Vasant Lad, world-renowned practitioner, author, and founder of The Ayurvedic Institute, shows us a glimpse into the insightful world of Ayurvedic pulse reading. 

One interesting intersection in the body is the way mood, digestion, and immunity all support one another. This process is governed by agni, our digestive fire. 

Sitting in nature gives us the opportunity to connect with cycles and rhythms that are inherently a part of us, as well as all of the elements of nature.

Brahmi, also known as gotu kola, is one of the most powerful brain tonics in Ayurveda. This luscious green herb helps improve mindfulness, revitalize consciousness, and maintain a sharp intellect.

Ayurveda recommends that you think twice before drinking ice water or other chilled beverages—even on hot summer days. Learn more in this Ask Banyan article.

These coconut truffles are SUPER fun and balancing for pitta. They're made with a base of coconut, which is great for the summer because of its cooling nature.

Applying oil to the scalp and hair will not only improve the condition of your locks but will also offer other benefits like balancing vata and increasing ojas.

Discover sheetali pranayama, a breathing practice with a powerful cooling effect that is especially helpful during times of excess heat—like summer.

Ayurveda provides us with a simple adage, “If you wouldn’t eat it, don’t put it on your skin.” This is important to remember when choosing skin care products.

Amla is used in popular Ayurvedic formulas like triphala and chyavanprash. When and how it is harvested makes a big difference in its long-term sustainability.

Inspired by CCF Tea and crafted for year-round enjoyment, these Ayurvedic tea blends can help you slow down, savor the moment, and connect with the magic of plants. 

We're excited to share a few of our favorite Ayurvedic summer recipes, perfect for the grill. Enjoy one or two at a time, or cook them all at once for a summer feast. 

Berries are powerful little fruits. Not only are they packed with antioxidants and cleansing factors, they tend to be darker reds, blues, and purples—the same color as our blood—and they also have cooling properties. This makes berries wonderful for the liver.

How do you best care for yourself as a woman during a pandemic? We cannot eradicate COVID-19 from the environment around us right now, but we can take precautions. 

As a 2019 Community Grant Recipient, the Yoga Seed Collective has been using their grant to help bring Ayurveda to their community during pandemic times.

Children are natural yogis with a lot to teach us about yoga, and, perhaps, a lot to teach us about life. Let your yoga space be a story. Let it be fun.