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What you eat at night affects your sleep. Some foods promote relaxation and are easy on the digestive system, whereas some are heavy and sleep disruptive in nature. Eating the wrong foods before bedtime can be bad for both sleep and overall health. Let us discuss some of the best and worst foods to eat […]

Smoking tobacco is one of the leading causes of preventable deaths in the world. The ill effects of smoking on our system have been researched extensively. It is responsible for many diseases which can be fatal. Nicotine in tobacco is a highly addictive substance that keeps people hooked on smoking and increases the risk of

In today’s time when most people are night owls, late-night snacking has become a normal thing. If you had your dinner around 8 or 9 pm, it is natural to feel hungry at 1 am. Usually, late dinners and late-night snacking are not considered a healthy habit. It’s bad for your blood sugar and may

Chyawanprash is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal formulation that has been used since ancient times. It helps to restore drained reserves of life force (Ojas) and preserves strength, stamina, and vitality, thereby slowing aging process. It is named after a sage  named Chyawan who, according to legend, was the first to prepare this paste. Various ancient

Metabolic waste refers to the stuff your body doesn’t need any more after it has used up food and oxygen to make energy and carry out other bodily functions. Imagine when you eat food, your body breaks it down to get the energy it needs to function, just like how a car needs fuel to

Ayurvedic formulations have been used for centuries in traditional Indian medicine for various illnesses and health purposes. We believe that these medicines must be safer than their allopathic counterparts as these are mostly derived from natural sources. Most of these formulations are derived from herbs, minerals, metals, and non-metals.  For the last few years, there

Physiologically, the gut typically refers to the gastrointestinal tract, including the stomach and intestines, where digestion and absorption of nutrients occur. Since the gut is primarily responsible for providing nutrition and energy to the body, it is crucial that it remains healthy. When we talk about gut health, it refers to the balance and proper

Ghee is a type of clarified butter that originated in ancient India and is a highly revered ingredient in Indian cooking. To make ghee, butter is melted and simmered for an extended period until the milk solids separate from the liquid fat and are then strained out. What remains is a clear, golden liquid with

Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a medical condition characterized by elevated pressure in the arteries (blood vessels). Hypertension can lead to serious health complications if left untreated, such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and other cardiovascular issues. As per World Health Organization (WHO), around 1.28 billion adults aged 30–79 years worldwide

Detoxifying your body by the seasons can be a beneficial way to support your health and well-being. The specific detox practices can vary depending on the season and your individual needs. As we transition from one season to another, Ayurveda recommends that we should take time out to cleanse accumulated toxins from our system. This