Category Archive for: ‘Health’
Using St. John’s Wort Oil During Labor and Birth
By Heidi Sherwin, RYT, P-RYT The plant St. John’s wort (Hypericum) may be known best for its herbal remedy for mild depression and regulating moods. However, when used in the form of essential oil, St. John’s wort can offer topical pain relief to mamas-to-be during labor and birth. The healing properties of St. John’s wort qualifies it as a natural …
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How The Elements Found in Food Affect Our Dosha: Tips for Ayurvedic Lifestyles
By Lauren Stinespring & Elizabeth Halliday-Reynolds When we talk about body types in Ayurveda we begin to understand that we are all made up of all of the elements: Fire, water, earth, air and ether. As individuals, we are born with a individual constitution with more of some elements and less of others. Vata: A person with a high Vata …
Read MoreSpring Cleanse: Can Ayurveda Offer a Simpler Solution
By Lauren Stinespring & Elizabeth Halliday Reynolds How do you feel when you are in a clean, clutter free environment? Relaxed… in tune… happy … Probably! In Ayurveda we understand that to spring clean the complex and magical human body we need to consider the WHOLE BODY. When we step back and take a second look at our bodies we …
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