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Allergies are called pratyūrjatā in Ayurveda. Allergies are caused by a faulty response by the immune system to something in the environment. The immune system reacts as if the substance (pollen, food protein, chemical, etc) … More »
In today’s fast-paced world, our eyes often bear the brunt of excessive screen time, pollution, seasonal allergies, and stress. Taking care of our eyes is crucial for maintaining optimal vision and overall well-being. While there … More »
In Ayurveda, the process of cleaning the nasal passages is called netī. In this video, Dr. Marc Halpern will walk you through the process of using a Neti pot. A Neti pot is used … More »
Ayurveda states that the “Prakruti” or constitution is determined at the moment of conception. Among all the standard do’s and don’ts of pregnancy Ayurveda throws in a few things that may actually feel very intuitive. … More »
Ayurvedic education and Internships in the United States lack significant standards and uniformity. As a result, schools determine the nature of their programs, and this has led to significant variations in educational approaches. The goal … More »
You’ve probably heard about people cleansing. You may have thought about it. For most people, it takes hearing about it and thinking about it a few times before they get the courage to finally do … More »
A major component of Ayurveda’s Panchakarma cleanses, Basti is imperative for the purpose of clearing disease due to Vata Dosha and promoting longevity. Basti, which is an Ayurvedic enema, is a suppository that can be … More »
Svedana also spelled Swedana, is an Ayurvedic practice that offers numerous health benefits to the body. The treatment involves the application of heat using a variety of unique techniques to induce the body into a sweat. … More »
I was recently reminded of a beautiful practice in Ayurveda. The meditation practice is called Trataka which means “to look” or “gaze at”. This practice uses a ghee lamp to rest your gaze upon in … More »
Svedana also spelled Swedana, is an Ayurvedic practice that offers numerous health benefits to the body. The treatment involves the application of heat using a variety of unique techniques to induce the body into sweat. … More »