Cumin coriander fennel tea (CCF) A combination of three classic culinary spices—cumin, coriander and fennel—this tea increases blood circulation in the digestive system, aids in the absorption of nutrients and stimulates the lymphatic system. When it comes to boosting your digestive system, this tea is a game changer! ½ teaspoon cumin seeds ½ teaspoon coriander seeds ½ teaspoon fennel seeds 4-5 cups of water Heat the water in a pot. Add the seeds. Allow the tea to boil fo

Last week I touched on the importance of good digestion and gut health . As we may already know, eating poorly or eating food that is not suitable for one’s specific body constitution can lead to digestive issues. However, the manner in which we eat, when we eat and our habits around eating can also have an impact on our gut health. Getting to the root cause of digestive issues requires some Ayurvedic detective work, but there are some simple steps one can take in efforts

According to Ayurveda, one should have a daily well-formed bowel movement . This is a sign of good digestion, a healthy gut and a well-balanced diet. Unfortunately, constipation has become a very common complaint. If this is something that you are experiencing then take a closer look at your diet - are you getting adequate fiber? Are you drinking enough fluids? Are you getting enough exercise? If you need a little nudge, then here is a simple home remedy that you could try

Lately, I’ve been receiving a lot of questions about digestive issues . So I thought this would be a good opportunity to explore Gut Health - the main focus of Ayurveda - long before it became a buzzword. You may be familiar with the well known saying - ‘ You are what you eat .’ This phrase focuses only on the food but this shouldn’t be the case. In Ayurveda we say - ‘ You are what you digest ’ which emphasizes the importance of how food is digested and absorbed from the

If you’re tired of "band-aid" solutions for your health, it might be time to explore a system of medicine that has stood the test of time for thousands of years. Ayurveda  is essentially the original 'biohacking' system, designed to optimize your health with its primary focus on disease prevention and longevity. Here are 6 reasons to give it a shot: Offers time-tested holistic solutions Originating in India over 3,000 years ago, Ayurveda is one of the most comprehensive holis