The quiet solitude of January makes it a perfect month for deep thought, rest, and contemplation. The dark, introspective winter seems to bury all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, bringing the previous year to a complete rest. As the ea
Introduction Diet is the foundation of overall health in Ayurveda. What you eat affects every system, organ, tissue, and cell in the body. When you eat a diet that is right for you, and you digest it efficiently, you build strong
Introduction By the time January rolls around, it starts to feel like the cold will never end. The incessant chill and dark evenings dampen your spirits and leave you longing the warmth of the spring sun. As the weather drives you
A poor diet is a diet 1) high in refined foods & empty carbs (sugar, corn syrup, white bread, potatoes, etc), processed foods (TV dinners, canned foods), Fried foods, 2) Low in vegetables and fire, or 3) High alcohol, caffeine, or other substance abuse.
Your diet is the 'religion' of your body. It's what your body believes will help it survive. In many ways, because of deep subconscious patterns, it's easier to change your religion than to change your diet. Medical studies show that 90% of people w
A diet low in fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharifes and polyols
An elimination diet is one where you eat 2-3 safety foods for several days, for example chicken soup with sweet potatoes.
Put the spring back in your step with this light yet satisfying soup. Cooked cabbage is not only gentle and sweet, it is a cleansing and delicious addition to any diet. After celebrations, social events, and "living it up" sometimes you just want to live
A high fiber diet lowers cholesterol and improves bowel elimination.
Find out the foods you are allergic to by following an elimination diet, avoiding all allergens. Specifically, avoid wheat, dairy, soy, corn, shellfish, eggs,...
Solid foods can irritate a very inflamed digestive tract, such as a flareup of Crohn's disease, or the stomach flu.
Your Body in Winter Early winter starts in late November and lasts through mid January. As the days grow shorter, they grow colder as well. As your body prepares for the drop in temperatures, you find yourself craving heavier foods
Kitchari is a spiced lentil and rice dish that is the perfect digestive "reset" button, also used for recovery after illness. It is high in fiber, laxative, cleansing, and satisfying. Kitchari is a light bean and rice dish that is the perfect digestive...
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What's My Body Type? If diet is wrong, medicine is of no use. If diet is correct, medicine is o
Early Summer - Mid-May to Mid-July Hot, humid weather destroys the appetite and aggravates Pitta-Kapha rashes, irritabilit
Fourth of July fireworks initiate the celebratory feeling that runs throughout July. The fun of backyard barbecues, playful picnics, the excitement of summer vacation, and the thrill of road trips make this a month to look forward to. July is a time to re
The foods you loved as a child can teach you how to make healthy choices for your constitution. Adult food preferences are influenced by culture, media, and nutritional science. Sometimes, this influence reaches a point where you become confused about wha
February in Your Body As soon as temperatures bottom out and begin to rise in late January, your body shifts its strategy from building insulating fats to releasing them. The body releases fat for the same reason a dog sheds their
Life comes to full bloom in May just in time for Mother's Day. A tree in flower fills the air with a sweet perfume. Bright yellow and pink flowers seem to capture the very essence of new life. The entire atmosphere of May is buzzing and alive with the sou
Kapha loves comfort and the good life. They love sweets and satisfying comfort foods like mashed potatoes. Some Kaphas love the creamy texture of pudding and ice cream, others love
Break out the flip flops and tank tops! Summer is officially here. As the weather heats up and the sun shines ever brighter, summer festivities beckon constant fun. Gardens flourish, humidity rises, bugs abound and children are excited to be at play.
September evenings are full of stillness and the sound of crickets in the dry grass. Vegetation becomes sparse. Garden stems are leggy. Even the midday sun seems a bit darker. Evening coolness reminds us that although we wish summer could last forever, al
November brings our hearts back home. The smell of turkey, the comfort of warm mashed potatoes with gravy, and gratitude for the harvest celebrated on Thanksgiving make food the centerpiece of November. Breaking bread, food, and togetherness are venerated
Clear blue skies in August seem timeless and carefree, yet this month is a critical month to prepare your body for fall. The season seems to change with an August thunderstorm, rain and wind that is fantastic and quick. The storm is abruptly followed by a
Sunlight is steadily returning. A warm day or two could leave congestion and upper respiratory conditions in its wake. In the Spring, it's the warm days that make you sick. After fighting the cold all winter long, your body is unprepared for the sudden ri
Autumn is a Vata season characterized by degeneration, the ending of things. By the end of October, there's no turning
Have you caught 'Spring Fever'? By April spring fever is in full swing. You may have been hibernating indoors throughout March to avoid the tumultuous weather, but by the time April rolls around, the great outdoors is calling. Children stare lon
Cooking in the winter is a delight. As you stand by the warm stove, its heat and aromas will fill your house. The winter chill is softened by this warmth. A cozy evening indoors is all the more appealing when Jack Frost nips at your nose. As you cuddle up
After a fever, when recovering from an illness, or when you are weakened from a fast or
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If your appetite is robust your body type may be Pitta or you may have a Pitta imbalance. In that case you will benefit greatly from a Pit
Introduction Your days are rushed, and you find yourself grabbing a bite of food as you run out the door. Maybe eating on the run has become a way of life for you. So how are you going to stay healthy when you just don't have the t
Ayurveda seems to exude a certain ease, as if it were second nature. In a complex world, there's something simple and very personal about Ayurveda's approach to healing. You might even wonder where this ease of Ayurveda comes from. The answer is fu
In her new book The Perfect Balance Diet: 4 Weeks to a Lighter Body, Mind, Spirit & Space Lissa Coffey (the Dosha Diva!) introduces us to a brand new perspective on life based on the pr
Classical Metabolic Theory (CMT) is a practical framework for understanding the patterns behind your body's everyday signals. Whether you track wearable data or simply pay attention to
A healthy daily routine with regular mealtimes is essential for good health. While the mind loves the freedom to eat whatever, and whenever it wants, the body loves stability. And eating off schedule not only causes indigestion, it con
Vata individuals tend towards lightness and need more nurturing foods rich in sweet taste, oil, and salt. Other body types may be jealous of the delicious food recommended for a Vata
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A type of diet where a person eats dinner early and fasts from food until a late breakfast the following day.
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Spring - Mid-February - Mid May The spring is a watery season of warming temperatures. Snow melts making the rivers full and muddy. Warm temperatures encourage tender young sprouts and sweet sap to run in the vasculature of maple t
The first step to most Ayurvedic health & wellness plans involves cleansing. Toxins are created through stagnant bowels, poor diet, infections, and normal metabolism. Cleansing is different for everyone. Never attempt to cleanse your body without guidance
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’
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