Many of us may know mung beans in their sprouted form, the long white crunchy “veggie” used in many Chinese or Vietnamese stir fries and other dishes. But the mung bean legume (not vegetable) has many forms: whole, split with skins … Continued
According to Ayurveda, three vital body energies (doshas) govern the functions of the body, which again reflect the Five Elements: Kapha (Water + Earth), Pitta (Fire + Water), and Vata (Air + Ether). We are each made up of a … Continued
Seeing aspects of the world as reflected through the lens of the five great elements – ether, air, fire, water and earth - has provided me many practical tools in understanding and addressing my own health and well-being. (click here … Continued
A concept of Ayurveda that intrigues me immensely is the “Panchamahabhutas†(in sanskrit) or, the five great elements. For some reason this overarching frame of reference makes absolute sense to me, and in my eyes provides a beautiful depiction of … Continued
This is our all time favorite breakfast. You can even make it the night before, and take it on the go if you’re short on time in the a.m. – just add warm water before eating. 1 cup Rolled Oats … Continued
I’m still experimenting, and will comment more as I eventually address many of these foods in more detail. But here are a few ideas for substitutes of the most common nightshades. Note: I explain the adverse effects of nightshades in … Continued
From what I can tell, nightshades aren’t so good for us – in mind, body or spirit. They are what I would call a “sattvic-inhibitor.† (see this post for more about Sattvic foods). Alas, nightshades include the common and well-loved … Continued
This was a favorite for us over the holidays, and we simply haven’t stopped craving or making it! It’s super easy, tasty, and good for you too. 4-5 sweet potatoes 2Â clove garlic 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons rock salt … Continued
Despite their naturally sweet taste and highly nutritive quality – far surpassing that of the common white-baking “potato†– sweet potatoes have had a hard time standing their own ground. Given their namesake, they are often mistaken as the common … Continued
