3 Ayurvedic principles when cooking food
Learn about the importance of cooking consciously with these 3 Ayurvedic principles when cooking food.Ayurvedic cooking focuses on making well balanced and nourishing meals for both the body and the mind. Ideally we would know our primary dosha (body constitution) so that we can understand what foods are most compatible and suitable for our body type or if there is...
4 Ingredients Ayurvedic bliss balls recipe
These 4 ingredients Ayurvedic bliss balls are my go to wholesome dessert alternative. They are so delicious and easy to make. I used only 4 ingredients which are considered sattvic in Ayurveda. Sattvic means clean, wholesome and good for the body and mind qualities. Usually they include some other ingredients like nuts and seeds, some dried fruits etc, but I...
Simple traditional Ayurvedic dal recipe
This simple traditional Ayurvedic dal recipe is by far my go to meal and I prepare it several times during the week. In Ayurvedic cooking, dal is one of the most important and commonly used ingredients. It is known for being easy to digest, nourishing and supporting agni (digestive fire). There are different kinds of dal which differ in taste, texture,...
Delicious Ayurvedic inspired cookies
The festive season is approaching and this means lots of delicious treats in the making. These Ayurvedic inspired cookies are not necessarily the sweetest because as most of you know, most of my recipes have no added sugar. But to give them a sweeter taste, I used dates and cinnamon. And for a dessert type aroma, I used cardamon. Dates are...
How to discover and understand your primary Ayurvedic dosha
Ayurveda is a beautiful life science that resembles a holistic lifestyle of wellness and maintaining health. This is done by understanding our natural cycles, behaviours, tendencies, digestion type and much more. These all come down to the primary Ayurveda dosha of a person. According to Ayurveda, every person has a unique Ayurveda constitution from birth, which is called Prakruti (nature)...
3 Delicious and nourishing smoothie recipes
Start your day with one of these 3 delicious and nourishing smoothie recipes.Smoothies are a good choice for loading up on vitamins and minerals. They’re ideal as a quick breakfast on the go or for a healthy energy boost during the day. Although according to Ayurveda it is not ideal to blend food because this can deplete its prana, smoothies...
Ayurvedic tips for happy glowy skin
When it comes to the wellbeing of our skin, there are many factors to take in consideration which can have an effect on it. First our diet and what we eat on a daily basis; wholesome, nourishing food vs processed and tamastic food. Then our environment, because living in a crowded, busy city vs in the country side or a...
Quick and easy vegan stuffed tomatoes with black rice
This quick and easy to make vegan stuffed tomatoes and black rice recipe makes a delicious and filling meal. Personally I love black rice because I find it more tasty than the plain white one; it has a slight nut like taste. It also makes a nice alternative for when we want a break from Basmati rice. Living in the Greek islands,...
4 Ingredients homemade hummus
A delicious and easy to make, 4 ingredients homemade Hummus recipe. Hummus is by far my favourite dips. It is nutritious, tasty, high in protein and versatile in its use. My favourite way to have Hummus is to add it in my salads, which makes my salad dishes rich in protein and more filling. Some store bought hummus tubs are more clean...
5 Ayurvedic habits for supporting healthy digestion
When it comes to Ayurvedic lifestyle, digestion is one of the most important aspects to consider. According to Ayurveda, the way we digest food can give us a clear idea on the doshic imbalance one may be experiencing. Food contributes greatly to our overall health because it is our fuel. It can nourish our body and its organs, it can...