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Vata & the Subdoshas 💨

This week we are talking all about Vata! It is Vata season , which means it is mostly cold, dry and mobile (wind) in the weather patterns. It is important to keep this dosha in balance and in its proper seat to avoid production and accumulation of toxins. Vata dosha is a combination of the air and ether elements. This represents action, movement and transportation. The qualities of Vata are dry, light, cold, rough, subtle and mobile. Vata is in our movements, actions, breathing, speech, detox, heart pumping and sense of touch. It is the kindler of digestive fire, opener of cell walls and channels, and develops and delivers babies. The seat of Vata is in the abdominal cavity bellow the belly button in the large intestine and colon. It is also in the pelvis, thighs, skin, ears, bones, heart, brain, nervous system and lungs. Each dosha (Vata, Pitta & Kapha) all have 5 subdoshas that exist. Each of these subdoshas represents the five elements (ether, air, fire, water, earth) that tie...
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Top 10 Easy To Grow Ayurvedic Herbs For Your Garden

What are the Plants We Can Make Ayurvedic Medicines from
Ayurveda, the ancient form of medicinal practice originating in India, is one of the most revered medicinal approach in the world. What once prevailed centuries ago still rules the world of science. We being born in the land of its origin must consider ourselves extremely lucky – because thanks to our forefathers, we can use the wonders of Ayurvedic medicine in homes to cure the diseases, prevent ailments and have a healthy body.
As garden lovers it is assumed that we all should know and grow these medicinal plants that form an integral part of Ayurvedic medicine. The immense contribution of these plants in making our lives better can’t be thanked enough.
In this post, let’s find out which of these can be easily grown in our gardens.
  1. Hibiscus
This lovely plant prevents diabetes, its leaves and flowers are extensively used as natural remedy for haircare. Hibiscus can be easily grown in the garden and is easy to maintain once it grows to a considerable length. Grow in the ground for best results.
       
Henna, the natural hair colouring material famously used in India is also an excellent medicinal plant. Ayurveda medicine uses its leaves to treat many diseases related to digestive system, respiratory issues and lifestyle related ailments.
3. Brahmi
                  
Brahmi grows well in pots. But ensure that it is not exposed to direct sunlight. The leaves are used to improve memory and learning, to get rid of worms in the stomach and also as a remedy for skin related disorders.
                
Coriander, the most essential ingredient of almost all the recipies, finds a special place in the Ayurvedic medicine. Its seeds are used to treal Gastric related problems. Its juice is very healthy and consuming it can be prevent many diseases including hypertension.
5. Curry Leaves
        
Curry leaves have the potential to cure diabetes naturally. Consuming it for months is know n to be effective for combating many diseases including skin related disorders. Using it regularly in dishes can keep us healthy.
                                      
Delicate, apple-scented chamomile demonstrates that mildness does not mean ineffectiveness. Primarily grown for its small, yellow-bellied flowers, NCCAM reports that chamomile is one of the best children’s herbs for treating colic, nervous stress, infections, and stomach disorders.
                                            
The benefits of ashwagandha are many; in addition to promoting fertility, aiding in wound care, and boosting the immune system, some other benefits are:
  • Diuretic, Sleep aid
  • Galactogogue
  • Anti-epileptic
  • Anti-tumor, Pain relief
  • Eye health
  • Heart tonic
  • Lowers cholesterol & Regulates blood sugar
  • Reduces depression and anxiety, Combats stress
  • Fights cognitive decline due to brain cell degeneration
                                         
Lemongrass has been reported to have innumerable therapeutic and other health benefits.
  • It alleviates respiratory conditions including laryngitis and sore throats
  • Its anti-pyretic property reduces high fevers.
  • It is useful for all types of pain including abdominal pain, headaches, joint pains, muscle pains, digestive tract spasms, muscle cramps, stomachache and others
  • Lemongrass inhibits bacteria and yeast growth.
  • It is beneficial for nervous and stress-related conditions.
The root is consumed to treat inflammations and irritations of the urinary and respiratory mucus membranes, to counter excess stomach acid, peptic ulceratio and gastritis. Externally, the root is applied to bruises, sprain, aching muscles, insect bites, skin inflammations and splinters.
The leaves are very edible, unlike the aloe vera. They can be added to salads, boiled, or fried. It is known to help out in the area of cystitis and frequent urination.
10. Neem
This bitter tasting plant was the first natural tooth brush used by our ancestors as it provides a soli protection against toothaches and prevents the dieseases related to gums. Its juice is known to possess excellent medicinal properties and is regular used in Ayurveda to treat many types of illness.

  Grow these gifts of nature in your garden and have an Ayurvedic garden at home!

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