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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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Fiesta Mason Jar Salad

We’re taking the popular Mason jar salad south of the border with this super-flavorful recipe! So simple yet so satisfying; all you have to do is layer fresh, wholesome ingredients such as black beans, corn, and jalapenos, then finish them off with our Homemade Coconut Oil Dressing. Seal, shake, and enjoy! INGREDIENTS ½ cup Sprouted Brown Rice, Organic ¼ cup baby spinach ¼ cup white onion, chopped ¼ cup avocado, diced 3 tablespoons cheddar cheese 3 tablespoons corn 2 tablespoons black bean 1 teaspoon jalapeno, small dice 2 tablespoons Liquid Coconut Cooking Oil, Organic DIRECTIONS In a mason jar, layer cooked organic sprouted brown rice, baby spinach, tomatoes, chopped white onion, avocado, cheddar cheese, corn, black bean, and jalapeno. Add Homemade Coconut Oil dressing. Close the lid and shake for one minute or until well blended. Serve & enjoy! https://www.nowfoods.com/now/recipes/fiesta-mason-jar-salad Get Korea Glass Container Kimchi Jar from Aliexpress
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Infection Control Principles in Ayurveda

Ayurveda also provides details about how to prevent and control infections and diseases. The ancient texts of ayurveda advocate some infection control principles and tell us what should do and what should not be done. You must adopt and practice these principles throughout your life to reduce the likelihood of infections and diseases. However, ayurveda also provides tips to control all diseases, but we will discuss mainly infection control principles in this article. You can find details of other tips in the  Dinacharya (Ayurvedic Daily Routine)  article. Ayurvedic Infection Control Principles Let’s discuss what ayurvedic texts are saying to control infections: To do list immediately after waking up: Wash hands. Clean teeth. Clean tongue. Wash the face. Comb hair. Take a bath. The above tasks help in cleanliness, which is very important in controlling infections. All these steps must be followed before going to the kitchen and cooking food, touching other things in the home an...
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6 Home remedies that deodorize smelly shoes 👞👠

  I despise socks . I know that sounds crazy, but since I was a kid I would fling them off my feet the first chance I got. That's if my mom could manage to put them on me at all. The problem with freeing your feet is it can easily lead to shoe odor. Yes, I know how gross that sounds, but it happens. At one point in your life you too will have a smelly pair of old shoes stinking up your closet. And if you have kids, then you may have several pairs. Luckily, there are a few home remedies to beat the stench of smelly feet. 1. Baking Soda Just as it deodorizes your science experiment-producing refrigerator, it can deodorize your shoes. Baking soda will help eliminate bacteria and that awful smell. Sprinkle some in your shoes and let sit overnight 2. Baby Powder If you are out of baking powder, try baby powder. If it's good enough for a baby's bum, then it's good enough for your shoes. Just sprinkle it in! 3. Essential Oils Essential oils  make everything smell great -- eve...
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Fresh Face Blend

Designed for nighttime use, our Fresh Face Blend is a simple yet effective combination of lemon, rose hip and rosemary oils. Treat yourself just before bed time and wake up to a radiant complexion! Ingredients 10 drops Rose Hip Seed Oil 2 drops Rosemary Oil 2 drops Lemon Oil Directions Combine all ingredients together.  Apply to face and neck area, be sure to avoid sensitive areas. - This is best for nighttime use to avoid any irritation from the sun with  citrus oils . Get Nowfoods citrus oils from iHerb https://www.nowfoods.com/now/recipes/fresh-face-blend
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Home Remedies for Sunburn 🌞

Sunburn is often experienced during summers where the skin exposed to the sun gets tanned and forces people to cover it up. It could happen at any time of a year as the skin is exposed to the harmful UV rays of the sun which cause sunburns. When your skin is getting exposed to the sun, it starts producing melanin. The melanin pigment is present on the top skin layer and is responsible for its color. It is also a factor that determines how tan your skin can get. In fact, melanin production is determined by the genetics. Also, fair people have lesser melanin production and this is why they often experience sunburns. The fact is that tan can help in protecting the skin from the UV rays. It acts as a protective shield with SPF 4 and the best ways to prevent sunburns is to protect your skin from the harmful UV rays. You can even use home remedies that are helpful in reducing the redness and the stinging pain caused due to sunburns along with applying a good  sunscreen  with SPF 50+...
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Lemon Citrus Vinaigrette 🍋🍋🍋

This quick and easy Lemon Citrus Vinaigrette is a light and flavorful addition to almost any tossed salad. You can adjust the amount of oil to make this dressing thicker or thinner, depending on your preference. We’ve added omega-3 fish oil to give your diet a healthy boost of DHA and EPA! INGREDIENTS 1 tablespoon Omega-3 Fish Oil Liquid 2 teaspoons lemon juice ¼ teaspoon mustard ⅛ teaspoon salt ¼ cup Avocado Cooking Oil in Glass Bottle DIRECTIONS In a blender, combine omega-3 fish oil, lemon juice, mustard, and salt. While blending on low, slowly add in the avocado oil until fully combined. Dress your favorite salad and enjoy! https://www.nowfoods.com/now/recipes/lemon-citrus-vinaigrette
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Food Combinations: Ayurvedic Food Combining Guide (Lissa Coffey)

Let’s take a look at how Ayurveda approaches food combining. We also take a look at common incompatible food combinations. There are three factors that make up the properties of food. First is its taste, or rasa. We know that there are six tastes in Ayurveda, and foods can have one or more of these tastes. We also need to determine if a food has either heating or cooling energies, this is known as  virya . This helps us to know if a food is balancing to our personal dosha, and if it is good to eat within the current season as well. And then we also need to consider the effect that the food has on the body after it is digested – or  vipaka . In the western diet, very often foods are served together with different tastes, energies and post-digestive effects. The problem with this is our  agni , the digestive fire, can get overloaded trying to do too many things at the same time. This results in the production of toxins in the body. So it is important for us to pay attention...
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11 Calming Herbs to keep your Mind Balanced 💆

          Life is hard. Every day it seems like a new challenge appears to test your patience. You may not realize that chronic stress can also lead to long-term health complications. Living in a constant state of fight-or-flight tells your body to produce too much cortisol which can lead to weight gain, diabetes, mood swings, fatigue, and many other conditions. ( 1 ) While it’s important to take steps to manage stress, certain calming herbs can help strengthen your body’s stress response. Adaptogens are some of the best calming herbs because studies show they might make your body and mind more resilient to external stress. Keep in mind that adaptogens don’t work like prescription drugs for anxiety in that they kick in instantly. Instead, they need a few weeks to build up in your system before you notice the effects. When you need something in a pinch, however, other herbs and  essential oils  – like lavender oil – can ease symptoms almost instantly. 1...
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Natural Home Remedies For Minor Burns 🔥

Natural Home remedies for Burns The use of natural remedies given below can be highly effective in managing such minor burns. These remedies are aimed at promoting healing of the damaged skin tissues and minimizing pain. Raw Potato Raw potato can be used to treat minor skin burns. It possesses soothing properties, which help in providing relief from the burning sensation caused by burns. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and reduces redness and inflammation of the skin. It can also reduce the chances of having blisters. Research has proved the beneficial effect of raw potato in the management of minor burns. The histological examination of the burnt area and clinical studies made on the comparable burn wounds treated with either peel of boiled potato affixed to gauze bandages or just gauze dressings showed that the patients treated with raw potato had a faster rate of recovery from the symptoms. It was found that the usage of the potato peel dressing eliminated or reduced desi...
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Spring Detox Smoothie

When spring arrives, I can't help but think about cleaning up my eating habits. After all, spring detox is a thing (along with spring cleaning, which technically is a detox for your home). That's why I’m sharing with you a smoothie packed with nutrients your body will love. Drink it in the morning and you'll give your body a much-needed boost of energy to get you through the day. Ingredient Breakdown: Why Each One Matters  Before I get to the actual recipe, I'd like to shine the spotlight on each individual ingredient used in this smoothie. You'll quickly see why this is a great spring detox smoothie worth drinking. Green Tea Not only is  green tea tasty to drink on its own, but it's also full of health benefits. It's high in antioxidants and contains a large amount of catechins, polyphenolic compounds that are thought to exert numerous protective effects, ...
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