Both Ayurveda and modern medicine agree that type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) is a multifaceted disease that affects many organs, tissues, and channels of the body including the cardiovascular, urinary, nervous and immune systems. In Sanskrit, diabetes is called...
The Three Doshas are Not “Types”
I often get quizzical looks when I start an introductory lecture on Ayurveda with the comment that "the three doshas are not body types." Vata, Pitta and Kapha are certainly foundational to every aspect of Ayurvedic theory and practice and understanding them starts...
An Ayurvedic Perspective on GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease)
An Ayurvedic Perspective on GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) GERD occurs when digestive juices moves upward from the stomach into the esophagus causing acid reflux, which over time can damage the lower esophageal lining and an increase the risk of...
Healing with Fruit and Vegetable Smoothies
Healing with Fruit and Vegetable Smoothies Now that spring has sprung, it is perfect time cleanse the body of accumulated metabolic wastes. One simple and easy way is to drink fruit and vegetable smoothies daily. When fruits and vegetables are blended together...
Garlic the Natural Immune Booster
Garlic the Natural Immune Booster
Himalayan Chai ~ The Tea of the Gods
Om!This recipe was first given to Brahma, the creator, and eventually handed down in an oral tradition to our present day. With the help of Sri Ganesha, I will attempt to put the recipe to writing. Forgive me if I make an error as I humbly transmit this valuable...