Daily essential self-care Ayurvedic practices for overall well-being
Daily essential Ayurvedic practices to implement in your day for self-care and well-being. Our health should be our priority. Above anything, if we are not in good health, then we cannot function to our full potential and be joyful, calm and enjoy this life. Ayurveda's definition of good health does not just limit to proper functioning of the body, but also...
What is burnout according to Ayurveda
What is burnout and how it develops according to Ayurveda. Our lifestyle choices greatly impact our overall wellness. In Ayurveda, when we mention body wellness, we also refer to mind too. There is always a need to create a harmonious balance between activity and rest, as well as a healthy balance between work and life's simple moments of enjoyment. When we...
Vegan coconut lentil curry with Ayurvedic spices
Enjoy a super easy to make vegan coconut lentil curry. A delicious and highly nutritious curry made with loads of Ayurvedic spices and protein filled lentils, served with Basmati rice.This is the perfect dinner recipe for a cozy night in, to kindle the agni (digestive fire) and soothe the digestive organs. All the spices used are supportive of digestion, warming in...
13 foods that are naturally cleansing
These 13 foods that are naturally cleansing post focuses on vegetables and fruits only and their cleansing qualities by either supporting digestion or the liver functioning. Food is the fuel to our body and mind; medicine when we need to heal and it provides us nourishment and energy. Wholesome, clean eating is not about being strict about what we eat, but...
3 Ingredients relaxing DIY body exfoliator
A lovely skin treat with this 3 ingredients relaxing DIY body exfoliator. I’ve been making my own body exfoliation/scrubs for a long time. I know there are many great products out there, but I love the idea of customising my weekly exfoliation routine based on how I feel. In general, I use raw brown sugar as my base ingredient and then...
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...
The connection between Ayurveda and Yoga
Understanding the connection between Ayurveda and Yoga can bring us closer to connecting with both in our daily life. I will try to simplify this post because there is so much information about both systems. However I will focus on the main points and a small introduction to both so that it is (hopefully) clear to understand for those who...
Strawberry coconut vegan chocolate mousse
This delicious super creamy strawberry coconut vegan chocolate mousse has only 7 ingredients and it takes less than 10 minutes to make. It’s of course vegan and has no refined sugar. The prime ingredient, raw cacao is a great source of antioxidants, iron and magnesium. Because it is raw, it is also bitter in taste, which can aggravate Vata dosha. So...
Stuffed avocado and Ayurvedic spices
If you are an avocado lover, then you will probably love this stuffed avocado & Ayurvedic spices dish. I really enjoyed making this delicious meal, with so much flavour and colourful vegetables. It is very easy to prepare and cook, but take your time with it. In Ayurveda, the process of preparing the food and cooking is just as important...
Vata dosha pacifying foods
A Vata pacifying diet must provide this Ayurvedic body type nourishment and warmth. As its qualities are dry, cold, light, rough and changeable due to its elements air and space Vata needs a daily meal lifestyle which balances out these qualities. Adding the appropriate Vata pacifying spices will also help with a balanced digestion, but it’s always important to follow a...