Nov 4, 2013 | Ayurveda and the Mind, Ayurvedic Therapies
Panchakarma ~ Detoxification & Rejuvenation by Vishnu Dass Ayurveda, the ancient “Science of Life,” is one of the oldest forms of health care in the world. It is a holistic science that places great emphasis on prevention and aims at bringing about and...
Nov 3, 2013 | Ayurvedic Herbs
GLOSSARY OF TERMS Agni Fire element, digestive fire. Agni dipana Increases digestive fire. Ahamkara Sense of separate self or ego. Literally, “I former.” Alochaka Pitta Sub-type of pitta which governs visual perception. Alterative Blood purifying substances that...
Oct 9, 2013 | Ayurvedic Herbs, Bodily systems, Herbal Treatments, Home Remedies, Western Herbs
Elderberry Sambucus nigra Part used: berries, flowers Effect on Dosha: VPK= Taste: berry-sweet, sour, bitter/flower-slightly bitter, pungent Energy: berry-neutral to cooling/ flower-cooling Post Digestive Effect: berries-sweet/flowers-pungent Tissues: plasma, blood,...
May 11, 2013 | Ayurvedic Herbs, Ayurvedic Therapies, Yoga Therapy
One of the most powerful and simple pranayama methods (breathing practices) is Nadi Shodhana. It is designed to balance the right and left sides of the brain, thus bringing balance to the solar and lunar pathways of the metaphysical body. It also helps to purify all...