In an Age of Endless Health Information, What Have We Forgotten? By Amita Nathwani MA, Ayurvedic Practitioner and Educator, June 2026 We are living in a remarkable time. Never before in human history have we had access to so much information about health. Every day
Spoiler – It’s Lunch Do you notice that you can no longer eat a heavy meal late at night the way you once did? Many people tell me that as they age, late dinners keep them awake, leave them feeling sluggish in the morning, or
The type of milk available in the United States is fundamentally different from the milk traditionally consumed in places like India, parts of Europe and New Zealand. The primary difference lies in the genetic makeup of the cows themselves.
Primum Non Nocere By Amita Nathwani, MA As an Ayurvedic medicine practitioner, I have the honor of seeing patients from every corner of our diverse society—political affiliations, socio-economic backgrounds, racial identities, and religious beliefs. What binds us together, despite our differences, is a shared desire
🌿 Nature’s Botanical Bodyguard 🌿 Last week, I was inundated with calls and messages from patients, friends, and family, all sharing the same news: they had either gotten the flu or tested positive for Covid-19. In response, I immediately recommended an over-the-counter anti-viral, aimed at
One of the beautiful things about Ayurvedic Medicine is that it is a full system of health. There are eight branches of medicine in Ayurveda, and all of them are still practiced today by Ayurvedic practitioners in India. The branches were detailed in the Vedas,
As we enter the new year, I often hear my friends, family, and patients talk about life changes they want to make for the betterment of their health and wellness. And as much as I support that, I am writing today to remind you to
I just read a wonderful article about The Extensive History and Modern Use of Detoxification and Cleansing by Dr. Sarah Bennett, NMD. Here, she highlights how in spite of the controversy around “modern day detox” and cleansing of the body, cultures around the world have been performing these
A client of mine once told me that when he was young, his parents would never let him just sit and be still. “Do something!” they would exclaim, “Even if it is wrong, do something!” This is all too common in the way we have
On Wednesday evening, Eric Garcetti, the mayor of Los Angeles, gave the people of his city a message regarding masks: if you really must go out on the street, for whatever reason, cover your mouth and nose. This measure was given to begin the first step to protecting one’s self from the virus.
In an Age of Endless Health Information, What Have We Forgotten? By Amita Nathwani MA, Ayurvedic Practitioner and Educator, June 2026 We are living in a remarkable time. Never before in human history have we had access to so much information about health. Every day
Spoiler – It’s Lunch Do you notice that you can no longer eat a heavy meal late at night the way you once did? Many people tell me that as they age, late dinners keep them awake, leave them feeling sluggish in the morning, or
The type of milk available in the United States is fundamentally different from the milk traditionally consumed in places like India, parts of Europe and New Zealand. The primary difference lies in the genetic makeup of the cows themselves.
Primum Non Nocere By Amita Nathwani, MA As an Ayurvedic medicine practitioner, I have the honor of seeing patients from every corner of our diverse society—political affiliations, socio-economic backgrounds, racial identities, and religious beliefs. What binds us together, despite our differences, is a shared desire
🌿 Nature’s Botanical Bodyguard 🌿 Last week, I was inundated with calls and messages from patients, friends, and family, all sharing the same news: they had either gotten the flu or tested positive for Covid-19. In response, I immediately recommended an over-the-counter anti-viral, aimed at
One of the beautiful things about Ayurvedic Medicine is that it is a full system of health. There are eight branches of medicine in Ayurveda, and all of them are still practiced today by Ayurvedic practitioners in India. The branches were detailed in the Vedas,
As we enter the new year, I often hear my friends, family, and patients talk about life changes they want to make for the betterment of their health and wellness. And as much as I support that, I am writing today to remind you to
I just read a wonderful article about The Extensive History and Modern Use of Detoxification and Cleansing by Dr. Sarah Bennett, NMD. Here, she highlights how in spite of the controversy around “modern day detox” and cleansing of the body, cultures around the world have been performing these
A client of mine once told me that when he was young, his parents would never let him just sit and be still. “Do something!” they would exclaim, “Even if it is wrong, do something!” This is all too common in the way we have
On Wednesday evening, Eric Garcetti, the mayor of Los Angeles, gave the people of his city a message regarding masks: if you really must go out on the street, for whatever reason, cover your mouth and nose. This measure was given to begin the first step to protecting one’s self from the virus.
