Top 10 Brain Facts!

It is possible that your brain could be the most complex object in the universe! Some scientists have devoted their lives to researching & learning how the brain functions. So in attempt to dispel some of the mystery, following are my pick for Top 10 Brain Facts:

Pitta provoked!

In human beings, Pitta’s primary responsibility is to coordinate digestion and healthy body temperature.

However, when Pitta dosha gets elevated above an individual’s unique “norm,” then signs of heat emerge: diarrhea, fever, inflammation, irritation, hot flashes, and rashes are common Pitta symptoms.

In the mental-emotional realm, aggravated Pitta can create anger, irritation, annoyance, rage, and a shorter fuse than usual.

The Transformation of Fire

In the last few posts, we’ve been learning about Vāta Dosha, the energy of  Ether (Space) and Air. Today, we dive into the fire of Pitta Dosha.

In Sanskrit the term Pitta पित्त comes from the word tapa, meaning heat or concentration.

Emphasize Antioxidants for a Youthful Brain

I turn 39 in August and cannot help but notice the barrage of anti-aging advertisements on television, in magazines, on billboards, and just about everywhere else I look. Although I am not bothered by the idea of getting older, I am bothered by the fact that the vast majority of these advertisements focus on outer appearance and very few on inner health and wellness.

As a result, I wanted to share some valuable advice for staying young and living a vibrant life… take care of your brain!

Attention is Priceless

We live in a fast paced world where multitasking is not only given honorable mention, but majority of the time a mandatory option. While this learned behavior can definitely help us check more things off the to-do list, it also makes us less likely to retain information in working memory, which impairs problem solving and creativity.

It’s no surprise, then, that everyone can benefit from a stronger ability to pay attention.

So what deranges Vāta?

I’m so glad you asked! Vāta is considered to be very important and was described by the ancient teachers as the universal creator of all things, the soul of all beings, the sustainer of life and the lord of death. Therefore it is highly recommended to make all effort NOT to disturb Vāta dosha!

Spice Up Your Brain!

by JoAnn Bayus

Spices do a lot more than make our food tasty.  They have endless health benefits as well. In fact, turmeric and cayenne pepper have been shown to benefit the brain.

Turmeric, a bright yellow spice that is often found in curries, has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which are both beneficial to brain health. According to Dr. Andrew Weil, some researchers believe that the reason India has one of the lowest rates of Alzheimer’s disease in the world is due their high intake if turmeric.

The Bridge Between Body, Mind & Consciousness

Vāta is the energy of Ether (Space) and Air.

The Sanskrit term vāta वात is related to the verb vah, meaning vehicle, to carry or move.

Vāta is present in movement, circulation & rhythm of the world around us and in our body and mind.