ASHWAGANDHA AND MENTAL HEALTH

ASHWAGANDHA AND MENTAL HEALTH

Ashwagandha, an adaptogen from the Ayurvedic tradition is becoming increasingly popular with doctors and their patients. It has been used for thousands of years in India to support health and cultivate the mind. Current research is shedding light on the many ways...
A HEALTHY WOMAN’S CYCLE

A HEALTHY WOMAN’S CYCLE

A Healthy Woman’s Cycle “Swasthyavrit: Circle of Health” In continuation of this series on “Swasthyavrit,” we are going to take a look at what the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda has to offer regarding maintaining a healthy monthly cycle. Menstruation According to Ayurveda...
EYE, EAR, & NOSE HEALTH

EYE, EAR, & NOSE HEALTH

Eye, Ear, & Nose Health “Swasthyavrit: Circle of Health” In continuation of this series on “Swasthyavrit,” we are going to take a look at what the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda has to offer for the other sense organs: eyes, ears, and nose. Ayurveda & the Eyes The...
PHOSPHATIDYLSERINE’S MULTIPLE BENEFITS

PHOSPHATIDYLSERINE’S MULTIPLE BENEFITS

Phosphatidylserine, popularly known as PS, is an important phospholipid, deficiencies of which are associated with cognitive impairments[1]. Located in the internal layer of the cell membrane, PS performs various unique regulatory and structural functions. It is one...
ORAL HEALTH – DANTA SWASTHYA

ORAL HEALTH – DANTA SWASTHYA

“Swasthyavrit: Circle of Health” In continuation of this series on “Swasthyavrit,” we are going to take a look at what the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda has to offer for oral health. Just like any body system or organ, Ayurveda has its individualistic approach in looking...
HEALTHY SKIN

HEALTHY SKIN

Healthy Skin “Swasthyavrit: Circle of Health” In continuation of this series on “Swasthyavrit,” we are going to take a look at what the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda has to offer for skin health. Ayurveda & Skin Each dosha withholds characteristics that help define...
TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS AND CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH

TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS AND CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH

TRIBULUS TERRESTRIS AND CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH Tribulus terrestris is well-known in the US for its beneficial effects on testosterone levels and men’s health. However, it is also an excellent herb for the cardiovascular system. Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine...
HEALTHY HAIR AND SCALP

HEALTHY HAIR AND SCALP

Healthy Hair and Scalp “Swasthyavrit: Circle of Health” Ayurveda and “Health” Ayurveda, translating to “life knowledge,” provides wisdom for attaining and maintaining a balanced state of health. Its 5,000-year old wisdom relates health to the absence of disease. If we...