FOOD ENERGETICS PART 2 - AYURVEDIC FOOD PHILOSOPHY

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In the first of this 2 part article I shared a brief overview of some elements of the Taoist and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approach to dietary recommendations based on food energetics. Instead of viewing foods purely on their isolated nutrients like vitamins and minerals, they interpret and work with the overall energetic influence a particular food has on us. In this article I will discuss the Ayurvedic system of food energetics.

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TCM FOOD ENERGETICS PART 1- THE OTHER DIMENSIONS OF NUTRITION

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In our western culture, we have become used to understanding the nutritional aspects of our food by breaking down and isolating its different component parts into vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, proteins, fat, carbohydrates and so on. However, there is a whole other dimension to understanding and making our dietary choices based on the energetics of a particular food, or more precisely, the effect the food has on the energetics of our body. 'Energetics' is rather a nebulous term but one as…

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Harmonising Inflammation: Natural Approaches for Balance and Healing

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Inflammation, often misinterpreted as solely harmful, is a fundamental aspect of our body's defence mechanism. It's the body's natural response to injury, infection, or stress, playing a pivotal role in initiating the healing process. However, when inflammation becomes chronic or uncontrolled, it can lead to a cascade of health issues. Exploring natural approaches to support inflammation balance and healing can be a game-changer in nurturing overall well-being.

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VIDEO - Triphala as an Rejuvenating, Phytonutrient Rich Ayurvedic Herbal Formula

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In this video I explore the potent power of Triphala - 3 Fruits Herbal formula.

Triphala is a traditional Ayurvedic herbal formula made from the dried fruits of three powerful plants: amalaki (Indian gooseberry), bibhitaki, and haritaki.

Each fruit brings its own set of benefits, creating a synergistic blend.

Amalaki is rich in vitamin C and supports immunity and digestion

Bibhitaki has detoxifying properties, helping to cleanse the digestive system and maintain lung health

Haritaki is kn…

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