Nasya ~ the Ayurvedic practice of administering herbal oils or medicated substances through the nasal passages ~ is a deeply therapeutic ritual that nourishes the senses, clears the mind, and balances the doshas, especially vata and kapha dosha in the head and neck region.

As excess screen time can heighten the nervous system, scatter our energy, and disrupt natural rhythms, it is beneficial to periodically perform a tech detox. A tech detox is a conscious pause from electronic devices such as smartphones, laptops, and televisions, designed to bring the mind, body, and senses back into balance.

In Ayurveda, menopause ushers in the vata stage of life and is celebrated for the insight and freedom gained.

Having regular practices in place that help quiet the mind and promote stillness to calm the nervous system is paramount for vata balance.

The lymphatic system is the biggest drain we have in the body and we need to keep it unclogged and free-flowing for balance & immunity.

The days surrounding the Summer Solstice is the season with the most heat, the longest days and therefore the most activity & stimulation.

Ayurveda offers an abundance of timeless wisdom on how to avoid diet-related diseases.

The light-dark cycle is a very important truth of life. Nature is profoundly cued by the amount of light in its environment, as are we.

Shitali Pranayama is designed to reduce body temperature and in doing so, it also calms the mind and the emotions and reduces stress.

One Ayurvedic technique to support the movement of your lymph is Garshana, also called dry brushing.

Spring is an important time to prioritize boosting digestive fire and decongesting any stagnant energy & excess mucus to avoid imbalances.

The Kitchari Cleanse is a tool that can be pulled out time and again anytime you need to reset digestion, avoid illness or simplify meals.

Ayurveda has a wealth of wisdom to offer regarding allergies with a unique perspective and several tools.

Caffeine is a physically addictive substance, albeit an acceptable one in our culture, but it comes with a myriad of health consequences.

There are three very important energies in Vedic wisdom that intricately dictate our mental nature.

Making sure we also shift our daily routine with the Sun is an important part of lifestyle medicine for preventative health.

Fall brings more Vata energy into our environment and into our bodies & minds. One way to counteract this is with a warm oil scalp massage.

Make a regular daily habit of stepping back from the constant doing, turn off your devices, quiet your mind and just be.

Adjusting our diet & lifestyle to accommodate for the energetic shift during the Fall season is a powerful way to stay balanced.

Ritu Sandhi is an opportune time to release excess heat and allow you to move into Fall with more balance and strength.