For centuries, our grandmothers knew a thing or two about keeping our bodies strong. In fact, they might as well have been health experts in disguise, using nothing but what they had in their kitchens! Whenever a sneeze, ache, or sniffle cropped up, they’d reach for jars of spices with ease, ready to brew a...
gut health In today's fast-paced world, where balancing work, family, and personal goals can sometimes feel overwhelming, many of us have found ourselves searching for ways to boost focus, manage stress, and maintain overall well-being. Whether it is trying to remember an important detail during a work meeting or simply feeling mentally sluggish in the...
I once worked with a young man who was highly ambitious but felt stuck in a constant state of depression. On paper, he had everything—an education, career goals, and talent. But he kept telling me how lost he felt, constantly distracted by social media and binge-watching shows, with no clear purpose driving his day. He...
Let's talk about brain aneurysms. These aren’t something you hear about every day, but they’re serious and can be life-threatening if we don’t pay attention. A brain aneurysm is a weak spot in the blood vessel in your brain, which can balloon out and eventually rupture if left unchecked. When that happens, it can...
Most of us grew up with our parents encouraging us to eat nuts and seeds soaked overnight. Yet many of us forget that these are fantastic sources of nutrients when we have them the right way and in the correct quantity. Today I want to speak to you about almonds. Here’s some trivia about them....
Known as jaiphal in Hindi, nutmeg is native to a cluster of 10 small volcanic islands known as Moluccas or Spice Islands in the Banda Sea to the northeast of Indonesia. It gets its name from the Latin word nux (meaning nut) and muscat (meaning musky). It translates to musky nut. Nutmeg is the seed...
I grew up in Goa, surrounded by many Lebanese and Israeli friends who I shared meals with. They would have hummus for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Super fit, what struck me, particularly about their features was their quality skin and hair. When asked, they would say that their mothers, grandmothers, and great-grandmothers told them,...
From mythology, poetry, and religious scriptures to scientific journals and Ayurveda - pomegranates appear in various texts throughout time. It has been used for thousands of years as a medicine in different civilizations and grows abundantly in India. Let us discuss what makes the wonder fruit one of the healthiest foods on the planet. Do you...
Did you know in ancient India and China, mushrooms were given the moniker of the elixir of life and deemed the food of the gods? If you were to ask us why you should include these in your meals, we could list at least 101 reasons. Of course, while maintaining caution. Are you allergic...
