Skip to main content

Posts

Showing posts from September, 2023

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...
Post a Comment
Read more

The Better Choice: Natural Makeup Vs Chemicals In Cosmetics 💅 💄👄

Similar to your body, your skin absorbs everything that is topically applied on it. Whilst you invest in the best skincare treatments for a healthier complexion, it is also key to apply the best quality of makeup on your skin to keep up with its health.  Natural makeup  is all the hype these days but the word ‘natural’ is used too often by conventional makeup brands and has lost its meaning in translation. Confused? Read on as to understand the difference between natural, organic and chemical makeup. How Does Organic Makeup Differ From Natural Makeup? When a makeup product is labelled as ‘certified organic’, its ingredients claim to be grown and sourced using organic methods – it must be grown without pesticides, GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms) chemical fertilizers or sulphates. However, labelling a makeup product as natural translates to it being sourced from plant extracts or animal by-products including Cow’s milk, Ghee and more. Most conve...
Post a Comment
Read more

Neroli Oil in Ayurveda

                 Neroli,  the less known secret behind the unsurpassed creativity and the magnanimous works of the legendary archetype of the Renaissance Man,  Leonardo Da Vinci  who loved to be in the midst of perfumes and aromatic oils always. Neroli  essential oil was his all-time favorite and he used it to instigate his intellect and contemplation while creating celebrated piece of artworks . Neroli oil also known as ‘Orange Blossoms’ is the prized ingredient of the classic Eau-de-Cologne since the 17 th  century. The essential oil is extracted from the flowers of the Bitter Orange tree, Citrus aurantium through steam distillation method. Neroli has been used in Ayurveda for thousands of years and it is said that the name ‘Neroli’ is extracted from the Sanskrit word ‘Nagaranj’. Bryan and Light Miller in their book ‘ Ayurveda and Aromatherapy ’ quote Neroli as “one of the most intense-smelling oils. It gi...
Post a Comment
Read more

Ama & Agni in Ayurveda 🔥

  Namaste! Welcome back  Today we will continue our discussion on  Agni  (aka the digestive fire). We will also highlight the effects of  Ama  (toxins) in Ayurveda and ways to promote healthy elimination. Understanding the significance of  Agni  and Ama helps us uncover ancient Ayurvedic secrets of life. Thus, with some simple lifestyle changes, one can manage to live healthier and happier than before. So without further ado, let’s learn some more about digestive fire and its rival Ama. The Basics: What Is  Ama in Ayurveda? In Sanskrit,  Ama  means toxin or undigested metabolic waste . It is an umbrella term for all sticky, slimy, aggravating, and toxic substances accumulated in the body. When our body’s metabolic efficiency is compromised, we create  Ama . Its elimination is of the utmost importance. The  Ama’s  stubborn nature causes it to stick to the gastrointestinal tract, clogs arteries, seep under the skin, a...
Post a Comment
Read more

Popular posts from this blog

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...
Post a Comment
Read more

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...
Post a Comment
Read more

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, ...
Post a Comment
Read more