Depression and Health Can one be depressed and healthy at the same time? I read with amusement, a recent news article with headlines that read “Singaporeans are leading healthier lives but experiencing more mental health problems.” (Today Singapore 5 July 2021). I was amused by this headline the author (and most people) see the physical body as separate from the mind. This shows how modern concept of health has a long way to go in understanding health and wellbeing. From an ayurveda standpoint such a statement would be an oxymoron because a person with mental health issue is not considered b ..read more

Is ayurveda quackery? ayurvedayati iti ayurveda –  “that which explains ayu is ayurveda”. What is ayurveda Before we understand what is ayurveda, we need to know what the word is made up of.  The word “ayurveda” is a combination of 2 sanskrit words – “ayu” which means “life span” and “veda” which means “knowledge or learning or science”. (The root word veda comes from the root word “vid” to know).  ayurveda therefore covers the vast knowledge of the Life, including the eco system, minerals, plants, animals, environment etc. ayurveda and biology When you look closely at the ter ..read more

Black Gold – The King of Spice for Gut Health Hello all.  You may be wondering what the title “black gold” is about.  I know durians are in season and everyone is going crazy about “mountain cat” and “black gold” and all.  But this is not that black gold I am talking about.  This treasure is from South Asia and in particular the Malabar Coast of India and grows on a woody vine creeper.  It is also known as the King of spices…aaaand it is…BLACK PEPPER (Piper nigrum, maricha, lada hitam, 黑胡椒).  These little spherical treasures that appear green when plucked, turn ..read more

Combat Stress and Anxiety Related Issues through Holistic Stress and Anxiety Management Course Stress and Anxiety Management Course Stress has become a daily part of an individual’s life. A person needs to cope with ‘stress and anxiety disorder to increase peace of mind. Learning stress and anxiety management techniques will help a person limit the disarray, maintaining one’s life a goal, and increase the eagerness to take life positively. Why should you enroll in the course? Those interested in pursuing a Stress and Anxiety Management Course will get immense knowledge on a variety of stres ..read more

Understand Principles For Diet and Healthy Lifestyle Through Ayurveda Nutrition Course In Singapore Ayurveda Course Singapore As you want to become an Ayurveda Nutritionist, you need to know the deeper levels of ayurveda principles that contain the right diet with a good amount of nutrition where requires energy for your body. Studies show that the human body mainly depends on the continuous supply of calories and nutrients through the conventional consumption of food rich in nutritional values. Why take up Ayurveda Nutrition Course? To become “ayurveda nutritionist,” you need to learn in-d ..read more

Learn Ayurveda Courses From Ayurvedic Professionals and Enthusiasts in Singapore Ayurveda Course Singapore As we all know, “Ayurveda” is the best therapy for embracing calmness for our mind, body, and soul. It is the ancient healing therapy that believes in overall health and wellness. Ayurveda is a vast science of living through natural ways embracing nature to take care of the body. Ayurveda with yoga has helped many people to maintain a healthy body. Need of the Ayurveda Training Course Through knowledge, information, and practice, one can learn excellent basic principles of the Ayurved ..read more

Integration of ayurveda and yoga Ayurveda is a comprehensive healing potential, helps you to discover the underlying cognizance of nature science in daily activities of life.  Yoga is an ancient mind-body healing system that focuses primarily on mental resilience, concentration which ultimately will lead to oneness. All our training programs integrate both the yoga and ayurveda principles thereby offering a comprehensive approach to self-care.  Applying both ayurveda and yoga in your daily lives is highly beneficial for you to embark on the soothing effect on our mind, body ..read more

Panchamahabutha (5 Great Existence / State) panchamahabuta – Basic concept of Ayurveda “pancha” means Five; “maha” means “Great or gross.” The word bhuta does not have a direct transliteration in English.  bhuta is derived from the root word “bhu” which means to exist.  Many translated English books refer to panchmahabhuta as “Elements” but it should not be confused with the elements of the Chemistry Table. When I use the word Element here, bear in mind that I am referring to the panchmahabhuta ) These 5 Existence pervade the Universe in both an “unseen” and “seen” level. That whi ..read more

What is Ayurveda and How Does Ayurveda Define Health What is Ayurveda The word “ayurveda” is a combination of 2 Sanskrit root words – “ayus” which means “ long life” and “veda” which means “knowledge or sacred writing” – therefore the science or knowledge of long life.  Ayurveda covers the entire Knowledge and Science of Life (including mineral, plant and animal life).  Ayurveda’s philosophy of well-being in steeped in the prevention of disease and promotion of the health through diet, lifestyle and harmonious living. The curative and maintenance aspect of disease is also discusse ..read more

Is there a Need to Use Sanskrit to Explain Ayurveda? What is Ayurveda The word “Ayurveda” is a combination of 2 Sanskrit root words – “Ayu” which means “Life” and “Veda” which means “Science, knowledge or learning”. Ayurveda therefore covers the entire Knowledge and Science of Life (including mineral, plant and animal life). Ayurveda’s philosophy of well-being in steeped in the prevention of disease and promotion of the health through diet, lifestyle and harmonious living. The curative and maintenance aspect of disease is also discussed in-depth but preventive medicine is seen as the ultimat ..read more