Why Olive Oil Deserves a Place in Every Health-Conscious Indian Kitchen?
Zainab walked into my clinic frustrated and confused. At 45, she wanted to improve her family’s health through better cooking but felt lost in all...
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Ayurvedic principle of Kala Bhojana: Eating at the Right Time for Optimal Health
The clock is always ticking, but are you listening to its cues when it comes to nourishing your body? Ayurveda has long emphasized the importance...
The Deadly Consequences of Skipping Your BP Medication
Velu is a knowledgeable, accomplished man. He has a nuanced understanding of everything from global politics to carbon credits. But when it comes to taking...
Jaggery for Diabetics: Not So Sweet After All
Narain: Doctor, I’ve been using jaggery instead of sugar in my coffee. A diabetic friend told me jaggery is good for us. What do you think?...
Moringa (Shigru): The Ayurvedic Superfood Taking the World by Storm
In recent years, Moringa oleifera, commonly known as Moringa or Shigru in Ayurveda, has gained significant attention globally due to its remarkable nutritional profile and...
Ancient Healing Secrets of the Humble Jackfruit
In Sanskrit, it’s known as panasa. In Ayurveda, it’s cherished as a balya – a strengthening, nourishing tonic. I’m talking about none other than the...
The Ayurvedic Concept of Nitya Virechana: A Daily Detox for Optimal Health
In the journey of life, our bodies are the vessels that carry us through the ebb and flow of existence. Just as a ship requires...
The Ayurvedic Concept of Srotas: Channels of Life
The body is a network of rivers. Rivers of blood, rivers of lymph, rivers of breath, and bile and sweat. In Ayurveda, we call these rivers...
The Ayurvedic Concept of Quality of Life : Hitayu, Ahitayu, Sukhayu and Dukhayu
The Ayurvedic Concept of Quality of Life : Hitayu, Ahitayu, Sukhayu and Dukhayu...
Can Diabetics Eat Sugar and Take More Medication? The Harmful Reality
I once had a patient named Raj. He was a friendly fellow, always ready with a joke and a smile. But beneath that jovial exterior,...