Healing Foods
Posted by Margaret in Nutrition on 16. Aug, 2010 | 0 Comments
According to Ayurveda, food can enliven, stimulate and rejuvenate!
Lemons are both purifying and nourishing, and they stimulate digestion. I like to start my day with a glass of room temperature water and the juice of a lemon to reduce toxins.
Almonds are nourishing and life-supporting. A handful of raw almonds daily can increase strength and energy.
Mung [...]
Discover your Dosha
Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 27. Jan, 2010 | 0 Comments
Ayurveda is the “science or knowledge of life.” It dates back 5,000 years to the ancient Sanskrit texts, the Vedas. Ayurveda is a system of healing and energy management that takes into consideration physical constitution, emotional nature and spiritual outlook. According to this philosophy, universal life force manifests as three different energies, or doshas.
The [...]
How to Find a Good Alternative Medicine Practitioner
Posted by Margaret in Yoga on 11. Nov, 2009 | 0 Comments
Whether you’re getting a deep-tissue massage or trying acupuncture for the first time, picking the right alternative medicine professional is important to your health.
Here are tips to help you choose wisely:
Ask for referrals from your doctor, local hospital, or medical school.
Get a recommendation from a professional organization for the type of practitioner you are looking [...]
The Season for Cooked Veggies
Posted by Margaret in Nutrition on 31. Oct, 2009 | 1 Comment
As the days get cooler, it’s time to nourish your body with warm, cooked veggies. It’s the season of kale, squash and holiday spices. So give the raw, light salads a break and go for something warm and hearty instead. I love cold salads, but this week I decided to make a cooked kale salad [...]
