The Best You

In winter, nights are colder and much shorter than the summer months.  This change in season tends to wreak havoc to our internal clock making us more lethargic throughout the winter months. Winter is the overall time that we need to really focus on our self and help our internal clock so that we don’t [...] Continue Reading

All disease begins in the gut” Hippocrates, over 2000 years ago. This is the first concept taught in Naturopathy college. Explored at length, it is also this premise that forms the beginning of all naturopathic treatment protocols. If the digestive system is compromised, food cannot be broken down, and nutrients cannot be absorbed. The entire [...] Continue Reading

In support of the wonderful global movement Movember, we want to talk about men’s health this month. During November, the Movember community encourages the growth of all kinds of moustaches (and host of other actions) to fundraise and raise awareness of men’s health issues. Without getting too morbid, according to the recent stats, men die [...] Continue Reading

RACHEL SPILLANE FOR ORGANIC INDIA USA Rachel Spillane is an Ayurvedic Practitioner, Yoga Teacher and Board Member of the Colorado Ayurvedic Medical Association. Her practice, Saraswati Ayurveda, aims to empower women with knowledge, tools and support for their wellness journey.  She offers Ayurvedic consultations and wellness coaching (from anywhere in the world), Panchakarma, Yoga and the Heal Your [...] Continue Reading

By Organic India USA Memory is of vital importance for learning a new language, remembering where you put your keys, recognizing your friends, and finding your car at the airport. We rely on memory every waking moment, but the majority of us rarely pause to appreciate our ability to retain and recall essential knowledge. When [...] Continue Reading

What is Metabolism? Why is it important? Metabolism is the complex chemical processes that your body uses for normal functioning and sustaining life, including: (a) breaking down food and drink to energy and (b) building or repairing your body. The amount of energy your body burns at any given time is directly affected by your [...] Continue Reading

Spring is the time of birth and regeneration, characterised by optimism and opportunity. It is a time of growth, so very evident as we see all the plants and flowers coming into bloom, and wildlife awakening from the winter slumber. On the flip side Spring also brings an abundance of pollen, and allergies or sinus [...] Continue Reading

Spring, the season of renewal, invites us to clear out- not just our cupboards – our bodies, and our minds. Shedding the warm cosiness of winter, saying goodbye to those comfort carbs, and embracing uplifting and energising cleansing practices, helps us to prepare our bodies for another lap around the sun.   The below Spring [...] Continue Reading

If you are a newbie to yoga, you’ll find studios offering many different types of classes with strange sounding names. Ashtanga, Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin… but which one is the one for you? While some styles of yoga focus primarily on meditation and breath work, others will allow you to work up a good sweat, so [...] Continue Reading

Winter calls me to turn inwards & as I slow down, I am able to tune into what my body really needs. Here’s how I feel drawn to take care of myself during the winter months; The season calls for more vigorous movement – my morning walks on the beach (perfect in summer) have become [...] Continue Reading

Tulsi Turmeric Ginger is one of our favourite teas; popular all year round, but especially during the colder months! This blend is so beautifully balanced, it just feels right on ALL levels.  The main ingredients are a dead giveaway as to the potent Ayurvedic power this tea possesses: Tulsi = ‘The Queen of Herbs’ Turmeric [...] Continue Reading

How have you been coping throughout our COVID Autumn? I was doing pretty well but must admit the effects of the rather sudden cool shift in weather here in Northern NSW have certainly made an impact!  It was a good reminder that if you haven’t already been looking after your immune system and general wellbeing, [...] Continue Reading