ValerieOct 15, 20213 minThe Healing Properties of Pumpkin Pie SpicePumpkin Pie Spice is actually a blend of medicinal spices with just the right medicinal properties for the winter season.
ValerieSep 30, 20213 minCozy up with Spiced Apple Barley BreakfastCozy up with a warm bowl of spiced apple barley breakfast cereal. Barley is a wonderful, lighter alternative to oatmeal.
ValerieJun 30, 20215 minDon't take away my pizza!A critical discussion: A hot topic both in modern nutrition and Ayurveda, we explore food combining and its potential benefits.
ValerieJun 1, 20215 minWhat in the world is variable digestion? Hint: Vata!Gas, dryness, and constipation, oh my! Read on to find out what causes these vata-type digestive symptoms and simple ways to alleviate them.
ValerieMay 17, 20214 min5 Ways to Sooth Burning (pitta) IndigestionBurning indigestion is a cardinal sign of pitta imbalance in the digestive system. Follow these 5 simple practices for long-term relief.
ValerieMay 4, 20214 min5 Tips for Balancing Sluggish Digestion (Kapha)Follow these 5 Ayurvedic tips to balance sluggish, heavy digestion caused by kapha dosha.
ValerieMar 3, 20215 minReflections: Kitchari ResetWhat I learned from eating only rice, beans, oats, and fresh produce for one week This past week, Ashtanga Yoga Long Beach and Intrepid...
ValerieFeb 5, 20215 minGhee, a lesson in Slowing DownMaking cultured ghee all the way from yogurt and cultured cream is a beautiful exercise in patience and attention.
ValerieOct 8, 20203 minKyushoku: Cultivating Sattva with Japanese School Lunch"I-tada-ki-ma-su!" In a school classroom in Japan, is time for kyushoku, or school lunch. Each of thirty pairs of tiny hands joins...
-Aug 9, 20203 minKitchari & the Six TastesUsing an overview of the six tastes in Ayurveda, you can adjust my basic kitchari recipe to suit your doshic and dietary needs.