The year 2020 has taken a toll on most of us. This is due to the spread of a novel virus strain – COVID-19 throughout the globe. However, this wasn’t always the case. To begin with, it started out at a small food market in Wuhan (China) in late December. Following this, it traveled to […]

The Valerian herb is native to Europe and South Asia. However, it grows in North America as well. This contains an array of compounds which can lower stress and anxiety. Further, people often combine this with other herbs (such as hops or lemon balm) which causes calmness or sleepiness. Thus, this can treat various health […]

Pomegranates are one of the most amazing fruits you’ll find. These are fruits of tennis-ball size (technically berries) with origins in the middle east. However, today these grow in the Mediterranean and north India too. Most of the fruit parts – including the roots, bark, peel, and seeds – contain antioxidant-rich compounds. Thus, there are […]

The Kapikacchu plant also goes by the names Macuna Pruriens in Latin and Kaunch in sanskrit. Alternatively, people call this the velvet bean or cowhage in English. It contains a holistic composition – namely that of crude protein (11-23%) and crude fibre (35-40%). In this manner, it brings balance to the body’s endocrine, reproductive, and […]

Have you ever felt a connection above and beyond yourself? A truly spiritual person embodies such connections. Further, they rest faith in the universe which keeps them driven and motivated. Alongside, there are daily rituals they follow, such as journaling and expressing gratitude. Spirituality, thus, is both a belief and a practice. It truly becomes […]

The Ashwagandha herb is a staple of Ayurveda. In other words, it is one of the most popular Ayurvedic herbs; also going by the names Witharia Somnifera (in Latin) or Asgandh (in Sanskrit). This is an ancient medical ‘adaptogenic’ herb since it eases stress. Further, you can steer clear of all forms of illnesses through regular use. […]

Ayurveda suggests a wide range of natural herbs and flowers for good health. The Ashoka herb, for instance, is one of them. Also going by the latin name Sara Indica or Ayurvedic term Asogam, it regulates hormones and functioning across bodily systems. Further, people globally know this herb for its beautiful foliage and fragrant flowers. […]

We face a number of stressors in our lives today. These ultimately take a toll on our productivity levels and work output. Further, it is infectious and can affect those around us. Hence, it reduces the overall health of the individual and their community. Thus, you should adopt a lifestyle that caters to both your […]

7.1: Role and Impact of Taste The action of tasting your food can significantly impact your body. The Sanskrit word for taste, Rasa, has a number of potent meanings. Some of the most common ones are experience, enthusiasm, juice, plasma and essence. These diverse meanings give a hint of the significance of taste within Ayurvedic […]