Brimming with vegetable and barley goodness, this barley soup is great for you but also leaves you feeling totally satisfied. It is very substantial, almost more of a stew than a soup. Brimming with vegetable and barley goodness, this soup Read more
Beetroot is in season July through to January so it’s a great vegetable to eat throughout the winter. This sweet-sour Ayurvedic beetroot curry is a delicious way to eat it. If serving with naan, a great spelt naan bread recipe can Read more
The added sour element from the lime or lemon adds a great twist to this tasty, healthy vegetarian dal soup. It is a very thick, substantial soup which can be eaten as such or had with rice, preferably brown to ensure Read more
These Ayurvedic date flapjacks are absolutely delicious and are great for strengthening and nourishing. They are vata and pitta pacifying but only eat in small amounts if you are watching kapha/weight or have ama. These Ayurvedic date flapjacks are absolutely Read more
This classic mung dal is a fantastically tasty vegetarian dish which, when served with wholegrains (e.g. brown rice) or dairy, provides a full protein meal. It is a simple recipe to prepare and easy to digest. Kids like it too! Mung Read more
This simple yet tasty meal is just one way to increase pulses in your diet. This is my eldest son’s favourite meal, which came as a bit of a surprise! For reducing pitta, use the leek rather than the garlic.
Ayurvedic buttermilk (takra) is a liquid preparation made by churning yoghurt with water. It is a digestive stimulant and helps with proper elimination. It is very beneficial in cases of IBS, Crohn’s disease, haemorrhoids and obesity. Ayurvedic buttermilk (takra) is Read more
This is an excellent soup for times when you need to cleanse. This may be when you are feeling unwell, sluggish or have poor digestion. It is also a fantastic soup to have as a cleanse at the turn of Read more
Given my usual fascination with digestion, you’d be forgiven for thinking I mean that kind of wind. But, for once, I don’t. In this instance, I refer to vata, the ‘wind’ (or air and space) principle in your body and Read more
“Let’s meet for coffee”. Who doesn’t say it? I don’t even drink coffee and it is still a phrase that trips off the tongue. Coffee has reached cult status and it is no surprise. That hit of caffeine feels good. Read more