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Love Yoga? Take Teacher Training with Sana Vida
If you’ve come to this blog, chances are that you are in a yogic frame of mind. Are you just curious? Have a practice, whether it includes asana (postures) or meditation (dhyana)? Or are you simply moving towards balance and … Continue reading
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200 Hour YTT at Sana Vida Coming in January!
Sana Vida is beginning their 200-hour YA National Certified Yoga Teacher and Personal Growth Training Program on January 21, 2015. This 6 week intensive is taught by teachers and therapists with over a combined 50 years of personal and professional experience … Continue reading
Here’s a link to my you tube video recipe that I’ll be sharing edible samples of on Sat. June 22nd at Hamptons Yoga Healing Arts in Westhampton Beach NY http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MSQlPaV0Ls&list=PLAmG4Jet9TenzILRsNd7uG_YsJVAlh7yY …register at https://hamptonsyogahealingarts.liveeditaurora.com/
Magical Maui!
I am still feeling all a-glow after our fantastic week-long retreat at Lumeria Maui! There is something about the islands of Hawaii that is powerfully healing beyond words. And we were blessed with an incredibly special group of retreat participants. … Continue reading
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Diet, Nutritional Counseling with Gina
Through the Diet, Nutrition and Lifestyle coaching I received with Gina via Skype, I came to this epiphany: There is something I noticed today about my eating. No matter what my weight was, I used to praise or shame myself … Continue reading
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Breakfast Recipe Review
I made the breakfast recipe the fast way. Didn’t do the crock pot last night so I decided try to do all the same things, just on the stove top. I added ghee then nutmeg, cinnamon, cardamom, coriander. Added rice … Continue reading
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Yesterday we sent out a newsletter with
Yesterday we sent out a newsletter with some lifestyle tips and a HUGE discount for the Yoga Vacation in May 2013 hosted by @GinaCaccavalla . Don’t want miss out just because we don’t have your email. http://ow.ly/euKch
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Quickest Way To Become A Female Entrepreneur Rock Star
The following guest post is from Ashley Steinmetz, CEO and Chief Digital Marketing Strategist at Perfect Wave Marketing A DASH OF MEDITATION Knowledge is power. You hear phrases and quotes throughout your whole life but they rarely click or make … Continue reading
Ayurveda is a Journey of Healing, Learning and Love
It’s funny, 20 years ago I lectured regularly on the health value of coconuts and women would get up and walk out on me…but yes… In Ayurveda oils are highly regarded. A variety of high quality, expeller or cold pressed … Continue reading
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Wishing everyone a safe and wonderful Th
Wishing everyone a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving. Here is a meditation I’d like to share with you perfect for the holidays if you are feeling stressed. Listen to my voice as I guide you through this meditation… http://wp.me/p1chvQ-5S
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AyurYogaSpa Clothing 20% OFF Coupon Code aysclothes
Hi there, AyurYogaSpa clothing is 20% OFF during the month of August. Shop on the website by clicking the picture or head into Sana Vida Wellness Spa & Tea Bar to purchase. Use AyurYogaSpa Clothing 20% OFF Coupon Code aysclothes.
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I Wanted to Share Something That Comes Up A Lot
This was my response to a client’s journal entry, thought it a useful tip for everyone…it comes up a lot 😉 Anxiety, Sadness, Depression, Mental and Emotional Highs and Lows, all feelings are in fact “linked” to your hormones. Hormones … Continue reading
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The BEST Cold Cucumber and Avocado Energy Soup
I love this recipe! Today I show you how to make a Cold Cucumber and Avocado Energy Soup and tell you about balancing your mind and body using the ingredients. Remember, everyone is unique. That is why I give everyone … Continue reading
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4 Cleansing and Rejuvenating Drinks Recipes
It’s okay to mix water instead of ice in any of the drinks below. I’m not a huge fan of measuring so for these drinks add the ingredients and blend to taste. Iceberg & Green Lettuce, Cucumber, Orange, Apricot, Peach, … Continue reading
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Yum! Tropical Smoothie Recipe
Here’s another delicious smoothie recipe. Yum! Tropical Smoothie For a creamy base use Almond, Soy or Organic Low Fat Milk or Organic Non-Fat Yogurt For a liquid base add Organic Fruit Sweetened Tropical Juice or Unsweetened Tropical Herbal Tea Add … Continue reading
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Summer Fruit Energy Smoothie
Gina’s Spring /Summer Fruit Energy Smoothie For a fast healthy breakfast try fruit smoothies or other natural low fat protein drinks. Keep your smoothie cool but not iced or frozen. Berry Smoothie Use Almond, Soy or Organic Low Fat Milk … Continue reading
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The Healing Benefits in our Pitta Mind/Body Oil Blend
To make my Signature AyurYogaSpa Pitta Mind & Body Oil I infused the blend with Palo Santo Oil and the actual Palo Santo Wood. The Healing Benefits of this Pitta Oil Blend are: Brings clarity, calm and focus to the mind Purifies and strengthens … Continue reading
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You’re Invited! Two Workshops, Saturday May 21st
Saturday Workshops May 21st 10:00am– 12:00pm Intro to Ayurveda & Yoga and Lecture All levels friendly AyurYoga Practice for the Tri-Doshas-Vata, Pitta and Kapha mind and body types. Yoga Class followed by interactive lecture w/ Q&A. Learn how to determine and … Continue reading
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Growing Worldwide
Ayurveda is the most complete and personalized system of healthcare on the planet! Ayurveda encompasses Mind & Body Specific Healing Diets, Medicinal Teas, Herbalism, Balanced Lifestyle, Color Therapy, Gem Therapy, Sound Therapy, Aromatherapy Yoga, Meditation, Nature. Mind & Body Specific Spa … Continue reading
Best Eating Practices for Traveling, Fast Food and Restaurants
Eat what you like but eat less and consciously Slow down and sit Take 5 slow breaths Small bites of food are best Small sips of water and avoid guzzling Chew slowly, chew well until soft and moist then swallow … Continue reading
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The Health Benefits of Lavender Essential Oil
The health benefits of lavender essential oil include its ability to: Remove nervous tension Relieve pain Disinfect scalp and skin Enhance blood circulation Treat respiratory problems Lavender essential oil induces sleep and is often recommended for insomnia. It is also … Continue reading
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The Benefits of Lemon-Scented Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Lemon-Scented Eucalyptus oil is a different eucalyptus from Ethiopia with clear sweet-lemony notes. It is ideal for treating confusion, withdrawal and poor focus, as well as for mental restlessness. This essential oil is used for various types of skin issues and improving circulation … Continue reading
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Essential Oils and Your Health
Safety First, When Blending at Home Like herbs, aromas need to be combined carefully for synergistic results. If used incorrectly, aromas can actually create imbalance and lead to irritation, and the like, remember a little goes a long way. Essential … Continue reading
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Sweet Orange Essential Oil
Sweet Orange essential oil is a sweet-citrus fragrance, cold-pressed from organic orange rinds. It is a favorite oil with infants and children. Sweet Orange essential oil is: Uplifting Balancing Harmonizing And it Relieves Tension, Moodiness and Irritability This oil is … Continue reading
What it Takes for Vibrant Health, True Happiness and Healing
In addition to Yoga, Ayurveda offers “The 5 Sense Therapies”, which are all natural prescriptions for health and healing. Healing has many meanings and layers. Rather than treating symptoms, Ayurveda treats the energetic imbalances that cause these symptoms, thus inviting … Continue reading
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An Intro to Ayurveda and Yoga
Ayurveda is Yoga’s big sister and a traditional system of natural medicine originating in India and greatly increasing in the U.S. today. It has been practiced for more than 5,000 years. Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word, meaning “science or knowledge … Continue reading
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Each Person has a Unique Mind/Body Constitution
I started this blog to share my knowledge and love for Ayurveda and Yoga. I hope you are enjoying what I have been posting. If you find yourself wanting to know more about how I can help you specifically, send … Continue reading
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‘Know Your Dosha’ Part 1
The next few posts will be Dosha influenced as I am leading up to posting a Dosha Quiz I created. Today, I’m talking about Pittas. Wondering if you are a Pitta? Email me with any questions HERE and if … Continue reading
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How To Manage and Prevent Migraines Using Ayurveda
There are are many options when it comes to managing and even preventing migraines using Yoga, Ayurveda, and Sense Therapies such as diet, herbs, aromatherapy and lifestyle. Although to safely and accurately prescribe a mind/nervine tonic would require I see … Continue reading
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The First Step In Balancing Your Weight
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A Quick Digestion Aid
If you want to aid in digestion after a full day of food, try chewing on or sipping tea made from some natural candied or fresh gingeroot pieces before during or after meal. Other herbs and spices that can be … Continue reading
Clarity Comes with a Great Bowel Movement
I am inspired by the change of season. In Ayurveda “the science and medicine of natural health,” we know that our mind and body are strongly influenced by the change of season so we encourage daily self-care. Dina Charya is … Continue reading
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How I Improve Digestion, Joint Health, Immunity and Energy with 1 Drink Every Day
Golden Milk is a delicious tasting healing tea and an ancient beverage used to improve digestion, joint health, immunity and energy. I was first introduced to this during my Kundalini Yoga training by Yogi Bhajan. Yogi Bhajan also created the Yogi Tea … Continue reading
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Why Everyone Should Practice Self-Abhyanga Daily
I love my new bath and body oils I blended for this season’s Vata-Pitta-Kapha Balancing, now at Sana Vida and soon available at the AyurYogaSpa store. As part of Dina Charya or Morning Self-Care there is something called Self-Abhyanga or … Continue reading
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Meditation Will Change Your Life
I never thought I would utter these words ever!….But…I love to meditate! My greatest inspiration, awareness, self-acceptance and self – love have come from regular, yes I said regular meditation. Oh, I know what some of you are saying, what … Continue reading
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Hello Yogis and Ayurveda friends
Monday, December 6th will be the start of a wonderful weekly adventure with me, Gina. My goal is to share my knowledge of Yoga and Ayurveda with you in hopes that you will learn something new or add to your … Continue reading
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