Articles About Ayurveda


  • The Healing Power of Ayurvedic Self-Massage
    The Healing Power of Ayurvedic Self-Massage

    Author Neelam Toprani

    According to Ayurveda, the holistic tradition from India, Abhyanga or Ayurvedic massage is an integral part of the daily routine recommended for overall health and well being. It is a unique technique in which comparatively large amounts of medicated oils are applied to the body. Such massage helps to remove the accumulated stress and toxins in the mind and body, increases circulation to the nerve endings and promotes increased stamina throughout the day. It increases mental alertness, tones muscles and lubricates the joints.
  • The Healing Power of Ayurvedic Self-Massage
    The Healing Power of Ayurvedic Self-Massage

    Author Neelam Toprani

    According to Ayurveda, the holistic tradition from India, Abhyanga or Ayurvedic massage is an integral part of the daily routine recommended for overall health and well being. It is a unique technique in which comparatively large amounts of medicated oils are applied to the body. Such massage helps to remove the accumulated stress and toxins in the mind and body, increases circulation to the nerve endings and promotes increased stamina throughout the day. It increases mental alertness, tones muscles and lubricates the joints.
  • An Ayurvedic Superfood To Live For
    An Ayurvedic Superfood To Live For

    Author Glynnis Osher and Madhuri Phillips

    Today there are so many “health foods” and “superfoods” marketed towards health conscious people, yogis, and athletes that it can be confusing to know what maca, goji, chia-seed, gluten-free, raw cacao, antioxidant rich, dairy-free, organic food to choose from when you peruse the aisles of your favourite health food store. What is great about Ayurveda is that it is simple, has stood the test of time (over 5000 years), and is founded on basic principles that can be applied to everyone no matter what age and stage of life.
  • 6 Uses for Castor Oil
    6 Uses for Castor Oil

    Author Talia Marcheggiani

    Castor oil is one of the best kept secrets in the world of natural health.  Taken from the bean of the castor plant, this oil is rich in ricinoleic acid, which exerts powerful therapeutic effects.
  • 10 Ayurvedic Tips to Boost Your Immunity
    10 Ayurvedic Tips to Boost Your Immunity

    Author Glynnis Osher and Madhuri Phillips

    You know when you feel on the edge of good health, where you are getting by okay, but not feeling completely vibrant and not thriving the way you believe you can? You may be experiencing chronic low immunity. What keeps the immune system strong may be a mystery to you if you eat right, rest well, and keep a regular yoga practice and yet still feel blah. True vitality from an Ayurvedic perspective says that the health of the seven tissue layers or dhatus which make up the human body are responsible for the state of our immunity. These tissue layers are Rasa (lymph), Rakta (blood), Mamsa (muscle), Medha (fat), Asthi (bone), Majja (bone marrow) and Shukra (semen/reproductive tissue). Each layer respectively feeds the next eventually determining our immunity. The final essence of building these seven tissues is called ojas.
  • Make Peace with Time
    Make Peace with Time

    Author Andrea Marcum

    Tell me if this sounds familiar. Everybody’s already in utkatasana, like an audience seated in invisible chairs, and in rushes the star of the Late Show… again. Oblivious, Late Show Star parades through the B series in progress, grabs a block and strap and snaps their mat down… Meanwhile you sun-salute nearby, seething with time-management righteousness.
  • Get Real on Getting Healthy
    Get Real on Getting Healthy

    Author Lilamaya (Liliana Galvis)

    The reality depends on fully understanding your own nature. We all have at one time or another in our lives battled with weight issues, having either too much to lose or have troubled keeping it on. Do not underestimate the later scenario as it is just as frustrating and challenging as the first - believe it or not.