Daily Routine

Studies show that, “Routine enhances feelings of safety, confidence, and well-being in many aspects of everyday life.” Ayurveda emphasizes a daily self-care routine called Dinacharya. This regime can be modified depending on your dosha and the season. Creating a regular rhythm to your day is soothing to your nervous system and balancing to your circadian cycle.

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Summer Recipes (Reprint)

In Summer we need foods that cool down our bodies without reducing our digestive fire. In Ayurveda, Summertime is Pitta season. With the heat and humidity of summer Pitta can easily become imbalanced. Here are some simple recipes that cool the body while aiding in digestion.

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Nettle-Tulsi Tea for Allergies

Have the high pollen counts got you feeling sluggish, stuffed up or causing postnasal drip? When the pollen counts are high, I drink a cup of Nettle – Tulsi tea. These medicinal herbs are great for helping Spring allergies and reducing inflammation.

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YOGA FOR SPRING (Copy)

Your yoga practice should change with the seasons. Shake off Winter stagnancy and detoxify with Spring Yoga. Understand which poses and practices will help you stay healthy and balanced in Spring.

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Spring Recipes (Reprint)

Recipes for Spring to stay balanced and healthy. These vegetarian recipes are based in Ayurveda, the ancient Indian science of natural medicine. These recipes include Mung Soup, Celery Soup, Mixed Vegetable Bhaji and Millet, Asparagus and Tofu (or Pumfu) Casserole.

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Light and Easy to Digest Soups (Reprint)

Digestion is crucial for good health. There are many ways to improve Agni, the fire of digestion and clean out toxins. These light and easy to digest soups are a great way to give your digestive system a rest and improve Agni. These healthy recipes are quick and easy to make.

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Neti, Nasal Saline Rinse for Congestion

Relieve congestion, cold and allergies with saline rinse or Neti. Neti is a traditional Ayurvedic self-care tool that has been used for thousands of years. Neti pots and saline rinses are now found in US pharmacies. Learn the dos and don’ts about using a saline rinse.

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Mid-Winter Health

What foods should you eat in winter? What should you do to combat the cold? Ayurveda gives us diet and lifestyle tools to keep us healthy and balanced throughout the seasons.

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Transitioning

Here we are at the transition between 2024 and 2025. We have arrived at a doorway. We can step through that doorway with intentionality or just plainly step through. How are you going to step through?

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Fall Recipes

Fall in the Hudson Valley is upon us. Understand which foods you should favor and which foods to avoid in the Fall. Optimize your health through following Ayurveda’s season dietary guidelines. Here are some Fall recipes that are simple to make, nutritious and delicious.

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