Whole Picture Podcast with Britt Witkin
What is Ayurveda? Is it good for your skin? In this podcast hosted by Britt Witkin, Christina Vargas of Simpleveda discuss the benefits and history
September 21, 2022
Wellness Blog
Turmeric | the golden relief
Turmeric, or Curcuma lona has been used for thousands of years as a spice and for medicinal use. It is often added to foods like
September 13, 2022
Benefits of Chyawanprash | The Elixir of Life
Chyawanprash, known as the Ayurvedic “Elixir of Life” is an Ayurvedic recipe developed by the sages living in the forests of the Himalayas. Chyawanprash is
August 31, 2022
Nettle | nature’s multivitamin
Nettle is nature’s multivitamin as it is loaded with essential vitamins and minerals. It’s a superior source of micronutrients, vitamins, and minerals, such as Vitamin
August 10, 2022
Back to School | the ayurveda way
It’s back-to-school and we are preparing this week by getting into a good sleep/wake routine while still trying to enjoy as much of what is
August 5, 2022
a mindful thanksgiving | 10 ways to increase Joy
For many, 2020 has been a year of ups and downs. For some, it has meant more time with family, a slower time, a time
November 15, 2020
Marshmallow Root | respiratory relief
I fell in love with Marshmallow during my herbal apprenticeship and it has stayed near and dear to my herbal regimen during the summer months
May 18, 2020
How to harvest + dry herbs
Herbs are medicines and start as living beings. Medicines come from trees, roots, leaves, flowers, lichens, and more. Some are easily identified and are popular
May 17, 2020
Soaking and sprouting
There is always something soaking or sprouting in our kitchen. 🌱 Ayurveda thrives on prevention and nutritional therapy supports a healthy digestive system where most
May 11, 2020
Christina Vargas
Ayurvedic Health Practitioner, Educator, Herbalist, Certified Yoga & iRest Instructor, Marma Therapist, and Ayurvedic Postpartum Caregiver, APC