We can support an improved state of balance throughout the year by making a conscious effort to live in harmony with the cycles of nature and by regularly adjusting our lifestyle and habits to accommodate the arrival of each new season. As winter approaches the air becomes dry and cold and this exacerbates the Vata dosha and the Kapha dosha if it is also wet and cold. The principle of movement rules late autumn and winter and it is imperative to counteract this movement with

As we approach the heart of winter with its beautiful crisp days we also face the cold and flu season. Have you thought about turning to Ayurveda instead of using pharmaceuticals? Like most things health-related, it’s always best to begin with prevention. So, implement these remedies prior to, or at the first sign of a cold or flu, and carry them through as treatment if needed. - Amalaki is the Indian Gooseberry and can supplement and boost immunity, helping to ward off colds

People continue to turn to more drastic medical treatments to prevent and treat acne, however there are more holistic approaches such as following the philosophy of Ayurveda. Cosmeceuticals which include Ayurvedic natural botanicals prove effective in targeting acne without the harsh side effects of many modern medical treatments. Acne is the result of excessive secretions of sebum from the sebaceous glands which lead to blockage of the sebaceous ducts. Bacteria, even those n

While ageing is inevitable it doesn’t have to occur prematurely. One of the most significant areas of concern with premature ageing is the decline in the appearance of the skin. But the skin reflects inner health. So, the ancient philosophy of Ayurveda can slow ageing and significantly improve vitality by approaching the body as a whole system. It is thought that we progress through phases of the three doshas in our lives: from the earth and water of kapha in childhood, to th

As Mother’s Day approaches, we are reminded that the gift of life from our Mothers is like the gift of life from Mother Nature to all on earth. Vedic celebrations express gratitude to the Mother, the Father and then the Guru. The Mother is the spark of creation and movement of time; the power of her shakti (dynamism) materialising existence. Hindu guru, Amma, said “Nature is our first Mother. She nurtures us throughout our lives. Our birth mother may allow us to sit on her la