Lifestyle · Remedies

For the Ladies: Relief for That Time of the Month

Ladies vacation. Lady times. The crimson wave. That time of the month. Whatever name you use for menstruation, Ayurveda offer lifestyle, diet, and exercise tips that will bring relief. If it wasn’t obvious, this one is for the ladies out there. Minimal exercise This is one of the most important bits of advice I learned… Continue reading For the Ladies: Relief for That Time of the Month

Lifestyle · Recipes

Autumn Eating Tips (and a Pumpkin Stew Recipe)

Our bodies reflect the changing seasons outside, essentially mirror what is happening in nature. In fall, dryness is abundant as leaves change color and fall off trees and grass turns brown. Our bodies tend to get dry, too, (as vata increases). There’s also heat left over from summer, so pitta is fired up. To counteract… Continue reading Autumn Eating Tips (and a Pumpkin Stew Recipe)

Ayurveda101 · Lifestyle · Psychology

No Pain, No Gain? Crafting a Healthy Exercise Routine

One of the important lessons Ayurveda has taught me is the importance of moderation. (Though arguably I’ve exercised a bit too much moderation with my blogging lately.) Ayurveda means “the science of life,” helping those who follows its principles to live a very long, balanced, and healthy life. While I’ve written quite a bit on… Continue reading No Pain, No Gain? Crafting a Healthy Exercise Routine