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Winter is a season when our body naturally stores energy and builds strength, but it can also be a time when toxins (ama) accumulate due to rich diet, less physical activity, and slower metabolism leading to weight gain. An Ayurvedic winter detox helps eliminate toxins, boosts immunity, and restores balance. Key elements of an Ayurvedic […]

Food is what nourishes our body and soul.  It keeps us healthy and is foundation of our growth and development. Our ancestors have been eating seasonal and fresh foods all their lives and most of them and never worried about weight gain. This is because they had a pretty active lifestyle and lived mindfully. In

Putting on some extra weight is natural in winters. Rich and heavy foods like cakes, piping hot halwas, puris, paranthas, chhole bhature and jalebis are loved by people of all ages. Thanks to our convenient home delivery system, you do not even have to cook or step out to eat. All favourite foods are available

Winter can have a significant impact on liver function due to the seasonal changes in temperature, metabolism, and dietary habits. As temperature drops in winters, our body works harder to maintain body temperature, which can put an extra stress on our liver. Moreover, temperature drops in winter can also impact our immune system, making us

The liver is the largest internal organ in the body responsible for some of the very important functions in our body like detoxification, digestion, and maintaining overall health. We are exposed to many influences every day  that create toxins, such as chemicals and preservatives in foods, medicines, drugs, alcohol ,emotional and mental stress, and the

Our body and mind are connected to nature’s cycles through seasons and day and night cycles. Our metabolism, moods, productivity are all impacted by changes in nature. Winter Blues refers to mild feelings of sadness, low energy, or lack of motivation that some people experience during the colder, darker months. It is not a clinical

As the temperature drops and winter sets in, we face various health challenges as our body tries to adjust to the weather changes. Some people suffer from respiratory illnesses, some joint pains and stiffness and others have digestive issues. In Ayurveda, winter is associated with Vata dosha and kapha dominance, as both have cold qualities.

Winter, or Shishira Ritu in Ayurveda, is a time dominated by the Kapha dosha which has (cold, heavy, moist qualities. Vata dosha can also increase due to the cold and dry weather. During winter digestion becomes sluggish (weaker agni or digestive fire), susceptibility to colds and cough increases and lethargy and stiffness sets in. There

Winter becomes enjoyable with variety of tasty foods that we get to eat. But some people may suffer from gas and bloating due to their food habits, lifestyle or certain health conditions and medications. Winter changes our lifestyle in a way that people are less physically active and eat heavier foods. Consumption of too much

Cold season can take a toll on the skin and body. The temperature drops, the water content in the air decreases, and this has a direct effect on the skin. Skin being the most exposed part of the body, needs much love and care in the cold season. The dryness in the air makes it