AYURVEDA WINTER ROUTINE
What environmental changes have you noticed lately ? Dryness ? Cold ? Darkness ? Dampness ? Winter is a season mainly governed by Kapha (water/earth elements) with occasional Vata (air/space elements) days. Main seasonal qualities are cold, wet, heavy, cloudy and slow with occasional bouts of dryness. It is necessary – if our body doesn’t […]
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DETOX GREENS
Why are greens always ordered last ? In Ayurveda, bitter and astringent tastes are an essential addition to every meal.
GREEN LENTIL SOUP (FAKES)
Another greek inspired dish made Ayurvedic friendly. Fakes or green lentil soup is a nourishing and grounding dish that can be enjoyed in the winter or even in the summer as a salad with quinoa, rocket and cranberries. The original greek recipe is served with feta cheese but this is not recommended from an Ayurveda […]
UNCTUOUS FAVA (YELLOW SPLIT PEAS PUREE)
This unctuous Fava (yellow split pea puree) recipe has been adapted from a traditional greek recipe to suit vata and pitta constitutions alike. It is a great alternative to hummus.
COOLING BOILED GREENS
Boiled greens are a healthy & cooling side dish that help balance any meal. They support body detoxification by clearing the liver, help reduce inflammation through their cooling nature. A particular great dish for pitta and kapha constitution.
WEIGHT LOSS BREAKFAST PORRIDGE
This weight loss breakfast recipe is satisfying and will help prevent snacking during the day.
AYURVEDIC BAKED FRUITS
Baked fruits are a quick and healthy breakfast or snack option for all Ayurvedic constitutions.Vata may appreciate baked fruits with melted ghee, high Pitta constitutions may slightly reduce the amount of cinnamon and choose sweeter fruit types, whilst Kapha constitutions may choose sour fruits such as pineapple and be generous with spices.
HEALTHY VEGETABLE RECIPE
During a trip to Kerala last autumn, our host Dr.C.V.Priyatha Dev, shared with us this easy and healthy vegetable recipe. Lightly spiced with turmeric, this Ayurvedic vegetable recipe makes a perfect side dish for chicken, fish, dhal, pasta and rice.
VEGETABLE CURRY RECIPE
An alternative vegetable curry recipe suitable for all constitutions. Light to digest, rich in flavours and balancing qualities, this Ayurvedic vegetable curry recipe is perfect served with plain basmati rice or roti and protein such as lentils, tofu, fish or chicken!