How should I exercise during the spring transition?
You know the saying that everything tastes better when it’s in season. Not to mention that eating a seasonal diet is healthier. So, if there’s such a thing as a seasonal diet, is there such a thing as...
View Article6 secrets for better focus
I’ve been hearing quite a few people talking lately about having a hard time focusing. So, I want to dedicate this post to exploring 6 ways to help you focus better. Some of them will be good reminders...
View ArticleWhy sunflower oil is a hidden gem for your skin
If sesame oil is the queen of oils in ayurveda, I’d like to dub sunflower oil the hidden gem of oils. Why? It’s one of the few oils that ayurveda defines as tridoshic, which means that it’s generally...
View Article3 things that online dosha tests won’t tell you
So, you’ve taken an online dosha test and it says that you’re a “vata”. Is that really so? What’s a dosha? Ayurvedic biology describes our physiological functioning using terms like vata, pitta and...
View ArticleHow the mistake of the intellect can affect you
Mind-body health is what everyone is talking about now, but did you know that it’s so much more than being mindful, taking breaks or meditating? Our thoughts and emotions are food and—just like with...
View ArticleGotu kola: a powerful ingredient for wellness and skin
Centella Asiatica L. or gotu kola, also known as Indian pennywort and Asiatic pennywort, has been gaining a lot of attention lately, especially in skin care. What makes it so unique? Used traditionally...
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Are “organic” and “certified organic” the same thing?
The short answer is “no”. There are many vendors that claim organic on their packaging, but are they certified organic? And when is it legal to claim that a product is organic? First, just because they...
View Article5 more life hacks for fall wellness (part 2)
With the leaves turning and colors changing, without a doubt we have fallen into fall. Each season has its own rhythm and set of qualities that will trigger certain elements to increase inside of us....
View ArticleChamomile for health, wellness and skin
“Give me a word, any word, and I’ll show you that the root of that word is Greek.” Sounds familiar? In this case, the famous line from My Big Fat Greek Wedding is actually true. The name, chamomile,...
View Article11 health benefits of cinnamon
Although the holidays are in the review mirror, there are spices from the festive season that serve us well during the entire year. One such spice is cinnamon. Before we dive into 11 health benefits of...
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