Ayurveda Initiative For Global Health

banana flower The iron queen of the food world .The people of srilanka also use the names "Kesel muwa" and "watumuha" for the banana flower that is eaten. Among the ancients, banana was a very nutritious.According to the latest findings, it has been found that there are 56.4 milligrams of iron in one hundred grams of banana flowers. In other words, a pregnant mother needs to eat only 50 grams of banana flowers to get the required amount of iron daily.It has been found that banana flower as well as the bark of banana tree works exceptionally to control diabetes and obesity.   pain during menstruation and some women experience heavy menstrual bleeding. A spoonful of cooked banana flower curry in your rice bowl can have these amazing results. Banana flowers cooked with yogurt have also been found to increase progesterone hormone in the body and reduce bleeding.Prevents cancer and heart disease Kehel flower helps in increasing breast milk secretion in mother...

Cucumber Balances Pitta When we analyze the properties of cucumber based on ayurvedic principles, it pacifies pitta dosha. Pitta dosha is associated with heat. Pitta when aggravated can cause acidity, heart burn, high blood pressure, irregular sleep pattern, acne, irritability, and emotional disturbances. Cucumber helps to reduce vitiation of pitta and cools the body. Ayurvedic treatment for difficulty in urination, excessive thirst, headache and insomnia. Sushruta Samhita, the Ayurvedic treatise, mentions that cucumber is a sheetala (coolant), mutrakaraka (diuretic), and shodhana (cleans urinary gladder). Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

ayurvedic seasonal regimen “seasonal regimen.” Simply eating the recipes from the  seasonal chapters will get you started on this aspect of the Ayurvedic lifestyle.  Changing your foods with the weather keeps you well Traditionally, Ayurveda recognized six seasons, because the weather of the srilanka and all  Indian subcontinent sees varying levels of heat, cold, and moisture, including  monsoons. For our purposes in the europ, we identify four seasons, this way:  SPRING: Cool and damp  SUMMER: Hot and humid  FALL: Cooling and increasingly dry  WINTER: Cold and dry  In spring, the environment is cool. The tastes that balance spring are pungent, bitter, and astringent. Pungency  warms, melts, and mobilizes; bitter and astringent tastes lighten and reduce  excess moisture. Reduce building foods, be sure to exercise, and eat only when  Hungry In the winter, dry and cold qualities accumulate. The increase of building  qualiti...

lotus roots Lotus Roots are a powerhouse of nutrients like vitamins and mineralsLotus Roots are low in calories and it is believed that adding this root vegetable in your diet can significantly reduce the bad cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. The presence of healthy dietary fibers helps in improving digestion and relieves ailments like constipation and eventually helps in losing weight.Also, because lotus root has anti-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory properties, it is very effective when applied to acute fever and burns. it has properties that are good for the heart and protect the heart as well as stop the blood. is used for doing). Also, effective results can be obtained by practicing this in diseases of blood contamination like visarpa, visthotha (sores) and blood deficiency. The presence of Potassium in Lotus Roots makes it a great vasodilator, which helps in reducing the bad cholesterol from our blood. It also prevents clogging up of...

banana flower curry 1 banana flower 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder(1/2 teaspoon for soaking the chopped banana flower/ 1/2 a teaspoon used for tempering) 2 tablespoons of Oil(ghee,coconut oil,sesame oil 5-6 curry leaves(substitute with a bay leaf) some ginger ,galic 1 onion, sliced fine 4 full table spoon coconut milk 1 tea spoon paprika powder 1 tea spoon curry powder 1 tea spoon rostted curry powder some fenugreek seed 1 tablespoon of tamarind juice Method. The first step of making the banana flower recipe is, cleaning and chopping it for the banana flower recipe. Have a bowl ready with water, salt, and turmeric(1/2 tsp)added to it. Soak in water for 5 minutes, strain, and squeeze out the liquid. Place a pan over medium heat. Pour in oil(2 tbs), then temper curry leaves(5-6), ginger ,galic, fenugreek seed and onion(1)until they turn golden in colour. add kurkuma paprika and curry powder. Turn heat to low and add the banana flowers to the pan. Combine and cook for 5 minu...

radish and leaves Radish, known as mulaka in Ayurveda, is packed with more benefits than you can imagine. These little wonders are sharp, hot, vipak (pungent), and bitter in nature but turn slightly sweet, when cooked. It is great for reigniting the Agni (digestive fire) and easing the symptoms of piles. When sauteed in ghee, it also pacifies all the three doshas. Radish is in itself an immune-boosting food. The nutritional value of radish greens is pretty high. They contains vitamins A, B1 and C to assist in the production of energy. People who experience fatigue can try the above-mentioned radish leaves Ayurveda Recipes Since the leaves are an excellent detoxifier, they help cleanse your liver and stomach along with controlling the bilirubin levels during jaundice.  Radish leaves detoxify the blood. They remove impurities from your bladder as well as kidneys. They also kill harmful bacteria and viruses. Radish and its leaves contain anthocyanins to effectively preven...

Cucumber raita salad 2 large cucumber 2 boiled carrot 1 red onion 1 cups plain yogurt  1⁄2 Tea spoon cumin teaspoon black pepper salt teaspoon lime juice mint (to garnish cleanthe cucumber . Roughly chop the cucumber with its seeds cut carrots. Season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Set aside. . Transfer the yoghurt to a large bowl. Add cucumber mixture, cumin, Carrot and onion. Mix well. 4. Allow the raita to chill for 10-15 minutes, then garnish with mint. 5. Serve as a cooling side dish with curried vegetables and rice. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Potato curry Ingredients: 6 Medium Potato (peel and cut in to small pieces) 1 Cup Coconut Milk 4 Medium Garlic (cut in to pieces) 1/2 Medium Onion (cut in to pieces) 1 Small Cinnamon Stick 5 Small Curry Leaves 1/2 Teaspoon Turmeric 1/2 Teaspoon Fenugre 1 Teaspoon Salt (or to taste) Directions: Step 1 In a sauce pan add potato, Water, turmeric powder, , curry leaves, pandan leaf, cinnamon stick, fenugreek, onion,garlic, and salt and mix well all together. Step 2 Heat up the sauce pan over medium heat and let it simmer until potato are cooked then add coconut milk Step 3 When curry is getting to thick check taste for salt and remove it from heat. Step 4 Serve with steamed rice, bread Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

2zucchini2 Red Bell Pepper (Capsicum, de-seeded and cut into stripes) 1 Onion (thinly sliced some ginger 3 cloves Garlic (finely chopp 1 Tea spoon cumin 1 table spoon ghee add Salt coriander leaves  To begin making Zucchini and Bell Pepper Stir Fry Recipe, wash, dry and cut the zucchinis and bell peppers into long stripes and keep aside. Heat ghee in a wok, add the finely chopped garlic.ginger.cumin and saute till it turns golden colour. Add the sliced onion and saute until it turns translucent. Add in the zucchini and red bell pepper stripes, season with salt and flash fry them for a minute. Add in the coriander leaves . Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

SNAK GOURD CURRY 1 Medium-Sized Snake Gourd 1 Medium-Sized Onion (sliced fine) 2 s Green Chillies (chopped) 3 cloves Garlic 5 s Curry Leaves 1 inch piece Pandan Leaf If you can find some Fenugreek Seeds 1 tea spoon Turmeric Powder 50ml water 118 mL Thick Coconut Milk add Salt (to season) Scrape off the outer white layer using a knife, exposing the green skin underneath it Once this is done, slice them Add onion(1 medium), pandan leaf(2-inch), green chillie(1), garlic(3), fenugreek seed(1 tsp),turmeric powder(, pour water(1/2 cup), , season with salt and place over low-medium fire. Cook for 10 minutes.then add cocobut milk. pour in the coconut milk, mix and cook for further 5minutes or until the gravy thickens. cook over low medium fire. taste and season with salt and serve with rice and curry. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

winged beans  Ingredients: 100 Grams Winged Bean (dambala) 3 table spoon coconut milk 1 Medium Red Onion (chopped) 6 Medium Curry Leaves (fresh) 3 Clove Garlic (chopped) 1 Teaspoon Currypowde.1 tea spoon termaric 1/2 Teaspoon Salt (or to taste) 1/2teapoon fenugeek seed 2 Tablespoon Oil Directions: Step 1 Cut winged beans in to small pieces and set aside. Step 2 Heat the oil in a sauce pan and when oil is hot add curry leaves, onion and garlic in to sauce pan and stir well about 3 minutes. (just enough to sweat garlic & onion) Step 3 Now add winged beans and stir well. After 7 minutes add curry powder.and kurkuma and salt in to sauce pan and stir well . Keep cooking for more 5 minutes.add coconut milk Step 4 When winged beans are done remove it from heat. Serve hot with rice. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Flower/Plant : Heath( Erica)  Origin: Europe, Africa, and North America Plant Type : Ericaceae Season: Between May and October About :   The Erica cinerea is a large but compact shrub. It has beautiful flowers which are a variety color mix of white, purple, pink and are well populated on the shrubs.  The Bell heather is a native of Central and West Europe. They belong to the family of Ericaceae, provide large amounts of nectar, and can grow in winter and fall. They are drought-tolerant and mostly grown as ornamental plants due to their attractive multicolor flowering pattern. Bell Heathers grow best adapted to the sun and well-drained. Like any other Heather on our list, the Bell Heather dislikes alkaline soil.  Source :  https://gardeningbank.com/types-of-heather-plants/ Reference  Ashish Kumar Singh 

Flower/Plant : Cape marguerite (Osteospermum ecklonis)  Origin: Sub-Saharan Africa Plant Type : Asteraceae Season: Fall Bloom, Spring Bloom, Summer Bloom About : The Cape Marguerite (Osteospermum ecklonis), or African Daisy, is a beautiful and versatile plant that is perfect for adding a splash of color to any garden. With its distinctive blue and white flowers, the Cape Marguerite is sure to add interest to any landscape In addition to its visual appeal, the Cape Marguerite is also a hardy plant that is easy to care for. Once established, the Cape Marguerite is resistant to drought and heat, making it an excellent choice for gardens in warm climates. Whether planted in mass bedding or used as a border plant, the Cape Marguerite is sure to add beauty and elegance to any home landscape. While most Osteospermum species require full sun to grow well, some varieties are more tolerant of shade. Cape marguerite generally needs at least six hours of direct sunlight...

Flower/Plant : Manuka( Leptospermum scoparium)  Origin: Australia and New Zealand  Plant Type : Myrtaceae Season: Manuka's flowering season lasts only 2-6 weeks, peaking in mid-December About :   An evergreen shrub or small tree with white, occasionally pink flowers and small, rigid leaves that have a sharp tip. The fruit are woody capsules that appear on the plant all year round. Plant uses Beauty and cosmetics Extracts from the leaves of manuka are used in cosmetics to improve skin by decreasing flakiness and protecting against UV damage and skin ageing. In hair care products, the extracts are reported to help hydrate, repair, and strengthen hair. Food and drink Manuka honey is produced by bees that pollinate flowers of the manuka plant. It has a thick texture and rich flavour. The leaves of the manuka plant can be brewed to make a tea. The Maori (Māori) people of New Zealand (Aotearoa) have traditionally eaten a sweet gum-like substance from the branches of...

Flower/Plant : Begonia coccinea(Scarlet Begonia) Origin: Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Plant Type : Begoniaceae Season: Early summer to mid-fall  About : Begonia coccinea is a herbaceous evergreen perennial with only a few bamboo-like stems. It grows up to 3.3 feet (1 m) tall. Leaves are leathery, obliquely oblong to ovate, up to 6 inches (15 cm) long and up to 3 inches (7.5 cm) wide, with slightly toothed, undulate edges. The leaf surface is grass green-tinged at the edges with red above and dull red below. Flowers are irregular, unisexual, and appear in axillary pendulous cymes with red peduncles from early summer to mid-fall. They are waxy, coral red, and up to 0.4 inches (1 cm) wide.  Source :  https://worldoffloweringplants.com/begonia-coccinea-scarlet-begonia/ Reference  Ashish Kumar Singh 

Flower/Plant : Marigold Origin: Southwestern North America Plant Type : Asteraceae Season: Annual but mostly July to October About :   Aechmea fendleri is a species native Marigolds are a popular blooming plant amongst gardeners and can be a great addition to the garden or back patio. They are heat and drought tolerant and have many beneficial qualities. While marigolds add a pop of color to any landscape or garden, this is not the only reason marigolds can be a great addition to the garden. They are widely useful as interplanting crops due to their qualities that attract pollinators, deter pests, and even attract beneficial insects. Marigolds, while easy on the eyes, also attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects that can help ward off harmful ones. They contain pyrethrum and limonene, chemicals that deter harmful insects such as: tomato hornworms, thrips, whiteflies, and beetles. Therefore planting marigolds near tomatoes or in between other ve...

arattha or galagal galangal root looks so similar in appearance to ginger that it's sometimes referred to as "Thai ginger. galangal is specifically utilized in Southeast Asian cuisines, such as Thai, Indonesian, and Vietnamese cooking. srilanka we used as a medicine ,we call arattha ala .Galangal adds unique flavor and offers a variety of health benefits when used in certain dishes.helps to combat heart disease and also helps to lower blood sugar, helps to lower inflammation that leads to joint pain in the body while also protecting the body against harmful microorganisms and bacteria. consuming galangal root may also boost male fertility. Galangal can be boiled, steamed, or eaten raw and powder. more convenient for galangal to be pureed.You can also store pureed galangal .so you can easily toss it into soups , smoothies, or stir-fries,curry "Depending on the flavor profile you're seeking, " Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=10008919...

Moringa  From an Ayurvedic perspective, moringa is considered heating and pungent.As mentioned previously, moringa has deep cleansing and detoxifying effects It has a particular affinity for rakta dhatu (blood) and meda dhatu (fat). moringa excellent for balancing kapha and vata dosha,  Moringa can improve our taste perception, appetite and digestive power Moringa acts as a nervine tonic  It is useful in headaches through the pancakarma treatment of nasya and by rubbing the leaves over the forehead Can be used as a massage powder for skin conditions such as pruritis, urticaria and acne and give healthy glowing skin A tea is useful in loose motions and diarrhoea (red variety) Helpful in conditions of abdominal bloating, pain and distension Useful for worm infestations The leaves are useful in conditions of fever, coughs and colds especially with mucous, bronchitis Supports fat metabolism and weight management and reduces cholesterol Can improve sex...

Fenugrek seed Based on the available evidence, fenugreek has benefits for lowering blood sugar levels, boosting testosterone, and increasing milk production in breastfeeding mothers. Fenugreek may also reduce cholesterol levels, lower inflammation, and help with appetite control, Fenugreek is an interesting herb with diverse uses and many potential health benefits. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Asafoetida Perumkayam is a unique medicine found in Hela medicine.Because in the past, if an infectious disease such as smallpox or measles occurred, it was customary to tie a piece of perumkayama wrapped in a clean white cloth to the hand of the patient and the hands of others around the patient. That is to prevent the spread of the disease from the patient to others. So according to Hela medicine, Perumkayam is an herb that cures not only one disease but many diseases. Health properties of perumkayam - Works against viruses For digestion    Digestive problems can be easily prevented with perumkayama and toxins are also removed from the digestive system. - Ability to heal    It is said that perumkayama is made into a paste and applied on the wounds, and the wounds get immediate healing As a remedy for worm trouble    The strong smell of perumkayama has the ability to repel worms. For that, mix some perumkayaam with warm water and drink it at ni...

Ingredients CASHEW CURRY 8 oz. cashew nuts 1 onion , finely chopped 5 cloves garlic curry leaves/some ginger ½ teaspoon turmeric 1teaspoon curry powder 4 pods cardamom 1 stick cinnamon 1 cup coconut milk ½ teaspoon fenugeek seed 2 tablespoons clarified butter (ghee Instructions Soak the cashew nuts in a bowl of water for at least 1 hour. Drain and set aside. In a pot, heat the ghee over high heat. Then, add the onion, garlic, curry leaves,fenugeek seed.  After 2minutes, add the turmeric, curry powder, cardamom and the cinnamon stick. Lower to medium heat and stir until spices are lightly roasted, about 2 minutes. Add the drained cashew nuts and stir. Add the Water,salt. bring to a boil and simmer until the sauce has thickened and reduced, about 15 minutes. Add the coconut cream, bring to a boil and continue simmering for about 5 minutes. Season to taste. Serve with rice Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Spring April is a spring month in the northern half of the world and a fall month in the southern half. It might be named after Aphrodite, the goddess of love. Spring is one of the most pleasant times of the year when the tiny buds are beginning to sprout by the boulevards after a long and tedious winter. Now, the days promise to be longer and you get to enjoy more sunlight. Exposure to the sun also releases happy hormones like serotonin that explains the change of moods. Your strength and vitality remain moderate; kapha dosha remains vitiated, though the accumulation that happened in the previous season stands reduced; and digestive Agni is weak. This is also considered to be one of the best times to detoxify your system. Diet for the 8 bitter, astringent and pungent which will help pacify kapha dosha. You can have garlic, ginger, wheat, barley, rice, lentil, onion, neem leaves, spices like coriander, turmeric and water with honey. But a...

Late Winter Sisira is the deep winter that runs from mid-January to mid-March, and up until April and May in some regions. It is wet, cold, and slow. Kapha increases during this time, so you need to make more efforts to fire up the agni. While this is a pleasant time for people with kapha prakruti, this may not be such a good time for vata people. This time of the year, the moisture from your skin is driven out by the cold windy clime and body heat is high. Diet for the Season Here you can continue with the diet from the previous season, which has more of sweet, salty, fatty, and sour or fermented foods. Have warm spices too. Stay away from cold and astringent foods.. You can have plenty of dairy, root vegetables, beans, wheat, rice, berries and sweet fruits. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Snake gourd is cooling in nature. It pacifies Pitta Imbalance, inflammation, and high heat related health problems. In Ayurveda, snake gourd is used in the treatment of migraine, alopecia, fever, abdominal tumors, bilious disorders, boils, acute colic, diarrhea, hematuria, and skin allergy. Snake Gourd is an anthelmintic agent. That means, it is highly effective to re move worms and parasites from the stomach. Snake gourd also acts as a purgative, laxative, and a hydragogue. It helps to remove excess water from the body. Hence, it is highly effective for health disorders related to water retention, puffiness, and swelling. The gourd is also an emetic. That means, it can help to remove toxins from the digestive tract and clean it up. Snake Gourd possesses anti-diabetic activity as it improves oral glucose tolerance. It promotes glucose uptake in peripheral tissues. Also, it is low-calorie food and it can keep weight under control. So, it is beneficial for Type II Diabetes pa...

Sweet potato leaf fry bunch (about 350g) sweet potato leaves Wash,Drain and cut into 1 inch length. 1 tea spoon blended/grounded dried red chillies(not fine powder)or fressh chili 1 tbsp galic paste 1 onion - chopped 2tsp ginger paste 1 tsp brown suger 1 medium size lime - extract juice 3 sesami oil Some cashewnut Heat up sesami oil in a wok, when it is hot, add cashew,Ginge galic onion chili flacks Mix well and Stir and fry till onions and garlic start emitting aroma. At this stage, add suger and salt and mix well. Then add all the leaves which we kept aside and mix well. Adjust salt and remove from the stove. Actually the heat of the pan is really enough for cooking sweet potato leaves without changing the colour much. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

RED ONION CURRY Ingredients : 250g red onions 5 Tbs coconut milk 5 curry leaves 2tsp chopped garlic 1tsp curry powder 1/4tsp turmeric powder 1/2tsp fenugreek seeds remove red onion’s skin and wash well. then heat ghee and add curry leaves,garlic fenugreek seeds, turmeric powder and fry it to golden brown color, then add onion and fry it about 3 minutes (stir between frying) mix it well. next add coconut milk and cook about 10 minutes (stir between cooking). Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Snake gourd is cooling in nature. It pacifies Pitta Imbalance, inflammation, and high heat related health problems. In Ayurveda, snake gourd is used in the treatment of migraine, alopecia, fever, abdominal tumors, bilious disorders, boils, acute colic, diarrhea, hematuria, and skin allergy. Snake Gourd is an anthelmintic agent. That means, it is highly effective to re move worms and parasites from the stomach. Snake gourd also acts as a purgative, laxative, and a hydragogue. It helps to remove excess water from the body. Hence, it is highly effective for health disorders related to water retention, puffiness, and swelling. The gourd is also an emetic. That means, it can help to remove toxins from the digestive tract and clean it up. Snake Gourd possesses anti-diabetic activity as it improves oral glucose tolerance. It promotes glucose uptake in peripheral tissues. Also, it is low-calorie food and it can keep weight under control. So, it is beneficial for Type II Diabetes pa...

Gotukola sambolaya Gotu Kola  1 Large Tomato 1 Small Green Finger Chilli (finely sliced)or green belpepper  6 s Small Red Shallots (finely sliced) fresh coconut flakes50g ½ Lime (juice only) to taste Table Salt Finely chop the gotu kola, including the stalks, and place in a large bowl. Add the tomatoes, chilli and shallots and mix together. Add 50G of coconut to the bowl, along with the lime juice and a little salt. Mix well to combine, taste and add more salt if desired. fresh coconut flakes are available from the freezer section of asian shops Alternatively, rehydrate desiccated coconut in a little water. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Sweet potato leaf Sweet potato is a kind of vine that can be seen commonly in our country. Its leaves and tubers are used for various purposes.  It is also used for soothing because of its medicinal properties. Not only that, but many people do not know, sweet potato leaves are also used for various culinary purposes. Can be eaten. Moreover, sweet potato leaves can also be known as a rich source of antioxidants, vitamin A, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin and folic acid. They also contain a lot of dietary fiber and nutrients. So here are some health benefits of using sweet potato leaves with so many properties. Reduces the risk of heart disease; sweet potato leaves contain vitamin K, which helps prevent clogged arteries, a major cause of heart attacks. It also helps reduce inflammation and maintain healthy blood pressure. It also helps reduce the risk of heart attacks. Sweet potato leaves also help. Strengthens bones; Vitamin K in sweet potato leaves helps mainta...

Gotukola  Brahmi/gotu kola is one of the most beloved mental rejuvenatives in the Ayurvedic pharmacopoeia. Best known for its long and impressive history of use for enhancing intellect and mental acuity, it also soothes the nervous system, purifies the blood, and promotes healthy skin and hair and scalp, and is said to cleanse, soften, and protect the skin. supports the body’s reaction to internal and external stressors. Thanks to these adaptogenic qualities, brahmi/gotu kola promotes energy in the daytime while supporting sound, restful sleep at night. Ayurveda teaches that brahmi/gotu kola is a tridoshic herb, meaning that it balances all three Ayurvedic doshas—vata, pitta, and kapha, though it is especially balancing for pitta. also encourages a healthy appetite, working to gently enkindle agni (the digestive fire) and promote overall digestive health. How to Take Brahmi/Gotu Kola Internally  fresh as a salad .vegitable.curry.drinkor powder,tablets,liquid. fre...

mushroom curry Ingredient 6 Tbs coconut milk 50g ghee 500g mushrooms,  1 tsp fenugeek seeds some curry powder 1 tsp curry powder 1 large onion, finely chopped 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 tsp ground ginger ¼ tsp ground turmeric/curkuma ½ tsp rosted curry powder ½ tsp paprika powder Heat the oil in the pan over a medium-high heat and fry the curry leaves, cumin and fenugeek seeds, stirring continuously for about 30 seconds . Stir in the onion.galic and ginger cook for 5 mins until golden. Reduce the heat to medium, then add the garlic and ginger then add curcuma, paprika.curry powder and rosted curry, Cook , uncovered, for 5-7 min. then add mashroom and salt mix it well.then add Coconut milk and cook it 3 minits Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Mushroom  Rasa (Taste) – Madhura (Sweet) Guna (Qualities) – Laghu (Light) Snigdha (Contain moisture), Picchila (Slimy) Vipaka – Madhura (Undergoes Sweet taste after digestion) Veerya (Potency) – Sheeta (Cold) Karma (Actions) –Vatapitta shamaka (reduces vitiated vata and pitta dosha), Kaphavardaka ( increase kapha dosha Medicinal mushrooms are nutritional powerhouses with a myriad of health benefits including the followin Provide immune support Full of antioxidants Support a healthy inflammation response Help to balance blood sugar Support brain health and cognition Support the nervous system Increase energy and stamina Always cook mushrooms Raw mushrooms are a popular salad item. However, raw mushrooms are nearly indigestible. We suggest you always cook mushrooms to avoid these digestive difficulties. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

califlower mallum Ingredients 1 califlower  1 teaspoon Coconut Oil ¼ teaspoon Cumin Seeds 1 onion.4 garlic ½ tsp curkuma  6 Curry Leaves ¾ teaspoon Salt or to taste 50g grated coconut  Heat oil in a pan, add curry leaves. cumin, mustard seeds and let the seeds splutter. Thrown in the Oniongalic and let brown. Add onion, , some salt and sauté on high flame until onions are soft.then add curkuma.coconut and Mix it well. Gradually add califlower add some water not too much Cover the pan and cook for a minute, then uncover and continue stir frying on high flame until cooked . Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Carrot curry  tbsp coconut oil 8 curry leaves 1 tsp cumin seeds 1 tsp black mustard seeds 1 red onion, finely chopped thumb-sized piece ginger, finely chopped 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped 11⁄2 tsp curry powder 1⁄2tsp curkuma crushed to make 2 tsp black peppercorns 4 large carrots, cut into chunky pieces  1⁄2 cup coconut milk 1⁄2 lemon, juiced STEP 1 Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium- high heat and add the curry leaves. Once sizzling, add the cumin and mustard seeds. Once they begin to pop, tip in the onion and cook for 10 minutes until golden. Add the ginger, garlic, Cumin.curry powder, black pepper and carrots, and cook for 5 minutes, stirring. Add water, and simmer gently for 20 minutes until the carrots have cooked through and the sauce has reduced slightly. then add coconutt milk Squeeze in the lemon juice, season lightly and sprinkle with coriander. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Radish curry Ingredients . white radish , peeled and cut into thick julienne 1 onion , sliced 3 leaves curry , chopped ½ teaspoon ground mustard ½ teaspoon ground fenugreek ½ teaspoon turmeric 1 teaspoon curry powder 2 tablespoons Ghee 1 cup coconut milk Salt Instructions In a Pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion, curry leaves .Mustard.fenugreek and fry for 5 minutes, stirring regularly. Then add all the spices and mix well. Add the radish and mix. Cook for about 5 minutes. Finally add the coconut milk and mix. Simmer on low/medium heat for 5 minutes. Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Dal curry ¼ cup Masoor Dal ~ Red Lentils ½ cup Water 5 tablespoon Coconut Milk  3-4 Curry Leaves 2-3 Green Chilies cut in half 1 sliced Onion Salt to taste ½ teaspoon curkuma Garlic optional Instructions Wash masoor dal and cook with ½ cup of water .curkuma.onion.chili.galic.curry leaves and cook until dal is cooked but firm. This takes about 10-15 minutes. Add coconut milk and continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes. Serve hot with rice .Roti.bread Reference  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089198311543&mibextid=ZbWKwL

Raita for summer raitas help in digesting the meal. raitas can be of varied types depending on the vegetable used as main ingredient. raitas are made of yogurt and Ayurveda never suggests eating a lot of raita and therefore it should be taken in small quantities.also works as a tonic. The spices and the other ingredients used in raita help yogurt to make it more easily digestible. It works as an appetizer. It is good for people who are suffering from excessive sweating and diabetes patients who complain of dryness of mouth.It helps in eliminating toxins and keeps the stomach cool during summer. According to Ayurveda curd.Yougart is known to cause Kapha. Kapha is the reason behind mucus generation which is predominant in the night time. So as per Ayurveda, curd.yougart should be avoided at night. ‘It doesn’t apply to everyone and people who are prone to severe cold and cough should avoid eating curd at night.’ Reference  https://www.facebook.com/...

Beet root rait Ingredients of Beet Raita One cup of raw beets peeled and grated Half teaspoon of black mustard seed Half teaspoon of cumin seeds A pinch of hing A tablespoon of chopped cilantro Half green chilli Without seed chopped One cup of plain yogurt One-fourth teaspoon of salt Five fresh curry leaves Ghee for frying Method of Preparing Beet Raita To prepare the beet raita, add the beet to the yogurt and stir gently. On the other side, heat the ghee on medium heat in a saucepan. Add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds followed by hing. Wait till seeds pop up. Add the coriander leaves curry leaves and chilli. Mix quickly and put off the fire. Cool little and add this to the yogurt and beet. Mix it well and serve it. It should be taken in small quantities. Benefits of Ayurvedic Beet Raita Ayurvedic beet raita has immense health benefits as the main ingredient beet is equipped with innumerable nutritional values. Beet is a rich source of betaine, a nutrient, which is import...

Do you know what happens when you meditate? You are creating a rapport with the other realms of reality.When your mind is still, when meditation is happening, you are not only purifying every cell of your own body, but you are spreading positive energy all around you. Your meditation brings peace and joy to people who have already passed and gone to the other side, which is very, very important. When you are silent, you are not putting things into the mind from the world; you are letting yourself free, cleansing the body, and cleansing the mind. During this time, some thoughts may bombard your mind. Some old things may just come and bother you. Never mind, don’t be scared. The fact you are sitting is good enough. Whatever happens is all for good. If old thoughts are coming and bothering you, never mind, they just come and they go. Nevertheless, keeping silent is very, very precious, not just for you, but also for the subtle creation. For the world also, because you are creating such po...