As the first rays of the new year pierce through the winter chill, a potent energy stirs within us. It’s a yearning for change, a whisper that beckons us to shed the past year’s heaviness and embrace a vibrant new beginning. In Ayurveda any time of transition is seen as an auspicious opportunity for self-reflection, renewal, and alignment with our authentic nature Ayurveda teaches that true transformation begins from within. By incorporating these 12 transformative practices into your life, you can embark on a journey to nourish your body, mind, and spirit, setting the stage for a year brimming with health, happiness, and inner radiance. The Importance of Starting Fresh Just as spring awakens the earth after a long winter, Ayurveda emphasizes the importance of cleansing and balancing the body to prepare for new beginnings. Panchakarma, the ultimate detoxification process in Ayurveda, offers a deeper level of internal purification....
Chia (botanically Salvia Hispanica) is a member of Lamiaceae, mint family. The seeds of Chia plant are commonly used as a super-food for their nutritional and other health benefits. Chia seeds are a rich source of fiber, protein, omega-3 fatty acids in form of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), calcium, manganese, magnesium, and phosphorus. These seeds have similar health benefits as flax seeds, so chia seeds are considered as the best alternative to flax seeds . Chia seeds contain slightly more fiber content than flax seeds. Chia seeds are beneficial for the skin, digestion, heart, metabolism, bones, muscles and teeth. The omega-3 fatty acids in them improve skin health and promote hair growth. Chia is also beneficial for cardiovascular health and promotes healthy brain functions. It helps to lose weight and prevents heart dise...