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Why natural salts are better than white table salt

Natural Salt vs. Table Salt: A Healthier Choice Choosing the right salt is crucial for health. This article explores the benefits of natural salts, such as Himalayan pink salt and sendha namak (rock salt), and explains why refined white table salt should be avoided. Understanding the differences between these types of salt can significantly impact your well-being. Benefits of Himalayan Pink Salt Himalayan pink salt offers several health advantages: Benefits of Sendha Namak (Rock Salt) Sendha namak, also known as rock salt, provides unique benefits: Why White Table Salt Should Be Avoided Refined white table salt presents several drawbacks: Conclusion: Choosing Natural Salt Natural salts like Himalayan pink salt and sendha namak are superior to refined white table salt. These natural alternatives provide essential minerals, support digestion, balance electrolytes, and promote overall health, making them a healthier choice for daily use. When considering natural salt vs. table salt, the benefits of natural options are clear. Contact us right now to know… Continue reading Why natural salts are better than white table salt

The Silent Health Revolution: Switching from Table Salt to Himalayan Rock Salt

Salt is an essential ingredient in our lives—so vital that we cannot survive without it. But did you know the type of salt you use could make a huge difference to your health? Let’s explore why table salt may be harming your body and how Himalayan rock salt can serve as a healthier alternative. What’s Wrong with Table Salt? Unlike naturally occurring salts, table salt is stripped of its essential minerals during the refining process. In this process, potassium—a critical mineral for your body—is removed, disrupting the natural sodium-potassium balance necessary for regulating blood pressure. Sodium and potassium work together in harmony to maintain a balanced blood pressure. However, when sodium levels are excessively high, they interfere with this balance, leading to hypertension—a condition that has become alarmingly common in households today. To make matters worse, table salt undergoes chemical processing and bleaching, during which harmful substances such as ammonia and aluminum are often added. Aluminum, a known toxin, has… Continue reading The Silent Health Revolution: Switching from Table Salt to Himalayan Rock Salt

Really in Winters should we have raw Apples?

An Apple a Day… But Do It Right! The old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” only holds true if the apple is local, fresh, seasonal, organic and cooked—especially if you live in the Northern Hemisphere! Why Apples Deserve Your Love Apples are naturally rich in fiber, subtly sweet, and carry the unique astringent taste, which is often lacking in a modern diet. They’re packed with essential nutrients, provided they’re fresh, pesticide-free, and grown with care. However, Ayurvedic wisdom warns that raw apples—like other astringent foods—can dry out the colon, particularly during Vata season (fall and early winter). Since a healthy digestive system is central to overall well-being, let’s learn how to prepare this divine fruit in the most nourishing way possible. Cooking Apples: A Simple Ritual Cooking apples transforms them into an easily digestible, gut-friendly treat. Follow this quick and delightful method: The result? Homemade applesauce that’s naturally sweet, fragrant, and utterly nourishing—no added sugar needed!… Continue reading Really in Winters should we have raw Apples?

The Immortality Fruit: Amla (Indian Gooseberry)

Amla, known in Sanskrit as Amalaki, translates to “sour.” It is renowned for its incredibly high Vitamin C content, making it one of the most potent natural sources of this nutrient in the plant kingdom. This revered fruit is a cornerstone in Ayurvedic healing due to its wide-ranging benefits. Benefits of Amla For Eye Health Amla is highly effective in soothing eye discomfort, reducing burning sensations, and supporting overall ocular health. It is particularly recommended for conditions like weak eyesight, macular degeneration, and cataracts. For Rejuvenation Amla is a powerful rasayana (rejuvenative) that promotes youthfulness, strengthens immunity, and revitalizes bodily tissues. It acts as a brain tonic, enhancing memory and cognitive function, and supports general well-being. For Cancer Prevention Amla is a potent antioxidant, surpassing many superfoods in its antioxidant capacity: How to Consume Amla Note: While many people are consuming fresh amla juice shots in the morning, it is essential to recognize that food taken correctly acts as medicine,… Continue reading The Immortality Fruit: Amla (Indian Gooseberry)

Can you wash your vegetables with Tamarind Water?

Washing vegetables with tamarind water is an effective method for removing surface contaminants, including chemicals and pesticides. This practice is rooted in the natural properties of tamarind and supported by both Ayurvedic wisdom and basic scientific principles. Method of Using Tamarind Water for Washing Vegetables: 1. Ingredients: 2. Procedure: Scientific and Ayurvedic Logic: 1. Role of Tartaric Acid: 2. Antimicrobial Properties: 3. Ayurvedic Perspective: This method is an eco-friendly, non-toxic alternative to commercial vegetable cleaners and helps ensure that food is cleansed of harmful residues while maintaining its natural vitality. To know more, contact us!

Ayurvedic Guidelines for Optimal Fruit Consumption

Fruits are nature’s treasure trove of nutrients, energy, and healing properties. However, to truly benefit from their goodness, how and when you consume them is crucial. Ayurveda outlines specific guidelines for consuming fruits to enhance digestion, avoid toxicity (ama), and support overall well-being. Let’s explore these principles in depth. 1. Consume Fruits Separately Fruits are quick to digest compared to other foods. When consumed alone, they break down efficiently, converting into rasa (nutritive fluid) and providing immediate nourishment. However, mixing fruits with heavier foods like: …or consuming them immediately before or after meals leads to poor digestion. This mixture can cause: Over time, these issues can lead to chronic disorders like joint pain and stiffness. Therefore, Ayurveda emphasizes consuming fruits as a standalone meal or snack to maintain digestive harmony. 2. Maintain a Gap Between Fruits and Meals Always give your body time to digest fruits properly. A few key points to remember: This helps prevent the accumulation of ama… Continue reading Ayurvedic Guidelines for Optimal Fruit Consumption

Are you suffering from Tinnitus?

Tinnitus is an ailment which is on a rapid rise. I get to see on an average atleast 2 patients every month . Do you know the reason for Tinnitus? It is because of Vata Aggravation or in layman’ s language the Air element . Tinnitus causes perception of sound in one or both ears or in the head, in the absence of any external sound. It is often referred to as “ringing in the ears”, although some people hear hissing, roaring, whistling, chirping, or clicking. The ringing can be intermittent or constant-with single or multiple tones-and its perceived volume can range from subtle to shattering. Ayurvedic name for Tinnitus is “Karnanada”. According to Ayurveda, tinnitus in not a disease but a symptom of prana vayu disturbance. Prana vayu is a subdosha of vata which resides in the head and governs all higher cerebral functions. Ayurveda can treat the same through Nasayam, Abhayangam, karnapooran. Dietary changes specific to Vata and… Continue reading Are you suffering from Tinnitus?

Have you heard about Chandrashoor seeds?

Natural source of Multivitamins from God’s Own Pharmacy Aliv seeds (Halim or garden cress seeds) are a treasure trove of nutrients that particularly benefit women’s health, addressing hormonal balance, thyroid function, and weight management. Here’s a detailed breakdown: Women’s Health Benefits of Aliv Seeds 1. Thyroid Health: 2. Hormonal Balance: 3. Weight Management: 4. Bone Health: 5. Postpartum Recovery: 6. Skin and Hair Health: How to Use for Women’s Wellness: Ayurvedic Caution: By incorporating aliv seeds into your diet, you can harness their multifaceted benefits and enjoy a natural, holistic approach to women’s health! Want to know more, contact us now!

From God’s Own Pharmacy: Ajwain / Bishop seeds

Ajwain helps to manage digestive problems by promoting digestive fire due to its Deepan (appetizer) property. It also helps to digest the food easily due to its Pachan (digestive) property and gives relief from flatulence. Tip:a. Take 1 glass of water in a pan.b. Add 1 teaspoon of Ajwain seeds to it.c. Bring it to a boil on low flame for 10 mins.d. Take 3 teaspoon of this decoction 3-6 times a day. The bronchodilating effect of Ajwain dilates the bronchial tubes in the lungs and gives relief in case of mild asthma Ajwain is useful in patients with asthma as it balances an aggravated Kapha. Ajwain helps to bring out the mucus easily and helps manage chronic bronchitis and asthma to a great extent. Tip: Ajwain has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help in reducing long term or chronic inflammation. Thanks to this, it brings down the inflammation and soreness you experience due to arthritis. The first thing that goes… Continue reading From God’s Own Pharmacy: Ajwain / Bishop seeds

Building immunity and overall development for children with Ayurveda: Swarna Parashan

If you have any of the below mentioned or any other concerns regarding your children, then you cannot miss this article! Some of the top health concerns that come to us are: ‘How can we build our child’s immunity’ ‘My child is constantly falling sick, immunity has declined’ ‘We don’t want to give our children allopathy and medicines all the time’ ‘Due to pollution, my child is constantly getting cough and cold’ ‘My child has very low appetite and lacks focus’ First and foremost, let us understand what the immune system is and why it is so critical for us and overall well-being and good health.The immune system is essentially the body’s natural defence mechanism, designed to protect us from harmful invaders like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. It is made up of a complex network of organs, tissues, cells, and molecules that work together to detect and eliminate these harmful invaders. A good immune system keeps us healthy by… Continue reading Building immunity and overall development for children with Ayurveda: Swarna Parashan

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