Benefits of Natural Ayurvedic Body Care

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Nourish Your Hair Naturally: The Power of Ayurvedic Herbs

Ayurveda's Herbal Powerhouses for Hair Health Ayurveda, the ancient Indian system of medicine, offers natural solutions for hair and scalp health. Four key herbs stand out for their hair-nourishing properties: Bhringraj: Often called the "King of Herbs," Bhringraj soothes the scalp, stimulates hair growth, and adds shine. Amla: Rich in Vitamin C, Amla strengthens hair follicles, prevents premature graying, and nourishes the scalp. Licorice: This gentle herb soothes inflammation, reduces dandruff, and promotes hair growth. Rosemary: Known for its invigorating aroma, Rosemary stimulates blood circulation to the scalp, strengthens hair follicles, and adds shine. To incorporate these herbs into your routine, consider using herbal hair oils, hair packs, or Ayurvedic shampoos and conditioners. Prakriti Sattva's Rosemary Amla hair oil and Hair Mask offer a convenient way to harness the power of these Ayurvedic herbs.

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Recipe : Baked Pears with Nuts, Spices and Cultured Ghee

This cozy and comforting dessert is perfect for grounding Vata during the cold, dry winter months. 

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Beat the Heat Naturally: Cooling Ingredients for Summer

By incorporating the Ayurvedic and natural cooling ingredients into your routine, you can beat the summer heat and stay comfortable all season long.

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Waking Up Your Skin with Natural Scrubs and Cleansing Powders in Kapha Season

Kapha Season: Cold, wet weather leads to sluggishness, congestion, and dead skin buildup. Ayurveda recommends invigorating practices like natural scrubs and cleansing powders.

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Teenage Acne: Unmasking the Ayurvedic Causes and Remedies

Teenage acne woes? Ayurveda offers a natural solution! This ancient system blames imbalanced "doshas" for breakouts. Learn how fiery Pitta, sluggish Kapha, and erratic Vata contribute to acne. Balance them with: Diet: Eat cooling foods (cucumber), ditch dairy & sugar (Kapha), & enjoy warm meals (Vata). Herbal heroes: Neem fights bacteria, turmeric reduces inflammation, Amla detoxifies, and Triphala aids digestion. Lifestyle rituals: Self-massage (Abhyanga) boosts circulation, yoga & meditation manage stress, and sleep aids detoxification. Remember, consult an Ayurvedic practitioner for a personalized plan and safe herbal use. Embrace self-love and enjoy the journey to radiant skin!

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Ayurvedic Home Remedies for Common Winter Health Complaints

Winter brings with it not just cozy holidays and festive cheer, but also a higher susceptibility to certain health issues. Here are some of the most common health complaints during the winter season.

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Warm Up Your Winter Wellness with Abhyanga: Embracing Ayurveda's Self-Massage Ritual

As the crisp air settles in and days grow shorter, our bodies and minds naturally adjust to the rhythm of winter. In Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of health, this season corresponds to the rise of Vata dosha, the energy of air and space. Vata governs movement, lightness, and dryness, and when imbalanced, can manifest as anxiety, stiffness, and dry skin – common winter woes! But fear not, Ayurveda offers a simple yet powerful tool to combat Vata's excesses and embrace the cozy season: Abhyanga, the practice of self-massage with warm oil.

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Save Your Skin from Cracking, Peeling and Dryness - The Magic of Lotion Bars

Lotion bars are a great alternative to liquid lotions, offering unique benefits in terms of convenience, sustainability, and skin-nourishing properties. Key points: Made with natural butters, oils, and Ayurvedic herbs, they deeply hydrate and soothe the skin. Effective for dry hands, post-shower hydration, and targeted relief for rough spots. Sustainable packaging that reduces plastic waste and environmental impact. Mess-free application for precise and controlled use. Travel-friendly due to solid form and TSA-compliant nature. Versatile for shaving, massage, cuticle care, and even lip balm. Conclusion: Lotion bars are a superior choice for skincare, offering convenience, eco-friendliness, and a nourishing blend of ingredients for healthy, hydrated skin.

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Ayurvedic Herbs and Formulations for Immunity

Winter is a time when our immune system is vulnerable. Ayurveda offers natural remedies to boost immunity and keep us healthy during the winter months. Some of the best Ayurvedic and other natural herbs and formulations for winter immunity include Amla, honey, turmeric, chyawanprash and more.

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Recipe: Ayurvedic Golden Turmeric Milk

Golden milk, a traditional Indian Ayurvedic drink, is known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It includes milk, turmeric, ginger, black pepper, and a sweetener. It can be customized with other herbs as needed. See recipe.

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Ayurvedic Skin and Hair Care for Winter's Cold weather | Vata Season

This blog post dives deep into the secrets of Ayurvedic winter self-care. You'll discover: The impact of Vata dosha: Understand how this air and space energy, naturally predominant in winter, can affect your skin and hair. The magic of Abhyanga: Learn about this transformative self-massage ritual with warm oil, its benefits for nourishing skin, increasing circulation, and calming the nervous system. Herbal heroes: Explore powerful Ayurvedic herbs like neem, amla, and bhringraj, and their potent properties for combating dryness, promoting hair growth, and enhancing scalp health. Warmth from within: Discover delicious and warming foods and beverages recommended in Ayurveda to keep your body nourished and balanced throughout the season. DIY hair masks: Get your hands dirty with easy-to-prepare, all-natural hair masks made with simple kitchen ingredients, perfect for restoring moisture and shine to your winter hair. By incorporating these Ayurvedic tips and rituals into your routine, you can say goodbye to the winter blues and welcome a season of glowing skin, strong hair, and inner peace.

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Ayurvedic Diet and Lifestyle for the Winter's Cold weather | Vata Season

Embrace fall and early winter with Ayurveda! Discover a Vata-pacifying diet and lifestyle plan brimming with nourishing foods, warming rituals, and grounding practices to keep you balanced, energized, and radiant during the season of air and space.

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Ghritam - Ayurvedic Ghee and its benefits

"Ghritam" or "Ghee" is a type of clarified cultured butter that has been used for centuries in traditional Indian medicine (Ayurveda) and cooking. It is one of the four types of fats with medicinal healing qualities that are mentioned in the Ayurvedic texts. It is believed to offer several health benefits, both when consumed internally and when applied externally.

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Ayurvedic Skin and Hair Care for Summer's Hot weather | Pitta Season

As per Ayurveda, the health of the skin is determined by the quality of the “Rasa” or nourishment of the body. Following a Pitta Dosha pacifying  Diet and Lifestyle for Summer is as important as external Skin and Hair care. 

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What is the Healthiest Dairy Milk to Consume - According to Ayurveda, for the Modern Times

Is Dairy good for you? Is some dairy better than others? Find out in this blog post.

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Recipe: Healthy Easy Baked Oats and Apple Cobbler

A healthy baked food recipe with whole grains, apples and a touch of cinnamon to keep the Agni strong. Easy to make, healthy Baked Oats and Apple cobbler is a favorite of kids and adults alike! It can be had as a snack with herbal tea or as a dessert.

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The Power of Ayurveda: A Holistic Approach to Wellness

What is Ayurveda? Understanding the three doshas, Panchamahabhutas and Trigunas

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Recipe: Herbal Teas for the Winter Season | Vata Season

The Vata Season | Fall and Winter Season When Winter is in full swing, drop in temperature, low humidity, and more time spent indoors with drying heat from the furnace start to show effects on our bodies both inside and out. The body starts to feels dry and dehydrated, and we know it's time to start adding in extra hydration to our routines. To remain hydrated, we need to follow a seasonal routine, known as Ritucharya in Ayurveda. Based on our Ayurvedic Body Constitution known as Prakriti, age and location, following a customized seasonal routine is beneficial in maintaining the balance in the body.  Ritucharya during winter includes, but is not limited to, hydrating inside and out with warm and unctuous foods. We all know that sipping on warm water throughout the day is a great way to hydrate, but can get monotonous and boring sometimes and might call for some change in flavor. Herbal teas are a great option to keep our bodies warm and hydrated during the winter. Herbal teas are not teas if you ask someone who likes to drink black tea or green tea - which contain caffeine and give a temporary boost in mood and energy. Herbal teas are decoctions  and infusions of herbs and spices, also known as Kashayam in Ayurveda. Decoctions are prepared by mixing herbs and spices in water and boiling down the water to a concentrated liquid. Infusions are letting the herbs and spices steep in hot water for about 15 minutes. Herbs for Vata Season | Winter Season The below Herbal tea recipes are a few of the ways in which you can not only add flavor to the regular water but also ingest the beneficial Sattva / essence of the herbs and spices. According to Ayurveda, each herb and spice has its own unique quality which aids in supporting and healing of the body. The herbs used are various parts of plants such as roots, stem, leaves, flowers, fruit and seed. They can be used fresh or in dried form when the fresh herbs are not available. The dried herbs are also milder in potency than the fresh herbs. Some of the great herbs to use as herbal teas in winter are Rosemary, Oregano, Sage, Peppermint, Ginger, Turmeric, Black Pepper, Tulsi / Holy Basil, Ashwagandha, Lemon Balm, Lemongrass, Cinnamon, Cloves, Rooibos. Soothe a congestion, cold - herbal tea: This kapha reducing tea helps remove the excess kapha as it kindles the Agni / Digestive fire. It is soothing as well as invigorating and ideal for this season. This tea is also great if there is congestion and mucus in the nose and throat. The herbs used in this tea are Ginger - helps reduce phlegm, improves digestion; Turmeric - know to be anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant; Black Pepper - helps reduce phlegm; Tulsi / Holy Basil - supports immunity, nervine; Lemon - supports immunity, helps reduce phlegm; Honey - helps soothe the throat, reduces phlegm, supports in fighting infections. Ingredients: 1 teaspoon Ginger, fresh grated or dry powder 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric, dry powder or 1/2 inch fresh sliced  1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper, crushed 1 teaspoon Tulsi/Holy Basil leaves, dried crushed or 5 fresh leaves 1 1/2 cups water 1/4 lemon Honey to taste Method: In a pot, add Ginger, Turmeric, Black pepper, Tulsi. Add the water and bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes. Strain to a cup. Squeeze the lemon juice. Add honey to taste and mix well. Calming Tulsi-Ashwagandha herbal tea: The cold, dry Winter season causes an increase in Vata Dosha in the body. Vata Dosha may trigger Anxiety in some people who may have a Vata imbalance (Vikriti) in their body. Herbs used in this tea are: Tulsi / Holy Basil : According to Ayurveda, Tulsi / Holy Basil is an Adaptogen which is known to calm the mind, relieve anxiety, and help relieve stress. It also helps in getting a good night's rest. It is good for Vata in digestive system. It is said to increase Prana  (life force) in the body. Ashwagandha : This is another of the Ayurvedic herbs which is an adaptogen, and has a warming and energizing effect on the body. Thus it is suitable in a Vata imbalance which can happen during the cold, dry months of Winter.  It is also a stress reliever and good for calming down and relaxing. As mentioned, Tulsi - Ashwagandha herbal tea is a great de-stressing and relaxing tea. It can be taken at any time of the day but is useful especially for a good night's sleep. Quality sleep time is essential for a healthy body and mind. It may also support immunity, which is much needed during the Winter months of the Vata Season. Drinking this tea before bedtime, along with cow's milk (if not lactose intolerant), aids in good sleep. If dairy is not an option, cow's milk can be substituted with almond milk or coconut milk. Milk can also be skipped and water can be used instead. Ingredients: 1 teaspoon Tulsi / Holy Basil, dried crushed or 5 fresh Tulsi leaves  1/4 teaspoon Ashwagandha powder 1/2 teaspoon rock sugar or Jaggery or Coconut Sugar (optional) 1 cup water 1/4 cup milk of choice (optional), warmed Method: In a pot, add the Tulsi, Ashwagandha and water. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 15 minutes. Strain into a cup.  Add warm milk of choice (optional) and sweetener of choice. Stir and enjoy.  Spicy Rooibos Chai Tea: This is a great substitute for the Indian spiced Chai Tea. The Rooibos in this tea gives it the color similar to black tea, but without the caffeine. Rooibos is also known to be a great anti-oxidant. Spices added to the Rooibos infusion gives it the flavor of Indian spiced Chai. The warming spices also add to the benefit of having a warm cup of tea during Winter. It goes well with snacks on the side for a cold evening. Dairy in this recipe may be substituted with a non-dairy milk of your choice to make it vegan.. Ingredients: 1 teaspoon loose leaf Rooibos  1/4 teaspoon dry Ginger powder  1/4 teaspoon Cardamom, ground  1/4 teaspoon Cloves, ground  1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon, ground (optional) 3/4 cup water 1/4 cup milk of choice 1 teaspoon sweetener (Jaggery/rock sugar/coconut sugar/honey) Method: In a pot, add the Rooibos, Ginger powder, Cardamom powder, Cloves and water. Bring to a boil and then simmer for 15 minutes. Add in the milk of choice and let it come to a boil. Make sure it doesn't boil over and spill. Turn off the flame and remove the pot from the stove so that it doesn't boil over. Strain into a cup and add the sweetener of choice. Enjoy it warm.  If you would like personalized Ayurvedic diet and lifestyle suggestions, contact us or sign up for a consultation.  Please note: This post is not medically qualified. This post is written by an Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner. If you have even the slightest doubt about any of these herbal teas and/or their ingredients, please consult with your doctor about them before using them. Please read the Disclaimer for more information.