Health & Wellness

According to Ayurveda, three types of energy called Doshas circulate in our bodies. When these Doshas are in balance, we experience good health and harmony. You can find out what your dominant Dosha energy is here...

One of Ayurveda's key principles is to live in harmony with the seasons. It recognises that each season has unique characteristics and qualities. In winter, the environment is dominated by cold, damp and heaviness and this can make us feel dull and sluggish in ourselves.

The play of the Doshas From the moment of conception, this individual constitution is created by the energies of Space, Air, Fire, Water and Earth. These five elements combine into the three fundamental energies or doshas known as: VATA, PITTA, and KAPHA.

Look closely to your life.. is stress is playing the major role ..? Most of the people will say YES it does. Not only mental but also physical & emotional stress is contributing to most of the deceases.

We have been blessed by a wonderful summer this year with long sunny days, lots of time at beaches and outdoor activities. Mother Nature is now leading us into Autumn, leaves dry up and the wind begins to blow.

Have you been thinking about what is making you tired without any noticeable reason? Have you recently noticed that your concentration has distorted when you are really trying to do something but just can’t focus? Or you get much anxious quite easily?

I am sure that all of you are getting excited with the coming of spring. It is the time everyone has the chance to be active and really enjoy life after the cold, slow & dull winter. Many of us use this time to spring clean our homes, cleaning out the sluggishness of the cold months.

Take a moment to appreciate your natural environment. The natural world is going through change! Notice the buds and shoots starting to appear in your garden. What are your local birds doing?

As the days get longer you should make an effort to rise a little earlier.

Abhyanga or self massage is an integral part of your spring wellbeing. Ancient Ayurvedic wisdom has known the truth of this for centuries. A daily full body oil massage not only nourishes the lustre of the skin and enhances the complexion, it also calms the spirit, relieves fatigue, increases stamina, and promotes pleasure, perfect sleep and overall longevity.

Australasia’s most experienced Ayurvedic doctor shares his tips for boosting immunity during the winter season.

Autumn is a time when the Air element is predominant; there is more lightness, dryness and coolness. 

Ayurveda acknowledges that the mind and body are not two separate entities but are closely intertwined. It teaches us how to stay healthy and balanced while realising our full human potential.

Pitta represents biological fire. It governs digestions and metabolic transformation of nutrients into biologically usable form.