Ayurveda teaches that food plays an essential part in one’s health and sense of well-being. An Ayurvedic diet recommends one eat according to her or his dominant dosha (energy type).
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Please enjoy some of my favorite Ayurvedic recipes!
LEVITATING MONKEY: How did you first become interested in Ayurveda? Julie Bernier: In some way, I have always been a believer in Ayurveda, even though I didn’t have a name for it. I have forever been in love with nature and was always a believer......
Sambar, an amazing lentil-based vegetable stew, cooked with dal and tamarind broth is considered a staple of South Indian cuisine and a great soup for this time of year. The key to a good aromatic sambar is the “sambar powder” and the vegetables that go......
Cumin, coriander and fennel tea, also known as CCF Tea in Ayurveda has numerous health benefits. This three-seed tea is one of the first teas I learned how to make as I was introduced to Ayurveda. The tea is a beautiful golden color with a mild......
For some reason, avocado often gets a bad rap because of its rich fat content. Many still think that it’ll increase bad cholesterol. Let’s try and set the record straight, shall we? Called Neerabijh in Sanskrit, avocado is often prescribed in Ayurveda for its various......
Looking for a colorful legume to brighten up the night as the days get darker earlier and earlier? Opt for this simple Split Red Lentils (Masoor Dal) recipe for dinner. What’s also great is that red lentils don’t take much time to cook…we’re talking about 10-15 minutes,......
Having enjoyed a beautiful dish of tabouleh last night, I’ve got parsley on the brain. I’ve often praised how good parsley tastes and makes me feel. Containing plenty of vitamins A, B and C, it also provides a healthy dose of calcium, chlorophyll, iron and magnesium. Among......
Suffering from skin irritation? Try Cilantro Juice. Considered one of the top herbs for Pitta disorders, liver issues and skin irritations, cilantro is also a fabulous detoxifying agent for heavy metals and other general toxins. Here’s what you’ll need: Take 1 bunch of cilantro; wash thoroughly and......
Having a rough time falling asleep as we move into the winter season? Try this soothing recipe for Golden Milk and sleep soundly throughout the night. Turmeric may not be the first thing you think about to help you sleep, but this is a deliciously soothing remedy that supports......
Looking for healthy ways to spice up dinner tonight? Try adding a little garam masala to your next entree. “Garam Masala” is a Hindi term that refers to a blend of a few different spices commonly used in Indian cooking. Literally translated, garam means “hot”......
