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Discover your Dosha

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

How to Find a Good Alternative Medicine Practitioner

Posted by Margaret in News 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

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 [...]


  • Featured Pose

    Navasana Pose

  • NAVASANA

    Type of pose: Seated

    Benefits: Builds abdominal and core strength

    Instructions:

    1. From a seated position, bring the legs straight up to a 45 degree angle.

    2. The torso will naturally fall back, but do not let the spine collapse. Make a "V" shape with the body.

    3. Bring the arms out straight in line with the shoulders.

    4. Balance on the sit bones.

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