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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...

Did you know that ashwagandha is believed to be one of the most powerful adaptogens in the Ayurvedic paradigm? The word Adaptogen is a delineation from Western herbalism that refers to a category of herbs with a particular affinity for helping the bo...

The Ayurvedic Perspective on AshwagandhaWhile ashwagandha has many benefits, it is most celebrated for its powerful adaptogenic properties, which can help the body modulate stress. This wonderful herb has also become a symbol of vitality, energy and...

Did you know that adding spices to your food may help prevent indigestion while aiding absorption of nutrients?The ancient wisdom of Ayurveda tells us that one of the simplest ways to enhance the digestibility of your food is to add spices to each me...

For the past decade or more, turmeric has been celebrated in the world of natural wellness for its potential to support healthy inflammation levels. People are lining up in health food stores to purchase turmeric supplements and receive the...