Autumn Harvest – Indian Slow Cooking

 Autumn has arrived!  The leaves have dried out after the intense summer heat, and we get a few weeks to enjoy that gorgeous Fall foliage, before they drop to the ground.  The days get noticeably shorter. The air feels drier, crisper, windier and cooler. Just as we experience these changes in Nature, we too find our bodies shifting with the seasons. 

Autumn is Vata season.  Just as we observe the animals and plants preparing themselves for the cold months ahead, we too must use this time of year to build nourishment at a deep level, in order to sustain us through the winter. It’s the time of year where we slow down activity, and are naturally drawn inward, to home and hearth.

One of the great joys of Fall, is the beautiful and bountiful harvest. Almost every culture celebrates this time of year, thanking Mother Nature for her endless supply of food and grain. We all have favorite autumnal memories of picking apples,  baking pies, mashing sweet potatoes, carving pumpkins, melting butter on corn bread, and of course the culmination of the whole season…feasting on Thanksgiving dinner.

Autumn is the ideal time for those cozy, comfort foods. Ayurveda encourages us to find balance in the Vata season with warm, moist, well-cooked meals.  Soups and stews are perfect because they are easy to digest, and pacify all of the light, dry qualities of Vata.

A yoga teacher and friend, Maura, who loves to cook Ayurvedic foods, introduced me to a wonderful new book that was the inspiration for this article.   It’s called The Indian Slow Cooker, by Anupy Singla.  I was so happy to find this book, because it is filled with delicious Indian recipes that are nourishing to the body, and so satisfying to the senses.  The best part is that all the recipes are for the “crock pot”, or slow-cooker, so busy working moms like me, or very busy people like yourselves, can prepare healthy meals, without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.

The author, Mrs. Singla, discusses in detail the many different kinds of Dahls (lentils or pulses) that are cooked slowly like a soup. Dahls are so nutritious because they are full of protein, (especially important for vegetarians). She also gives an explanation and picture of all the different Indian spices we use not only to flavor the food, but used medicinally as digestive herbs. 

In today’s world, it is a real treat for most of us to have a home cooked, tasty, warm dinner, at the end of a hectic day. Just simply slow-cook chopped seasonal root vegetables, lentil dahls, broth/water, ghee, and spices.  When you are ready to eat, garnish with fresh greens and enjoy with rice or roti (Indian flat bread).     Happy Harvest Cooking!

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Land of Soma
Nature has already blessed us with abundant snowfall this winter. Throughout the country people have been blanketed in snow the past few weeks. Even those of us in sunny Arizona got a sprinkling of snow. As I looked outside my window, the scenic red rocks of Sedona looked even more breathtaking, frosted in a pure winter white.

Ancient cultures throughout the world believed in the sacredness of mountains, valleys, rivers, and streams. They understood that divine energy flowed freely in places of majestic natural beauty. The Native Americans knew that the red rock formations of Sedona were special, and came here specifically to conduct their spiritual ceremonies.

The Hindu and Buddhist cultures could also feel the spiritual energies, the magic power of nature. To them, the shakti of certain places was palpable. They built their temples and shrines in those locations. One of the most revered mountain ranges in the East is the Himalayas. Of all the snow capped peaks in the Himalayas, Mount Kailash is supreme. Not because of its height (Mt. Everest is much taller), but because of its mythology. Mt. Kailash, as the Hindu’s call it, means “Crystal” mountain in Sanskrit. In Tibetan it is called “Gang Rinpoche”, or “Precious Jewel of Snow”. It is also known by the Tibetans as the Nine-Swastika mountain, the seat of all power.

Hindus believe that Lord Shiva, along with his consort Goddess Parvati, live in Mt. Kailash together, in eternal bliss. Unlike Lord Brahma or Vishnu, who reside in the heavens, Shiva and Parvati make their home, at the juncture of heaven and Earth, in the rooftop of the world, the summit of Mt. Kailash.

The mountain itself is shaped like a Shiva Lingam. At the base of the mountain, is the famous Lake Manasarovar, considered to be the Yoni, the feminine base for the lingam. Lake Mansarovar is the highest body of fresh water in the world. It is emerald green/turquoise in color, round in shape, and its waters are completely still, as its name implies. “Manasa -rovar” means mind – lake. May our mind be as still as this lake. The vedic puranas tell stories of the sacred waters that flow down from the matted locks of Shiva’s hair, and turn into healing rivers. This is not far from true reality, because geologists say that the four largest rivers in Asia, begin at the base of Mt. Kailash and Lake Manasarover.

It is a “Yathra” or pilgrimage destination for holy sages and spiritual seekers. They perform “parikrama” around the mountain, trekking for about 3 days by foot. After circumambulating the Mount Kailash lingam, one would take a dip, a ceremonial bath, in the icy waters of Lake Manasrover, the personification of purity. This yathra pilgrimage is said to cleanse a person of sins, even from 100 lifetimes ago.
This is the fertile mountain/ valley region that is known as the “Land of Soma”. Hindu legend has it, that Mt. Kailash is the famous mythological Meru mountain, located at the center, the very naval of our planet. The mountain was used to churn the ancient oceans, to reveal the sweet soma, the immortal nectar, buried underneath the waters. Besides the story of the soma being churned from the ocean, ayurvedic historians state that the elusive soma plants and creepers were found high up in the mountains of India. The best “soma-genic” herbs grew around this crisp, pure, mountain, valley and lakes. These remote, protected, regions are ripe with pranic energy, so close to the heavens, and unpolluted by man. It is the land of the original vedic rishis.

So as I stared outside my frosty window in Sedona this week, I wondered how Shiva and Parvati sat there in Mount Kailash, in that frozen tundra, clad only in their tiger skins, cobras and white ash. Then the answer came to me. They stayed warm by doing their tapas. Tapas is the inner fire generated by austerities, self discipline, penance, spiritual sacrifice.

May we all resolve start off the New Year, by clearly defining our means of Tapas (meditation, yogic sadhana, kundalini activation, devotional worship). Not only to stay warm in the icy weather, but to burn off the ego’s desire, and purify ourselves. May we pilgrimage to the inner Kailash, the Sahasrara crown chakra, and drink from the inner lake of soma, found only in the still mind.

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Give Yourself a gift this holiday season. Draw the ultimate, luxury, most pampering bath and treat yourself.

Every December we get caught up in a crazy holiday schedule. Our calendars get packed with office parties, dinner with good friends, and traveling many miles to visit family. Not to mention shopping for gifts, stringing lights, decorating, and cooking fabulous meals. Though we love all the festivities, the hectic routine takes a toll on our physical and mental health. With the extra busy schedule, we don’t always get a chance to relax after work and rest on the on the weekends.

As winter sets in, we can feel the cold temperatures right down to our bones. This is also the beginning of the cold and flu season. In this weather, lots of activity coupled with rich foods and alcohol can lead to a feeling of exhaustion.

This is why we must take some time to nurture ourselves this month. Ayurveda recommends warmth and moisture to pacify an aggravated Vata. We all could benefit from some self care, especially during the holiday rush. A comforting hot bath feels so wonderful to the body after being outdoors and whipped about by the wind.

Hydrotherapy has been used for centuries to clean out the body of toxins. The ama (toxins) builds up from the rich party food and Christmas cookies. This is followed by lowered immunity, due to the clogged strotas, channels of the body. Taking a detoxifying bath cleans us out and we feel lighter. We raise internal agni, sweat out impurities, clear sinuses and mucus congestion. This purification makes us less susceptible to flu germs.

Mentally and psychologically the warmth cocoons us, and we fell less stressed and anxious. Vata can create excessive thinking and worry. This is important at a time of emotional family reunions and excessive spending. A bath is the perfect escape where you can think more clearly, or better yet, quiet the mind completely. Warm water acts as a sedative to the nervous system. By adding aromatherapy, the calming vapors penetrate the skin, and balance brain activity.

Ideas for an Indulgent Ayurvedic Bath

Fill bathtub with comfortably warm to hot water. Pittas should use cooler temperatures. *Those with heart problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, inflammations, and other medical conditions should consult their doctor before taking a hot bath.

Start with a warm oil Abhyangha self massage preceding the bath, for increased circulation and peripheral blood flow.

By creating a sattvic, serene environment, the nervous system is soothed through all 5 senses. Place a soft candle flame to gaze upon, and play calming music. Sip upon water with lime to stay hydrated. Prepare cotton eye pads soaked in cool rosewater. Choose your very favorite, decadent, essential oil to grace your special bath.

½ cup baking soda and ½ cup of ginger powder to detoxify

2 cups Epsom salt – magnesium sulfate soothes sore muscles, stiff joints and increases alkalinity

1 cup fresh garden herbs in a mesh bag (ex: rosemary or lavender)

OR:

Try a Cleopatra style pampering bath with rose petals, milk and honey

7-10 drops of your favorite aromatherapy oil (should be mixed into salts or milk)

Soak for 15 – 25 minutes and let your stress dissolve. When you are finished, watch your fatigue go down the drain. Put on your fluffiest robe and slippers, and curl up in bed.

Happy Holidays to you!

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As Autumn winds begin to blow, the cool, dry season can easily unsettle Vata dosha. A nice warm cup of Masala Chai is the perfect way to enjoy those crisp Autumn mornings.

Throughout Asia, preparing and drinking tea is an elaborate ceremony, and is considered an art form. Each family may have their own special recipe and method of making their beloved chai. Whenever special guests or even a quick visitor stops by a friend’s home, they are always greeted with a fresh cup of chai. Many Indians may stop to take between two to four chai breaks a day.

Chai is the generic word for tea in India. What most westerners are referring to when they say “Chai” is actually called Masala Chai or Spiced Tea. It is the unique combination of exotic spices that has made this drink so popular all over the world. Not only do the aromatic spices make the tea so flavorful, but they are also considered Ayurvedic medicinal herbs, which aid in digestion.

The pungent spices like ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper all stimulate the agni or digestive fire. Cardamom helps to break up the mucilaginous qualities of milk, and in fact, greatly mitigates the effects of caffeine found in black tea. Different regions of India will have their own versions of Chai by adding individual ingredients like nutmeg, mint leaves, licorice, almonds, saffron, or rose essence.

Traditional masala chai liberally uses whole milk, creating that rich, creamy taste. The milk is actually cooked along with the water, tea, and spices; unlike western tea and coffee beverages, where a splash of milk is added at the end. This cooking method allows the milk to be more easily digested. Though Ayurveda suggests using full-fat, raw, cow’s milk, one could use low-fat or dairy substitutes like almond or rice milk.

Recipe for Masala Chai
2 ½ cups water
3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
½ inch piece of freshly grated ginger
Pinch of ground nutmeg
Pinch of ground black peppercorns
2 cardamom pods freshly ground
2 tablespoons of an Indian black tea (Assam, Darjeeling, Ceylon)
1 ½- 2 cups milk
1-2 teaspoons sweetener (Succanat, Turbinado, Date sugar)

Bring water and spices to a boil. Add tea and boil for 2 more minutes. Add milk and continue simmering on low flame. The chai has to be looked after carefully, because it can easily boil over. Strain into cups and serve. Sweetener can be added to taste.

** Black tea can be substituted with Herbal teas such as: Tulsi, Gotu Kola, Green tea, Rooibos, Yerba Mate, Dandelion, or Lemongrass

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Summer heat can really aggravate fiery Pitta dosha. Before you reach for that next ice cream cone to keep you cool, try following these simple Ayurvedic tips:

Fluids –Keep your body extra hydrated with ROOM TEMPERATURE drinks such as water infused with cucumber or fennel, coconut water, homemade spearmint / peppermint sun tea, aloe vera gel, and fresh fruit juices. For added effect – drink these from a silver cup. Remember to avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks like cola and coffee which further dehydrate.

Neem – Neem oil applied on the skin has natural sun protection qualities. Make a soothing paste with neem powder, aloe vera gel, and cilantro pulp to apply over common summer skin rashes, boils, acne, poison ivy, and itchy, swollen bug bites. Neem soaps, shampoos, and toothpastes are also available for summer cleansing.

Rosewater – For instant mid-day refreshment try a quick spritz of rosewater on the face. For red irritated eyes, place cotton balls dipped in rosewater over eyelids and rest for 10 minutes.

Oils – Sun exposure, pools and seawater really dehydrate the skin. Keep skin moisturized with a daily Coconut oil massage. Keep internally moisturized by cooking with pitta reducing Ghee. A little melted ghee in the dry nasal passages can also help prevent summertime Nose Bleeds.

Moonlight – Take an evening stroll in the moonlight. A great summertime exercise is to do a series of yoga Moon Salutations that bring in cooling lunar energy.

Aromatherapy – Soak at the end of the day in a warm bath with few drops of Jasmine essential oils. Finish your evening ritual by rubbing a drop of Sandalwood essential oil on the third-eye chakra and temples. Do this before bedtime meditation or prayers to stay mentally cool.

Color Therapy – Wearing whites, blues and greens will send out pitta pacifying vibrations.

Lassi – Prepare this traditional Indian drink by mixing 1 part fresh plain yogurt and 3 parts water in a blender. Garnish with roasted cumin seeds and cilantro leaves. Perfect for an afternoon pick me up.

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After a long winter we finally see the snow melt and the cold hard earth begin to thaw out.

Ayurveda understands that in Spring, our bodies similarly experience a thawing out, allowing fluids to secrete and flow freely, making it a perfect time to flush out toxins. In order to stay healthy and ward off illness, Ayurveda recommends a seasonal cleanse called Pancha Karma.

Pancha Karma (PK) cleansing is unique in that it is extremely gentle and nurturing. It is ideal for anyone who feels achy, low energy, allergy prone, overweight, mentally or emotionally stuck. The five main PK procedures clean out the body of deep seated toxins or Ama. Ama is accumulated from undigested foods, chemicals and environmental impurities.

Panchakarma consists of daily Abhyangha massages using herbalized oils to loosen the toxins from the tissues. These massages are followed by a steam bath that opens up the pores. Special treatments like Shiro Dhara (oil poured on the forehead) and Nasya (medicinal oils in the nasal and sinus passages) are done to clear out mental and emotional stress.

Pancha Karma’s aim is to rekindle the digestive fire, and burn off impurities. Therefore diet during this time is limited to a very simple soupy Kitchari (split yellow Mung beans, basmati rice, and digestive spices). Sipping on hot water and herbal teas throughout the cleanse clears out the lymphatic channels.

A little melted Ghee is drunk every morning for internal lubrication. A series of herbal and oil enemas help to clear out and nourish the colon. Special Ayurvedic herbs are taken to clean out the blood, liver, and balance all the organ systems.

Following the PK, regular foods and activities are gradually reintroduced in the daily routine. Certain Rasayanas, or rejuvenative herbal tonics given help support the immune system and rebuild healthier tissue.

Pancha Karma is traditionally done in an Ayurvedic clinic setting for at least 7 days with trained practitioners. However at the very least, one can do a simple 3 day home cleansing program.

Just as we take a few days this Spring season to clean out the dust around our homes, and the accumulated clutter in our closets and drawers, we should also make a little effort to clean out our bodies. We can than make room for new, healthier habits and attitudes.

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Shatavari “100 Husbands”
Latin: Asparagus Racemosus, Indian Asparagus Root
Vata? Pitta?

Shatavari is one of the great Ayurvedic Rasayanas. A Rasayana is a classification of herbs that have rejuvenative abilities. Rasayanas nourish the body and mind, build immunity, and promote longevity. They actually prevent deterioration and the aging process of cells, tissues and organs.

Shatavari is traditionally used as an overall health Rasayana for women. In fact it literally translates from Sanskrit as “100 hubands.” It is a reproductive tonic, giving women the strength and vitality to handle having a hundred spouses. It stimulates the production and balance of female hormones, making it the ideal herb for women of all ages.

For menstruating women it helps to regulate monthly cycles and ovulation. It is used to soothe PMS cramps, bloating, and irritability. High in Folic Acid, it helps to prevent anemia. Due to its pitta reducing nature, it helps in inflammatory conditions like bladder infections and UTI’s.

For women in child bearing years, Shatavari is given to enhance fertility. Also an aphrodisiac, it increases libido. It alleviates morning sickness during pregnancy. In India Shatavari is a must for ladies after pregnancy and childbirth to clean out their uterus and prevent Vata (air) from settling in. New mothers use Shatavari for its renowned ability to promote lactation of breast milk.

Peri-menopausal women take it to cool annoying hot flashes and mood swings. Even post menopausal women and those who have had hysterectomies greatly benefit from Shatavari’s rich source of phyto-estrogens. It has been used for thousands of years as a natural hormone replacement. Full of Soma qualities, Shatavari will lubricate and moisten the dry reproductive tissues as we age.

Men and women alike use Shatavari Rasyana for all kinds of Vata (dry) and Pitta (heat) conditions such as fever, heartburn, acidity, ulcers, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, and inflammation of the liver, kidneys or lungs.

Known as an adaptogenic herb, Shatavari minimizes the negative effects of stress on the nervous system. This herb is good for anyone under pressure, helping the body and mind to cope with challenges.

Depending on the condition and a person’s individual constitution, Shatavari can be taken alone, cooked in milk, ingested as a medicated ghee or oil, or made into a paste and applied externally.

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Ayurveda is the science of longevity, long life. Ayurveda actually has an entire branch of medicine solely dedicated to rejuvenative tonics and restorative spa therapies. These treatments are carried out precisely to retain the body’s youthful energy and mental acuity. We are to remain completely healthy at 100 years of age and beyond.

Lord Dhanvantari, the Hindu God of Medicine is always pictured holding a pot of Amrita, “the nectar of immortality”. In a real sense, this depiction of the ambrosia in his hands, as a magical elixir, a longevity potion, can be taken symbolically as well as literally.

Like all Vedic studies, the main focus of Ayurveda’s anti-aging regimen is to lead us towards Moksha – freedom from rebirth, liberation, perfection…to become immortal. Of course, along with spiritual evolution, we get to enjoy a disease free body, a sharp mind, flexible joints, beautiful skin and a young appearance. There are many legends of yogis in the Himalayas and throughout the world, who have defied our understanding of aging.

Recently Dr. Deepak Chopra held a seminar here in Sedona, AZ. He is internationally well known for his lectures and books on Mind/Body Medicine. In honor of his visit, I re-read two of his classics on Ayurveda and national best sellers: Perfect Health and Ageless Body, Timeless Mind. Dr.Chopra cites many scientific studies being conducted in modern biology and in the fascinating field of quantum physics. He eloquently shares with us that “aging is a mistake”. There are ways for us to prevent the deterioration and degeneration of our cells through Awareness. Our cells are constantly responding to our level of consciousness, our beliefs, and self-awareness. By actively working with yoga and ayurvedic practices, we can control the way we age.

Rasayanas are a special class of herbal formulas known as tonics, vitalizers. They keep the youthful juices, the anti-aging hormones, flowing throughout our tissues. Rasayana herbs circulate with the vital fluids, deep into minute channels, repairing cell memory, reminding them of their youthful, healthiest state. They are full of antioxidants, which stimulate natural immunity, fight destructive free radicals, and prevent degenerative diseases.

Recipes for the restorative Rasayana formulas are given in the original Ayurvedic scriptures, combining anywhere from 1 to 50 medicinal plants, spices, minerals, corals, pearls, and gems. (Ancient texts even included purified, alchemical mercury and gold, known throughout the ages for their amazing curative powers.) These herbal blends are preserved in ghee, honey, and unprocessed sugar to create a jam or paste, greatly increasing their potency. Oils can carry the nutrients into the deepest Dhatus, tissue layers. Authentic rasayanas should be harvested at specific moon cycles, prepared by hand, using utensils of copper, iron, and clay. They should be blended in specific proportions and cooked for exactly the right amount of time, creating a powerful yet safe rejuvenative tonic.

Rasayanas are so gentle that they can be safely taken throughout life, from childhood to old age, as part of our daily regimen. The preparation has an amphoteric quality, meaning it has a built in buffer, a natural intelligence, always helping the body to achieve homeostasis, balance, and equilibrium. The adaptogenic herbs help our system to cope with internal and environmental stress, that quickly bring on early signs of aging. Along with yoga and meditation, if taken as a part of our daily dinacharaya, rasayanas will preserve our youth, memory, brain power, vision, hearing, physical flexibility, bring luster to the skin, and brilliance to our eyes.

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Indian Sandalwood is one of the most sacred herbs of Ayurveda. Known scientifically as Santanlum album and in Sanskrit as Chandana. Sandalwood powder and essential oil are renowned for their many medicinal and spiritual uses.

Sandalwood comes from an evergreen tree that is grown in southern India. The precious oil collects in the heartwood (center of the trunk) and is best harvested after the tree is at least 60 years old. The wood is ground into powder and then steam-distilled into oil for use in soaps, cosmetics, candles, medicines, perfumes, and incense. The harder outer wood is used to make beads and carved statues of deities.

Cooling Sandalwood powder is mixed with water into paste, and applied medicinally to relieve Pitta heat conditions: sunburn, acne, rashes, fevers, herpes, and even infectious sores and ulcers.

Fragrant Sandalwood oil soap has natural antimicrobial and hydrating properties, making it an ideal cleanser for gentle, sensitive, and aging skin.

Calming Sandalwood is a wonderful meditation tool. Its sedative property clears stress from the nervous system. Essential oil applied on the third eye awakens intelligence and lifts depression. Burning incense and using a sandalwood mala for japa helps to quiet the mind.

Sacred Sandalwood has many spiritual significations as well. Sandalwood paste is used in Hindu religious rituals and ceremonies to purify the space. That paste is also applied on the forehead to bring the devotee closer to the divine.

The Indian sandalwood tree has become endangered in recent years. All Sandalwood trees in India are under government control and they have tried to prohibit the uprooting of these trees, whether on public, private, or temple lands. Exportation of sandalwood is strictly limited. However his has not stopped many poachers from smuggling sandalwood, raising the prices of this valuable commodity sky high. The older the tree, the more fragrant and valuable its wood.

Due to its numerous healing properties, pure sandalwood oil and powder are as precious as gold.

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Ayurveda translating from Sanskrit as “Knowledge of Life,” is the world’s oldest, most complete and time-proven healing science. It originated in India more than 5,000 years ago during the ancient Vedic culture, and is known as “Medicine of the Gods.” Ayurveda addresses the root causes of disease (not just the symptoms) and treats without any adverse side effects.

How can Ayurveda help me to achieve optimum health?
Ayurveda creates vibrant health and longevity through satvic (pure) foods, herbs, massage, body treatments, yoga, deep pranic breathing, and a consistent daily routine that is in keeping with our unique constitution or dosha (vata, pitta, kapha). These tools help us to release toxins accumulated in the body that lead to the dis-ease most of us suffer in today’s world.

How can Ayurveda lead me toward inner peace and true happiness?
Rooted in the spiritual tradition of the Vedas, Ayurveda’s ultimate goal is to help us achieve self enlightenment or true happiness, only possible through a healthy body and sound mind. Meditation, chanting of mantras or prayers, and ceremonial pujas bring inner peace and reflection, allowing us to release patterns that cause anxiety and block us from lasting happiness. By keeping us physically healthy and emotionally stable, an Ayurvedic Lifestyle allows us to focus our time and energies on enjoying this gift of life.

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