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By now, we all know that doshas are an integral part of Ayurveda. Whether your dominant dosha is vata, kapha or pitta can have a profound effect on different aspect of your lifestyle including diet, exercise, hygiene and sleep. However, today we’re going to be discussing another important part of Ayurveda- guanas! According to Hinduism, the universe is made up of an energy called Prakriti. Within this energy is emerges three qualities known as guanas. Sattva, raja and tama, are these three qualities which not only make up everything in our universe, but our entire wellbeing as well. These qualities...

When it comes to digestion, many who study Ayurveda believe that it has a major impact on your overall health. It all comes down to your agni! This is a Sanskrit word that literally translates into fire. We have multiple fires throughout our body, including one in the mind and another in the intestines. This fire (which is known as your Jathara agni)  is absolutely essential to understanding Ayurveda, every imbalance or feeling of unease can be traced right back to your agni. From preventing the build-up of toxins, improving intelligence and awareness and regulating your emotions, agni plays an...

We all have those days when there's nothing we would rather do than curl up in your comfiest pyjamas and have a nice long nap, no matter what time of day it is. Whether you're feeling tired from a stressful day of meeting deadlines at work, or running after the kids all day, sometimes that tired feeling is simply unavoidable. But you can't let those negative feelings win! Your precious day should be yours to conquer and make the most of, not spent yawning and rubbing those tired red eyes. The answer to those sleepy woes is simple, you just...

We all need a treat once in a while! Whether it’s a lovely bubble bath or a delicious rich snack like our red velvet cake, one thing is for sure, you definitely deserve it! Today we’re going to tell you about a whole new other way to treat yourself that is not only a fulfilling experience but great for your overall health too! We’re of course talking about massage! Now as nice as it would be to schedule an appointment at your favourite spa every week, it’s not always manageable. Once again Ayurveda has the solution for all our pampering...

Ever just had one of those sleepless nights where no matter how hard you try, you just can't find that perfectly comfortable position? And even more dauntingly, the amount of time until you need to wake up is slowly wilting away until you're left with a blaring alarm and tired eyes. We've all been there, and as annoying and frustrating it may be, a lack of sleep can lead to much more serious consequences. We spend at least one third of our lives sleeping, those recommended eight hours per night can have a major impact on your health. This is...