Tamarind – The Effects of the Indian Date Tamarindus indica

The tamarind tree is as common in South India as the sight of a chestnut or linden tree in southern Germany. What's inside the tamarind pods, does the plant really help with weight loss, and what does Ayurveda actually say about it? Find all this and a recipe for Indian tamarind chutney in this blog article. Read quickly!

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Nasya – Ayurvedic Nasal Cleansing and Care of the Nasal Mucous Membranes

Especially during the cold season, many struggle with dry mucous membranes, runny nose, and colds. The Ayurvedic oil treatment Nasya is used for these complaints. In this article, Sabine describes the various types of Nasya application and how you can practice Nasya. Additionally, you will find an overview of the different Nasya oils and their effectiveness. And now take a deep breath!

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What is Curry? 10 Facts About the Indian Spice Blend

The small curry tree in our garden bloomed for the first time this summer. It was this wonderfully fragrant white umbel with its delicate little petals that inspired me to write something about the subject of curry. When most people think of "curry," they think of the yellow to red spice powder used to sprinkle on curry sausages or cook Indian dishes. But there's so much more to curry! Who reads this here gets hungry!

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Tulsi: The Sacred Basil ocimum sanctum and Its Use in Ayurveda

Learn everything about Tulsi, the "sacred basil," in the Ayurveda lexicon. While it can also be used in the kitchen, in terms of taste it has little in common with the Italian basil commonly found in our region. The green Tulsi herb is rich in antibacterial and antioxidant active ingredients and is a popular medicinal herb in Ayurveda medicine. Find out why Tulsi is "sacred" and how to use it in Ayurveda.

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Guggul – Application and Effects of Indian Myrrh in Ayurveda

Guggulu is frequently used in Ayurveda. But what exactly is it? In this article, we provide insight into the effects of Guggul resin and the production of Ayurvedic herbal-spice pellets, the Guggulu. Read now!

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10 noteworthy facts about Rasayanas

Especially during the cold and dark season, we long for nourishing and strengthening foods that support us in staying physically and mentally vital through the winter. These building remedies are called Rasayanas in Ayurveda. In this article we have compiled 10 noteworthy facts about Rasayanas for you. One thing in advance: Rasayanas are of course not only used in winter. Now read and get warm!

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Churna Pindasveda – Instructions for an Ayurvedic massage with the herbal stamp

Shoulder and back pain occurs in many people who work mainly sitting. In this blog article you will learn how to make Ayurvedic herbal pouches Churna Pindasveda yourself and use them in an Ayurvedic massage to relieve shoulder pain. For the photos, Sabine's daughter-in-law Steffi massaged until she was yellow. Now find out more!

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Pepper – more than just a hot spice

In this blog article we introduce you to Sichuan pepper, long pepper, Timut pepper, cubeb pepper, paradise grains and many other vines and rue plant fruits. We not only go into their culinary content, but also their medicinal use. Because pepper is so much more than the black powder on the breakfast egg. And now: follow us to where the pepper grows!

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Moringa oleifera – Properties and Effects of the Miracle Tree

In recent years, moringa oleifera has been gaining increasing popularity, and its green powder has recently found its way into European superfood kitchens and smoothies. But what exactly is moringa? Why is it called the miracle tree? What attributes are ascribed to it in Ayurvedic medicine? Learn more about the properties of moringa oleifera, its nutrients, and applications!

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