Continuing on with the Strength series, I’d like to jump into the first of the 7 functional movements . The squat - my favorite. This, as the saying goes, is the best bang for your buck! One movement that effectively works your glutes, quadriceps, hamstrings, abdominals and calves. Squatting is actually an innate movement. Observe a toddler and you’ll lose count of how many times they squat and stand while going about their business. Unfortunately, the ability to perform this

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