Mainstreaming of Ayurveda
Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, is living wisdom. Approximately 70% of the total population in India knowingly or unknowingly follow the Ayurvedic principles of living the right way.
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Discover the wisdom of Ayurveda by exploring these blogs on a range of subjects
Menopause in Ayurveda
The menstrual cycle is a monthly internal cleansing process which not only helps maintain the reproductive system but the entire body. When menstruation stops, the body loses an important cleansing me
Bone health in Ayurveda
Asti dhatu or bones are one of the seven main tissues of the body. In Ayurveda, the bones and joints are considered the site of Vata in the body and are particularly prone to this element’s imbalanc
Ayurvedic Baby Food Recipes
Ayurveda categorizes babies and small children into three categories based on the type of diet: Ksheerapa—children up to one year with a main diet of milk, Ksheerannada—children up to two years, e
Benefits of Flaxseeds in Ayurveda
Flaxseeds are considered a superfood, the best natural alternative to support the immune system, augment vigour and muscular strength. Ayurveda considers them as Balya—a provider of strength.
Eight golden rules of Ayurveda dietetics
Ahara—or food in Ayurveda—is one of the three pillars, which maintain life. How, when, and what we eat, are equally important. Ayurveda has basic dietary guidelines regarding choosing the appropri
Journey to Recovery from Eating Disorders
By Kylie van der Veer In 2015, after more than twenty years of struggling mentally and physically, I began a quest to recover from my eating disorder, once and for all. I was facing the prospect of lo
The Sushruta Samhita
The Sushruta Samhita is an ancient Sanskrit Ayurveda textbook on surgery and medicine. Sushruta, the author of the book lived in the 7th or 6th century BCE and is known as the ‘father of surgery’.
Rasayana – Rejuvenation Therapy
Rasayana or rejuvenation therapy is one of the eight specialized branches of Ayurveda. Rasayana is defined as the means of achieving the finest quality of body tissues, thereby improving the
Benefits of Coconut Oil and Cashew Nuts According to Ayurveda
According to Ayurveda, coconut oil has Pitta and Vata pacifying properties. It is nourishing and improves immunity and strength. Coconut oil contains rare medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA) that are quic
Ginger and Ayurveda
This time we are going to share some simple Ayurvedic tips using ginger. Ginger has antifungal, antiinflammatory and antiviral properties as