21
November
2020
Guest Article by Dr. G.R. Vastrad – Ayurveda as I have observed in the past 50 years
This below is the guest article by Dr. G.R. Vastrad who is a Rtd professor and principal from TAMC, Bellary. Previously we have read about his journey in ayurveda “My Journey and Ayurveda [Part 1]“. Let’s continue with with his experience in Ayurveda… There is drastic change in the medical practice in last 50 years.... Read More
21
November
2020
Guest Article by Dr. G.R. Vastrad – My Journey and Ayurveda [Part 1]
This below is the guest article by Dr. G.R. Vastrad who is a Rtd professor and principal from TAMC, Bellary My this story is the story of many people. So I am narrating it. I am born in very remote rural area. In those days there were no proper communication system, news papers and radio... Read More
21
November
2020
Kshemakutuhalam chapter 10,part 4 – good food, healthy life.
Well, it’s been a long gap we have read the book……. But believe me, charm of the book remains the same, whenever we read it… so, let’s move on with few more sweets recipes described here. 1. Modaka made of surana – Surana is cut into small pieces and given steam. Once done, it is... Read More
20
November
2020
10 important changes to be adopted right now for better health.
The concept of being healthy and the awareness around it has taken many hair-pin curves and U-turns in the past few decades and/or centuries… Now, that the realisation of lobbies, health challenges are well known to all, it’s high time we make our bodies better equipped to deal with the problems. What else can be... Read More
12
November
2020
What Does Your Nails Tell About your Health ?
Every cell, every tissue of our body has its own significance in reflecting the general health condition of an individual. One such body part is the nail !!!… Yes.. you heard that right. Nails, when observed keenly can give us a hint of any underlying problem which may be troubling a person. Let us see... Read More
12
November
2020
Understanding of a unique concept of “ojas” in Ayurveda
Immunity has been a most discussed topic worldwide… But before we start reading the same golden milk or tulasi, let’s understand what is immunity all about and what Ayurveda tells about this !!!! So what exactly is ojas ??? Ojas is the essence of all the dhatus of the body… There are seven varieties of... Read More
12
November
2020
All you need to know about the condition of mal-absorptions and IBS
There are various conditions which can lead to decreased efficiency of digesting food and also absorbing it to the system. Most common them being, the irritable bowel syndrome.. it is a type of condition where we don’t really find any anatomical or actual deformity grossly. But there is definitely a lot of functional derangement in... Read More
05
November
2020
All you need to know about an unparalleled concept of ‘satmya’ in Ayurveda…
Ayurveda is well known for its out of the box concepts. It has a solution to everything… So, today let’s read about one such topic, which requires our attention. It’s about being accustomed to or habituated to something, either good or bad. There would be so many food, medicines, addictions, regimes etc etc to which... Read More
03
November
2020
Kshemakutuhalam chapter 10, part 3 – good food, healthy life..
Well, there has been a long gap with this series !!! We were actually reading about a chapter which is dedicated to sweets or desserts and it has some quiet interesting recipes to offer… Let’s continue on this “sweet journey”.. 1. Chitha modaka – vartika kind of I.e. elongated kind of flour paste dough is... Read More
27
October
2020
Best utensils to adopt right now in your kitchens..
Health awareness is on the peak suddenly due to various untoward circumstances in the past few years. That may be pandemics or may be rise in hormonal disturbance issues in many or may be even rise in the cancer cases worldwide.. whatever health issue, there is no point in discussing treatment methods or about lowering... Read More
22
October
2020
Kshemakutuhalam chapter 10, part 2 – good food, healthy life…
This chapter is going to be very interesting and mouth-watering, as many have a sweet tooth…. Let’s explore more. 1. Phenika made of black gram powder – Here, fine powder of black gram is mixed with butter to make a dough like mixture. It is then taken in a portali or bag made of sheep... Read More
13
October
2020
Kshemakutuhalam chapter 10, part 1 – good food, healthy life.
Kshemakutuhalam has been a unique, one of its kind book for beginners who would like to know about some interesting, easy to make, healthy recipes…. The next chapter i.e. the tenth chapter is again an extensive account, mostly of desserts and sweets made up of milk and related products. So, let’s get to this “sweet”... Read More
13
October
2020
Kshemakutuhalam chapter 9,part 5 – good food, healthy life..
Chapter nine of Kshemakutuhalam, has been describing some mouth watering, appetizing and healthy snacks and dishes of various types, Most of which are, flour based and made with more oil. Let us see some more good ones.. 1. Amla vataka – (A vataka which tastes sour). Here, a vataka must be prepared (with any flour... Read More
10
October
2020
Kshemakutuhalam chapter 9, part 4 – good food, healthy life.
Chapter nine of the book kshemakutuhalam is a very interesting read. It mostly has flour as the major ingredient and is mostly oil fried with necessary spices. These may vaguely resemble pakoda kind of preparations which are popularly made in india… Let us have a quick peep into some more such mouth watering dishes. 1.... Read More
07
October
2020
Top 8 changes you need to bring in your lifestyle right now…
Good health is the most talked upon topic these days. Surprisingly people who never cared about their body and health are suddenly into self care and immunity boosting. Here, one thing we need to remember is, nothing happens overnight or by few days of practice. If u have been wrong with your food and practices... Read More