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A core principle of Ayurveda is living in rhythm with the seasons.  The moon plays an integral role in our living in harmony with nature...

If you have ever been to an Ayurvedic physician or have taken any kind of online dosha quiz, you might know, the first thing they tell...

Let’s have a glimpse at what Panchmahabhuta is, and why does Ayurveda emphasis so much on it. According to Indian philosophers, each and...

Fall and Winter Essential Herbs Why herbs? Herbs are an integral part in our Ayurvedic practice.  They are powerful tools that help with...

Life brings many changes and we must constantly process and evolve to keep growing. Through weather, seasons, relationships, life stages,...

In the health and fitness world we hear all about the importance of protein, protein, and protein. Yet, there’s a huge part of our diet...

Summer for many people is a time of activity, movement, and nature! Activities from family reunions, late night gatherings, summer camps,...

Summertime and the living is easy! Summer, like each of the seasons, brings a distinct personality of light, fire, heat, and intensity....

Coffee has spread around the world and has become an increasing part of many diets. Ayurveda teaches us that all plants serve a purpose....

Do you have an idea of where you want to be in the future, but don’t know where to start? If so, it helps to differentiate between your...

For thousands of years, the heart has been recognized as the seat of the soul in many different cultures around the world. Today, science...

Oversleeping, lethargy, constant food cravings, and low moods can be signs of mild depression. There can come many emotional ups and...

Healing the Gut: Part 2 In last week’s article, we talked about how having a healthy gut is essential for the wellness of our whole...

Summer is the favorite season for travel. The warm weather and time off from school and work leaves open time for vacations, but with the...

For thousands of years, Kitchari has been a prized recipe used in the Ayurvedic cookbook due to its amazing healing benefits and...

In Ayurveda, it is said that we are one with nature. Back when everyone was relying on the foods they grew out of the ground for...

Have you ever heard the term “you are what you eat”? Well, at Santa Cruz Ayurveda we take it a step further and suggest: you are what you...