The Cabbage Soup diet was famous in the faxlore of the 1980s. While Ayurveda does not encourage a cabbage soup mono-diet, cabbage soup can be a healthy addition to a well-rounded diet. Here is the Ayurvedic version.
Discover nature's comfort food in a warm bowl of Apple Sauce with Ginger & Ghee. Snuggling up with a blanket and applesauce is all you need to soften and sweeten your mood. Applesauce takes you back to the innocence and simplicity of childhood. Warming...
Sweet, sour and savory, a delicious and warm way to enjoy apples during the winter months.
Sweet and spicy glazed salmon is the creamy, restorative tonic you naturally crave after a stressful day's work. Salmon is a rich protein full of nourishing fats and oils that calms the mind and brings you back to earth. Fresh ginger and a bit of fiery...
Comfort is KeyWhen you're curled up in front of the fire and craving a comforting treat, look no further than 'Baked Apple and Rosemary'. Its nourishing sweetness gives the same joy as a warm hug and helps calm the nervous system,...
Coconut mint chutney is an Indian classic and one of our favorites. Used as ubiquitously as our beloved ketchup, coconut mint chutney is a refreshing garnish on dosas (fried savory pancakes), curries, potato, chick peas and just about any dish.
Warm & relaxing. Aromatic cardamom balances the grounding tones of nutmeg and poppy seeds. This recipe is a gentle sedative if you are having a hard time falling asleep.
Salty, buttery amaranth with black pepper has a warm hearty and healing taste. Tamari adds a sour twist, a surprise. Sticks to the ribs.
This Halloween health treat promises to chase away the goblins of winter. As the crisp temperatures of fall tempt you to long evenings nestled up in front of the fire, baked apples and spices warm your heart. Spicy apricot sauce adds a rustic depth to...
Light yet HeartyCozy up next to your wood stove with this comforting breakfast before you dash out the door. Amaranth with Almonds, Apple & Raisins is a soft and nurturing option while traveling or on a day with a jam packed...
Expand beyond honey mustard horizons and experiment with spicy, savory fruits combinations. This recipe is taken from the streets of Bangladesh, where vendors slice green mangoes in april, months before mangoes are ripe. Discovered by Joseph in Old...
This grounding, cozy soup will help you sleep soundly on a windy night.
Founder of Joyful Belly Ayurveda, John Immel, answers the question ‘What is Ayurveda?’