Recipes & Remedies

Ayurvedic Tips To Help Manage Heartburn + 3 Easy Soothing Recipes

Ayurvedic Tips To Help Manage Heartburn Do you ever get that burning, stinging sensation rising from your stomach and chest to your throat? Of course you have. In fact, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Kidney Digestive Diseases, 60 million people experience heartburn at least once a month and 25 million experience these symptoms daily. Staggering! Basic Guidelines To Help Prevent Heartburn: – avoid spicy food – avoid fermented food and pickles – minimize intake of citrus and sour fruit – avoid overeating Easy Soothing Recipes EASY RECIPE #1 – 2 tablespoons of aloe vera gel – 1 pinch of baking soda Simply mix these two ingredients and drink. This will help to provide immediate soothing effects upon the burning sensation common to acid r...

Appetizing Ginger Pickle & Super Easy Ginger Tea

Appetizing Ginger Pickle & Super Easy Ginger Tea Ginger is a well-known and widely used herb. It is used extensively around the world and is an important ingredient in many foods, drinks and herbal remedies. It is a heating herb and can increase the digestive fire and heat in the body. Therefore it is an excellent remedy during cold and flu seasons.  Ginger is generally considered a ‘safe’ herb and is used in many desserts and treats as well as hot drinks such as ginger tea. It is a rejuvenative and is especially helpful in removing toxins from the body. However care must be taken if used in excess. Ginger … Ginger is a holistic digestive aid; helps to maintain good digestion and balanced gas production. Top Health Benefits Of Ginger Root – Dr. Axe  “One of the #1 ben...

Delectable And Delicious Rose Flavored Treats

Delectable And Delicious Rose Flavored Treats The beauty of the rose is seconded only by its healing properties. In Ayurveda the rose, more specifically the Damascus rose, is used for more than just perfumes. In foods it makes a delicious yet cooling accompaniment and as it has an affinity for the skin, it can also be used in a paste (lepas), along with sandalwood and fennel, to help in excess heat. As an essential oil it has nervine, antidepressant, antiseptic and aphrodisiac properties amongst others. In India a jam (Gulkand) is prepared using the rose petals and sugar. It is a simple recipe that involves layering of the petals and the sugar in a glass jar and leaving out in the sun for 10 days. Gulkand is a cooling and tasty treat to help balance the body during the summer months. Organ...

CUCUMBER RAITA ~ Simple & Delicious Dishes To Keep Cool This Summer!

  Simple & Delicious Dishes To Help Keep Cool This Summer! According to the teachings of Ayurveda, every aspect of our lives contrubutes to our overall health with seasonal changes being of great significance. The summer heat is reflective of the fiery element of pitta giving all the more reason to discover some delectable yummy and cooling dishes to help stay cool this summer. CUCUMBER RAITA Often a good meal for lunch on a hot summer day is basmati rice and mung dal kitchari. However, to bring about flavor you may also want to consider cucumber raita to help improve digestion and even help to cool down many spicy dishes. Ingredients: ·        1 small cucumber skinned and grated ·        1 teaspoon of ground fennel seeds dry roasted ·        ½ cup of plain yogurt ·        ¼ teasp...

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