Ayurveda can help you to combat COVID-19
The outbreak of the Corona virus (COVID-19) is affecting the whole world and people across the globe are in a state of panic. Nobody in our lifetime has ever experienced such a pandemic and we are feeling anxious about how little we know about the nature of this virus. We are being subjected to a lot of misinformation, but to the best of our knowledge, there is currently no cure or vaccine for Covid-19, and no one can yet guarantee when these will become available. In the face of much misleading information, it is important for all of us to
Who can have daytime sleep?
Sleep is described as one of the three pillars of life and good health in Ayurveda. The quantity and quality of our sleep make a significant impact on our overall energy level and mood. With respect to sleep, Ayurveda does not advise sleeping during the day. Charaka Samhita, an important text written in 2nd century, clearly refers to recommendations around sleeping during day—who can enjoy daytime sleep, who should avoid daytime sleep, and how it affects your life and health. Let’s discuss the Ayurvedic perspective of daytime sleep. Who can have daytime sleep? All of the following people or activities
How to make Ayurvedic Buttermilk?
Ayurvedic buttermilk is quite different from the buttermilk you find in the supermarket. Interestingly, Ayurvedic buttermilk is simply diluted, natural yogurt with herbs and spices. This is very easy to make at home, and enjoy its numerous health benefits. Buttermilk is called Takra in Ayurveda. This recipe has been used over the centuries to restore the digestive system and act as a natural probiotic. Benefits of Ayurvedic buttermilk Easy to digest, it has astringent and sour tastes which mitigate Kapha and Vata. It is used for the treatment of inflammation, digestive disorders, lack of appetite, spleen and liver problems
Why steam therapy after ayurvedic massage?
You may have seen—or even experienced—the wooden steam chamber at our Ayurveda wellness clinic in Maroochydore. Often recommended after an Ayurvedic oil massage or as part of a Panchakarma detox program, the Ayurvedic herbal steam bath (Swedana) is a powerful healing therapy with multiple benefits. But what exactly is this therapy, and why is it such an important part of Ayurveda? What Is an Ayurvedic Herbal Steam Bath? An Ayurvedic steam bath, or Swedana, involves sitting in a wooden box filled with herbal-infused steam, with your head kept outside. This crucial detail follows a traditional Ayurvedic guideline—the head, where the
What should you know about Triphala powder?
Triphala powder is one of the most time-honored and versatile herbal formulas in Ayurveda. Although it may be new to some, it has been a cornerstone of Ayurvedic medicine for over 5,000 years. Referenced extensively in ancient Ayurvedic texts, Triphala is revered for its holistic health benefits, balancing properties, and rejuvenating effects on the body. What Is Triphala Powder? The word Triphala means “three fruits” in Sanskrit, referring to its composition: Amalaki (Emblica officinalis) – Also known as Indian gooseberry Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica) Haritaki (Terminalia chebula) Together, these three fruits form a synergistic formula that nourishes, detoxifies, and balances all