Every year, as temperatures drop and the holidays roll in, we brace ourselves for “cold and flu season.” But what if the congestion, sniffles, and low energy we experience aren’t caused by something we “catch”, but are instead part of the body’s natural detoxification process?

Food plays a critical role in our overall health and well-being, serving as both fuel and medicine for our bodies. From physical health to mental wellness, the impact of what we eat cannot be overstated. By making mindful food choices and understanding the profound effect nutrition has on our bodies, we can unlock our potential for optimal health, disease prevention, and enhanced quality of life.

Cloves (Syzygium aromaticum) are aromatic flower buds commonly used as a spice in cooking and traditional medicine. They are rich in nutrients and bioactive compounds, offering several health benefits.

Microwave ovens have become a household staple due to their convenience and speed. However, the drawbacks of using microwave cooking, particularly in terms of health and nutritional impacts, necessitate a reconsideration of more traditional cooking methods like steaming, boiling, and oven cooking.

Crystals have long been revered for their beauty, but their allure goes beyond mere aesthetics. For centuries, these natural formations have been used in spiritual practices to influence and enhance our state of consciousness. But how do these ancient stones interact with our mental and emotional landscapes?

In March 2021, My Indigo Sun shared with its readers a video documentary titled “The Dimming”. This full-length film authored by lead researcher Dane Wigington from GeoEngineeringWatch.org, delves into the controversial subject of weather modification, asserting that humanity faces an existential crisis due to current geoengineering practices.

May 21, 2024: The Environmental Protection Agency has released the fourth round of public water system testing data for the “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, as required by its Fifth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule, or UCMR 5. The data reveal 1,593 sites have detectable levels of PFAS. The results highlight the sheer scale of the PFAS problem in the U.S. They build on EWG’s landmark PFAS contamination map. 

Just recently, I realized the glisten in my eyebrows was actually a grey hair that had popped its way through the black mop of my eyebrow hairs! I was not in the least bit prepared for this milestone, but knew it was one of the many “joyous” transformations I’ve had to come to terms with since starting menopause some three years back.

In the quest for disease prevention and overall well-being, there’s a compelling case for embracing a diet rich in natural, minimally-processed whole plant foods. Beyond mere sustenance, these dietary choices hold the key to unlocking vitality and longevity. Join us as we delve into the myriad reasons why prioritizing whole foods over their ultra-processed counterparts is a transformative journey toward a healthier, more vibrant life.

So far in this series of female wellness articles, we’ve covered the ayurvedic perspective on menarche and earlier menstrual disorders. Now, we’ll move on to the common reproductive disorders many women face during their child-bearing years. There are vast terrains of information that can be covered, but we’ll focus on three main female issues, looking at them from both a modern and an ayurvedic perspective. 

Menarche and the monthly menstrual cycle (artava) are indicators of female fertility and health. As mentioned in a previous article, artava is the subsidiary tissue of rasa dhatu (plasma-lymphatic tissue). Therefore, the strength of the menstrual channels is a reflection of rasa dhatu and overall immunity.

According to a report from the US House Committee on Oversight and Reform, commercial baby foods are tainted with dangerous levels of arsenic, lead, cadmium, and mercury. The report was based on information from just four companies that make baby food: Nurture, Beech-Nut, Hain, and Gerber.