The menstrual cycle
The menstrual cycle – how it works according to Ayurveda According to Ayurveda, the menstrual cycle follows the seasons. spring, winter and summer. In Sanskrit, the menstrual cycle is translated from two words, namely “rtu“, which means season and “arthava“which means menstrual blood. The different doshas, namely vata, pitta and kapha, characterize the different phases […]
Kapha Dosha – how to obtain balance
UNDERSTANDING KAPHA: HOW TO BALANCE KAPHA DOSHA THROUGH DIET AND ROUTINES We live in a Vata dominant time where we are more and more occupied with social media, easy access to travel the world, a fast-paced life in cities, a fully scheduled day with work and activities for oneself and the kids. After leaving Vata […]
4 routines to live in harmony with your circadian rhythm
4 routines to live in harmony with your circadian rhythm The concept of Ayurveda can be applied as a lifestyle, a way of living with and in tune with nature. We are part of it. We are not seperate from it. The ultimate goal is to establish the right rhythm in life. And in my […]
Ginger appetizer for better digestion
Having a slow or even poor digestion? Feeling heavy after a meal? Not feeling hungry at all? Besides chewing thoroughly, at least 20 times per bite, a good routine before your meal is a ginger appetizer. Fresh ginger has pungeant and heating qualities and in moderation is balancing for all doshas and initiates the […]
Tongue scraping – a simple ayurveda morning routine
Today’s blog is about tongue scraping, one of ayurveda’s best morning routines to do. In general I recommend 3 easy-to-do morning routines for a healthy and fresh start into your day! Tongue scraping Neti cleansing Oil pulling First thing in the morning you rinse your mouth with warm water. Look at your tongue in […]
Vata dosha – 4 simple ways to alleviate vata dosha imbalances
Vata dosha – 4 simple ways to alleviate vata dosha imbalances Autumn is the season characterized by change, and cold and dry weather and it is the time of year where the light qualities of the ether and air element gets vata dosha out of balance. If you suffer from cold hands and feet, dry […]