Böcker av Kate O'Donnell

Eat your way to increased energy, balanced emotions, and an overall state of calm and relaxation. In Ayurvedic medicine there are said to be three main energies that affect our mind: • sattva, the state of contentment and calm; • rajas, the state of reactivity and excitability; and • tamas, the dull, slow, and stagnant state of mind.The good news is that there are direct ways of bringing these states into balance through what we eat. The recipes in this book are simple, seasonal, and delicious, while bringing the traditional foods of Ayurveda into the modern kitchen.Everyday Ayurveda Cooking for a Calm, Clear Mind uncovers the true potential of food to heal not only our bodies, but our minds too.

"So many women desire a deeper sense of wellness, fueled by self-care, nurturing routines, healing foods, and herbal remedies. The ancient science of Ayurveda brings us back into relationship with the rhythms of our lives, streamlining our daily habits and attuning our activities by time of day and seasons. This book delivers insights into personal health, hormonal balance, and connection to nature, all from the simplest practices: what we eat. Food and herbs are medicine for body, mind, and soul. This practical guide inspires you to experience and cultivate health from the inside out. Kate empowers women to use experiential language for becoming intimate with their body, how it works, how it changes over time, and how to listen to its messages"--