Indigestion is the root cause of all diseases. A healthy pitta associated with the jatharagni - the digestive fire, and quality of what you eat, when you eat and how you eat, all these contribute toward a healthy digestion.Signs that show you have a poor digestion: - You feel discomfort...
Raksha Bandhan is a festival that celebrates the strong bond between brothers and sisters. But with the ongoing lockdown, it may get difficult for family members to meet one another and celebrate Rakhi with their loved ones. One of the best ways to put a smile on your sibling’s face...
Ayurveda has long emphasised on our daily diet - Ahar, and food - Anna for a long and healthy life. What you eat, how you eat, and when you eat have an equal share of importance when it comes to practicing an Ayurvedic life. More than categorizing any food item...
Stress has been recognized as the major cause of several lifestyle related disorders. A perfect balance of food and sleep gives your body the right amount of energy to process and the right amount of rest to restore and re-energize. There are several herbal formulations too, which can help in...
Known as the national beverage of India, a cup of tea is what we like to start and end our day with. Tea is more than just a refreshing beverage. From boosting immunity and calming the mind to soothing the throat & stomach and freshening the mouth, the benefits of...
Ever heard the phrase, “I had a gut feeling?” Our gut affects more than just our digestive system. It has a direct impact on our mood, energy levels, immunity, skin, hair and nails. No wonder then that’s it’s known as the second brain. Looking for ways to improve your gut...
Every individual has a unique body constitution that comprises of a combination of the three doshas (also known as bioentities or forces that run through the body including Vata, Kapha and Pitta). The body constitution or ‘Prakriti’ of a person plays a key role in understanding his/her health and its...
Best Wedding Gifts for the Healthy Couple!When we think of winter weddings, we imagine a nip in the air, marigold and rose flowers, and a special time to connect with family & friends. And if you’re lucky enough and you’re being wedded in the hills, snow-flakes add the icing on...
We Indians can’t dream of beginning our days without a ‘slurp’ of tea. And, after all these centuries of chai, we get to hear “stop drinking tea with milk, it’s bad for health”!Drinking milk tea is bad for health is a big myth. Here’s why : Myth#1 : Drinking milk tea...
Obesity may be defined as an uncurbed accumulation of fat in the body which may impact negatively on one’s health. Obesity is either hereditary in nature or is caused due to disorders pertaining to the endocrine system, medications, poor lifestyle or as a result of poor mental health. Ayurveda has...
Mulberry (Shahtoot) leaves - the beloved food of silkworms, have been used in ancient Indian and Traditional Chinese medicine since time immemorial in making mulberry leaf tea. Health benefits of mulberry infusion:Mulberry leaf tea has powerful antioxidant properties. Drinking this tea helps inhibit inflammatory agents in the body. The antioxidants...
Celebrate the valentine’s week with the numerous benefits of red roses in a refreshing cup of tea:Harmonizes tridoshasRose is cooling, yet it enhances agni, the digestive fire. This unique quality of rose tea helps in balancing vata, pitta and kapha doshas in the body.Purifies your bodyVitamin C in rose petals...
The dawn of winters brings in its wake greater chances of catching a cold, cough, fever or flu. A good way to protect yourself is a steaming cup of delicious adrak wali chai.Cold, cough and feverBy inducing sweat during a fever, ginger helps expel toxins from your body, and calms...
Diwali or Deepawali - The festival of lights that gets its name from the tradition of lighting diyas (deepa) in a row (avali) outside our homes to signify the inner light that spiritually empowers us, is one of happiness and of celebrating the victory of good over evil. The beauty...
Scientific research is now proving that tea can help you look beautiful. Not only is Tea effective in a variety of health conditions owing to Polyphenols which are the antioxidants present in tea, it also has a good effect on the skin, because of its anti-inflammatory, antiviral and anti-bacterial qualities....
