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An introduction to herbal energetics

Herbal energetics are the descriptions Herbalists have given to plants based on the direct...

The use of guggulu in Ayurveda and how to prepare it

Guggulu is a highly medicinal preparation in Ayurveda, made from a tree resin. It...

Ayurvedic herbal classifications glossary

We put together a list of the most important terms in an Ayurvedic herbal...

Traditional eye care techniques in Ayurvedic medicine

Ayurveda is rich in techniques and practises to cleanse and rebalance the body. We...

Ayurvedic lifestyle tips based on circadian rhythms

John Douillard explains how to incorporate ancient Ayurvedic rejuvenation techniques into our daily life.

How to become a Herbalist

There are many things to think about when training in herbalism.

Keeping your lungs healthy

Shaylee Grant explores what we need to keep our lungs healthy.

Toward a sustainable future for frankincense: An ancient medicine in a modern world

Dr. Anjanette DeCarlo and Stephen Johnson explore the many changes the sustainable trade in...

Aphrodisiac plants used in Ayurveda: Complex formulas, ancient and modern

Matthew Clark takes a historical glimpse at plants and formulations used in Ayurveda as...

The art and science of herbal formulation: Ayurvedic formulation

Herbalist Sebastian Pole explores the creation of Ayurvedic formulas which is based on some...

Cleansing from the Ayurvedic perspective: Which cleanse is suitable?

Jo Webber explores why short periods of regular cleansing are an important part of...

Cleansing from the Ayurvedic perspective: Why do we need ‘to cleanse’?

Jo Webber explores why not feeling our best offers an invitation from our bodies...

5 herbs to enhance your mood in winter

These five herbs bring the comforting qualities of nature inside us helping lift our...

A history of Ayurveda and the growth of the Materia Medica

Herbalist Sebastian Pole gives a broad overview of ancient Indian culture and Ayurvedic history....

Ayurveda and immunity: Thriving the Ayurvedic way

Ayurveda presents some excellent philosophy and guidance on how we can maintain a healthy...

The lipid layer: Medas dhatu, health and balanced weight

Our lipid layer protects, comforts and nourishes our whole body. Here we delve into...

Your Ayurvedic menstrual cycle

In Ayurveda, the menstrual cycle has its very own Vata, Kapha and Pitta stage....

An Ayurvedic perspective on arthritis

The seasonal change that takes place moving from the heat of summer to the...

Skin inflammations in Ayurveda

Skin inflammations are becoming increasingly common, with atopic dermatitis or eczema affecting 1–3% of...

Ulcerative colitis and dysentery

In this article we will consider dysentery, known as pravahika, from the standpoint of...

The Ayurvedic approach to digestive health and nutrition

In this article Sebastian Pole looks at the Ayurvedic perspective of how both the...

Seasonal eating and fasting with Ayurveda

Our digestive system adapts to the seasons throughout the year. Herbalist Sebastian Pole explores...

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