In our last post, we discussed the bare basics of Ayurveda. Today we’re bringing you a quick guide to balancing the doshas. To find out your primary and secondary doshas, take this easy quiz. https://www.banyanbotanicals.com/info/profile-quiz/part/0 Balancing Pitta Pitta imbalance is characterized by: -red, inflamed rashes, acne or cold sores -acute inflammation in body… Continue reading Quick Guide to Balancing Doshas
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Giving Back
This time of year many people are reminded of the true reason for the season and want to find ways to give back and help their communities. With current world circumstances, it can be a challenge to find meaningful ways to volunteer when traditional means are no longer an option. We’ve pulled together some great… Continue reading Giving Back
Weekly Round Up
CBD Though CBD is touted as a cure-all, there is no research backing this wonder-drug a miracle for disease. It will, however, treat symptoms like pain and nausea in patients who have not extensively used opioid-based pain killers. https://www.healthline.com/health-news/cannabidiol-wont-cure-ailments-but-it-can-help-with-pain-nausea#The-low-down-on-cannabidiol Healthier Diet Slashes Risk of Heart Disease One study published in European Heart Journal… Continue reading Weekly Round Up
Weekly Round Up
ADHD and Fructose A paper published in the journal Evolution and Human Behavior has revealed a possible link between fructose and ADHD, other neurodevelopmental disorders. Fructose is a simple sugar found in fruits, honey, fruit juices, and certain vegetables. Many processed foods contain High-Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS) made of corn starch. HFCS contributes to obesity,… Continue reading Weekly Round Up
Vitamins
As with supplements, vitamins are vital to the human body for proper growth, maintenance and function. Just like a car needs maintenance, our bodies need to be maintained to perform basic functions and keep us going at optimal levels. Not everyone can get all the necessary vitamins every single day just from diet alone. And… Continue reading Vitamins
Supplements
Many people living in developed countries believe supplements are simply hyped up snake oil. Unfortunately, the Standard American Diet (SAD) and others like it can result in many deficiencies, leading to feelings of sluggishness, fatigue, digestion issues and in some cases chronic illness and disease. The Standard American Diet is filled with processed and over-processed… Continue reading Supplements
Sugar Fix
It’s been well-documented that America has a sugar problem. It’s in everything from bread to marinara and peanut butter, and in copious amount compared to the rest of the world. Sugar has been found to increase risk of diabetes, heart disease, weight gain, acne, and so much more. If sugar is found in so many… Continue reading Sugar Fix
Herbs and Tinctures
Unlike Teas and Tisanes, Herbs and Tinctures can be a bit trickier to jump into, as they are of higher potency than a tea or tisane, and there are so many available it can be overwhelming to figure out what may be a good addition to your daily routine. Herbs can come in capsule or… Continue reading Herbs and Tinctures
Understanding Food Habits
As discussed in this month’s intro, understanding the how and why we eat is vital to changing our nutritional habits. One way to find deeper understanding in these often deeply ingrained habits is to keep a log of when we eat, what we eat, how much we eat and what we are feeling when we… Continue reading Understanding Food Habits