Dry brushing–known as garshana in Ayurveda–is a highly beneficial ancient cleansing ritual that is culturally rooted in various Eastern healing modalities. It's effective and has withstood the test of time...but only for thousands of years. Unfortunately, many of us here in the West have been missing out on this important step to self-healing–mainly due to a lack of mainstream buzz, but thankfully this is evolving with our ever expanding levels of mind-body consciousness. Amen! Our skin is our largest organ and I think many of us move through life unaware of the massive … [Read more...]
The Science of Ginger
Ahhh…ginger. I get warm and fuzzy just thinking about it. As a Vata, I live for it. I drink it, eat it, chew it and externally apply it. It’s one of those rock star herbs with many medicinal bonuses...and it tastes oh so good. Ginger is mostly well known for its digestive benefits. It stimulates the release of salivary enzymes and gets things “moving” on the digestive front. It is also one of the few medicinal substances in Ayurveda that works on all three of the gastrointestinal phases: digestion, absorption and elimination. Take an ounce before a meal and kick start your … [Read more...]
Taurus Super Moon and the Doshas
Lunar rhythms are a big part of Ayurveda. The rhythms of nature–Circadian, Seasonal, Lunar and Tidal–influence our mind-body physiology…more than most of us are aware. Understanding our unique Ayurvedic make-up deepens the internal nature connection that we are intrinsically intertwined with. When we are synced to the influential external energies using the power of knowledge and ritual, the flow within remains centered and balanced...and the constrictions transform into a seductive dance. We’ve all felt the masked waves of energetic forces that the planetary cycles can bring … [Read more...]
