Ayurveda & The Sun

Ayurveda & The Sun

As we approach the summer solstice, we are experiencing the longest, warmest, and sunniest days of the year. In many cultures, and in Ayurveda, the Sun (“Surya” in Sanskrit) is worshipped and regarded as a sacred, vital source of life force that nourishes our bodies...
How to Build Ojas for Your Dosha

How to Build Ojas for Your Dosha

Ojas is the foundation of health in Ayurveda, described as a sweet, unctuous nectar that holds together our tissues. Without sufficient Ojas, we will soon begin to feel depleted, and a myriad of symptoms can arise based on our constitution. While everyone benefits...
Ojas: The Essence of Vitality & Immunity

Ojas: The Essence of Vitality & Immunity

In Ayurveda, there is a subtle essence said to govern our vitality, resilience, immunity, and emotional stability. This essence is called Ojas. When Ojas is abundant, we feel grounded, nourished, peaceful, and deeply alive. Our skin glows, digestion functions...
Ayurvedic Herbal Spotlight: Shatavari

Ayurvedic Herbal Spotlight: Shatavari

Welcome to our Ayurvedic Herbal Spotlight! Each month, we’ll delve into seasonal herbs that can assist you in maintaining balance. We will explore their medicinal actions, how they make you feel, their warming or cooling nature, and which doshas they benefit. Let’s...
Lighten, Awaken, Realign: Late Spring Ayurvedic Tips

Lighten, Awaken, Realign: Late Spring Ayurvedic Tips

As the weather begins to gently warm up and we feel summer on the horizon, our bodies and minds are preparing for the long, hot days ahead. This time of year is the most lush and vibrant, with many flowers blooming and all plants verdantly growing tall.  In Ayurveda,...