Saindhava Lavana: The Healthiest Salt for Cooking According to Ayurveda
As an Ayurvedic doctor, I’m fascinated by the growing interest in Saindhava Lavana, also known as Sendha Namak or rock salt, among health-conscious individuals. In...
Author : Dr. Brahmanand Nayak
Ashwagandha: Nature’s Answer to Modern Stress
The alarm blared at 5 AM. Arundhati groaned, her body heavy with exhaustion. Another day of juggling work, family, and everything in between loomed ahead....
Can Diabetics Eat Marie Biscuits? Expert Insights and Healthy Alternatives
It was a pleasant Thursday morning as I went on my regular walking routine. The sun’s gentle rays cascaded through the leaves, creating a mesmerizing...
Shatavari for menopause
Menopause can be a challenging time for many women, with symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings affecting their quality of life. In...
Why Are My Breasts Different Sizes? A Doctor Explains Breast Asymmetry
As a family physician, I have known Narayan, Sugandhi, and their daughter Aditi for nearly 20 years. Narayan and Sugandhi both teach at a local...
Can Eating Pickles Raise Your Blood Pressure? What You Need to Know
The small waiting area of my Ayurvedic clinic buzzed with a gentle hum of conversation. Amidst the earthy aroma of herbs, sat Mahesh and Priya,...
How do I raise my HDL Cholesterol Naturally?
As a retired army personnel from the parachute wing, Rajesh had lived an active and thrilling life. However, after retiring, he found himself slipping into...
Why are potato chips so popular?
As a doctor specializing in Ayurvedic medicine and an editor, I often find myself engrossed in discussions about the burgeoning Ayurvedic market and its transformative...
What is Metabolic Syndrome and How Can We Prevent It?
As rates of obesity, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes continue to climb worldwide, more attention is being paid to a cluster of interconnected risk factors known...
The Perfect Temperature for Morning Filter Kaapi
A few days ago, I had an eye-opening experience while visiting a restaurant in Malleshwaram with my friend Arun. Upon being served lukewarm coffee, I...