Tag: Ayurveda

These 4 ingredients Ayurvedic bliss balls are my go to wholesome dessert alternative. They are so delicious and easy to make. I used only 4 ingredients which are considered sattvic in Ayurveda. Sattvic means clean, wholesome and good for the body and mind qualities. Usually they include some other ingredients like nuts and seeds, some […]

This simple traditional Ayurvedic dal recipe is by far my go to meal and I prepare it several times during the week. In Ayurvedic cooking, dal is one of the most important and commonly used ingredients. It is known for being easy to digest, nourishing and supporting agni (digestive fire). There are different kinds of […]

The festive season is approaching and this means lots of delicious treats in the making. These Ayurvedic inspired cookies are not necessarily the sweetest because as most of you know, most of my recipes have no added sugar. But to give them a sweeter taste, I used dates and cinnamon. And for a dessert type […]

Ayurveda is a beautiful life science that resembles a holistic lifestyle of wellness and maintaining health. This is done by understanding our natural cycles, behaviours, tendencies, digestion type and much more. These all come down to the primary Ayurveda dosha of a person. According to Ayurveda, every person has a unique Ayurveda constitution from birth, […]

When it comes to the wellbeing of our skin, there are many factors to take in consideration which can have an effect on it. First our diet and what we eat on a daily basis; wholesome, nourishing food vs processed and tamastic food. Then our environment, because living in a crowded, busy city vs in […]

Understanding the connection between Ayurveda and Yoga can bring us closer to connecting with both in our daily life. I will try to simplify this post because there is so much information about both systems. However I will focus on the main points and a small introduction to both so that it is (hopefully) clear […]

When it comes to Ayurvedic lifestyle, digestion is one of the most important aspects to consider. According to Ayurveda, the way we digest food can give us a clear idea on the doshic imbalance one may be experiencing. Food contributes greatly to our overall health because it is our fuel. It can nourish our body […]

This Ayurveda inspired spiced cauliflower stew recipe is by far one of my favourites. It is vegan friendly and gluten-free. Cauliflower is an amazing vegetable known for its anti-inflammatory properties, making it a great vegetable for Pitta dosha. It is also high in antioxidants & Vitamin C, which help boost immunity; and there are many […]

The spiced quinoa coconut pudding is a delicious Ayurvedic dessert recipe. Although this can be taken as a sweet/dessert option, it can also be a meal in itself usually taken at breakfast time, but you can have it any time of the day. It’s very quick to make and it is vegan friendly and gluten-free. […]

The stewed spiced apricots is one of the many flavourful and healthy Ayurvedic desserts. It has no added sugar, 4 ingredients and it takes less than 15 minutes to cook. The sweetness of the apricots combined with the aroma of the cinnamon and cardamon mix makes this dish extra special. It is best served warm […]