Chandra Bhedana pranayama is an ancient yogic technique. It’s perfect to cool the body, calm the mind & nervous system, and lower BP.
Rejuvenating Sleep:
A Quick Ayurveda Guide
By understanding your natural physical and mental makeup (dosha) and aligning with daily and seasonal rhythms, you can bring calm where there’s chaos and rest where there’s restlessness.