Beyond cortisol and serotonin, several lesser-known biomarkers play a role in emotional regulation, stress response, and cognitive function. BDNF and GSH you probably have heard of due to the ever-pervasive supplement industry. But three here are widely unknown to the general public. The people who can greatly benefit from regulating them.
Read MorePitta-dominant individuals often exhibit heightened HPA (hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal) axis activity, leading to increased levels of cortisol and norepinephrine, hormones the research and supplement community harp on as responsible for stress response and alertness. It is true to an extent. But there are innumerable other molecules and pathways responsible for our biggest wellness concerns.
Read MoreThis Summer, every ray is a statement piece. As the sun lingers into sultry evenings, nature whispers secrets of transformation- inviting you to radiate with luminous skin and an enlightened inner glow. Ruled by Pitta- the dosha of heat, metabolism, and digestive fire- this season beckons you to embrace a metamorphosis that effortlessly marries cutting-edge science with time-honored tradition.
Read MoreFinding the so-called Right One takes more than a swipe and a list of objectives. No love story is as epic as Ram and Sita’s. Not every couple is as swoon-worthy as Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward. Dali and Gala remain surreal status symbols- dream couple, indeed. Have you become lethargic about love? From soulmate to twin flame, we either complement each other or are a Mary-Kate and Ashley oddity. Both really depend on one word.
Read MoreThe rise in Ayurveda’s visibility has made healthful living more mainstream, but how accessible is it? Like conventional medicine, traditional healing is ineffective without reasonable access- meaning affordability, availability, and awareness.
Read MoreChilled, iced but not diced. The disadvantages of low temperature beverages still needs research support.
Read MoreSo-called ‘food is medicine’ is not just about what you eat. It is about how it is prepared. That determines how it moves through your body, and how it harmonizes with your doshic energy. A meal, after all, is more than sustenance. It is transformation, a ritual, a moment of indulgence that shapes both body and mind.
Read MorePerfect for ladies who don’t lunch
Read MoreLists… Create and destroy them
Read MoreEat, sleep and feel your way to the original you
Read MoreAmanda, Iris and Miles gift their doshas
Read MoreGetting into the warm cozies with the right tea
Read MoreFrom breakfast sandwiches to wine stands
Read MoreHeat, in its most elemental form, is transformation. It is the catalyst that governs digestion, vision, circulation, and even the delicate balance of neurotransmitters. Ayurveda has long identified Pitta as the ruling force of fire within the body, dictating everything from metabolism to mood. It is both a gift and a force to be reckoned with- capable of energizing ambition or, left uncontrolled, igniting imbalance.
Read MoreAs the world warms to Eastern medicine, the question shifts from curiosity to accessibility. Where is Ayurveda going? How does it adapt to modern life, industrial diets, and a healthcare system driven by clinical data? More importantly, how do we ensure its integrity as it enters mainstream consciousness?
Read MoreWhat did I get myself into?
Read MoreEverything we consume feeds our emotions
Read MoreThe loss of love leads to the negative emotions depression (grief), anxiety and anger
Read MoreAyurveda is a personalized approach with an appreciation for all body types and shapes.
Read MoreReal food was just a formality to get to the dessert.
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