In India the spirit and the intellect are considered separate; here it is believed that our thoughts are simply the stairs to reach the terrace of truth, but…
Ganga Aarti Rituals: Each night along the Ghats, closing prayer rituals gather crowds of thousands. Sacred ways of ancient times are practiced still today. Priests are trained for…
On the surface, my mind says, the ways of this country are not for the faint of heart, yet there is a deeper truth and a depth of…
In India, cows are considered to be sacred be-ings and intelligent pets. In the city of Agra, home of the Taj Mahal, cows are left to wander free,…
~ written by Katolen Yardley, MNIMH, Medical Herbalist You have heard about herbal medicine and are wondering how to begin furthering your learning?? How does one gain experience…
Health Benefits of Green Tea
Both Black and Green Tea originate from the same plant, Cameilla sinensis, however due to differences in harvesting and processing -where black tea is fermented and fully oxidized and green tea is prepared through steaming or pan frying techniques, the teas vary widely in flavor, aroma, nutrient content and each impacts our…