Exercise the right way for your qualities
The best movement varies by dosha We all know that the benefits of exercise are huge. Years ago a healthcare client i had told me “motion is synonymous with life” and that’s a fact. We need to move a lot…
doshas
Dosha or doshas is the Ayurvedic word used to describe the qualities of the universe, vata (dry, cold, mobile) pitta (hot, fiery, driven) and kapha (slow, juicy, cool).
How much sleep do you need?
Sleep depends on your doshas–and your liver How much sleep do we really need to have and when? The answer in Ayurveda is “it depends”. It depends on our personal qualities, called the doshas. Each of us has a tendency…
Warm oil self-massage smooths the skin and soothes the nerves
Abhyanga warm oil self-massage smooths the skin and soothes the nervous system
Rejuvenate and detoxify with amazing Triphala
Triphala improves digestion and elimination Until i studied Ayurveda, I had never heard of Triphala and yet now i can’t imagine how i lived without it. A traditional and foundational Ayurvedic treatment, Triphala is a potent combination of three fruits,…
Castor oil and rosewater skin care
At my age, trust me, i've tried every kind of skin care with varying results, but one of the routines i love most turns out to be a combination of castor oil and rosewater.
Learn to relax based on your qualities
While some stress is good, never truly relaxing is hard on your nervous system. Your nature will reveal your perfect approach to learn to relax
What are your doshas?
Doshas -- Vata, Pitta and Kapha -- may not be what you think. Here are some facts.