Ayurveda is an ancient practice, with centuries of written history detailing medicinal traditions and practices. While not widely practiced in the United States, there are nonetheless pockets of practitioners to be found in most regions. If you’re acquainted with the supplement space, you may already know that many of these herbs and concoctions (like those […]
The first time a new customer finds their shatavari powder order at their door, it’s easy to wonder what to do next. Unless you regularly take natural supplements, you likely don’t handle powders very often. Dosing, preparation of shatavari powder (usually from the root, rhizomes, or stem), and consumption may seem a little daunting. Fortunately, […]
Holistic medical practice – often inspired by Eastern philosophies – are becoming more and more popular in the United States. People are expressing the desire to find healthy, natural, holistic ways of achieving wellness and balance, and for many people, they turn to Ayurveda. Ayurveda, with its rich 5,000 year history, is still the root […]
One thing we know for sure is this: we can never have enough good meal suggestions. And behind every great meal suggestion is a list of ingredients. Ideally, ingredients that are good for you and that help support your health (and that taste good, too). The sum of foods you eat is generally referred to […]
When looking for potential health benefits of supplements and traditional plant medicines, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with the lingo. After all, many of these words come from languages that have little to do with English. For people intimidated by the unfamiliarity of it all, it’s important to get to know these plants individually. Beneath […]
Andrographis, or Andrographis paniculata, is an herb native to southeast Asia, and is commonly known as the “King of Bitters.†For centuries it has played a role in Ayurvedic medicine serving a wide range of uses. The goal of an andrographis complex is most often to support normal immune system function. An andrographis complex can […]
Shatavari herb is a famous Ayurvedic medicine with a reputation for its potential benefits for women of all ages. While older women may find shatavari useful, especially during menopause, it has been most well known as a reproductive tonic for generations. (more…)
Before we get into listing and explaining, let’s take a second to remind ourselves about what chyawanprash is. Chyawanprash is a food created from ghee (Indian clarified butter), sugar, honey, Indian gooseberries, and dozens of traditional herbs and spices. Chyawanprash is a thick, dark substance, almost like molasses. It is sweet, sour, and herbally complex. […]
Chyawanprash is a lesser known jam that can be made with a choice of ingredients to personalize the taste and potential benefits. After learning about this tasty food that has roots dating back to the 4th century BC, maybe you’ll want to try this tasty Indian herbal tonic at home, and discover the potential chyawanprash […]
Chyawanprash is one of the most intriguing supplements available, with a history stretching all the way back to ancient Ayurveda. This jam of ghee, honey, herbs, and spices is reputed to support immune function and general wellness. It’s also a tasty addition to many foods you already enjoy. Whether you make your own chyawanprash at […]
