The Elements of Ayurveda Podcast

Episode 89

Episode #89 Mother Nature gives us these wonderful herbs to help heal our body and mind naturally. Discover the healing qualities of the following herbs in this episode:

• Mint has one of the highest antioxidant capacities of any food meaning that it protects our cells against the effects of free radicals.
• Rosemary has been shown in scientific studies to improve memory, reducing and preventing cognitive dysfunction and brain ageing.
• Neem herb comes from the neem tree and it has so many medicinal benefits that it’s called the “village pharmacy."

Episode 82

Episode #82 Nature provides us with amazing natural medicine and in this podcast episode Colette discusses three common herbs and their powerful benefits for the body and mind. She discusses:

• Parsley – did you know that parsley qualifies as a ‘chemoprotective’ food i.e. cancer preventing. Learn about the other benefits of parsley and what Ayurveda has to say about this healing herb.
• Cilantro/Coriander is a powerful, cleansing agent that specifically targets toxic metals in the body. This herb has so many benefits and particularly beneficial for the Pitta dosha.
• Holy Basil/Tulsi is considered more therapeutic and very special in Ayurveda. It is a natural adaptogen which helps your body adapt to stress and promotes mental balance.

Find out much more about these herbs in this episode and how to use them is your diet to benefit from their healing properties.