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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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World Stroke Day : Warning signs of stroke everyone should know !

Around the world, someone suffers a stroke every 3 seconds, amounting to 12.2 million new strokes annually Cases of stroke are increasing worldwide due to lifestyle or genetic changes. Experts on warning signs, risk factors and treatment for stroke. A  stroke  occurs when the blood flow to the  brain  is disrupted and the lack of oxygen starts to damage the brain cells and tissues. If not addressed on time, stroke can lead to brain damage or even death. Cases of stroke are increasing worldwide due to lifestyle or genetic changes. While people above 55 years were more susceptible to it earlier, it is increasingly becoming common in young.  Sedentary lifestyle , unhealthy food, certain medications could also raise risk of stroke.  A stroke is a medical emergency that can potentially result in paralysis or numbness in the face, arm, or leg. Around the world, someone suffers a stroke every 3 seconds, amounting to 12.2 million new strokes annually. Globally, o...
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Cloves: Benefits and Uses At Home

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Home Remedies For Motion Sickness 💨

If you have ever been in the backseat of a car on a winding road and started to feel nauseated, dizzy, and just plain awful, you have experienced motion sickness. We often feel symptoms of motion sickness when we are on a boat, a train, and even when flying on a plane. Children can sometimes get motion sick when playing on swings at the playground or when on rides at the fair, such as a spinning ride, or one that has you hanging upside down.  Motion sickness can absolutely ruin a trip or a day of playing and it can often take hours to recuperate from the very unpleasant feeling of motion sickness. Let’s take a look at what causes you to feel sick and ways to prevent it as well as herbs and remedies to make you feel better once you begin to feel motion sickness coming on.  Causes of Motion Sickness Motion sickness   is caused by a conflict in your senses. When you are in the backseat of a car going around twists, turns, and bends or bumping down bad roads, your e...
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Ayurvedic Tips For Transitioning From Summer to Fall 🍂

Seasonal transitions are the most important times to mind your health, as the shifting climate can lead to imbalances of the mind and body. Find out what you can do for a healthier fall! In October, as the leaves start falling, nature starts to let go cuing that we need to as well! The transition from one season to another is called  Ritusandhi  in Ayurveda and is a vulnerable time when we need to be cautious about our health. In a couple of weeks, we move from the hot  Pitta  summer to the cool, windy fall  Vata  season.  Our digestion and immunity weaken, we may be prone to allergies and experience bloating , dryness, restlessness, anxiety or insomnia. In  October,  as the leaves start falling, nature starts to let go cuing that we need to as well!  This is a time to balance the residual impact of one  Dosha  and the onset and accumulation of the other.  Pitta  inflammation needs to be cleansed and  Vata...
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Which Foods Are High in Vitamin A?

What Is Vitamin A ? Vitamin A  is a fat-soluble vitamin needed for maintaining health. As a term, vitamin A includes a group of related compounds including active vitamin A and its precursors, the provitamin A carotenoids. Vitamin A is found in both animal and plant foods, although in different forms. One of the active forms of the vitamin, retinol, is found in animal products like meat and eggs. The precursors, or “provitamin” forms of the vitamin, include the carotenoids  beta-carotene , alpha-carotene, and beta-cryptoxanthin. Carotenoids are found in plants and often give yellow-orange coloration to different fruits and vegetables. The Function of Vitamin A Vitamin A  is needed for cellular growth and development. It also plays a critical role in vision, immune function, reproduction, bone health, and gene regulation. The vitamin is of crucial necessity during childhood development. In countries with poor levels of vitamin A in the diet, supplementation has been shown...
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Goldenrod 💛 : Benefits, Dosage & Precautions

You may know goldenrod best as a yellow wildflower, but it’s also a popular ingredient in herbal supplements and teas. The herb’s Latin name is  Solidago , which means “to make whole or heal” and reflects its use in traditional herbal medicine. Goldenrod is most often used as a supplement for improving urinary health and reducing inflammation. This article reviews the potential benefits, dosage information, and precautions for goldenrod . What is goldenrod? Goldenrod grows in Europe, Asia, and North and South America. It flourishes in roadside ditches and fields and is often considered a weed. The plant’s yellow flowers bloom in late summer and early fall. It cross-pollinates easily with other plants, so there are more than 100 different species of goldenrod. Many of these are thought to have similar health properties. Solidago virgaurea  — sometimes called European goldenrod — is probably the best-studied species in terms of its health benefits. It has uses in both traditi...
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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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