Rachel Spillane
The Doshas and Digestion

Your agni or digestive fire is present not only in the gut but in all of your cells. It is responsible for your digestion (of food and experiences) as well as the cellular intelligence.

Each of the three doshas - vata, pitta and kapha has a distinct agni type. Your type tells you about the state of your digestion and your doshas. Read on to learn about each type and how to balance yourself.

The Doshas and Digestion
self-care
Rachel Spillane
Ayurveda for Anxiety

Most of us have experienced some form of anxiety in our lives. Whether it shows up as irritability, restlessness, lack of concentration, racing thoughts, fatigue or sweating; it is the number one struggle I see with my clients.

Ayurveda for Anxiety
self-care
Rachel Spillane
10 Tips to Reduce Stress and Boost Your ...

Chances are you’re feeling a little stressed, frustrated and scared right now. If you’ve been sitting at home, watching the news, feeling helpless and hopeless, let me be the bearer of good news - you have the POWER to shift your mindset and your health, right now!

10 Tips to Reduce Stress and Boost Your Immunity with Ayurveda
self-care
Rachel Spillane
Ayurveda for a Healthy Menstrual Cycle

From a young age, we’re told that our periods will be painful, shameful and inconvenient. And while you’ve probably experienced PMS, cravings, bloating or cramps at some point in your life, this doesn’t always have to be the case. A healthy cycle is a sign that your body is functioning properly. So what does a healthy cycle look like? What are the signs of imbalance? And how do we gain back our power?

Ayurveda for a Healthy Menstrual Cycle
Rachel Spillane
Ayurvedic Food Combining

Food combining has become a hot topic lately and with good reason.  We want to know if the healthy food that we’re eating is being digested properly.  In Ayurveda, we know that you are not only what you eat but what you digest.

Ayurvedic Food Combining

Signs your Digestion is Not Working Optimally

Signs your Digestion is Not Working Optimally

You could have the healthiest plate of food in front of you and it wouldn't matter at all if you can't digest it.⁠

⁠In Ayurveda, we know that undigested food turns to toxins or ama and this is the root of disease.⁠ Now don't stress, when ama is in the digestive tract, it is easy enough to clear.⁠

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The Medicinal Properties of Ghee

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The Medicinal Properties of Ghee

With references such as Tongue of the Gods and Navel of Immortality it’s easy to see the importance of ghee in the Vedic literature. Long revered as a medicinal substance in Ayurveda, ghee has many uses beyond the kitchen. So whether you’re already a ghee devotee or you’re just getting to started, grab a cozy seat and learn about this important medicinal food.

Recipe: Lentil Pancake

Recipe: Lentil Pancake

Sometimes you just need something to soak up all that sauce. And if you’re gluten free like me, then you might feel like you’re missing out on the naan party. Consider this lentil pancake your curry hero. It’s the perfect base for any sauce or toppings - savory or sweet. Enjoy alongside a curry or soup for dipping or roll it up for a quick snack.

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What if I told you that your steps, your BMI and calories don't matter to me 🙊⁠ ⁠ That I care more about how you FEEL because⁠ ⁠ Wellness means supporting your WHOLE self⁠ ⁠ At Saraswati Ayurveda, we believe these are the key components to feeling G