Plants to Know – A Brief Spotlight of Ayurvedic Herbs

Plants to Know – A Brief Spotlight of Ayurvedic Herbs

Photo of flowering of valerian. In Ayurveda, the delight of herbal medicine arises in its understanding of individuality. It is often said that, in Ayurveda, the the care is focused on the person, not the disease. One way Ayurveda does this is through its system of...
Ayurvedic Oral and Dental Care

Ayurvedic Oral and Dental Care

Tooth decay is one of the oldest and most common ailments of humanity. It’s caused by a buildup of bacteria, which produces acid and breaks down enamel. The ancient texts of Ayurveda provide excellent methods for taking care of oral and dental health.  Brushing,...
Just Say No to Allergy Season

Just Say No to Allergy Season

Photo by Karolina Grabowska. Ayurveda is an ancient science that is deeply integrated with the cycles of the seasons. Nature and the body are deeply connected: the activity in your gut and the activity in the soil involve and depend on each other…. Both intertwine...
Turmeric: What you may not know about this Golden Herb

Turmeric: What you may not know about this Golden Herb

Turmeric is like the secret ingredient to the elixir of life. According to a recent article reviewed by a medical expert, turmeric is “one of the most effective nutritional supplements in existence.”* Scroll down for our golden milk recipe–it’s simple and...
Love is in the Air: The Medicinal History of Roses

Love is in the Air: The Medicinal History of Roses

With Valentine’s Day approaching, let’s take a moment to appreciate roses. The rose plant has a long history of medicinal uses in ancient and modern practices alike. Pieces, Places, and Properties Every part of the rose plant – petals, fruit, stem and roots are...