This is what an anti-inflammatory cleanse typically looks like for me. A bowl of lean protein with an assortment of alkalizing veggies…simple, simple, simple, and always completely satisfying….
Super Simple Chicken & Veggie Bowl for Cleansing
Creamy Winter Cauliflower Soup
This soup is a constant in my life. Creamy, thick soups are a major comfort food…and this soup always does the trick. It is simple to make, impossible to ruin, and can be easily amended if you’re on an strict anti-inflammatory cleanse…just omit the caramelized mushrooms and it’s cleanse-friendly!…
Light Zucchini, Pea & Dill Soup
This lovely little pea soup is creamy, light, and super refreshing…the perfect dish for leisurely outdoor dinners on cool Summer nights….
The Power of Garlic
The next time you’re ready to dismiss garlic because of the potent smell, think about the good it can potentially do for your body…
Lovely little garlic packs immense nutritional power.
Archeological evidence shows ancient civilizations–including the Assyrians and Sumerians, Egyptians, Israelites, and Romans–used garlic for flavoring and various medicinal purposes….
Dr. Pratima Raichur – Pratima Skincare & Spa, New York City
Dr. Pratima Raichur is a pioneer of Ayurvedic skincare based in New York City. She has helped men, women and children throughout her 40-year career as an Ayurvedic doctor and aesthetician. She is the author of the best-selling book Absolute Beauty, as well as founder of PRATIMA skincare and the PRATIMA Ayurvedic Skincare Spa Clinic in New York City’s SoHo district. She lectures internationally and has been featured in Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar, Marie Claire, SELF, and InStyle Magazine.
“My husband received a job practicing medicine in New York. And I remember thinking it would be a real challenge bringing my own Ayurvedic practices here. The expression, ‘if you can make it here, you can make it anywhere’ was an inspiration at the time because I thought, ‘I like challenges!’ But what ended up happening was both beautiful and miraculous – I ended up in one of the most open-minded cities in the world. People came to me from word-of-mouth recommendations wanting to hear about this thing called ‘Ayurveda’ and were very open to new ideas and new concepts. And that is how my business grew, very organically. It actually turned out to be easier in New York than I think it would have been in any other national or international city….
Dairy: Cow vs. Goat
Both of the ladies above produce milk, but did you know there are significant differences between them? When I eat dairy, I stick to goat (or sheep’s) milk. Here’s why……
The Perfect Lemon Bar
I LOVE lemon desserts. Tart, tangy, fresh, sweet, yet creamy. Everything about this dish feels like a real treat. I always get asked for the recipe when sharing it. AND the best part, this version is made with healthier ingredients compared to the more traditional recipe, yet somehow tastes equally extraordinary. Sometimes life hands you little victories and this gluten-free, easy-to-make dessert is one of them….
