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Ayurveda
How I make my meals easier to digest using Ayurveda

This time of year is full of travel, celebrations, and late nights. These are fun, but they can all also weaken agni (digestive fire). So, here are a few simple things I do to keep my agni strong without feeling restricted. #1. Use digestion-enhancing spices! Cumin, coriander, fennel, ginger, and

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How I keep colds at bay the Ayurvedic way

These 7 rituals have been the must-haves in my routine since I started Ayurveda, and they’re even more important now that the ‘ick season is in full swing. Nasya – It sounds counterintuitive, but putting oil in your nose each morning locks in moisture so your sinuses don’t overproduce mucus!

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The Importance of the Koshas

Most people come to Ayurveda hoping food or herbs will fix their symptoms, but 80% of my consultations end up being about the subtle body, where real imbalances often hide. Ever noticed how when you’re stressed, physical symptoms also appear? Maybe your digestion flares up. Your skin breaks out. You

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The Ayurvedic Perspective on GLP-1s (like Ozempic)

A lot of clients have been asking about GLP-1s. Some clients have already begun treatment, while others are still trying to make a decision. Many want to lose weight, but feel nervous about GLP-1s: side effects (hair loss, GI discomfort, elevated liver enzymes, kidney damage, etc.) long-term unknowns (how long will

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Ayurveda
Holistic Care vs. Traditional Care

If you’re comparing Ayurvedic care to your 15-minute doctor visit, you’ll miss the real value. Because just as much happens outside the consultation as in it. Here are some ways I’ve supported my clients between sessions that might surprise you… I’ve reviewed things like restaurant menu options when traveling or

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How I translate Ayurveda into language my clients can understand

Ayurveda originated in India and is thousands of years old! Sometimes I can tell that clients get overwhelmed by all the “new” terms, so I often explain new concepts both in Sanskrit and in modern terms. Just the other day, I was talking to Charlie, SimpleVeda’s Health Counselor, about when

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