Seasonal Recipe: Sattvic Green Soup for Spring
This simple sattvic soup blends spring’s vibrant asparagus, bright bitter greens, and hints of warming spices to leave you feeling light, clean, and energized.
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Awakening New Beginnings
Spring is a time to make way for the new and plant seeds of possibility. Discover some simple ways to embrace the natural opportunities that this season brings.
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The Ayurvedic Perspective on Milk
Fresh dairy from the farm is not always possible. So, what can we do? Here is some information on milk and milk alternatives from an Ayurvedic perspective.
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Springtime Rejuvenating Red Dal Recipe
In this tasty springtime recipe, red dal combines with vibrant, seasonal produce and carefully selected herbal allies to bring new life to your table.
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5 Things You Can Do to Restore Your Body After a Cleanse
While seasonal cleansing is important, what we do after a cleanse can be even more so. These rejuvenation practices will help you feel renewed and replenished.
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Tulsi (Holy Basil): Getting to Know Your Herbal Allies
Tulsi is one of those herbs that can benefit just about everyone. Get cozy with your tea and join us as we sing the well-earned praises of this Queen of...
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How Ayurveda Can Support Your Work from Home Routine
Working from home can feel like a mixed blessing. See how Ayurveda can optimize your work from home routine and help you feel focused, energized, and creative.
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Help! Do I Really Have to Stick with Kitchari for My Whole Cleanse? [video]
Must we really eat only kitchari during cleansing—even if we get sick of it? Learn more about kitchari and alternatives in case you hit a mid-cleanse slump.
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Rice Porridge Recipe
Rice porridge, also called congee, is a good breakfast for pitta and vata. This recipe calls for cumin, but you can add any spices that support digestion.
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Body Oiling and the Skin Microbiome
Just like the gut is teeming with beneficial bacteria, our skin is also home to essential microorganisms. Learn how using oil can support the skin's microbiome.
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What Is Agni, and Why Does It Matter During a Cleanse? [video]
Agni (the digestive fire) plays an important role in supporting healthy digestion—especially during an Ayurvedic cleanse. Learn more in this Ask Banyan article.
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Kale Chips Recipe with Kitchari Spice Mix
Are you craving something crunchy and savory? Whip up these tasty kale-chips! This plant-based recipe is perfect any time you need a healthy, yum-worthy snack..
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5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Cleansing
When done correctly, cleansing can rebuild your body from a place of nourishment and love. Here are five mistakes to avoid for a better cleansing experience.
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10 Yoga Poses for Relaxation & Calm
These ten simple postures can support the parasympathetic nervous system and create a sense of calm. Give them a try the next time you’re feeling out-of-sorts.
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The Spirit of Giving with Ola Obasi and Amy Branum
Our Community Grant Fund helps us enable Ayurvedic changemakers to better support their communities. Meet our 2020 recipients, Olatokunboh Obasi and Amy Branum.
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Get an Extra Boost with Ayurvedic Herbs for Energy
Nature has given us some pretty magical gifts for feeling energized. Here's a look at Ayurveda's top herbs and formulas that promote natural, sustained energy.
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What Is Kitchari & Why We Eat It for Cleansing
Kitchari is a dish of mung dal, basmati rice, and spices. Compared to today's diet trends, it might seem unusual, but here's why kitchari is ideal for cleansing.
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Ayurvedic Oatmeal Recipes for Every Dosha
Do you think of oatmeal as steaming, warm, sweet, and nourishing to your heart and soul? Or as sticky, gooey yumminess? It can be both, depending on your dosha!
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Ayurveda’s RPM: the Channels of Love
Many things can pull us out of our hearts. Learn how the pathways of rasa, prana, and manas can expand your ability to experience more love and joy in your...
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An Ayurvedic Approach to Meal Planning
How do you eat well in our busy, modern world? Planning meals for the week ahead can set you up for success and save time, money, and food waste along...
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4 Ashwagandha Recipes for Your Adrenals
During times of stress, our adrenal glands could use a little help. Enter ashwagandha!
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Loving Your Muscles & Joints with Mahanarayan Oil
Mahanarayan Oil acts as a powerful ally to support the health and longevity of the joints and muscles so that we can enjoy a long, full, and active life.
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Trust Your Gut: How the Enteric Nervous System Can Impact Your Mind
Ayurveda has long emphasized the connection between the gut and the brain. The enteric nervous system plays a vital role in this connection, affecting mood, health, and even your gut...
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5 Reasons to Start Putting Oil in Your Nose
Nasya, the practice of lubricating the nasal cavities and sinuses with herbal oil, can help ease mental and emotional stress and tension, among other benefits.
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