All things Health …

Today has been a rainy day here in Vancouver. I know, I know, rain is good for the grass and flowers and the environment and so many other things too but sometimes all you want to see is a beautiful sunny day & to soak up the warmth and vitamin D while getting a bit of a tan!

It may seem like such a nutritional disaster for a lot of people who end up deciding to give up entirely on the quest to eat healthy during the holidays, but there is a way to indulge in your favorite holiday meals and treats WITHOUT giving up on all your nutritional goals for 2 (or more) weeks straight!.

This Lentil Dhal with Spinach Sauce is one of the most delicious, soul-satisfying plant-based, Indian meals! This version is fragrant, flavorful and packed with nutrients!

his mushroom risotto recipe is one of the most delicious variations on the basic risotto recipe. Making a risotto is a time-intensive process, but don’t be overwhelmed it’s not too complicated and done right you will be richly rewarded with a wonderful wonderrful dish!!!

Ayurvedic principles hold that any disease is the result of some sort of imbalance in the body. This includes maintaining proper digestive health, which requires a diverse microbiome with plenty of good bacteria.

Leek and Potato Soup is a thick and creamy classic soup that starts with onions in which leeks are slowly sautéed to bring out the sweet flavour. YUUUM

Lusciously creamy, yet cream-less, cauliflower soup!! This cauliflower soup recipe will absolutely satisfy your craving for warm, creamy soup.

Golden milk is also known as Haldi or Turmeric milk. Its a traditional Indian drink that has recently gained popularity in the west thanks to the increasing visibility of Ayurveda and Yoga.

Ending the day with a tonic is a great evening ritual. While the routine alone creates a calm setting, you can choose to add ingredients to your tonic based on how you feel and how your day and week have been.

According to Ayurveda, health is our natural, balanced state. Ayurveda defines the many substances and influences, both internal and external, that are beneficial and detrimental to our bodies. Learn how to keep your cool and balance your Pitta.