Sweet potatoes are nutritious, packing a good amount of vitamin A, vitamin C, and manganese into each serving. They also are really versatile and can be included in a variety of dishes. They are known as beneficial for gut health due to the rich fiber contents. Researchers have proved that antioxidants in purple sweet potatoes promote the growth of healthy gut bacteria.

We all know it’s hard to break bad habits. When it comes to building good habits, small decisions add up over time. We are at that time of the year where we are thankful and grateful for so many factors in our life. And to be grateful for good health is one huge part. 

It might feel a little torturous and tiring to try and drink more water every day. I often have trouble convincing my family the importance of drinking water in our daily life. One thing I understood was that some little tricks can help you include more water in your diet. 

Ever since yoga first gained mainstream popularity, there have been numerous health benefits and researches associated with the practice, including everything from increased flexibility to decreased stress. With a practice of more than 15+ years one of the most common questions that I have faced is “Whether yoga would help in achieving weight loss?”

We all know that a sedentary lifestyle can be dangerous to your health. Researchers have found extended periods of sitting can lead to serious health problems such as obesity, cardiovascular disease, deep vein thrombosis, and early death. 

We have grown up hearing the phrase ‘as cool as a cucumber’.

This popular phrase means calm and unruffled!!

Cucumber is a popular vegetable, known for its numerous health benefits.

This article explores the popular health benefits of cucumber along with the Ayurveda facts and healthy

recipes on Cucumber.

It is important to know the nutritional facts and benefits of those vegetables or fruits that you put in

your plate.

Change of seasons are reason to change, it’s as simple as that. Ayurveda considers a seasonal routine an important cornerstone of health, year around. Balancing the nature of your local climate with lifestyle choices that offset the potential for seasonally-induced imbalances is one of the simplest ways that you can protect your well-being. A seasonal routine maintains balance in the three doshas, (vata, pitta, kapha) and harmony and happiness in the body and mind.

Pumpkins are the most popular vegetable in the Fall season. This nutritious and versatile fruit is harvested in October and is used to make soups, desserts and bread, Pies and is a major component of Thanksgiving meals.

Pumpkins are not just a Halloween decoration. Let us check out the health benefits of pumpkin real quick

Pumpkins are a member of the gourd family, which includes cucumbers, honeydew melons, cantaloupe, watermelons, and zucchini.

There is a popular 21/90 rule when it comes to consistency. The rule is quite simple - if you commit to a personal or professional goal for 21 days straight, the pursuit of that goal tends to become a habit. But do not stop there! Even after you have established that habit you need to continue to do it for another 90 days. And then it would become a permanent lifestyle change.

It’s always good to prepare hibiscus tea with fresh petals. Add 5 hibiscus petals to a glass of boiling water. After 2 minutes of boiling, remove from the heat. Strain and let cool to warm. Add organic sugar if desired. I usually prefer to add palm jaggery in my hibiscus tea. 

Certain researches link the success in the control of psoriasis with Paleo diet. Paleo diet is also called a caveman diet or stone age diet.

All the skin diseases are broadly classified under ‘Kushta Roga’ in Ayurveda. One among these Kushta Rogas in ‘Eka Kushta’ whose symptoms can be correlated with Psoriasis.

Recently people move towards dairy alternatives for a wide variety of reasons. It can be health related, since a lot of people have Lactose intolerance and other health issues which are aggravated by the usage of dairy in their diet. It can also be for a better impact on the planet like going ‘vegan’. Whatever may be the reason, people do struggle while giving up dairy to find alternatives. This perspective article helps introduce you to some dairy alternatives which are healthy and mindful. 

Weight loss is an issue on nearly everyone’s mind at one time or another. Everyone wants to be slim and toned. Before resorting to liposuction or medications however, try these Ayurvedic weight loss home remedies. Rekindle your metabolic fire and life naturally. Watch your weight and stay in shape easily with Ayurveda.

Ayurveda perspective on Migraines

Migraine is compared to ‘Suryavarta’ in Ayurveda classics. Surya is a Sanskrit word meaning sun, and Avarta means affliction or blockage. The name Suryavarta is due to the pattern of symptoms in Migraine. The disease or pain starts during sunrise, peaks during midday and gradually subsides by evening.

Typically, the symptoms can vary depending on Ayurveda body types or Prakruti of an individual.