The eyes are the windows to your soul! That's not original, but it's true! For clear, lustrous eyeball windows and a fresh clean face, I suggest including the following as part of your morning routine, or dinacharya as they say in ayurveda. Cup cold water with your hands and gently open and close your eyes in the water. Blink your eyes seven times and rotate your eyes in all directions. This will help stimulate and refresh your nervous system and fully awaken you. Want to take eye care a Continue Reading
Principles of Ayurvedic Herbology
In Ayurvedic practice herbs are generally used in compounds, because it is believed that their synergistic actions are more powerful and decrease potential side effects. Common compounds may include anywhere from 3-50 herbs. Ayurveda does not have a standard dosage for herbal remedies. The amounts depend on the age of the person, body weight, strength of digestion, constitution, and imbalance. Hot and pungent herbs, such as cayenne and golden seal, are used in lower dosages. Sweet and heavy Continue Reading
Top Herbs and Nutrients for Weight Loss
There are certain supplements that can be a part of a healthy weight loss regimen and may help with hunger and help to gently increase the metabolic rate, and may be beneficial to those who need a little help. These supplements will not bring about instant results, and losing weight should not be an overnight affair. It is not healthy to lose any more than 1-2 pounds per week. Below are some sensible weight loss aids that can be incorporated into the diet or supplemented. each works in a unique Continue Reading
Detecting a Candida Overgrowth
There has been a lot of research and interest in the micobiome lately. How these microorganisms support function and digestion in the body is still much of a mystery. One thing we do know is that there is a very delicate balance and the foods we consume can either support the flora in the digestive tract or hinder it and cause a overgrowth of harmful unwanted organisms. Candida albicans is a normal inhabitant of our bodies and generally compromises 10% of the microorganism profile of the Continue Reading