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An introduction to herbal energetics

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

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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...

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Ayurvedic herbal classifications glossary

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

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Traditional eye care techniques in Ayurvedic medicine

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

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Ayurvedic lifestyle tips based on circadian rhythms  

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

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How to become a Herbalist

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

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Keeping your lungs healthy

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

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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...

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

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

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The Art & Science of Herbal Formulation: Ayurvedic Formulation

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

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Cleansing from the Ayurvedic perspective: Which cleanse is suitable?

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

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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...

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5 herbs to enhance your mood in winter

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

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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....

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Ayurveda and Immunity: Thriving the Ayurvedic Way

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

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The lipid layer: Medas dhatu, health and balanced weight

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

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Your Ayurvedic menstrual cycle

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

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An Ayurvedic perspective on arthritis

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

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Skin inflammations in Ayurveda

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

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Ulcerative colitis and dysentery

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

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The Ayurvedic approach to digestive health and nutrition

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

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Seasonal eating and fasting with Ayurveda

The change in atmosphere and temperature moving from the bright summer months into the...

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