A No Salt Diet A no salt diet involves the consumption of food without added salt. It is important to understand that added salt and natural sodium from foods are two different things. Examples of this diet may include raw or prepared meals or singular food, such as soup or…
Ayurvedic Khichdi is a therapeutic dietary meal that promotes healing and has several nutritive properties. It is helpful in weight management, digestive well-being, and certain recovery plans. “The Ayurvedic practice of enhancing one’s well-being and achieving an optimal version of oneself is a vast and comprehensive science.” It is a…
Overview Fat oxidation (FO) is a process that breaks down fat molecules (fatty acids) to produce energy. This article explores the process of fat oxidation and focuses on the following areas: Fat Oxidation The phenomenon is a natural biochemical process within the human body. It is a part of several…
The Ayurvedic diet is a set of dietary principles that work to balance an individual’s bioelements called – Doshas. There are three doshas in Ayurveda, vata, pitta and kapha. A primary goal of Ayurvedic dietetics is to work to restore balance and function in the body, mind, and energy levels…
Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder (PSPP) Pumpkin seeds are seeds that are covered with a shiny green outer layer. PSPP stands for Pumpkin Seed Protein Powder, which is derived from pumpkin seeds. The Latin name for a green pumpkin seed is Cucurbita pepo var. styriaca, which belongs to the Cucurbitaceae family….
How to eat Pumpkin seeds? This article explores how to eat pumpkin seeds—examining their association with being a cognitive-friendly food source. Specifically, the green-coloured oilseed pumpkin seed highlights some of its rich bioactive compounds and methods of consuming the seed to achieve bioavailability when consumed in a diet. Key Points…
Thermogenic foods are known to increase the body’s heat production through metabolic processes, which may help burn calories. These foods could be a helpful addition to a diet because they may help boost weight loss efforts. However, this also depends on other factors, such as diet type, body type, activity…
A mesomorph body type is characterized by a naturally athletic build, with well-defined muscles and a high metabolism. Individuals with a mesomorph body type tend to gain and lose weight relatively easily. Key Points In This Article This article discusses the mesomorph body type and its correlation with Ayurveda dosha…
In Ayurvedic sciences, the body is governed by three bio-elements or “doshas.” The doshas are bio-energies that comprise an individual’s physical, mental, and energetic fabric. Combined, the sum total of these bio-energies creates an individual’s nature. Ayurveda emphasizes achieving optimal health and well-being by understanding and working with our unique…
Vata Dosha is one of the three Ayurvedic bioelements. It consists of a combination of two natural elements – air and ether (also known as space or akasha in Ayurveda). The primary function of this dosha is movement, which is why it is known as “the governor.” According to Ayurveda…
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