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Yogamint articles relating to Diet & Food
02-Sep-2012
Gluten: The Road Blocker
Nutrition for Life - Part II
In solving the riddle of inflammation, one of the keys is the gluten connection. Gluten is a group of proteins commonly found in grains such as wheat and barley.
19-Aug-2012
Menopause Matters
Help for Hot Flashes
Suffering from hot flashes? The combination of Ayurveda and Chinese medicine offers many natural benefits for women going through menopause by promoting a state of balance for...
05-Aug-2012
Exercise Your Mind
Maintain Mental Prowess
One of the myths of aging is the inevitability of losing your mental prowess. The good news is that there are there are a variety of things you can do to create a long-term positive effect on...
08-Jul-2012
411 on Inflammation
Nutrition for Life - Part I
Each person has a unique set of muscle cells, sleep patterns and hobbies. Some of us are runners, yogis, surfers, skiers, writers or travelers. Why would we all eat the same food?
24-Jun-2012
Hit the High Road
Ayurvedic Travel Tips
Air travel may be one of modern society’s greatest inventions, but like many new-age technologies, high-speed travel can cause subtle health imbalances. Travel, by definition...
17-Jun-2012
Summer Splendor
Very Berry Dessert
Berries are the quintessential summer food. Their bright colors and lovely sweet flavors make them seem like Mother Nature’s candy. Unlike candy, though, berries are good for you. They are low...
03-Jun-2012
About Face
The Story of Skin
Rough skin, blotches, spots, age-inappropriate sagging and wrinkles are indicators of lifestyle issues. The opposite is also true. When you have radiant health, your complexion is clear...
06-May-2012
Spring in Your Step
Nature's Veggie Bounty
Spring has sprung and after a long, cold winter your metabolism might be in need of a little boost. Most folks spend the winter hunkered down eating heavier, fattier foods.
22-Apr-2012
The Way of Plants
Herbal Wisdom - Part I
In times of confusion, when you feel you are lacking guidance or when you think “I must have it NOW,” how do you practice having patience? One way that is known to be effective for...
15-Apr-2012
All Hail Asaparagus
A Healthy, Seasonal Treat
Asparagus is thought to have originated in the Eastern Mediterranean region, but now grows—both wild and cultivated—all over the world. Enjoyed by humans for thousands of years...
11-Mar-2012
Postpartum Palate
Nutrition for New Moms
Following one of the most amazing, exhausting, and transformational life events a woman can experience, a new mother is in special need of highly nutritious, healing foods.
04-Mar-2012
Young at Heart
3 Tips to Defy Age
To a large degree, you can control how quickly—or slowly—your body ages. Whether you are 17 or 71, you choose what happens to your body by how you think, live and react to stress.
05-Feb-2012
Tangerine Dream
Bake a Mandarin Cake
Tangerines, mandarins and other citrus are such a treat in the colder months. Not only do these little bits of sunshine make your taste buds smile, but the Vitamin C they contain can help...
08-Jan-2012
Green Plate Special
Save the Earth in a Bite
Many people are going “green” to save resources and sustain the planet. Shifting to a plant-based diet supports your personal health as well as the health of our Mother Earth. As yogis...
04-Dec-2011
Finding Comfort
Cooking with Intention
What makes food comforting? Nurturing yourself after a long day with a well-prepared meal brings comfort to yourself and joy to those partaking in it.
20-Nov-2011
Little Party Animals
Yoga-Themed Birthdays
Want to do something unique for your child’s next birthday party? How about a yoga party? A yoga-themed party gives your child (and the birthday guests) opportunity fun way to get exercise...
30-Oct-2011
Ch-ch-ch-Chia!
Sacred Aztec Superfood
The key to good nutrition, given the stresses of today's modern lifestyle, is to to take advantage of “superfoods.” Superfood is a term used to describe foods that are extremely nutrient-dense.
16-Oct-2011
Soup it Up
Fall's Versatile Meal
As the air turns crisp and the trees don shades of gold and orange, warm comforting meals are made for the season. Just as berries refresh on a hot summer day...
02-Oct-2011
Go for the Greens
Leafy Vegetable Nutrition
Green means go—and not just at the traffic light. The energy of the color signifies a positive action, as well as freshness, growth and abundance. Think about the earth, Mother Nature, green trees...
04-Sep-2011
Balancing Sexual Energy
Yogic Food for Men
Can yoga channel the strongest biochemical energy in our bodies? Yes, yoga can actually serve men (and women) to redirect sexual energy into creativity, thus strengthening and balancing...
14-Aug-2011
Food for Thought
Inspire Healthy Habits
Inspiring those you love to eat healthy foods can be challenging. Children can be resistant to trying new things, particularly veggies or multi-ingredient recipes.
17-Jul-2011
Picnic with Tempeh
Meatless Barbeque Burger
Practicing yoga is sure to make you more aware of what you think, do, say and eat. For many (including myself), teaching yogic lifestyle and meditation includes sharing the benefits of a healthful...
03-Jul-2011
Fad-Free Detox
Cleanse for Life
The key to successful cleansing is to understand why you eat, what you eat and when you eat. This knowledge helps you build a new awareness around food.
12-Jun-2011
Simply Vegetarian
Nourishing Food for Life
Shifting to, or maintaining, a vegetarian diet to create a healthier body and a more peaceful mind can be a very simple process. Just as you brush your teeth and shower to keep your outside body clean,
15-May-2011
Take-Along Treats
Crunchy Granola Bars
As the afternoons begin to warm up, it’s hard to resist the urge to get out and soak up the springtime sun. While the weather entices you outdoors, you may also find yourself eating away from home more...
08-May-2011
Hit the Road Yogis
Traveling with Kids
Fun…adventure…and sometimes a little bit of crazy. When you travel with kids, chances are you’ll experience it all at some point. Whether you are embarking on a short trek or an international...
17-Apr-2011
Five Steps to Health
Ayurvedic Home Cleanse
Spring cleansing can do wonders for your body and spirit, helping to rid the body of accumulated toxins (ama) produced by improper digestion. According to Ayurveda, the buildup of ama is the root...
03-Apr-2011
Where's the Protein
Bountiful Vegan Diet
Veganism is a word that often scares people and why wouldn't it? Most people think a vegan diet is bland, lacking flavor, variety and, most importantly, protein!
13-Mar-2011
Easy Being Green
Reuse, Recycle, Redistribute
Why go green? A great way to think about this “hot” topic is to look at the basic needs of human beings: shelter, fire, water and food. For example, the concept of reuse and recycle plays out ...
13-Feb-2011
Kid-Proof Meals
Healthy and Fun Foods
Feeding children healthy meals can be overwhelming at times. After all, what you place in front of them now is what will help their bodies and brains grow and develop into healthy adults.
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