Beautiful Rice

Bountiful, Beautiful Rice

The period when rice is newly-harvested is observed across all of India in mid-January. In some regions, it’s called Makar Sankranti and is dedicated to Surya, the Sun god.

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Will 5G Make You Sick

Will 5G Make You Sick?

First, what exactly is 5G? 5G is the 5th Generation of mobile network technology, designed to provide even faster connection than its predecessor, 4G/LTE. We use this technology to get internet on cell phones.

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Do Essential Oils Work

Why diffuse essential oils?

Open the cap of your essential oil bottle and simply take a deep breath to enjoy its most notable characteristic: it has an aroma! The aromatic chemistry found in the distilled form of plants, flowers, fruits, and spices is processed by our most powerful sense…our sense of smell.

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Doggie Toothbrushing

Ayurveda for Doggie Toothbrushing

Recently, I had the experience of a simple and powerful connection when I took our dogs to the vets for a dental checkup. I arrived a few minutes early and called in to the front desk. Everything takes a little longer nowadays, because of the safety precautions for covid.

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banana

Holistic Hacks

A delicious fruit, right? Well, botanically, they are a berry. And banana tree, it’s actually an herb distantly related to ginger.

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Is It a Spice, Weed, or Ayurvedic Herb?

Is It a Spice, Weed, or Ayurvedic Herb?

There are over 600 Ayurvedic herbs! While we are familiar with many of them, we may not exactly regard them as having medicinal qualities. It may surprise you to know that kitchen spices, weeds, and plants growing right in your front yard also double as ayurvedic herbs.

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What Your Food Cravings Really Mean

What Your Food Cravings Really Mean

Ever had a craving you just can’t shake? Is there only one particular food that can always pull you out of an emotional rut? Have you ever wondered where the phrase “Eat your feelings” even comes from?

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