Have you ever used a face cream which just soaks in within minutes, without leaving a film of greasiness? Did you get a deep hydrating feeling that stayed with you all day? Let me introduce you to a traditional Ayurvedic remedy called shata-dhauta-ghrita or ‘100 times washed ghee’. Washed ghee is made by placing ghee…
There is a refreshing quality to the air these days, a longer slant to the afternoon light as the sun quickens the day’s end. There's a quiet tranquility in town as children start back to school. All of it makes me want to root, roast, and bake. Since starting back to school means going off to college for my son,…
Living a healthy balanced lifestyle includes pleasure. The pleasure of enjoying a tasty meal, the fragrance of flowers, the beauty of a sunset and the sensual sensations and pleasures of touch. Pleasure increases your physical and emotional wellbeing and in Ayurvedic terms, your ojas. “It is the Ojas which keeps all the living beings refreshed…
Ama, the toxic waste-product of inefficient digestion, can accumulate at any time of the year. Experiencing ama during the holidays is not uncommon. At this time of year we’re particularly susceptible to it. The bounty of festive meals and lots of sweets tempts us to overeat and eat at irregular times, and these are all…
From the wonderful summertime bounty of fresh vegetables and herbs, here is an Ayurvedic pasta recipe that's nearly tri-doshic (good for all doshas). The combination of ingredients in this Ayurvedic pasta recipe nourishes and balances Pitta and equally balances Kapha. Because of the oil, it could also be considered within range for Vata. Mince the mint…
Have you experienced waking early to greet the sun as it begins the day, or the feeling of enveloping stillness watching a sunset? These simple moments powerfully remind us of our truly deep connection with nature. Dinacharya, daily routine, is what we do each day to remember this connection. Going for walks, consistent meal times…
By SAMA founder Karyn Chabot, DAy, MA, LMT This ancient Ayurvedic recipe from India is a mixture of basmati rice, mung dal (a legume), ghee (clarified butter), and mouth watering Indian spices. The ingredients can easily be found at any health food store. Kitchadi is often called ‘Food of the Gods’, ‘Food that creates space…
At home in her kitchen and one with her ingredients, Myra Lewin is like a modern day 'Julia Child' of the natural Ayurvedic kitchen. She's informative, sweet and mindful. Watch as she carefully and lovingly crafts two pounds of ghee. Myra Lewin has consulted, studied, and taught Ayurveda, yoga, nutrition, meditation, and subtle energy management since the late…
