In a new study published in the British Journal of Nutrition, scientists compared animal proteins to plant proteins and evaluated their impact on type 2 diabetes (T2D) risk. While high-protein diets, high-animal protein diets and a diet of processed red meats have been linked to increased diabetes risk in many studies, this was the first […]
Mantra: The Power of a Word
New research has shed new light on how the silent repeating of a word – any word – can have profound physiological benefits. In a 2015 study in the Brain and Behavior journal, the silent repetition of the non-descript word “one” was found to globally calm all parts of the brain in 23 volunteers who […]
Summer Grocery List – Pitta Balancing Diet
July-October Why Live and Eat Seasonally? When we adjust our diet and lifestyle to match the season, health-promoting digestive microbes dramatically change. Summer microbes support balanced immunity, digestion, mood, energy, blood sugar, weight, sleep – and much more. Summer is also associated with the qualities of ‘Pitta,’ which are hot, light and dry. To stay […]
3-Season Diet eBook Flash Sale
ONLY $1.99 UNTIL JULY 30TH ABOUT THE 3-SEASON DIET by DR. JOHN DOUILLARD, DC, CAP Restore balance to your daily life with The 3-Season Diet! Derived from a 5,000-year-old traditional medical system, the 3-season diet does what no other diet will: work along with the body’s natural response to the changing seasons to feed the […]
When to Use Whole Herbs vs. Extracts
When shopping for herbal supplements, few people realize the differences that exist from one brand to the next. There is new evidence that provides deep insight into the differences between herbal extracts and an unprocessed, naturally dried product. While extracts have been considered to be a more concentrated, therefore more potent, bang for your buck, […]
Oil Pulling: Does How Long You Do It Matter?
Coconut oil is great for oral health because of its antimicrobial properties, however, the way you are using it may be holding you back from it’s most potent health benefits! Some people are brushing with with coconut oil, or trying out oil pulling for a few minutes here and there. While brushing with coconut oil […]
10 Must-Knows About Homocysteine, 5-MTHF and B12
For years, homocysteine has been a reliable marker in blood tests for increased risk of heart health concerns. New research has linked chronically high levels of homocysteine to mood-related concerns, cognitive issues and memory concerns. Below are the top 10 things you should know about homocysteine. Homocysteine is a non-protein amino acid that is produced by […]
Dhanurveda: Spiritual Archery & The Vedic Science of Transformation
The Veda’s are considered to be the oldest written recordings that describe, often in metaphors, ancient principles, practices and spirituality. The word “Veda” means knowledge or truth. There are 4 major texts in the Vedic literature: Rig Veda – “The Book of Mantra” Sama Veda – “The Book of Song” Yajur Veda – “The Book […]
Episode 46: Cool Your Pitta This Summer
A core principle of healing and wellness in Ayurveda is understanding the connection between one’s body type and mother nature. There are 3 main body types also known as doshas: Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The three body types are reflections of the qualities of nature: Vata = air & ether, Pitta = fire & water, […]
Balance Your Pitta Body Type This Summer
Do the words burn-out, hot head, fired up, irritable, rage, anger or rash spark familiarity in you? All of these words reflect imbalances that are caused by excess heat in the body. Ayurveda calls this heat “pitta.” Each summer, a slow and steady accumulation of heat builds up both in the environment and in the […]
Why You Should Eat Cherries In The Summer
The bright, hot days of summer are upon us, and what better way to beat the heat than with nature’s bounty: cherries! I think of cherries as half berry and half fruit – the last berry of the spring and the first fruit of the summer. While they look like a small fruit, they deliver […]
Infographic: Ghee And Your Microbes
Ghee is the crown jewel that joins Ayurvedic medicine and Indian cooking. A delicate, aromatic substance that is solid at room temperature and melts into a liquid as it warms, ghee is made by boiling off the milk solids from unsalted butter—leaving only the golden oil behind. This oil can be used for cooking, and […]
