I have been a huge fan of Manuka honey since I discovered it in New Zealand, and I already wrote about its benefits; YOU can read the information here. Today I will share a selection of Best Manuka honey face products which you can use to obtain a more hydrated and glowing skin. Manuka Honey for Skin Care Manuka honey is rich in minerals and vitamins and is also antioxidant and helps recover the moisture of your skin. Manuka honey…
Do you check your appearance in the mirror before leaving your home in the morning? Does liking what you see make you feel any different? Do you then find yourself feeling more bodacious and positive to better deal with your day ahead? Feeling Confident We all like to feel good about ourselves and tend to work hard to improve our looks. This can be achieved by doing more exercise and keeping fit, eating healthy AS WELL AS getting adequate quality…
Having sex is a basic human need, just like eating, breathing and sleeping; thus sex is of importance for your physiological health and mental well-being, much like food, air and rest. Therefore, you may be wondering:- How is sex good for your health? Below I will share information about the Eastern views about sex and body mind sexual union, mainly from Indian and Chinese culture, as well as Western studies related to health benefits of sex activities. Sex according to…
I purchased the book ´The Tao of Health, Sex & Longevity´, about 20 years ago when I was travelling in Australia, and from time to time I still refer to it to revise information regarding body & mind balancing techniques. Besides Ayurveda, I find Taoism also interesting as a self-guide to a natural and balanced lifestyle. Taoism Taoism is a Chinese philosophy that highlights the importance of living in harmony with the universe and nature. A Bestseller The Tao of…
Meditation is generally associated with spirituality, as well as physical and mental well-being, since when hearing the word, it is common to think of Buddhism and monks. Science now endorses the power of meditation for longevity, when the mind is at rest. The mind is chattering away constantly, hesitant on taking one decision over another, leading to uncontrolled distress, fear and anxiety. Over time and if not controlled it converts into stress, and continued strain may turn into pain, and…
GREAT, so you have been reading about the HEALTH benefits of practising YOGA and you are now curious and ready to give a yoga class a try. You do your research and find a class in the neighbourhood. Now you will question; WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU NEED FOR YOGA? Basically, if you are attending a Yoga class you do not need to take any equipment with you. Usually yoga studios provide you with any props required during the class. Unless…
Are you having difficulty finding natural face care products with no harmful ingredients? Many products claim to be wrinkle free and anti ageing, and that they will grant you with a soft, young and glowing skin, however they can still have toxic chemicals. What to look for in a face care product? If you are a natural product lover like me, it would be better to read the list of ingredients well before purchasing a face care product, even though…
Learning how to take a deep breath can make a considerable change in your health and energy levels. Did you know that you can only survive 4 minutes without oxygen? That is how long it takes for the brain cells to stop functioning. Yet we do not give much attention to the quality of our breathing. Do you feel fatigued when climbing up the stairs, walking up a slope or simply by rushing around in your day to day routine?…
Yoga is part of Indian Ayurveda established 5000 years back. ASANAS are yoga postures set out by the wise gurus in India thousands of years ago, by way of observing nature and the movements of animals. This philosophy was then spread throughout the world by great spiritual leaders, among who are; Swami Shivananda, Shri T.Krishnamacharya, Swami Kuvalayananda, Shri Yogendara, Swami Rama, Sri Aurobindo, Maharshi Mahesh Yogi, Acharya Rajanish, Pattabhijois, BKS. Iyengar, Swami Satyananda Sarasvati. What is an ASANA? | Explained…
Once you identify your body-mind dosha type, the next step is to integrate into your diet, the food that is good for you, and eliminate other food that interferes with your health, simply by following the ayurvedic eating guidelines for your dosha. Should you NOT KNOW your body type YET, please take the dosha test over here. As mentioned in one of my previous articles about body types, the best way to know your exact dosha is to visit a…