Heal-Thy Self
Well--gee--I never noticed this before but the word "Healthy" is made up of the words "heal" and "thy". Of course, now that I see it, it feels like finding a hidden object in a child's activity book---boom--got it! It's a new year --- here are some quick add-ons that don't take much time or willpower; just what we need in post holiday recovery with an eye toward improving our health. Winter can be harsh  on our skin. Want to pamper and moisturize naturally? Skin and dental healh is important this time of year. Check out the Radiant Skin and Healthy Teeth Workshop below.
Live with radiant intention and be well. Rhonda
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Heal-Thy Self Tip #1
Drink Hot Spice Water Daily
1/2 tsp Fennel Seeds  1/4 tsp Cumin Seeds 1/4 tsp Coriander Seeds Add 1 tsp of seed mixture to a thermos of boiled water. This is a foundational daily Ayurveda health habit. Here is why this is so good for you. The hot water alone on the side of your tongue provides digestive signals to your body. If there is something active in your digestive system it will aid that or if not, the hot water signals the body to go into the fat cells to digest stored fat---which is also where most toxins reside. So this treasure is both for detoxing and weight loss. On top of the hot water effect, the three spices are major digestive aids so they intensify the process. This mixture is tri-doshic. It is more effective to sip throughout the day rather than drink it all at once. It's cheaper to purchase seeds in bulk at a health store or co-op rather than in small spice jars at grocery stores. You may wish to order organic spices at Banyan Botanicals.
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Heal-Thy Self Tip #2
Ingredients:
1/16 tsp Cayenne pepper
1 C water
1/4 lemon or 1/2 a small lemon
1 tsp honey
1/8 tsp Braggs (or other) raw apple cider vinegar that contains the "mother"
Preparation:
Place ingredients in hot water and stir. Drink in the morning upon waking (after scraping tongue), 1/2 hour before meals, or sip slowly after meals.
Ayurvedic notes
Lemon, honey, vinegar and cayenne form a classic, vivacious Ayurvedic blend to boost fat digestion and metabolism. A strong sour taste encourages the free flow of bile from your liver and gall bladder to your gut. After drinking Lemon & Spice tea, a warm sensation in the midriff will confirm these effects.
Courtesy The Joyful Belly: http://www.joyfulbelly.com/
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Classes 
Rhonda Egidio, Ph.D., R.A.P., Registered Ayurveda Practitioner, feels great passion for sharing the wisdom of Ayurveda and the simple yet effective practices that can make important upgrades to our digestion and overall radiant health.
Ayurveda for Radiant Skin
and Healthy Teeth
A core philosophy of Ayurveda is that beauty is an essential aspect of our being and that it radiates from within. Even though skin is an outer shell, it reflects the inner workings of our body. We need to protect, cleanse, nourish, and hydrate our skin both from within and from the outside. Learn effective, time-tested diet, lifestyle, and natural treatments to nourish your skin and teeth. In this workshop, you will make skin and dental treatments to take with you.
$45 by January 9, 2016; $55 thereafter. Register
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Diabetes is Preventable and Reversible February 10 and 17, 2016
Diabetes is an epidemic. It is important to understand how we got here and what we can do in our lives to prevent or reverse diabetes. The key is to make a few strategic changes in diet and lifestyle to turn things around. You will leave with a plan of action.
$45 by February 6, 2016; $55 thereafter. Register
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Strengthen Your Immune System with Probiotics for a Healthy Spring
March 16 and 23, 2016
Prevent cold and flu viruses from catching you by using natural, Ayurvedic remedies from your kitchen cupboard and self-care practices to feel your best. You will learn how your immune system works and how to strengthen it with probiotics and herbal/spice combinations. We will make some probiotic-rich fermented foods in the kitchen for you to take home!
$45 by March 12; $55 thereafter. Register
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Dr. Rhond a Egidio, R.A.P, [Registered Ayurveda Professional] provides Ayurvedic assessments of primary health concerns, diet, sleep and lifestyle and offers Ayurvedic recommendations. It's a good idea to get a baseline assessment to help you to apply Ayurveda knowledge in a customized way to your particular needs. Check out assessment and session options.
Rhonda Egidio, 269-345-2991
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Heal-Thy Self Tip #3
Homemade No-Fluoride Toothpaste
Ingredients:
3 Tbsp baking soda
1 Tbsp finely ground sea salt (mild antibacterial, whitener and good for the gums)
Optional: 1/2 tsp finely ground dried sage or powdered neem.
Optional: A few drops peppermint essential oil
Directions
Grind sea salt in a small coffee grinder, if needed, to make as powdery as possible. Baking soda has low abrasion compared with commercial toothpastes. See here for research results.
Mix all ingredients to taste. If you prefer paste,
mix in a teaspoon of coconut oil at a time until you find the right consistency.
Put into a small, sealable jar or squeezable container and keep in a relatively cool place.
Brush. Don't forget to floss!
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Heal-Thy Self Tip #4
Make Your Own Cough Syrup
1 cup of raw, organic honey (or maple syrup for children under 12 months)
1 quart of pure water
¼ cup of lemon juice
¼ cup of freshly grated ginger root (or ginger powder)
1 Tbsp of cinnamon
¼ cup dried chamomile flowers powder
¼ cup marshmallow root powder
Visit here for directions
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Ayurveda information shared here is for general educational purposes and is not intended to substitute for medical or psychological advice. Please consult with a qualified medical professional in these matters.
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Full Disclosure
In the spirit of full disclosure, I do receive some financial compensation when you click through a newsletter link to Banyan Botanicals and order a product
Cheers, Rhonda
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Ayurveda thermos for your daily spice water. (regular price $200)