by Petra N. | Jun 17, 2023 | Featured blog post, Lifestyle
So, you’ve taken an online dosha test and it says that you’re a “vata”. Is that really so? What’s a dosha? Ayurvedic biology describes our physiological functioning using terms like vata, pitta and kapha. But on an even more fundamental level, ayurveda describes...
by Petra N. | May 23, 2023 | Diet & herbs, Featured blog post
If sesame oil is the queen of oils in ayurveda, I’d like to dub sunflower oil the hidden gem of oils. Why? It’s one of the few oils that ayurveda defines as tridoshic, which means that it’s generally suitable for all body types, and modern skin science gives a 0...
by Petra N. | Apr 2, 2023 | Focus & meditation
I’ve been hearing quite a few people talking lately about having a hard time focusing. So, I want to dedicate this post to exploring 6 ways to better focus. Some of them will be good reminders and some of them may just surprise you! To help focus better, first we need...
by Petra N. | Mar 1, 2023 | Yoga & exercise, Featured blog post
You know the saying that everything tastes better when it’s in season. Not to mention that eating a seasonal diet is healthier. So, if there’s such a thing as a seasonal diet, is there such a thing as a spring exercise routine? For sure. But before we dive in, let’s...
by Petra N. | Jan 7, 2023 | Lifestyle, Featured blog post
Connected wellness and health is based on the idea that everything is connected. No, this is not about smart devices tracking your physiological functioning and biomarkers. And it’s also more than mind-body health. What is connected wellness? This is a term I’ve been...