by Dr. Deepak Bhanot | May 25, 2017 | About Ayurveda, Diet + Lifestyle
A Pitta Vata diet can be a bit confusing. It might be interesting for you to know though, that the dual prakriti (body type) is the commonest form of prakriti. So if you’re wondering how to cater to two doshas that are opposite in nature, you’re not alone! ...
by Sera Melini | May 24, 2017 | Diet + Lifestyle | Reviewed by Dr. Deepak Bhanot
In Sanskrit, there are myriad words for rice describing their many states of being, presentation, and consumption. One common word is अन्न, “anna,” which can translate to mean rice that is ready to eat. This word is also seen dancing through the Vedas relating to the...
by Dr. Rajat Sharma | Jan 19, 2017 | Diet + Lifestyle | Reviewed by Dr. Deepak Bhanot
Pitta, a combination of the fire and water elements has the qualities of being hot, sharp, penetrating, oily, light, spreading, and liquid. Let’s take a look at ways to fight Pitta inflammation. The functions of Pitta include: Digestion, absorption, and assimilation...
by Eden Tosch | Jun 27, 2014 | Diet + Lifestyle, Healthy Living | Reviewed by Dr. Deepak Bhanot
In an Ayurveda Diet, nutrition does not have a concept of vitamins, minerals, calories, and nutrients as modern science does. It is always interesting to consider ‘nutrition’ from an Ayurvedic perspective. So we had to consider other ways to navigate what is good to...
by The Ayurveda Experience | Mar 22, 2013 | Uncategorized | Reviewed by Dr. Deepak Bhanot
Kitchari or Khichdi is a delicious, soup-like meal that’s both nourishing to the body and easy on the digestive system. A vegetarian ‘chicken soup’, if you will. This particular recipe is a perfect spring kitchari. This recipe is well-spiced and light. Once mastered,...
