Most people who lose weight gain it back within a few years – with many regaining even more than they lost. What they may not know is that there may be a number of factors triggering their weight-gain that are beyond their ability to control. We’ll go over some of these factors and give you…

Ayurveda often connects joint pain to Vata dosha. While other factors contribute to the development of arthritis and joint pain, an imbalance in Vata dosha is almost always involved. For this reason, one of the most important Ayurvedic recommendations for those who are dealing with arthritis is regularity in one’s daily routine: eating at the…

Here’s the simplest step to improve health: Drink hot water throughout the day. Ayurveda considers the removal of toxins and impurities from the body — and the prevention of their build-up in the first place — to be a key element in staying healthy. Sipping hot water can reduce impurities; Ayurveda refers to impurities as…

The holiday season is over and so is the parade of celebrations and get-togethers with their enticing treats. How many New Year’s Resolutions lists have “Weight loss” (or “Improve diet” or “Cut out sugar and carbs”) near the top? Luckily for the diet-inclined, the ancient science of Ayurveda offers some simple tips that can help…

Ayurveda has several recommendations for improving your overall health by prioritizing your bedtime. While Ayurvedic sleep wisdom is often briefly discussed, we believe that a comprehensive understanding can unlock profound benefits for your overall well-being. Here are four aspects of Ayurvedic sleep wisdom that can help you achieve a healthy mind and body. Set a…

Driving through your neighborhood these days, you may notice people preparing their homes and yards for winter. This alertness to preparing for the change of seasons also needs to extend to our own physiologies. As we head into the fall season, it is very important to start taking measures to pacify Vata dosha. Vata controls…

November is the time of year when many are beginning to make travel plans, whether it is for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s, or simply planning a January escape from snow and cold weather. Traveling during the late fall and winter has its challenges. When we travel at any time of the year, Vata dosha can…