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Health Benefits Of Ajmoda + Delicious Parantha Recipe
Health Benefits Of Ajmoda Celery has long been a staple on the list of superfoods and healthy snacks. It is abundant in our diet and is easily available. However, the celery seed is not as well-known as the vegetable. Ajmoda, or celery seed is an amazing digestive herb. It literally means ‘goats delight’ and is renowned for its digestive properties. Ajmoda can grow very well in dry soil indicating its affinity for absorbing moisture and its beneficial properties in the use of kapha conditions. Organic Digest Tone (Triphala Plus) Good health depends on strong, efficient digestion. It can sometimes be confused with Ajwain (Bishops seed), and indeed they have similar properties, but Ajmoda is rather more potent than Ajwain when it comes to deepanpachan qualities (removing toxins and kindling ...
The Story Of Disease: An Ayurvedic Understanding
The Story Of Disease There’s a fascinating story I’ve heard that describes the “Summary of The Process of Disease Formation,” according to Ayurvedic Medicine. First, disease begins when we forget our true nature. This is known as the “Primordial Cause” of disease. We forget how we as spirit are spiritualizing through the human experience. According to Marisa Laursen, a professor at the California College of Ayurveda, “the mind is a place of purity and clarity. The thought comes along and disturbs the mind.” the “Primordial Cause” of disease. “Thought is part of ego and the chatter becomes the smoke screen that disturbs us from the true self.” The ego creates stories and draws upon attachments to the past and projection...
Health Benefits Of Lemongrass + Lemongrass Vegetable Stir-Fry Recipe
Health Benefits Of Lemongrass Lemongrass or Bhutrna, which literally means “earth grass”, is an aromatic and flavorful herb which brings excitement and delight to many recipes worldwide. It is a stiff, sharp bladed perennial which is native to India but has made its way to south eastern Asia, where its popularity is second to none. Its usage in recipes is extensive, and can be consumed dried, fresh or powdered in teas, soups and a variety of dishes. Although it adds a unique citrusy flavor to numerous cuisines, it is nonetheless revered for its medicinal properties. Herbal Di-Gest Supports improved digestion and balanced appetite; helps with gas, bloating, and discomfort. Lemongrass: Grow Harvest & Preserve EZ method Properties Lemongrass is a light dry and penetrating herb. It has a...
Absolute Health With Yoga
Absolute Health With Yoga By Priya Singh From the moment we begin to exist, our mind and body is absorbing sights, sounds, touch impressions, and emotions. Every single stimulus is recorded in our brain, cells and tissues on a cellular level. This concept of mind and body is widely discussed, but do we actually fully understand it? Do we understand the enormity of the emotional and physical toll life takes on us? Our environment, every stress and every positive/negative emotion essentially affects us to a level that changes our very being, body and inherent spirit. the body is not separate from the mind & spirit In times past, Asian cultures made esoteric practices a part of their daily life, wherein these practices included prayer, and means to strengthen and cleanse physically and me...
Saffron ~ The Gold Of Spices + Sweet Saffron Rice Recipe
Saffron ~ The Gold Of Spices Saffron is a widely used and coveted herb. It is amongst one of the more expensive herbs on the market and its uses are extensive. The healing properties and health benefits of Saffron are vast. The bright red associated with the beauty of saffron is indicative to its uses in the body – from the blood to the heart and reproductive system. A field of Saffron flowers yields a violet beauty that is a joy to behold, and its effects on the body can be equally divine. “Saffron is also known as ‘Ghusrina’ as it is sacred to Grishneshvara – Lord Shiva.” (Sebastian Pole) Amrit Nectar Enhances coordination of mental and physical functions; supports balance between the heart and the brain; powerful antioxidant. Saffron is a tridoshic herb but works particu...
Delicious & Wholesome “Diamond Dates” Recipe
Delicious & Wholesome “Diamond Dates” Ayurvedic remedies, whilst effective, can sometimes be less than joyful to consume. There is no denying the benefits of triphala or trikatu yet tasting them is frequently the hardest step! And even the ‘sweeter’ herbs such as Ashwagandha or Shatavari can still be somewhat of a mouthful despite their effectiveness. When it comes to dates however, we can rejoice! Dates have tremendous health benefits and let’s face it, are just delights to the mouth! Although not exactly tridoshic (can increase kapha due to its heavy and sweet qualities) they can usually be paired with all sorts of foods and herbs to improve taste or efficacy. Organic Digest Tone (Triphala Plus) Supports digestive system and elimination; assists body in absorbing nutrien...
Saturn’s Transit In Sagittarius: The Control of Justice.
Saturn’s Transit In Sagittarius: Control Of Justice Regulation, Restriction, Constriction & Expansion Saturn is known as the great controller, and is symbolized as the spiritual force or entity in the universe which embodies control throughout the universe. As human beings we seek control in many aspects, to have control over our lives, to have control over how time unfolds, and to control what we desire and how we obtain it. These aspects of control in human life are connected to the ego, to our individual desires, and are sometimes described as the individual will. Saturn represents in the deepest most metaphysical sense the Universe’s will for us, and is deeply connected to that which is the surrender of our own individual will or selfish desires. The Controller Of Time …...
The Healing Power Of Spices: Five Magic Spices!!
The Healing Power Of Spices Five magic spices to help improve your respiratory and digestive health Eating all the wholesome and healthy foods in the world is of little value if your body is not able to digest and absorb the nutrients in order to put them to good use. Therefore, we put together a list of top 5 healing spices to help improve both your respiratory and digestive health. Organic Digest Tone (Triphala Plus) Good health depends on strong, efficient digestion. Want to know how to use cardamom? Top 5 Healing Spices… 1. Ginger called ‘vishvabheshaja’ – “Universal Medicine” Ginger effectively works on digestive and respiratory systems and is therefore useful in managing cough, asthma, bronchitis, allergies and congestion. Ginger is also well known fo...
Masala “Spiced” Chai + Ayurvedic Tips For Winter
Masala “Spiced” Chai … Winter is a time when nature’s energy withdraws back unto herself as nature’s many expressions begin to slow down. According to Ayurveda, a person is a miniature reflection of nature and winter represents a time for much needed restoration. Even more reason to treat yourself to the warming qualities of delicious and yummy masala “spiced” chai. INGREDIENTS: – Ginger, 1 TSP finely shredded – Cardamom, 7 whole seeds – Clove, 1/2 whole clove – Cinnamon – Milk, 1.5 Cup – Sugar, 1 TSP – Orange Pekoe Tea, 2 TSP ~Winter Tips~ Generally, the food we eat during winter season should be warming, nourishing, and mildly spicy. Likewise, we should avoid cold food and flavors which are excessively sweet, sour, or salty as these are all considered “kapha pro...
Mars In Sagittarius: The Higher Self In Action
Mars in Sagittarius: The Higher Self in Action The fiery planet Mars can be understood as the force which provides support, strength and welfare in varying forms to all aspects of life and creation. Mars is known as Kuja in sanskrit which means the fair one, hinting at Mars passion towards fairness, honesty and truth. Mars: Action, Energy, and Support Mars is also referred to as Bhaumaya in sanskrit which notes Mars as being the son of the earth. Mars is also known as Mangalaya which translates as the auspicious one. Many astrologers consider Mars to be a malicious or malefic force, which basically means that it causes difficulty, negativity or challenges on the physical realm. Personally in my work as an astrologer I have observed and analyzed all the amazing value and benefit that Mars c...
Jupiter’s Transit in Virgo: Spiritual Perfection
Jupiter: The Guru Planet Jupiter is called Guru in Sanskrit, which means Teacher, and relates to Jupiter’s properties of wisdom, expansion, knowledge, and education. Jupiter is also known as Brihaspati, which translates to “The Lord of Prayers.” This relates to Jupiter’s energy which is associated with religion, spirituality, sacred scriptures, prayers, chants and ancient writings. There was a time in ancient Vedic mythology in which the Asuras, or demons, were attempting to weaken the devas, or gods, by consuming and obstructing all offerings before the gods could receive them. Jupiter, due to his infinite knowledge of ancient shastras, used a holy mantra against the demons which vanished them away from the space of the yagyas, or ritual offerings.The devas were a...
Making Health Happen: 5 Simple Steps To Accomplishing Your Health Goals
Making Health Happen There are ideals and there are realities when it comes to health. We almost all know how profoundly different our lives could be if we ate right, exercised regularly, and rested when required. But life happens. We have soaring, sparkling goals but our ability to follow-through can fall short – the realities of social gatherings, packed work schedules, and life-long less-than-ideal living habits make health a true hurdle. So the question stands, how do we make health happen without making ourselves inflexible or insane in the process? How do we find balance between holding ourselves accountable for necessary growth and transformation, and simultaneously allow space for spontaneity and enjoyment. Our reality is that what we set out to do isn’t always as easy to ac...