by Val Brown, 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher and vpk® by Maharishi Ayurveda on April 6, 2016 The practices of ayurveda and yoga honor the connection between our mind and body — and more specifically, the connection between our brain and gut. Ancient ayurvedic texts tell us, "Rog sarve api mande’anau." Translated from Sanskrit this means,…
Each day of proper care after giving birth, corresponds to a year of health and vitality in a woman’s life. This wisdom originates from the great vaidyas of ancient Ayurvedic medicine, and the women who took care of one another, passing practices mother to daughter for hundreds of years. In many of the world’s cultures…
Living a healthy lifestyle is right in line with the practice of Ayurveda. However, there may be habits that seem healthy, but are actually harmful. If you notice imbalance starting to form in your lives, take a step back and look at your routines. Shifts in your habits and routines, over time, can begin to realign…
By Dr. Virender Sodhi, ND and Dr. Anup Mulakaluri, ND. The immune system is one of the most important indicators of vitality of an individual. The immune system represents the capacity of an individual to defend their health against physical, emotional, and environmental challenges. The vitality of an individual is represented through various indicators of…
Milk has come under scrutiny for many reasons. Milk is known for its indigestibility and for causing inflammation. It is listed as a top 10 food allergen. It's also the source of digestive stress, cramping, painful bloating, gas, and diarrhea for many worldwide. According to the US National Institutes of Health "approximately 65 percent of…
The physiology of a human is governed by three doshas, Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Dosha literary means 'to cause harm' and only do so when they are functioning abnormally. When functioning normally, they maintain good health and guide the normal processes of the body. Each dosha is comprised of the five elements of nature, ether,…
Triphala is one of the most famous herbal formulations in Ayurveda. Triphala literally means “three fruits.” The three fruits are Haritaki, Amalaki and Bibhitaki. Each fruit is very powerful individually; however, together they are a synergistic healing powerhouse. Triphala is also a Rasayana, the most highly refined and powerful herbal and fruit combination in Ayurveda,…
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Upon feelings of fatigue, it has become our natural response to reach for an energy drink, dark chocolate square or comfort food. The result, however wonderful, is short-lived. Energy boosters will stimulate surges of energy, but deeply exhaust the body in the process. Sadly, each time the energy goes up as a result of a…
Perhaps the most important requirement in a facial mask is that there are no chemicals or preservatives. Think about it: the last thing you want in your mask are chemicals that are going to sit on your skin for a long time, right? Secondly, you want to make sure the mask is not just a…
