The Fire of Agni: Summer Digestion For Your Dosha

The Fire of Agni: Summer Digestion For Your Dosha

Summer is now arriving with its long days, radiant energy and unmistakable heat. While we celebrate the season, Ayurveda invites us to look more carefully at what this fiery time of year does to the fire within us. In Ayurveda, Agni — the digestive fire — is the...
Ayurvedic Summer Hydration

Ayurvedic Summer Hydration

During the warmer months, many of us instinctively reach for larger water bottles and make a conscious effort to drink more throughout the day. Staying hydrated is important, and Ayurveda offers a deeper perspective on hydration—one that goes beyond simply increasing...
Summer Sleep According to Ayurveda

Summer Sleep According to Ayurveda

It’s that wonderful time of year once again! June’s longer days and warmer evenings can feel invigorating, but they can also leave many people tossing and turning at night. According to Ayurveda, summer is governed by Pitta dosha—the energy of heat,...
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...