Plaksa is one of the 5 trees used for the famous Ayurvedic formulation called Panchavalkala (the bark of five medicinal trees). Panchavalkala, 5 herb barks. 1. Vata/ ficus bengalensis Linn 2. Aswatta/ ficus religiosa 3. Udumbara/ ficus racemosa Linn 4. Plaksha/ ficus lacor 5. Parisha/ ficus arnottiana. A kwatham is prepared out of these 5 barks used for a panchavalkala kwatham sitz bath (avagaham). We have posted about the sitz bath a few days ago. Panchavalkala is so beneficial in female health, candida, vaginal infections, leucorrhoea and more. It is has wonderful wound healing qualities. Fo ..read more

In Ayurveda, pomegranates are valued for their numerous health benefits and are considered to have a balancing effect on the body’s doshas, primarily Pitta and Vata. Here are our top 5 reasons to add some pomegranate to your diet. Cooling Effect: Pomegranates have a cooling nature, which can help pacify excess heat (Pitta) in the body, promoting balance and reducing symptoms like inflammation and acidity. Digestive Support: Pomegranates contain enzymes that aid digestion and can help alleviate digestive issues, including bloating and indigestion, by supporting healthy agni (digestive fire). H ..read more

Did you know we make our own organic Ghee you can buy in clinic from our shop? There are so many benefits to consuming ghee in your diet if used in moderation such as aiding digestion, balancing doshas, nourishing the body and boosting the immune system, as well as reducing inflammation and promoting healthy skin. It is often also used as a vehicle to carry herbs (anupana) into the body as it enhances the absorption of beneficial chemicals and antioxidants into the lipid-permeable cell membranes. Plus, it tastes delicious and is made with love If you would like to reserve a jar, you’re welco ..read more

This morning Karin prepares our homemade Nayopayam Leyham. The preparation for this formulation was taught to her by her guru Dr L Mahadevan Sir in India and is used to reduce bloating and improve digestion. The jam/ paste offers a range of benefits, and it tastes nice too Nayopayam Leyham is: Balya – strengthening Rasayana – rejuvenating Jivaniya – life and energy promoting Deepana and Pachana – digests toxins and enkindles digestion Anulomana – promotes the downward flow of Vata Shirovirechana – Helps to clear mucus and congestion Ginger is one of the main ingredients in this formul ..read more

We are fast approaching Spring but after some very cold days in Perth and for those who are still catching everything due to a run down immune system, here are 5 herbs used commonly in Ayurveda that will boost you back up. Chyavanprash Trikatu Tulsi Ginger Yasthimadhuka Chyawanaprash is the superior of all rasayana formulations. This tonic jam is revered as an elixir of life in Ayurveda and has been used for thousands of years to rejuvenate the whole system. Benefits include preservation of ageing, strengthens the immune system, especially good for the lungs, increases body strength and faci ..read more

Should I consume Mushrooms? We hear this question quite often from clients here at the clinic. There are many conflicting ideas and perspectives in various communities regarding consumption. We will expand upon this topic below from our personal recommendations Mushrooms are considered Tamasic in Ayurveda and yogic traditions. If you are not familiar with the term tamasic, this can be translated as inertia or lethargy Because mushrooms grow in damp and dark locations they are said to embody these qualities in their nature. Therefore when we eat them, they tend to have a dull and heavy quali ..read more

Food is vitally important in the prevention of a disease, in the treatment (chikitsa) of disease and the recurrence of a disease (Rasayana). Ayurveda explains the concept of Pathya Ahara which can be translated as food which does not cause harm to the body. “Food that is wholesome, nutritious, soothing and healing is called pathya”. Pathya Ahara is especially important after body purification procedures such as Panchakarma, when suffering from chronic conditions and weak digestive fire (Agni). Ayurveda advises having food which is light (laghu) in nature this will help to restore the strength ..read more

IMPORTANT AYURVEDIC TIP – avoid drinking cold water This is one of the most important Ayurvedic tips to easily improve your digestion. Especially during these cold winter months Instead, sip on hot/warm water throughout the day to aid digestion I’m enjoying some hot tea in my new cup made with Warm water is almost always recommended to clients, as it is light (laghu), stimulates digestion and alleviates all three Doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha). Check the Ashtanga Hridayam Sutrasthana 5:18 for further references regarding Jala (water). It is particularly important to avoid cold water in co ..read more

The main ingredient of golden milk is Turmeric, along with a number of other spices. Turmeric is Haridra in Sanskrit, which literally means yellow because of the yellow pigment found in the rhizomes of this much-talked wonder herb. Stirred in the pure white of the milk, turns in a golden colour with so many benefits for our well-being, especially when mixed with black pepper.  Here at the clinic, we have created our own Lakshmi Golden Milk mix – a delicious drink to help satisfy any sweet craving you may have especially after dinner. Considered an anupana, milk helps carry herbs and medic ..read more

Cooking from an Ayurvedic perspective can be very simple and nourishing at the same time. We would like to show you how easy can be to prepare something delicious using the power of ghee and spices. Understanding and following Ayurvedic principles and guidelines can help mitigate the effects of gaseous vegetables and foods, such as Brussel sprouts, simply adding ghee, sesame, nigella seeds and especially Vata churna. The sweetness of sweet potatoes is great for Pitta, adding rock or Himalayan salt to it will also benefit Vata. A sprinkle of caravan seeds with its quite distinctive licorice an ..read more