In Ayurveda, cooling isn’t just about temperature - it’s about effect on the body’s internal systems (called 𝙫𝙞𝙧𝙮𝙖, or energetic potency). Ice-cold drinks can actually aggravate Pitta and disturb digestion, especially in hot weather. Sip warm mint tea, coconut water, aloe vera juice, amla juice, coriander phanta, and rose and lime infusion instead.
Read MoreThis gluten-free potato, broccoli, and singora flour paratha is not only a healthy twist on a classic but also rich in Ayurvedic benefits. Potatoes offer grounding energy and potassium, while broccoli adds fibre, antioxidants, and immune-boosting vitamins. Singora flour (water chestnut), a naturally gluten-free option, is cooling and helps balance pitta while grounding vata dosha. Ideal for autumn, this nourishing paratha stabilises energy and digestion. Whether for lunch or dinner, pair it with chutney, dahl, or a sabzi for a wholesome, sattvic meal.
Read MoreDid you ever stop to think why we have SO many bones, joints and different muscle groups? That’s because as humans, we are designed to MOVE and movement is the key to health and longevity. Just like our diet needs to be personalised to our unique body type, so does our exercise pattern. With Ayurveda you should tailor your exercise routine to what suits you and adapt it according to age, health state, season, climate etc.
Read MoreAntibiotics can be thought of as a powerful immediate protocol against bacterial infections. Unfortunately, that comes at a heavy price to our gut health and oftentimes long-term changes to our gut flora. The concept of antibiotics did not exist 5000 years ago, but the wisdom of the natural world enabled doctors to know the properties of the plant medicines (dravya or aushadi) that can have the ‘antibiotic’ effect. But the notion through Ayurveda is to support the patient to regain their own health.
Read MoreMeditation is medication and it can take many forms. Over the last month I've been guided to engage once again in the sadhana of trāṭaka. It is one of the simplest practises to help focus this mind. something that we all struggle with from time to time (or all time time for those with a strong vata in their constitution).
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