How Excess Peanuts Can Spike Your Cholesterol
Hi Parimala, thanks for coming in today. I noticed your LDL cholesterol jumped significantly since your last visit, from 130 to 204. That’s a big...
Category : Health Tips
Ayurvedic Doctor’s Guide to Healthy Fats for Indians
Patient: Doc, I’m confused about fats. A dietitian advised me to consume 40 grams of ghee, 100 grams of full-fat malai paneer, and 15 cashews daily...
Smoking and Back Pain: The Surprising Connection
Ramachandran, a 45-year-old IT manager, came to see me with a nagging backache that wouldn’t go away no matter what he tried – painkillers, heat...
Are Potatoes Good or Bad for Joint Pain? An Ayurvedic Doctor’s Perspective
The humble potato. Ubiquitous in kitchens worldwide. Yet for those grappling with the aches and pains of arthritis, this dietary staple is often cast in...
Brahma Muhurta: The Ayurvedic Key to Vitality, Focus, and Spiritual Growth
The ancient sages knew something that modern man is only beginning to rediscover – that there is a sacred rhythm to life, a natural ebb...
Vyayama: The Ayurvedic Secret to Optimal Fitness and Wellbeing
In the ancient science of Ayurveda, Vyayama emerges as a powerful tool for achieving optimal health and well-being. More than just physical exercise, Vyayama is...
The Healing Power of Daily Self-Massage in Ayurveda
I’ve seen a lot in my years as an Ayurvedic doctor. People come to me tired, anxious, and out of balance. They want the latest...
Nature Prescriptions: The Healing Power of Ayurveda and the Great Outdoors
The world is changing. Doctors, those bastions of modern medicine, are starting to see the light. They’re scribbling down prescriptions for time in nature, sending...
Fruit Juice vs Fruit: What’s the Healthier Choice?
I’m often asked about the nutritional differences between fruit juice and whole fruits. Many of my patients wonder if they can get the same health...
Is Water-Only Fasting Safe? Ayurvedic Doctor’s Perspective
Recently, several patients have inquired about water-only fasting – going for days or even weeks consuming nothing but water. While there may be some potential...