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Ginger: The “Great Medicament”Scientific research is reinvigorating curiosity around centuries-old traditional herbs by shedding light on the naturally occurring compounds that may be responsible for their health-promoting benefits. Ginger is a cla...

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 sup...

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...

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 st...

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 an...