ayurveda medicine cupboard essentials
The purpose of Ayurvedic is first and foremost about maintaining a healthy life and keeping the three Doshas in balance. Plant-based ingredients are also used for medicinal purposes.
Indian spices
The purpose of Ayurvedic is first and foremost about maintaining a healthy life and keeping the three Doshas in balance. Each spice in Ayurveda has a specific effect on one or more of the doshas. The three doshas, our life force energies, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, if kept in balance help us to prevent imbalances.
Oats
Oats are useful to manage anxiety. According to Ayurveda, Vata governs all the movement and actions of the body and nervous system respectively. Anxiety is mainly due to a Vata imbalance. Oats help to balance Vata and give a calming effect on the nervous system.
Nutritional Yeast
Kale
According to Ayurvda, Kale is considered a powerhouse superfood. For Pitta imbalance, it is a favorite because of its cooling nature, unlike spinach.
Psyllium Husk
Psyllium is a form of fiber made from the husks of the Plantago Ovata plant’s seeds. It’s most commonly known as a laxative, or to increase fiber intake for healthier bowel movements.
Tofu
Sunflower Seeds
Spirulina
Don’t be surprised if you've never heard of Spirulina! It’s a superfood that is one of the two most alkaline foods in the world! That’s because it's natural algae, one of the oldest on the planet in fact.
Golden milk
If you haven’t tried vegan golden milk, you’re missing out big time! It’s super easy, requires just a few simple wholesome ingredients, and is ready in less than 5 minutes!
Roasted carrots with walnuts and tahini
