Lately, I’ve been doing something so simple yet so powerful, a few drops of warm herbal oil in my nose before bed. Sounds strange, right? But this ancient Ayurvedic practice, called Nasya , has quietly changed my nights. My sleep is deeper, my thoughts softer, and even my breathing feels more peaceful. We don’t often think of our nose as a gateway to calmness but in Ayurveda , it’s known as the doorway to the mind . What we breathe in doesn’t just affect our lungs; it touches our emotions,...

As the leaves change and the air grows cooler, our bodies also shift with the season. According to Ayurveda, fall is ruled by Vata dosha , the energy of air and space. Its qualities are light, dry, rough, and cool. While these qualities bring creativity and clarity, too much Vata can leave us feeling scattered, bloated, heavy, or dried out. This is why fall is the perfect time for a gentle Ayurvedic detox ritual . Instead of harsh cleanses or quick fixes, Ayurveda offers grounding practices...

Ozempic may promise quick weight loss and blood sugar control, but its list of side effects — from nausea to the dreaded “Ozempic face” — is growing. Ayurveda offers another path: herbs like fenugreek, gymnema, and salacia that support metabolism naturally, without the same risks. Could it be time to rethink the “magic shot” and turn back to ancient wisdom?