Herbs that Calm
Ashwagandha
The Ayurvedic herb helps to balance and regulate cortisol levels, the primary stress hormone. Typically taken as a capsule or tincture. Reduces anxiety and fights fatigue.
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Holy Basil
It is an adaptogen that supports the adrenal system and helps regulate cortisol production.
Often consumed in tea. Promotes a sense of calm and builds emotional stamina.
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Chamomile
Lemon Balm
This herb contains an antioxidant called apigenin, which binds to certain receptors in the brain to promote sleepiness and reduce anxiety. Consumed generally in steeped tea, and extract in capsules. Supports digestion, soothes a nervous stomach, improves sleep quality.
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Lemon Balm
Passionflower
Lemon Balm
Lemon balm increases levels of the calming neurotransmitter GABA, helping to reduce tension and anxiety.
The mint family herb can be taken as a tea, capsule or tincture. Eases nervous tension, soothes digestive issues and improves sleep quality.
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Passionflower
Passionflower
Passionflower
Ayurveda Recipes
Ayurvedic Chocolate and Peanut Butter Truffles
Ingredients
3 tbsp coconut oil
3 tbsp maple syrup
3 tbsp cocoa powder (some for dusting)
1 tsp vanilla extract
14 dates
3.5 tbsp of peanut butter
1/2 tsp salt
Prepare
1. Mix melted coconut oil, maple syrup and cocoa powder until smooth.
2. Place dates, peanut butter, vanilla and sea salt in a food processor and pulse until you have a smooth paste. Add chocolate mixture and pulse more until well combined and a soft dough is formed.
3. Transfer into a bowl, cover and cool in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
4. Spoon out and roll into to small balls. roll the truffles into, and enjoy some cocoa powder (beetroot powder or matcha powder will also work).
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Peanut Butter Ayurvedic Benefits
Taste: Sweet
Energy: Heating
Vata Pacifying, coats and soothes dry tissues
Kapha, it can cause sluggishness or congestion
Pitta, it may cause excess heat or skin irritation
Protein is 22.5 grams of 100-gram portions
Vitamin E 60% of daily value (100g)
Vitamin B3 (niacin) 84% of daily value (100g)
Copper 56% of daily value (100g)
Manganese 65% of the daily value (100g)
Ayurvedic Tips for Fall
Fall is Vata Season
Fall has the characteristics of being dry, windy, erratic, cool, subtle, and clear. It is also a time to slow down, become more quiet and favour simplicity.
Begin to bring in warmth, oiliness, deep nourishment, closeness in relationships, stability, greater routine, and groundedness.
Foods Best for Fall Season
Start to add foods with more protein, fat, warming, spices, and served hot.
Foods with sweet, sour, and salty tastes which are mushy and soft topped with ghee or oil.
Cooked grains are beneficial like oatmeal, tapioca, cream of rice, cream of wheat.
Add in more cooked or steam vegetables, soups, and stews (grounding and moisturizing.
Meat and eggs are balancing, as well as, nuts and seeds.
Fruits-cooked apples, avocados, dates, grapefruit, grapes, citrus fruits (sour-heating).
Vegetables-beets, carrots, pumpkins, winter squash, sweet potatoes, onions and garlic.
Grains-brown Rice, quinoa, wheat, basmati rice, and amaranth.
Legumes-kidney beans, mung beans, toor dal, urad dal.
Dairy Products-butter, buttermilk, cheese, cream
Oils-almond oil, ghee, olive oil, and safflower oil.
Sweetners-honey, jaggary, maple syrup.
Spices-anise, black pepper, cinnamon, cumin, rosemary, ginger, turmeric.
Meats (warming)-beef, pork, chicken, and duck.
Fall Nourishing Activities
Daily Abhyanga (self massage) with warm sesame or almond oil before bathing.
Perform exercises which are slower and are grounding.
Instigate more routine in your life with eating, sleeping, exercise, and other activities.
Allow more time for rest to calm the nervous system and reduce travel and unfamiliar situations.
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