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The Transformative Power of Spring
My favorite spring flower the ranunculus Ever since I’ve been a student of Ayurveda, I’ve begun paying more attention to the nuances of the seasons. It has changed my life so profoundly that frankly, I...
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What’s All This Hype About Cleansing?
This is where I want to be on a cold, damp blustery March day. Sitting in the Poet’s House in Battery Park City, warm and dry and surrounded by books. March is not exactly a favorite month for most...
View ArticleThe Patience to Peel a Pomegranate
Sometimes you need to put in a little effort to reap the reward. Such is the case with a pomegranate. It takes patience to peel a pomegranate. Lots of folks... The post The Patience to Peel a...
View ArticleKitchari for One
Kitchari is Ayurveda’s version of chicken soup. It’s great to eat during periods of cleansing, illness, or whenever your digestion needs a break. A perfect food during Kapha Season, kitchari gently......
View ArticleCleansing Body, Mind, and Spirit The Ayurvedic Way
Clients and friends often ask me about cleansing. While I believe that regular detoxing is vital, I am also extremely cautious about what methods I use, as many so-called “cleanses”... The post...
View ArticleA Year of Living the Ayurvedic Way
Happy 2014! What do you say? Are you ready to give Ayurveda a try in 2014 after reading all the articles I wrote last year? It really did revolutionize my... The post A Year of Living the Ayurvedic Way...
View ArticleStaying Hydrated
The amount of water we need to stay hydrated depends greatly on our constitution. Vata types can be chronically dehydrated (whether living in the desert or the North Pole), and... The post Staying...
View ArticleBitter is Better
There’s a famous Ayurvedic saying – “Bitter is Better.” Our ancestors knew that food having a bitter quality helped with sluggish digestion and cleansing fats from the blood and liver. Our modern......
View ArticleDitch the Leftovers
Leftovers are a no-no, according to Ayurveda. This makes me a little sad. I used to love certain leftovers for lunch. Unfortunately, once food has been cooked, cooled and then... The post Ditch the...
View ArticleWhy a Seasonal Cleanse Is a Gift to Our Body
Why a Seasonal Cleanse Is a Gift to Our Body I can talk about doing a cleanse/detox until I’m blue in the face and almost always meet with resistance. I... The post Why a Seasonal Cleanse Is a Gift to...
View ArticleSimplest Vegetable Soup Ever
Simplest Vegetable Soup Ever I was going to share this recipe on Facebook and then decided, what the heck, I’ll put it on the Blog. My friends and loved ones... The post Simplest Vegetable Soup Ever...
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