Nature Remedy using Ayurveda & Yoga @DrSitaAnandAyurveda

NIghtshades                   The nightshades – tomatoes, white potatoes, eggplant, peppers and tobacco…were used in New World for centuries with little difficulty. The deadly nightshades get their name for a definite reason: they concentrate poisonous alkaloids in various parts of their anatomy, particularly their leaves. Nightshades leaves were used, ground up with poisonous mushroom, as deterrent to flies in the old world. But their fruits were highly mistrusted. Are they all dangerous? We are not sure. The solanines in them certainly are . It is often recommended to avoid nightshade family if you are seeking to eliminate a condition of rheumatoid arthritis.                  White potatoes are cool, light and dry, therefore they imbalance Vata and assist Kapha, and essentially h...

ABOUT GREENS (VEGGIE)… ‘’BITTER IS BETTER!”   and dark leafy greens  are one of the best way to get bitter taste pleasantly. We find ourselves recommending dark leafy greens very frequently, as an excellent way of counteracting the heaviness. Light, pungent and rich in vitamins and minerals, dark leafies like kale, collards, arugula, dandelion, chicory, and mustard and turnip greens are all specific healers for the liver and immune system. They also provide superb s upport for the skin, eyes and mucus membranes. Properly prepare they are easy to digest and will stimulate elimination. They can be eaten as much as 3 to 4 times a week or more for their healing properties. They make an excellent spring tonic. Most greens have a pungent Vipak, which is why it is best to prepare them with generous amount of cooling coriander powder.            Spinach, swiss chard and beet greens are bit differ...

Vegetarianism…alternative names as Lacto-ovovegetarian; Semi-vegetarian; Partial vegetarian; Vegan; Lacto-vegetarian. Definition of Vegetarianism:        A vegetarian diet is a meal plan that contains little or no animal products. Types of vegetarian diets include: Vegan: Diet consists of only foods of plant origin. Lacto-vegetarian: Diet consists of plant foods plus some or all dairy products. Lacto-ovovegetarian: Diet consists of plant foods, dairy products, and eggs. Semi- or partial vegetarian: Diet consists of plant foods and may include chicken or fish, dairy products, and eggs. It does not include red meat. Function:                 A person may choose to follow a vegetarian diet for a variety of reasons, including religious, moral or political beliefs, economics, or the desire to eat more healthy foods. The American Dietetic Association states that a well-plann...