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Fenugreek: A Seed of Many WondersFenugreek is a pungent, fragrant seed commonly used in Ayurvedic cooking and remedies. With its heating nature, this spice may help kindle the digestive fire and may aid absorption. Fenugreek has also been used to su...

Fenugreek is the sixth herb featured in our Ayurvedic series. If you’re new to the wisdom of Ayurveda, definitely check out the herbal profiles and remedies for triphala, turmeric, ashwagandha, cinnamon, and tulsi after you finish learning about fenu...

A Truly Divine HerbTulsi, aka holy basil, has long been revered in ancient Ayurveda and is often thought of as the goddess in plant form. It is considered to be a spiritually sacred plant that may promote a sense of calm and divinity wherever it...

If you are someone who loves cinnamon for its amazing flavor and cozy aroma, and will be happy to know that in addition to its delicious taste and smell, cinnamon is actually good for you! It offers our body a full spectrum of potential health benef...

Fall Favorite or Year Round Pantry Staple?While Cinnamon is an essential pantry staple year round in Ayurvedic culinary traditions, there’s something undeniable about the hold that this herb has on all of us in the fall. As soon as the leaves s...