Each season ushers in a unique set of qualities that can either balance or aggravate the inner workings of your being. Ayurveda teaches us that like increases like and that opposites balance. So, some people love the summer heat while others crave colder climates. Winter is cold, wet, cloudy and Read more
Autumn is predominantly a cool season when vata dosha dominates inside and outside our bodies. This time of transition sees many people succumbing to seasonal coughs, colds and flu. This study of the seasons is called ritucharya and is a major focus in Ayurveda (1). Modern research supports this view in Read more
Ayurvedic advice isn’t static but changes according to the time of year. As the days stay warm and bright, we can finally announce the arrival of summer. But, how can we stay cool and calm during the hot, dry summer environment? This is how Ayurveda can help with summer health. Read more
Why is caring for our five senses a KEY part of Ayurveda’s daily routine? We are constantly absorbing information via our senses. Ayurveda, the ancient ‘science of life’, understands that we can use sensory impressions to both maintain balance and treat health issues. The Ayurvedic sages understood that we’re intimately Read more