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Vata & the Subdoshas ๐Ÿ’จ

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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Ashwagandha—The Best Supplement for Stress Support ๐Ÿ’ƒ

A Brief History of Ashwagandha Ashwagandha  is a key herb in Ayurvedic medicine, a healing system that has developed over the last 3,000 years. Ayurvedic medicine is based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit. Its main goal is to promote good health, not fight disease.  Ashwagandha  fits perfectly into this model. In Ayurvedic medicine, the root and leaves of Ashwagandha are the most valued "rasayana," or substances that possess rejuvenating properties. For over five thousand years, Ashwagandha has been much revered for its longevity-promoting and revitalizing properties. Modern science has now documented these benefits and many more. The name Ashwagandha is Sanskrit for smell of the horse. The term is fitting, not only does the root have a unique smell, but it also increases strength. Ashwagandha is frequently referred to as “ Indian ginseng ” because its rejuvenating effects parallel those of  ginse...
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8 Natural Remedies For Heartburn & Acid Reflux

Acid reflux occurs when stomach acid splashes upwards into the esophagus. This results in a burning sensation commonly located behind the heart. This symptom of acid reflux is called heartburn and can be quite uncomfortable and painful. Although there are many over-the-counter and prescription medications used to treat heartburn and acid reflux, there are also many natural remedies that can be employed for occasional heartburn. Baking Soda Baking soda  is an ingredient most households have on hand for cooking for deodorizing. Heartburn is caused by acid in the esophagus and can be helped by introducing a basic substance to the throat. Baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate, has a pH level of 7.0, making it a basic substance. Its high pH can neutralize the stomach acid in the esophagus that is causing  heartburn . Ingredients:  1/2 to 1 tsp.  Baking soda 8 ounces of fresh water Instructions: Mix the baking soda and water together until the baking soda dissolves. This mixt...
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A Compassion Practice for Opening the Heart ๐Ÿ’Ÿ

This week, as I was taking time for self-study, I started to think about the effects of COVID-19 and noticed that most individuals are more concerned with themselves than with the effect this situation has on others, our community at large. It was heartbreaking to realize how dealing with so much fear has caused many people to close their hearts to compassion.  As I thought about this at length throughout the day, I remembered how many philosophies propose that compassion for ourselves is the  first step toward compassion for others. While this may seem counterintuitive, it actually makes a lot of sense — the more we show kindness and love to ourselves and allow others to love and show kindness to us, the more we are able to give these gifts to others in return. I came across a beautiful guided meditation on the Mindful website that I want to share with you. You can visit the recorded version here ( https://www.mindful.org/a-compassion-practice-for-opening-the-heart/ ) or yo...
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Date Palm, Khajoor, เค–เคœूเคฐ (Phoenix Dactylifera) ๐ŸŒด: Health Benefits & Nutritional Values

Phoenix dactylifera  commonly known as the date palm is one of the oldest trees cultivated by man and   is the most nutritious fruits on the globe. D ates are one of the most popular fruits packed with an impressive list of essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that are required for normal growth, development and overall well-being.  A variety of date palm is known as Ajwah is the most medicinal date fruit in all the date palm varieties. Dates are fat free, cholesterol free and sodium free. Dates have the largest concentration of polyphenols among dried fruits. Dates have a lot of medicinal uses throughout history in treating cold, fever, cystitis, edema, shore throat, bronchial catarrh, liver cancer, low sperm count and abdominal trouble, respiratory illnesses, gastrointestinal disturbances, and the improvement of fertility in both males and females etc. Fruit and seed are rich with antioxidant properties and other nutrients. It exhibits various u...
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How to increase your Haemoglobin level in 7 Days ?! ⤴

  Samyuktha Diaries You can increase your Haemoglobin levels in 7 days. This home remedy is super effective in increasing your iron and haemoglobin fast. Iron deficiency is one of the main reasons for tiredness and lot of other diseases including anemia. Iron deficiency also leads to lack of hemoglobin production. You can increase both your iron, hemoglobin levels at home with this cost effective and cheap remedy. This is 100% natural remedy. List of Ingredients from iHerb : Figs Amla Berry Powder Ginger Honey
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Healing Through The Sense of Sight ๐Ÿ‘€

We’ve developed an incredible foundational knowledge of the building blocks of life, the mind/body characteristics of the three doshas, and the empowered choice-making that is available to us through this ancient system of health and healing. Now it’s time to explore exactly how to apply Ayurvedic principles and practices in real time. Ayurveda teaches that we have exclusive, 24/7 access to five distinct Gateways to Healing—also known as our five senses. Everything we see, smell, hear, taste and touch carries a unique vibration, creates a unique imprint within the world and within our own physiology. Therefore, each thing becomes an opportunity for inviting balance or imbalance. Yum or yuck. Harmony or discord. We can consciously choose to expose ourselves to sensory experiences that will not only promote balance and harmony overall, but help to temper an overactive dosha and its corresponding stress response. Just as our doshic imprint is divided...
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11 Calming Herbs to keep your Mind Balanced ๐Ÿ’†

          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 ๐Ÿ”ฅ

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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