Medhya rasayana is the classical Ayurvedic category for herbs traditionally used to support memory and mental clarity: brahmi, mandukaparni, shankhapushpi, and yashtimadhu. Here is what the tradition says, what the modern research does and does not support, and who should be careful.

If you have OA, focus on therapies and supplements that help decrease the rate of damage and enhance cartilage matrix repair and regeneration. In this goal, natural agents such as hyaluronic acid can be extremely valuable.

Echinacea is the most popular herb for supporting the natural defenses.* It has a long history of traditional use, and multiple studies have found that, taken at onset, the herb effectively promotes a rapid response to immune challenges.*

While you can help cleanse your body naturally with foods every day, spring is a special time for an ayurvedic seasonal cleanse. In American culture we think of spring cleaning for our homes, and probably eating lighter to lose some winter pounds, but we can also learn from other traditions that incorporate a spring cleanse. 

Stress also taxes the immune system, making you more susceptible to infections.  What are some fun stress relieving activities to lower your stress level?

Bloating is unattractive, uncomfortable, and generally undesirable in every way. Luckily, there are some easy ways you can prevent bloating. Instead of eating these 3 things, try our suggestions!

We have all heard it before: "Eat more fiber."

But not all fibers are created equal. Different types will have different effects on your health, and not everyone's body reacts to fiber the same way.

Ashwagandha is one of the most evidence-backed natural options for anxiety — but the extract you choose, the dose you take, and how long you take it determine whether you actually feel the difference. A practitioner's guide to which form works, what the research shows, and who should not take it.