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
Because this is
a folk preparation, the ingredients can change from year to year
depending on when you make it and what's growing around you. The
standard base ingredients are apple cider vinegar, garlic, onion,
ginger, horseradish, and hot peppers, but there are plenty of other herbs
that can be thrown in for added kick. This year there were lots of
spicy jalapenos and vibrant rosemary in the garden, so we used those
along with some organic turmeric powder
and fresh lemon peel. Some people like to bury their fire cider jar in
the ground for a month and then dig it up during a great feast to
celebrate the changing of the seasons.
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