by vpk® by Maharishi Ayurveda Staff Writers on June 6, 2016 Garshana (pronounced gar-shan), often called “dry-brushing,” is Ayurvedic lymphatic massage that helps remove ama (digestive toxins). In Sanskrit, garshana means "friction by rubbing." Garshana massage is usually recommended for people with a Kapha imbalance or predominance — that is, slower metabolism — or with…
Coming out of kapha imbalance takes a lot of motivation, so we can lower our expectations a bit and make the task more feasible. Let’s just say you incorporate 5 out of the 10…that’s still a great start (really, I mean this)! 1. Don’t sleep past 7am. Once kapha dosha gets rich in the atmosphere,…
Have you ever wondered why people gain weight at different rates, walk at different speeds and are prone to different health problems? According to the ancient Indian healing system Ayurveda, the answer lies in your constitution type or Dosha. This beginner's guide will help you identify your Dosha, discover which elements govern you and learn…
Yoga and Ayurveda are sister sciences, both originating from the same ancient lineage. Although there are differences in theories and practice, they are intimately connected and very similar in many ways. What Type Of Yoga Should I Do? In Ayurveda we use yoga as a tool for balancing the doshas or 5 elements, the mind,…
Ugh, I hate winter. On the other hand, the snow is beautiful and I am cozy. Kitcheree is cooking on the stove… As we become more sensitive to the rhythms of nature, wherever we are, how does one maintain balance during extreme winter weather? When it’s less than accommodating outside, we may shut the door…
