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Winter Solstice
I bet no one is complaining that 2020 is coming to an end. But at the same we cannot ignore a beautiful event that will signify the perfect closure to a transformational year.
The point of the Winter Solstice.
Skin Food of the Month
Sweet Potatoes !!!!
And here are some reasons why :
1. Rich in Beta Carotene which functions as provitamin A is found in oranges and vegetables such as carrots, spinach, and sweet potatoes. (read more)….
Protein-Rich Natural Veggies
Some may wonder, “What’s the difference between different vegetables or fruits? They are all healthy.” I don’t blame them because that’s precisely what I used to think. Now I understand that different types of vegetables have different levels of protein that make it healthy in a diet. Protein helps all parts of your body function in your everyday lives. Of course, no one enjoys raw vegetables, but when incorporated into your daily meals, they can taste great and add that much-needed protein.
Top 10 Antioxidant Rich Foods
Antioxidants are very important substances that are found are required by your body that perform very important tasks. An antioxidant is a substance that inhibits oxidation, especially one used to counteract the deterioration of stored food products within your body. Free radicals are compounds that are able to cause harm if their levels become too high in your body. These compounds are directly linked to different illnesses including diabetes, diabetes, poor skin condition, and cancer. These free radicals are highly reactive compounds thus allowing them to bind with healthy cells, and can lead to an oxidative stress that can damage your cells.
Latest Trends in Superfoods
The book definition of a super food is a “nutrient-rich food considered to be especially beneficial for health and well-being.” But these foods are so much more than that. The purpose of learning about the latest superfoods is to be able to better your own personal health and to be able to understand the health benefits resulting from an exceptional nutrient density.
Why Should You Choose Greek Yogurt?
Even though greek yogurt may not seem all that different from plain old regular yogurt, it is actually created much differently (definitely in a good way). For example, the process is done differently to ensure a more healthy is sugar-free kind of yogurt. This process is called straining where the “whey” of the yogurt is removed along with the natural sugars. With greek yogurt, you also get a rich and creamy consistency from the straining process.
Cacao or Cocoa for healthy skin
We often wonder what is the difference between the words on labels of various “health foods” at the shopping isles. Picking up something that contains cocoa vs cacao. Yes there is a significant difference between the two. Both cacao and cocoa come from the cacao bean of the Theobroma cacao tree. The key difference between the two lies in how the cacao bean is processed after harvesting and how the health benefits are altered as a result of this processing.
Chia Seeds for your skin
Chia seeds are one nature's best superfoods. They are nutrient dense and particularly high in fiber, Omega-3 fats, protein, vitamins and minerals. This mighty little seed has been shown to have many health benefits including reducing signs of aging, supporting heart and gut health, building stronger bones and promoting healthy skin
Transit of Jupiter into Capricorn Nov 20/2020
The very abundant, mature, and life expanding planet of Jupiter ( Guru) moves into the zodiac of Capricorn as per Sidereal ( Vedic ) astrology on Nov 20th of 2020. . The earth sign of the Capricorn that is material and that deals with well defined and organization and structure of all things, has its lord Saturn already transiting its own sign. This brings a demanding order and structure from the collective in the midst of the chaos.
Ghee preparation
How to prepare Ghee at home? Ghee has so many health benefits, in this blog we will discuss to basic ways to prepare ghee at home.
“Ghee” -an Ayurvedic Perspective
In the Ayurvedic wisdom, ancient scriptures like Rig Veda, Bhagavad Gita, Ghee is a celebrated sacred symbol of purity, auspiciousness and potency. Read more about its significance through an Ayurvedic perspective.
When to choose Photo facials/ IPL for your skin
The ideal time to get some treatment for skin pigmentation and sun damage is in the fall. Using light based lasers like an Intense pulse light/IPL can be ideal in this time when we are not concerned with too much sun exposure especially in the north east. It is also ideal after summer when you are done with all the summer fun.
Your skin loves Kiwi!
Kiwi is an exotic fruit with ancient holistic medicinal properties. Becoming a popular item in fruit salads, its vibrant green slices and speckled appearance has worked wonders for salad dressings and flavoring things with the natural tangy kick. In ancient Chinese holistic medicine it has been knows as the Chinese gooseberry. However grown abundantly in New Zealand, it is known as the national fruit their called as the “Kiwi”.
Basics of Vedic Astrology
The astronomy/astrology of the Vedas is based on the 27 sub-divisions of the Zodiac known as Nakshatras. It is an ancient study of the impact of the cosmos and celestial bodies on the earthly plane.
Balancing the Feminine & Masculine Energy
Masculine and Feminine Energy: Shiva & Shakti Aspects within all of us as energy. We have both aspects or polarities within ourselves: when we tend to follow reason and rational thinking, that is the masculine aspect.. when we follow the heart and our feelings, that’s the feminine one.
Dry Winter Skin ?
Dry skin is common in the winter season, as their is minimal humidity in the air. This is also commonly associated with increase in the air element, and earth element, as the Fall to winter transition is usually associated with imbalances in the two main elements Air, and Earth. Vata dosha and Kapha Dosha.
Skin treatments for the Holidays!
Holidays are the best time of the year!, specially when life is the never ending grind of chores etc, it is wonderful to set aside the time for bonding with friends and family. You skin needs special care around the holidays, getting it that perfect and healthy glow, to go along with the holiday cheer. We often get asked what is the best type of treatments we can do for the holiday time that will best suit our skin and the give us the glow in the shortest amount of time.
Samhain and the Taurus Blue Moon
The upcoming full moon in Taurus tomorrow October 31st in the NE is a very special event cosmically Every 28 days the sun and the moon come in full opposition with each other which allows the moon to shine fully as its Full state. This full moon is in the sign of Taurus and the sun will be in the sign of Scorpio, very opposing energies.