Feb 23, 2020 | Ayurvedic Diet
I often get quizzical looks when I start an introductory lecture on Ayurveda with the comment that “the three doshas are not body types.” Vata, Pitta and Kapha are certainly foundational to every aspect of Ayurvedic theory and practice and understanding...
Feb 7, 2014 | Ayurveda and the Mind, Spiritual Topics
Life undoubtedly will present us with many challenges, but it seems that over time, we learn to accept things. The resiliency of spirit somehow gives us the ability to accept almost anything, in time. When we make an effort to show up everyday to practice meditation,...
Oct 9, 2013 | Ayurvedic Herbs, Bodily systems, Herbal Treatments, Home Remedies, Western Herbs
Elderberry Sambucus nigra Part used: berries, flowers Effect on Dosha: VPK= Taste: berry-sweet, sour, bitter/flower-slightly bitter, pungent Energy: berry-neutral to cooling/ flower-cooling Post Digestive Effect: berries-sweet/flowers-pungent Tissues: plasma, blood,...
