Dates hold a prominent position in the realm of delicious and nutritious fruits. These small, delectable gems are not only packed with natural sweetness but also boast an impressive array of health benefits. With their rich history dating back thousands of years, dates have been cherished as a source of sustenance and vitality across various […]
Moringa: The Miracle Tree – 14 Benefits and Uses of Moringa Powder
Moringa or moringa oleifera is a tree that has been used for many years in India. It’s been used for both cooking and as a medicine. This miracle plant has its roots in the Himalayas. The moringa plant is also more commonly known as the drumstick plant or ben oil tree. Why is Moringa called […]
9 Amazing Ayurveda Herbs and Spices with Health Benefits
The foundation of Ayurveda is its relationship with Ayurvedic spices and herbs. Ayurveda is an ancient health system based out of India that primarily focuses its effort on preventative medicine rather than cure. Although it does work in curing ailments too, the use of spices and herbs as a daily preventative practice is the primary […]
The 5 Best Herbal Teas for Stress & Anxiety
The herbal tea game has been strong in recent years. People now have the option to purchase a wide variety of teas that are being produced for various reasons. Some of those reasons are just to have a cuppa with your British friend. Or to get some of the antioxidating properties that exist in the […]
How to Make Indian Chai – Tea with Milk and Masala
You’re making Indian chai! Yes, chai is tea and tea is chai. Let’s not use chai-tea again. :). This is going to be one of the easiest chai’s you are going to make without having to spend over $5 bucks a cup for an inauthentic cuppa from your local barista – no offense. Below are […]
How to Make Homemade Indian Chai Spice Mix Recipe
This is going to be the simplest Indian chai spice recipe you will ever need. But before that, lets clear something right off the bat. Chai means tea in Hindi. When anyone orders a “chai tea” – they’re basically saying they want a “tea tea”. Let’s get educated and educate others – including your local […]
The Truth About Organic Food Labels
There is a lot of talk more recently about the validity of organic products, with claims that they don’t have any added health benefits compared to conventional produce. And it’s even harder to tell the difference between the many organic food labels. With all the personal research done over the last 10 years, I’m going […]
How to Start Eating Healthy (A Non-Diet Approach)
In these times of social media and societal pressures, there is always someone telling you what you are eating or not eating, is wrong. The good news is that they are wrong. They never really tell you how to truly start eating healthy. But, the only person that knows what best for you, isn’t a […]
The Ultimate Guide – 22 Essential Spices for Indian Cooking
Indian spices are the holy grail of any desi (Indian) household. If you’re from a desi family, or just love and want to make Indian food at home, you will need a unique blend of spices. There are a ton of spices, herbs, and concoctions to every indian dish, but this can be simplified according […]