As the winter sets in and cold temperatures and dry air dominate, many people connect the season with colds, coughs, flu and other contagious illnesses. Winter is considered the season when our immunity decreases and we feel unwell quite often.Ayurveda however has many ways to strenghten the immunity for you to stay well and healthy throughout the winter. Various … Continue reading Enhance your Immunity with Ayurveda

According to Ayurveda, we are now moving into the season of Kapha which extends from late winter into spring. When Kapha is balanced, one feels grounded, stabil, with lots of stamina and a feeling of contentment.During the wintertime, one tends to eat more heavy and oily foods in order to stay warm, one might move less and … Continue reading Ayurveda and the Importance of a Springtime Routine

Please check ou my website at http://www.wellnessfiveelements.comThe days are getting shorter and soon, the leaves will turn into beautiful fall colors of yellow, orange and red.Not only does nature around us changes and slows down, our bodies will also have to adaAs autum can be dry, windy, cool and rough, the fall cleanse will be … Continue reading Ayurveda and Fall Rejuvenation

Please note: the information below is NOT meant for anyonewith Celiac DiseaseWheat has been the most widely used food all over the world for thousands and thousands of years.However, wheat has been modified as we need more resistant, spongier varieties wihich generates bigger harvests. Yes, gluten, a protein found in grains like barley, wheat, rye and many others can … Continue reading Ayurveda and Gluten

Stress can be defined as any type of change that causes physical, emotional or psychological strain. Stress is your body's response to anything that requires attention or action. Everyone experiences stress to some degree. The way you respond to stress, however, makes a big difference to your overall well-being.However, stress doesn't need to be bad. Good … Continue reading Ayurveda and Stress

Ayurveda, an ancient Indian medical healing system, relies on a holistic approach to physical and mental health.An Ayurveda therapy starts with internal purification and improvement of digestion and metabolism as well as diet and lifestyle suggestion. These first steps can help to reduce symptoms, increase immunity, reduce worry and anxiety, and increase wellbeing of the client.In addition to “diet … Continue reading Ayurveda And The Six Tastes

In Ayurveda, summer is considered the season of pitta with it's qualities of hot, penetrating, intense, sharp and acidic.Summer time gives us the opportunity to be outside, socialize and enjoy the long warm days.However, we should not live in ignorance and make choices which go against the natural flow of the season.The main focus during the summer is … Continue reading How to Beat The Summer Heat with Ayurveda

Takra is a wonderful drink for the summer as it helps the body fight dehydration. Due to the added salt, it is packed with electrolytes magnesium, potassium and calcium in addition to the high water content and the cooling spices of cumin, coriander and fennel. During the heat of summer, a glass of Ayurvedic buttermilk can offer some … Continue reading Takra, Ayurvedic Buttermilk

Ghee is one of the most ancient and sattvic, which means balancing and harmonious foods known in Ayurveda. It is ideal for cooking as it does not burn unless heated excessively. Ghee does not contain casein (a protein in milk) nor lactose (the whey), therefore ghee is tolerable for those individuals who are lactose intolerant. … Continue reading ALL ABOUT GHEE IN AYURVEDA

The skin is our body’s largest organ and has many responsibilities. If our skin receives an overload of toxins from the environment and health, it will impact its glow and luster. However, the skin can periodically cleanse and rejuvenate itself. According to the Ayurveda text, whatever is inside the body is also on the outside.  … Continue reading Ayurveda and the Skin