Yoga is the gift that India has given to the world. The ancient discipline of Yoga that originated centuries ago has now touched many lives worldwide. A mysterious aura has always surrounded the origin and teachings of Yoga. Historians and scholars have unearthed ample literature on Yoga that is authentic and informative. As we know…
Yoga is an ancient Indian discipline comprising various practices that help to strengthen the mind, body and spirit alike. Today, no place in the world remains untouched by the positive influence of yoga. The art and technique of yoga originated in the Eastern world in India many centuries ago. Historians and scholars alike believe that…
It is almost second nature for most people to stretch their arms upward and breathe deeply after a particularly stressful day. And isn’t it the most beautiful feeling? Stretching your arms upwards also allows your spinal muscles to stretch and the spinal nerves to relax. The stretching of the spine and the ensuing relaxation that one…
Fasting is a voluntary way of practicing controlled intake of food and drinks. People usually observe a fast for medical or religious reasons. Medically speaking, fasting is a state of metabolism achieved after digestion of food or eating no food for at least 10-12 hours.Followers of Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism, and Jainism observe several fasts through…
The Science And Religion Behind Walking “Walking is man’s best medicine” – Hippocrates. Walking is a primary way of locomotion for human beings. In the archaic era of the stone age, it was also the only means of traveling from one place to another. As the wheels of time turned, walking was no longer necessary,…
What Is Chanting? Chanting is the rhythmic recitation of a string of words that have spiritual or religious significance. It may involve the repetition of a specific phrase over and over again. People often recite chants as part of their daily prayer, during religious sermons, or while they meditate. Hinduism, Islam, Christianity, Sikhism, Buddhism, Zoroastrianism…
Chyawanprash: History And Origin Chyawanprash is a herbal preparation that Indians have been using since time immemorial. It has antioxidant, immunoprotective, and rejuvenating properties. Chamanprash or Chyavanaprasam are the other names of it.The Ashvinis are a pair of twin Indian Gods credited for giving Chyawanprash to the world. They served as royal physicians in…
Turmeric in English or Haridra in Sanskrit, Haldi in Hindi, Manjal in Tamil is a condiment used extensively in Indian and Middle Eastern cooking. It is known for its medicinal properties among people residing in Southeast Asia and Middle Eastern countries. It also finds mention in several ancient scriptures written by scholars of Ayurveda. The…
Kalmegh is a Hindi language word for the Green Chiretta plant. It is rightly named ‘King of Bitters’ owing to the bitter taste the herb leaves in the mouth of anybody who consumes it. Despite this characteristically unpleasant taste, it is highly sought after, owing to its numerous medicinal properties. This herb is known by…
Yoga is a spiritual discipline that can unite us with our spiritual selves and help us harmonize with our inner energies. By coordinating and uniting our body and mind, it helps us attain our inherent power and gives us the ability for self-realization. Simple postures have long-term benefits for physical and mental health! The Santosh…