Ayurveda – A way of Life
Ashwagandha - The Miracle Herb Of Ayurveda
Ashwagandha is a highly used and important herb within Ayurveda. The name Ashwagandha means "smell of the horse" in Sanskrit, which refers to its distinct smell and its ability to enhance strength. Ashwagandha is also called Indian Ginseng…
The Beneficial Reality To Easy Weight-loss With Ghee
The Beneficial Reality To Easy Weight-loss With Ghee When trying to lose weight, most of us go the automatic route of cutting fat from our diets and the one first things to come off of our shopping lists are butter, oils and ghee. If this sounds…
Space to breathe
I recently spent 10 days at Indus Valley Ayurvedic Centre (IVAC) at the foot of the Chamundi Hills in Mysuru. This is one of India’s cleanest, greenest and coolest cities, the place of sandalwood, silk, and yoga schools. Despite recently…
Struggling with Badly Behaved Kids? - Part One
Kids can learn to self-discipline and teach siblings to do the same. I have an incredible friend called Vee, who has three amazingly well-behaved children. They put their toys away when she tells them to, go to bed without a fuss now, and…
The Dangers Of Sleep Deprivation.
In today's fast-paced world, we often push ourselves beyond the limits of our health to achieve goals, with our sleep being the thing we sacrifice most often. A good night's sleep is incredibly important for your health. In fact,…
The Benefits of Mediatiation
Meditation works for everyone who is willing to devote some time to practice. For a beginner, a successful meditation is simply one that leaves you feeling tranquil and rested. Mediation tools include Mantras, Candles and Mudras. Over…
The Miracle Mantra - Sa Ta Na Ma
Mantras are becoming ever more popular in Western cultures, where they have been introduced to our vocabulary and daily life mainly due to their associations with Yoga and Meditation. The Definition Of Mantras But exactly what…
Ayurveda, Herbs and Conventinal Medicines.
In the science of Ayurveda, more than 5000 herbs are used for the treatments of various ailments. Herbs play an integral role in Ayurveda, being used in both internal and external therapies. Some of these are especially versatile and well-matched…