The Power of Pungent in Ayurvedic Medicine
In Ayurvedic medicine, the pungent taste (katu rasa) plays a vital role in maintaining health and balance. This sharp, hot flavor, found in spices like black pepper, ginger, clove, fenugreek, asafetida and cayenne, is more than just a way to add heat to your meals—it’s a powerful therapeutic tool that has been used for thousands […]
Ayurveda and the Winter Solstice
The winter solstice, marking the shortest day of the year, holds special significance in Ayurvedic medicine. This ancient Indian healing system recognizes this astronomical event as a crucial transition period that demands specific lifestyle and wellness adjustments. The Ayurvedic Perspective In Ayurvedic tradition, winter solstice marks the peak of vata season, characterized by cold, dry, […]
Find Your Flow – Ayurvedic Winter Wellbeing & Your Unique Ayurvedic Constitution
Winter is my favorite season. For a high pitta-dosha (or fire-type) like me, the cool, moist air brings me much comfort and grounding. I love being able to exercise outdoors without feeling overheated or depleted.
Expand Your Space in Spring
Ayurveda teaches that everything in nature is composed of varying combinations of the five elements. We are all familiar with the elements earth, air, water, and fire; however, many of us may be less familiar with the fifth element: ether, or space.
Cleansing in Kapha Season
Your entire being attunes to seasonal cycles. You feel the dryness or moisture in the air, the cold or heat on your skin, and the energetic response in your cells as a number of physiological patterns shift, including sweat, sleep, digestion, emotions, inflammation, water retention, respiration, circulation and so on.
