Why is that? Well, according to Ayurveda, in daily life we deplete our energy stores by constantly giving our bodies the wrong signals. We eat at irregular times, skip meals, push through feelings of fatigue, and don’t get enough sunlight or sleep. One clear sign you...
As cleansing season wraps up I wanted to share with you my thoughts on one of the questions I hear most often from folks I am supporting with their seasonal cleanse. Do I have to give up coffee? On the cleanse the answer is “yes”, post...
After my spring cleanse I was feeling great—lighter, more energized, inspired and motivated. Shortly after, my schedule ramped up and things got out of control. Commitments and tasks seemed to fill every moment of my day and I started eating on the go, dropping parts...
Spring has sprung! Flowers are budding, birds are singing and all life (including me) seems to be waking up from a deep slumber. Spring is the season of new beginnings, renewal, vitality and growth. According to Ayurveda, late winter and early spring are associated with...
Can you believe it’s almost 2016? It’s the most wonderful time of year, and I’m getting so excited for all the festivities and quality time with family and friends but I have to admit the holidays can also make me a little stressed. These are...
Want to relieve aches and pains, reduce inflammation and heal your digestive tract? One of Ayurveda’s most powerful healing agents can be found right on your spice rack. One thing I love about Ayurveda is that all medicine comes from nature and therefore herbal medicine...
Why Sprout? Sprouting is the practice of germinating seeds to be eaten raw or cooked. Sprouts are a common ingredient of the raw food diet and in Eastern Asian cuisine. Chances are you have had sprouts on salads, sandwiches or with your pho but did you...
I love the fall, it’s one of my favorite times of year. I know fall has arrived by the cool crisp mornings, cozy sweaters, college football, pumpkin spice lattes and the beautiful fall colors. Seasonal changes are dynamic, exciting times. Your body feels it and...
Whoa its been hot around here! Temperatures in the 90s are too hot for this Pitta-natured girl. I need all the help I can get staying calm, cool and at ease in the summer heat. Summer is the season of Pitta (fire element) and according to...
At times, establishing and maintaining optimal wellness can seem overwhelming. A holistic approach to creating a balanced mind, body and Spirit requires attention to your diet, physical activity, mental health, job satisfaction, sleep routine, self-care and relationships. Whew! No wonder it seems overwhelming. Ayurveda offers...
