Maybe you just took an Ayurvedic dosha quiz and learned you've got a lot of "vata" in your mind-body constitution. So what in the world does it mean to have a primary vata dosha? First, let's cover a few basics. Born out of the Vedic culture of India, Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old system of holistic healing…
Did you know that adverse drug reactions are the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S.? According to research published by Harvard University, prescription drugs have a 1 in 5 chance of causing serious reactions after they are approved. Even properly prescribed drugs cause about 1.9 million drug hospitalizations per year, along with the…
Sacroiliac joint dysfunction, also commonly called SI joint pain, is a condition that causes upper leg and lower back pain. Studies show that low back and/or upper leg pains due to conditions like disc diseases, overuse, age-related degeneration of joints and inflammation are very common, affecting millions of people every year. In fact, in people over…
While mung beans may be new to most people in the U.S., they’ve been a part of traditional Ayurvedic diets in India for thousands of years. In fact, they are considered “one of the most cherished foods” in this ancient Indian practice that’s been a traditional form of medicine since roughly 1,500 B.C. Among plant-based…
Almost all organs in the body are capable of making compounds called prostaglandins, which are similar to hormones but also have some key differences. What is the purpose of prostaglandins? One important one is triggering inflammation and blood clotting in response to illness or injury. Something that makes prostaglandins unique is that they don't travel…
What diet is best for kidney disease? According to the American Society for Nutrition, "The renal diet is commonly recommended for those with late stages of chronic kidney disease and end-stage kidney disease." Many people with these kidney conditions are undergoing renal replacement therapy, also called hemodialysis, but additionally require dietary changes in order to avoid…
Can you take supplements on keto? Definitely, and there's many reasons why you should. Keto supplements offer benefits like helping you get into ketosis faster, mitigating keto flu side effects, and controlling your appetite. Keto supplements — such as exogenous ketones, a multivitamin with electrolytes and a quality protein powder — might not be completely…
ACL tears and sprains are some of the most common injuries among athletes who play "high-risk sports," including basketball, soccer and football, as well as skiing. But believe it or not, the majority of ACL injuries occur through non-contact mechanisms, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (1) And while male athletes may get the…
Torn meniscus and other meniscal tears are common sports and fitness injuries that vary in symptoms and severity, including the amount of pain they cause. Why are athletes susceptible to knee pain, runner's knee and injuries that cause meniscus tears? Because contact sports and certain types of exercise tend to place tremendous stress on the knee joint,…
Water kefir is a fermented, fizzy drink that has become a fast favorite among health-conscious consumers, all thanks to its delicious flavor, extensive nutrient profile and gut-boosting benefits. Plus, it's often selected over other probiotic-rich foods like milk or coconut kefir because it's dairy-free, vegan-friendly and easy to prepare at home from the comfort of…
