These days the concept of marriage seems to have become outdated or defunct. It has come to this sorry state because the meaning of marriage has not been understood by most! Marriage is not a certificate for free and legal sex or to beget children with legal status but a subtle connection and spiritual evolution […]
Dosha can be translated to mean disturbance, fault, or corruption. They are expressions of and derived from the Five Great Elements (space, wind, fire, water, earth). They form the Tri-Dosha of Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Dosha are not Characteristics or Body-Types as often thought. Everyone is born with Dosha, however each combination is uniquely […]
Firstly those wanting to study or understand this subject matter need to know that this is not some otherworldly or psychic or mind-reading or magic! It is a science and an art, put together, that could be learned, understood and put to practice, so long as one follows the correct path or way to do […]
This is a delicious drink that makes a simple, nourishing and tasty meal. If properly made and consumed regularly it will help tremendously with both digestion and absorption in the stomach and intestines. Ingredients: 1 cup fresh yoghurt* 1 cup water 2 tsp ground fresh ginger 1 sprig (about 10 leaves) crumbled fresh or dried […]
Barley is a whole grain rich in vitamins and minerals and can be easily added to dishes such as soups, stews, and casseroles or used as either a main or side dish on its own. It can even be made into breakfast dishes. It is an excellent source of soluble and insoluble fibre, and is […]
An important factor to consider in Ayurveda is the natural law of Karma, that is, “for every action there is an opposite reaction” or “for every cause there is an effect”. This can be compared to Newton’s Third Law of motion. An analogy that can be used is that of the arrow leaving the bow, […]
The traditional approach to diagnosis in Ayurveda relies on a pulse reading termed Naadi Parikshai. The ability to read the pulse is an an art (developed through spiritual discipline) that allows the practitioner to sense the flow of Prana (Life), and consequently ascertain where ‘Dosha’ (disturbance) has blocked or restricted the free flow of Prana. […]
‘Ayur’ in Sanskrit translates to mean Life or Longevity, and ‘Veda’ to mean Science, Knowledge, or Understanding. Simply put Ayurveda is ‘The Science of Life’ or more specifically ‘The Science or Understanding of how to live your Life based on your Uniqueness’. Ayurveda is the ‘Yoga of Life’ and its aim or goal is to […]
The Key to Ayurvedic Diagnosis is Ayurvedic Pulse reading (known as Naadi Parikshai). We were asked why this can only be read in the early mornings so have written some more about this below…. The art and skill of reading and interpreting the flow of Prana throughout the body and mind to establish the Prakriti […]
Ginger is aromatic, carminative, and a stimulant for the digestive system. It is often used in conditions such as cold and flu, indigestion, vomiting, headaches, abdominal pain, gas, cramps etc. It’s taste is pungent and sweet It is best for Kapha (particularly when it is older and drier) and also suitable for Vata. Pitta is […]