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Ayurvedic Tips for Aging in our sunset yearsπŸŒ›

Gray hair and wrinkles can be a testimony of wisdom. But in a stressful world we often get caught up in equating our worth with productivity that could weigh on us post-retirement. Everyone, at every stage of life is a gift to the world.  That said, aging does bring preventable and costly health challenges that we need to face squarely, from heart diseases, type 2 diabetes, obesity, arthritis, dry skin, falling hair, cognitive decline, stroke and cancer. There is also the possibility of depletion, loneliness and ageism. So, how can we look after ourselves better to ensure we are physically and mentally stronger as we age? Ayurveda is a holistic mind-body science which supports people through a comprehensive approach to live a healthier life right into their sunset years. It emphasizes that  aging  ( Jara ) is a natural process just like the seasons. It does acknowledge natural degenerative changes but recommends prevention, building resilience and an anti-aging regimen through its br
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Anxiety in Ayurveda 😟

Anxiety is basically what happens when we experience worry, doubt, dread, or fear regarding the future, and it can manifest in various ways. We’ve all probably felt at least a little anxiety before, so we won’t go into too many specifics about what it feels like in this article; but, we will say, that it can cause us to behave in ways we wouldn’t normally behave, think thoughts we wouldn’t otherwise think, and experience numbed or heightened sensations, shortness or heaviness of breath, and a general checked-out/frozen demeanor and/or a more frantic, manic demeanor. Needless to say, it manifests differently within each of us, and differently at different times for different reasons. We can feel anxious about significant things like, relationships, career/finances, politics, health, environmental issues; and we can also feel anxious about things we can’t fully explain, like when we feel anxious for no apparent reason. Ayurveda tells us that regardless of why, whenever we feel anxious,

6 Nutrients That Boost Progesterone

Progesterone is one of the key hormones in our bodies, playing an essential role in the everyday function of our bodies, yet many women experiencing hormone imbalance don’t realise that low progesterone is the cause. There are however certain nutrients that boost progesterone levels and can help many women combat their low progesterone levels. Could you benefit?  Symptoms of Low Progesterone Low progesterone can have a number of effects including: Fertility Issues Progesterone has a very important role in a woman’s cycle, ensuring that the uterine lining stays in place for 14 days of your  cycle . This is so a fertilised egg can embed itself in the wall of your uterus and the pregnancy can progress. If a woman becomes pregnant then progesterone levels increase, maintaining the uterine lining, but if no pregnancy occurs then it decreases and leads to the shedding of this lining, and the resulting period. However, if progesterone levels are very low this can lead to problems

Know When To Draw A Line ! (Hansaji Yogendra)

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6 Ayurvedic Tips to Manage Your Health This Fall

The 5,000-year-old science of Ayurveda gives us the steps we need to take to stay healthy, safe, and sated this fall. Seasonal Guidelines for Fall In Ayurveda , we take our cues from nature. Autumn is a time of transition, a time to leave behind the heat and productivity of summer, slow down, fall back and “learn from the falling leaves how to let go.” As per the Ayurvedic seasonal regimen, or Ritucharya , fall and early winter are  vata season (the energy principle of air and ether). Vata is dry, light, cold, rough, subtle, and mobile, and an imbalance in this dosha (energy principle) can lead to similar qualities in the individual. The two simple concepts in restoring balance are like increases like and opposites balance each other. For instance, the dry quality of vata can be balanced by internal and external oleation, hydrating enough, and unctuous food like soups and massages. A rejuvenating cleanse is highly recommended to enhance our immunity in Fall. Ritucharya

Everything You Need to Know About Sun Gazing πŸŒžπŸŒ…

    Sunset in Lebanon (Photo By: Nashaat Tarabay )   While sun gazing can be great for you, some people do go about ‘sun gazing’ the wrong way. There is certainly a right and a wrong way to do it, and it’s important we understand how to do it right so we don’t hurt ourselves. But what exactly is sun gazing? Can it really benefit one's health? Isn't it harmful to the eyes ? Read on to find out everything you need to know about sun gazing and how to do it right. What is sun gazing? The meaning of sun gazing, as its name implies, is the act of staring intently at the sun. The sun is the main source of energy here on Earth. Because of this, people do sun gazing to soak in this natural energy for physical, mental, and spiritual stability. According to Hira Ratan Manek, a researcher and a sun gazer, the sun is the main source of energy energising our brain. The sun's energy can only enter the body through the eyes. Sun gazing is therefore the only way where you can re

The Health Benefits of Apples 🍎🍏

Apples were introduced to Americans by the Pilgrims in  Massachusetts Bay Colony,  and today there are around 2,500 varieties of apple trees in the US—100 of which are commercially grown. Only the crabapple is native to the US. The popularity of the apple —whether it is Red Delicious, Gala, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Golden Delicious—is clear: The USDA (The United States Department of Agriculture) estimates the average American eats around 26 pounds a year! That’s great news because apples contain amazing health benefits along with their intriguing flavors, from sweet to tangy and tart. Nutritional Profile of Apples The skin of an apple is super loaded with nutrients: A raw apple with skin delivers up to 332% more  vitamin K , 142% more  vitamin A , and 115% more  vitamin C  than a peeled apple. My father grew up on a small farm that grew apples and he would eat the fruit, peel and all, from the blossom end. Opposite the stem, it’s where the flower is attached before the apple

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