Do you love idlis, dosa, dhoklas, sauerkraut, kimchi, kefir, kombucha, and other fermented foods as much as we do? Being gut health enthusiasts, we recommend most clients embrace the goodness of fermented foods. Several people today question whether fermented foods are good or bad for our health. Some even complain of bloating, flatulence, indigestion, and...
While the holiday season may bring festive cheer, it can also trigger anxiety for some. From finding the perfect gift and concerns about affordability to dealing with depression, grief, and loss, numerous factors can contribute to stress during the festive and holiday season. Guess what? Research says holiday anxiety is real. It is increasingly...
Every human being is born with certain powers. Yet, most of us don't even use these today. One such incredible intelligence within you is your ability to stimulate the vagus nerve. What is the vagus nerve? Vagus means wanderer in Latin, which describes how this nerve wanders over your body and reaches various organs. The vagus nerve...
In most Indian homes, drinking water from a copper vessel is a common household practice. Many of us grew up with our parents and grandparents diligently storing and drinking water in copper kalsi, handas, and matkas. This simple tradition has existed in our culture for civilizations and is part of many Ayurvedic texts. The...
Premenstrual Syndrome is a condition that not everyone is comfortable discussing or feels the need to discuss. Approximately 3 out of 4 women say they have Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) symptoms at some point in their lifetimes, including mild symptoms. Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a more severe form of PMS that affects less than 5% of...
The Queen of Herbs, the Mother Medicine of Nature, the Elixir of Life - the magical tulsi plant has earned several monikers in Ayurveda. Also known as holy basil, this adaptogenic herb that originates in India may be bitter to taste, but its numerous health benefits outweigh this minor inconvenience to your palate. An integral...
The father of modern medicine - Hippocrates, once said, "Death sits in the bowels. And bad digestion is the root of all evil." Even 2,500 years later, these lines stand the test of time. How do you build good gut health? Type this into your search bar and you will find thousands of results on...
Low libido or sex drive is a common problem many people face today. We come across several of these cases in our own practice. Holistic, integrative, and lifestyle medicine not only covers nutrition, exercise, sleep, and emotional health, but also sexual wellness. Healthy aging is not just dependent on the number of friends you...
What comes to mind when we say self care? Be honest here. A luxurious spa, hair treatment, facial, a solo trip, or an exotic vacation? But did you know self care comes in different forms and can be pretty inexpensive? You just need to look beyond the definition of self care that the consumerist...
It is perfectly natural to feel anxious or overwhelmed at this moment. After all, we are facing times like never before. And with uncertainty, comes the inevitable possibility of stress, anxiety and fatigue. But there is a way to relieve this. And it is journeyed all the way from ancient India - through YOGA!...
As COVID-19 and its variant Omicron cases continue to rise across our cities, states, country, and the world, many of us have started 2022 with bouts of anxiety. But if there is one thing that we can tell you for sure and believe us, this is not to scare you. You will constantly hear about...
“In our line of work, we come across several pain-related complaints arising. We wanted a solution that is natural, efficient, and convenient. Since we could not find anything like that, we went ahead and filled the gap with hand-picked ingredients that hold unique muscle relaxing and pain-relieving properties. We do not endorse, we create” -...
