Ayurveda (pronounced AH-YUR-VAY-DAH) is an ancient Indian health science which literally translates to, “The Science of Life.” While many have heard of yoga or meditation, others have yet to connect these healing practices with the larger body of work known as Ayurveda––practiced by millions of people around the world for the past 5,000 years.
Read MoreAccording to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) the particular element associated with Late Summer is Earth, which provides us with our physical and emotional stability, and gives so generously of itself at this time of year.
In the same way that Earth nurtures us, this season calls us to nourish and strengthen ourselves after the expansive growth and outer-directed movement of summer, to once again ground and centre ourselves. We take special care of our own centre, our Stomach and Spleen and digestion, what is most in need of regeneration during this season.
Read MoreHuman beings are designed to appreciate sweetness. Sweet is the taste of the first nourishment we know (breastmilk being somewhat sweet), and the flavour most prevalent in foods. This connection between the sweet flavour and mother’s milk reflects the way many cultures see the earth itself as a mother. It also highlights Traditional Chinese Medicine’s (TCM) association of the earth element with the sweet taste.
Read MoreA holistic health coach works with people to identify poor lifestyle choices, goals to overcome them, and a plan to meet those goals. They empower people to make real change, whether that’s dietary, environment, activity or any other area that’s negatively affecting an individual’s health.
Read MoreImagine your body is a fortress. Along the outer walls are the parapets where armed soldiers protect against invasion. Their attention is outward as they scan the distance. Inside the fort are ammunition, supplies, reinforcements and family. Your body, the fortress, is protected inside by nourishing foods and herbs for organs, blood, and for freeing circulation so that oxygen and hormones can move where needed…
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