What Stage Of Life Are You In?
The stages of life relate to the three constitutions or dosha and are important in determining why we think and act in certain ways.
Knowing these stages of life can also be beneficial to our wellness because we can take the appropriate measures to stay balanced and healthy.
Most importantly, when we know what stage of life we are in, we can learn to accept ourselves more fully and embrace what we do in a more positive way.
Ayurveda stages of life
Kapha: From conception to late puberty (around age 15) is considered a Kapha stage of life because at this time we are still in the elements of water and earth, undergoing conception, growth and development.
Tissues are growing, expanding and becoming denser as we put on weight. Because Kapha is connected to emotions and feelings, it is at this time that we are emotionally dependent and receptive.
Our diet is more Kapha in nature so the body requires more dairy products and rich foods to provide nutrients for growth.
Most childhood diseases are of Kapha nature, with mucus, phlegm, colds, flu and swollen glands. Note: the elderly can also be Kapha in nature as they get more sluggish, put on weight, become less active and sometimes accumulate things. Continue reading
An Ayurveda Secret For Preventing Colds – Nasya
Right functioning of your nasal passage way and breathing freely through your nostrils is the secret for preventing colds.
It allows prana (energy) to directly enter your brain.
This subtle prana or life-force stimulates and rejuvenates your brain keeping it active, sharp and adaptable.
In addition, proper functioning of the nostrils help maintain your immune system and prevents disease as prana is able to flow more freely to all the tissues of your body.
Prana absorbed in the nasal passages becomes purified so that your lungs are able to absorb and extract the life-energy from it.
But, in order for prana to be absorbed effectively, you must keep your nasal passage clean.
The best way to clean your nostrils and nasal passage is through the Ayurvedic art of Nasya
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Why Ayurvedic Eating Is Healthy And Conscious – The Ultimate Diet For 2012
Today, there are hundreds if not thousands of diets and cleanses out there that guarantee weight loss, better health and ultimate wellness.
Do these diets really work…
The short answer is no because they don’t promote conscious eating.
In order for a food diet to work properly, you need to change your eating habits.
You need to create a way where you can eat consciously all the time.
Through my own experiments and research, I have found that most diets and cleanses are oriented towards quick results.
Most diets don’t address poor eating habits.
Many diets are developed by nutritionists and doctors that are trying to make money by selling you their own belief-systems and products – often backed by distorted research.
Eating the Ayurvedic way really works and I have discovered why it works by observing and learning from certain individuals who have long lasting health & wellness.
Some of these people have triumphed over some sort of disease or illness using the Ayurvedic diet.
The Ayurvedic Diet promotes moving beyond the obsession with eating.
It recognizes that change is a process, not a quick easy fix and that small, simple steps are required for success.
Ayurvedic eating follows mind-body awareness tips and strategies that will help you transform your life and bring new, everlasting health and wellness.
Ayurvedic eating dissolving poor consumption habits which is a major cause for sickness and disease.
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5 Reasons To Practice Yoga With The Ayurvedic Diet
Ayurveda recommends the practice of yoga postures as an important exercise program for optimal health and wellness.
The Yogis of India have practiced yoga postures for thousands of years to give them vigor, vitality and strength.
In fact many long-lived yogis both in the east and the west credit their health and longevity due to the practice of yoga.
On of my yoga teachers that I have studied yoga with claims that his mom at the ripe age of 100 yrs still does headstand everyday and feels great.
In Ayurveda, yoga postures are prescribed as important treatment measures for specific diseases.
Practicing yoga postures and having the right diet – the “Ayurvedic diet” are two of the most important aspects of Ayurveda.
Both of them work in synergy to create lasting health.
Therefore, it is important to have a regular yoga practice.
Yogic poses have tremendous therapeutic effects on the mind and body, provided they are done correctly.
Here are 5 reason why should practice yoga postures as a part of your Ayurvedic Wellness program. Continue reading
What is Ayurvedic Massage – Abhyanga And What Are The Benefits
Ayurvedic massage (abhyanga) is a self-applied massage done with certain oils to relax, rejuvenate and nourish the mind, body & spirit.
It is recommended daily or as often as one would like; it can be done in as little as 5 minutes or lasting up to 20 minutes, which feels quite nice.
Abhyanga is best done in the morning and will give you many benefits throughout the day.
Some of the benefits of Abhyanga or Ayurvedic massage include:
Healthy, radiant skin
Nourished and lubricated joints
Increased circulation in the body
Rejuvenation of the mind
Deep restful sleep especially if done before bed
Releasing of deep-seated toxins in the skin, joints, and tissues of the body
Slowing down of the aging process through diseases prevention such as arthritis
Calming of the mind and nervous system, promoting better focus and balanced emotions
Decreased anxiety and feelings of being overwhelmed and spaced-out (these are signs of excess Vata dosha – air and ether elements) in your system
The first thing you need to do before starting your massage is to choose body oil that is most suitable for you. Continue reading
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