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Summertime and the living is easy…

…or at least it should be. However, as the sun gets stronger, we can start ...

An Ayurvedic Autumn (Part 2)

At this time of year we can see the qualities of Vata very clearly in ...

An Ayurvedic Autumn

The junction between seasons is an important transition time in Ayurveda.  It is a favoured ...

Wherever there’s life, there’s Ayurveda

I often get asked about Ayurveda.  Some people know the literal definition – the science ...

The five elements and the doshas

The five elements as defined by Ayurveda are Space, Air, Fire, Water and Earth.  All ...

Prakriti and Vikriti

Prakriti is your basic body type.  This body type arises from a unique combination of ...

Agni and Ama

The term Agni is used in Ayurveda to signify digestive capability.  A strong Agni is ...

Herb Profile: Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha.  It’s certainly the herb of the moment and is included as a “magic” ingredient ...

Early to bed, early to rise…

This quaint, old proverb reflects what Ayurveda knows to be true and what modern science ...

Herb Profile: Shatavari

Shatavari.  A herb perhaps best known for treating a wide range of gynaecological issues but ...