Healthy Conscious Living

In need of a little spice in your life? Zest things up with some ginger! It’s easy to incorporate this powerful spice into your daily routine with an array of benefits. WHAT EXACTLY IS GINGER?  Ginger is a spice from the underground rhizome (root) of the ginger plant, known as Zingiber officinale. This name comes [...] Continue Reading

Wouldn’t it feel great to be able to banish stress from your life? Take a leaf (or leaves) from India’s book and try Tulsi. Yes, the wonder-herb Tulsi, also known as Holy Basil and commonly served as a tea, has been proven to contain stress relieving adaptogens that can give the ‘S-word’ a good old dunking. Here are 7 facts about Tulsi that you didn’t know you needed to know…

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There’s no better time than now to listen to what your body is telling you. From irritability to a racing heart, if your body is under stress you can bet it’s trying to tell you, but are you listening?

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First it was cereal, then wheat bran and flaxseed. It’s labelled across our muesli bars and other processed foods. You’ve heard it before and you’ll hear it again. Fibre is a necessary part of your diet and like most Australians, you’re probably not getting enough. Psyllium, which has existed for thousands of years, has often been passed over for other more exciting and contemporary fibre sources such as flaxseed and chia seeds. But psyllium shouldn’t be passed over so quickly. It may have been around for what seems like forever but psyllium contains about 3 grams of fibre in just one tablespoon – just like one tablespoon of whole flaxseeds. Unlike flaxseeds, psyllium doesn’t contain any fat. It also has fewer calories, with one tablespoon of psyllium containing about 20 calories. Psyllium certainly deserves a closer look.

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By engaging in mindfulness, we allow ourselves to wake-up to the present moment, and develop a calmer, more contemplative self. Sitting meditation is one way to achieve this, but there are many other practices that allow you to slow-down and experience the fullness of your present experience. One such practice is a Japanese tea ceremony. The Japanese tea ceremony, chanoyu, is a form of Zen meditation that is meant to bring us into the unique, fleeting, present moment. The chanoyu is quite simple in explanation; quite challenging in practice. At its essence, it’s about open-hearted, present awareness while engaging in a ritual that many of us have done time and time again with little to no thought – making and drinking tea.

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These simple (but not always easy to implement) strategies are ways that I have found a tremendous help in changing my inner dialogue as well as outer care practices to support and nurture myself. In turn I can give to those around me from a place of fullness. I have truly found that my own self-talk and care has impacted every facet of my life, confidence, energy and wellness. It is my hope that if you can implement even one of these suggestions tomorrow you will begin on the path to true self-love and belief.

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20 years ago, we began with a vision: To be a vehicle of consciousness in the global market by creating a holistic sustainable business modality which inspires, promotes and supports wellbeing as well as respect for all beings and Mother Nature. No one believed it would be possible. Yet today ORGANIC INDIA is living proof that abundance can be created with an uncompromising commitment to our values. From social and environmental stewardship and serving the regeneration of the Earth, to the dignity and wellbeing of our farmers, all while offering exceptional quality organic products to consumers worldwide. As we celebrate our 20th anniversary this month, we are living proof that our model and vision as a sustainable and ethical business can not only succeed but thrive.

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Hydration seems simple enough, when we are thirsty we drink water and it satisfies our thirst. Yet despite this simplicity, there’s an ocean of misleading information out there that leaves us all confused. These questions sent me down a whirlpool of information, trying the get to the bottom of what is fact and what is fiction.

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As more of us turn to herbal preparations over pharmaceutical medications to help relieve and prevent symptoms and maintain wellness, this area of science is now be studied with greater urgency than ever before. Perhaps you’ve heard the term adaptogen before but you’re unsure of what it means. You’re not alone. Adaptogens, while fairly common in Chinese Medicine and Ayurvedic Medicine, are still a fairly new concept in the west. But as more research is being done, adaptogens are quickly becoming one of the most important groups of herbs to take in the 21st century. Here’s why:

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Our habits create our reality and if you’re like me you have developed a few negative habits somewhere along the line that you’d like to change into healthier behaviours. The great news is that by keeping things simple, being specific and taking baby steps, changing habits can be done at any time of year. A positive change in habits leads to a positive change in day to day living.

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Cool and crisp. Refreshing and light. Iced herbal teas make the perfect companion to beat the heat in the summertime. Iced teas are simple to make at home and a much healthier alternative to iced teas you’ll commonly find at supermarket or the convenience shop around the corner.

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That’s why we’ve decided to put together this True Wellness Gift Guide. Nine suggestions to help you navigate the the shopping malls and online stores this holiday season to find the best wellness gifts (many by brands that give back) for your friends and loved ones.

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