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The traditional healing system of India, Ayurveda has an over 6000 year history of effectively bringing into balance the body, mind, and soul. It is founded upon the unchanging, universal principles of the natural world. As the science of life, Ayurveda goes well beyond the treatment of disease, to guide us in living life fully and achieving our potential.
At the core of Ayurvedic philosophy is the concept of the three doshas, the vital energies that make up our physical constitution and are evident all around us.
Knowing your doshic constitution provides you with an understanding of your basic physical and psychological nature, and helps you tailor a personal diet and lifestyle that maintains optimum health and peace of mind.
Only a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner can accurately assess the exact balance of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha energies in your physical constitution; however, it is possible to get some idea from a simple self-test.
Click to Download PDF
If you're ready to dive into how to best support your unique doshic constitution, catch a re-play from our co-founder, Briana Borten a Clinical Ayurvedic specialist, in her class on the best type of massage for your doshic type.
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आयुर्वेद
The doctor of the future will give no medication, but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, diet and in the cause and prevention of disease. ~Thomas Edison
Ayurveda is a system of natural healing that has been evolving for over 5,000 years. It has a rich history that has influenced Early Greek, Western, and Traditional Chinese Medicine, and in a world dominated by Western convention, Ayurveda provides us with something more than a system of solely treating symptoms and illness. Ayurveda not only translates to “science of life,” but is a body of ancient knowledge finely crafted to keep one’s mind, body, and spirit vital, healthy, and balanced in the midst of our environment by analyzing the integration of one’s daily life routines, seasons, diet, and behavioral characteristics.
We are a part of nature.
In Ayurveda there are three fundamental forces (or doshas) that regulate our internal and external environments: in Sanskrit they are Vata (wind), Pitta (fire), and Kapha (earth). Every person has a unique ratio of these energies that dictate and shape our health and behavioral nature.
For instance, those with a dominant Vata dosha tend to be slender, energetic, and creative. Those with a predominant Pitta nature are intellectually sharp, determined, and have a zest for experiencing life. While Kapha personalities are nurturing, analytical, and carefree. Now, you may be thinking to yourself that you have many of the characteristics from each of these constitutions or doshas, but after a thorough constitutional analysis most people have only one (and occasionally two) dominate doshas.
So great, the balanced descriptions of these doshas sound wonderful, and if balanced sound like we could all live happily ever after! However, the goal of Ayurveda is to identify, treat, and sustain the imbalanced expression of these constitutions via a holistic intervention of diet, Abhyanga massage, herbs, aromatherapy, music, yoga, breathing, and meditation.
When Isaac Newton was laying down the foundations for classical mechanics and stated, “to every action there is always opposed an equal reaction” he was really borrowing from the ancient Ayurvedic principles of balance and imbalance.
For each element, there is a balanced and imbalanced expression.
When Vata is in flux, a person is likely to experience nervous system imbalances characterized by anxiety, trouble sleeping, dry skin, constipation, and difficulty focusing. Pitta imbalances are described by compulsive behavior, inflammation, irritable bowel syndrome, and digestive complications. While Kapha instability is noted by weight gain, congestion, and lethargy.
By utilizing the principles of Ayurveda and becoming educated about your particular dosha, you can begin to identify and make the most nourishing choices for your life.
At The Dragontree, our approach to Ayurvedic health fuses the ancient knowledge of Ayurveda with a current understanding of holistic health in order to pave the way for transformative wellbeing and healing to take place.
For instance, aside from full body Ayurvedic treatments and counseling, we offer incredibly powerful treatments like Ayurvedic therapeutic foot baths and scalp massages which incorporate the practice of oil pulling. Typically oil pulling has been used to treat systemic diseases like diabetes mellitus and oral plaque, but recent studies have shown this practice also stimulates vital nerve centers throughout the body, improves blood and cerebral spinal fluid flow around the brain, which in turn improves lymphatic drainage from the head and neck, and increases tissue oxygen uptake.
I will admit, while there are very few acknowledged clinical studies of Ayurveda’s efficacy, it’s worth noting that there are now trials being conducted to determine Ayurveda’s ability to prevent, treat, and cure disease. A few noteworthy current clinical trials surrounding the use of Ayurvedic herbs have shown evidence that Salvia officinalis (Common Sage) may improve symptoms in Alzheimer’s patients; Neem has been shown to have effective pharmacological characteristics; and the use of Turmeric and Cumin have displayed potency in preventing cancer in vitro, as well as alleviating digestive disorders and arthritis. There was also a rheumatoid arthritis clinical trial, funded by the National Institute of Health, back in 2011 that compared the effectiveness of the conventional drug, methotrexate, to that of an Ayurvedic treatment consisting of 40 herbal compounds and found the Ayurvedic treatment to be similar, if not more effective, than the popular conventional drug treatment.
So, with all of this in mind, try something new. Let us determine your dosha and potential imbalances so that we can begin to integrate and increase balance and vibrancy into your life!
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Through my teens and twenties I spent a huge amount of my time devoted to taking care of my skin. My acne was a constant issue and trying to figure out how to get my skin to be presentable was a huge frustration. I tried dozens of different products and treatments. My sister, on the other hand, never washed her face with anything but shampoo or soap (please don’t do this!) and her skin was always glowing and perfect.
Now, as we get older and we’re dealing with a whole new set of skin concerns, I finally have skin care habits that work, and she . . . well . . . she’s still using Dove soap unless I keep her fully stocked on her skin care products. We spent this past weekend together laughing our faces off, and I discovered that she honestly just doesn’t know why she should exfoliate or moisturize. I guess this happens when you’ve been blessed with naturally beautiful skin your whole life. Or when you’re sister has completely failed you. My bad.
As I explained to her the importance of taking care of her skin, not just for graceful aging, but for her overall health, I decided that I would make sure our lovely Dragontree clients also have this information so that at least I’m not failing you.
Even if your skin has been picture perfect your whole life, with no more than soap and water to care for it, the act of exfoliating is good for your health, and it helps you maintain a youthful glow as you age. And whenever we strip, cleanse, or remove a protective surface of the body - inside or out - we must always do a little repair or nourishment, which is why we moisturize afterwards.
When we hear the word “exfoliation,” we usually think of something that is done to remove the surface of our skin. But it’s also a natural process that the skin undergoes on its own to eliminate waste, dead cells, and microorganisms. Our outermost layer of skin, the stratum corneum, is shed as cells move upward from deeper layers of the epidermis. This happens because these cells are being held together in a matrix of desmosomes - basically a skin cell “glue” - and as they move to the surface, this “glue” becomes weaker. Enzymes in the skin and hair follicles accelerate this weakness and break the bonds of the desmosomes, freeing the cells to slough off.
As we age, this cellular “glue” becomes denser, kind of like old Elmer’s glue, and the sloughing off process becomes slower and less efficient. The resulting build-up of cell layers presents as dull, thick, poorly toned skin. Meanwhile, because the body isn’t shedding our old damaged cells efficiently, there’s limited room for new cells to develop. Also, since we rely on this process for detoxification, its impairment translates to a greater toxic burden for our whole system.
Luckily, we have the power to intervene with an exfoliation regimen. This is important not only for our facial skin, but our whole body, especially as it concerns the release of toxins.
There are two ways to exfoliate: mechanically or chemically. Mechanical exfoliation is the process of using a tool, like a brush or a sponge, or an abrasive substance, like salt, sugar, or oatmeal, to remove this layer of skin by scrubbing. There are also more intense mechanical exfoliators, like microdermabrasion, which is incredibly effective, but can cause skin irritation. This method uses suction to lift the skin while it is simultaneously buffed with tiny crystals to loosen and remove surface cells.
Chemical exfoliation employs enzymes and acids to break down the outermost skin and stimulate cell renewal. The enzymes “digest” proteins and are often derived from plants, such as papain from papaya and bromelain from pineapple. Some of the acids used include alpha hydroxy acids (AHA), like lactic acid or glycolic acid, and beta hydroxy acids (BHA) like salicylic acid, or retinol (vitamin A). They vary in terms of their qualities and strength.
Choosing an exfoliant for your face and body - which will be different, by the way - depends greatly on your skin type and sensitivity level. Consult with an esthetician for best results. My favorite body exfoliant is our Dragontree Exfoliating Spa Bar, because it is super easy to use and leaves my skin feeling baby soft. For my face I use Shankara’s Microcrystal Exfoliator, which is so effective that Peter and I both use it, and sometimes fight over it the last of it when we’re running low.
Make sure to exfoliate in a way that renews your skin and increases circulation without causing damage. If you over-exfoliate or use a product that is too harsh for your skin, you can cause micro-tears or chemical burns of your epidermis, which is obviously not what we’re going for. That’s why we don’t recommend nut or shell exfoliants that aren’t highly super refined so that they have an even, non-tearing edge.
When you exfoliate regularly you improve your skin’s appearance, feel, and texture as well as enhancing your circulation and detoxification processes - it’s a win, win, win, win, win. After removing this outer layer, it’s important to nourish your skin with a layer of high quality moisturizer. For your body we suggest our Dragontree Lotions, which have tons of herbs and nutrients to heal and replenish, or our Dragontree Massage Oil. For your face, the selection of moisturizer is more individual, so definitely see an esthetician to get the best recommendation for your unique skin.
Whether you’ve had perfect skin your whole life, like my sister, or you’ve struggled to keep your glow on, like me; and whether you’re a woman or a man (yes, you men need to exfoliate, too, if you want to age like George Clooney rather than Mickey Rourke), exfoliating needs to be part of your weekly routine. Two to three times a week should do you well.
In our Rituals for Living Challenge last week, we challenged people to try out skin brushing, which is an incredible option for body exfoliation. If you want the details on that - just sign up for our Challenge here and you’ll have access to all the past challenges and information, along with the next couple weeks of goodies.
In skin and in life, if it’s not serving you, remember to brush it off.
With love,
Briana and Everyone at The Dragontree
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At the core of Ayurvedic philosophy is the concept of the three doshas, the vital energies that make up our physical constitution and are evident all around us.
Knowing your doshic constitution provides you with an understanding of your basic physical and psychological nature, and helps you tailor a personal diet and lifestyle that maintains optimum health and peace of mind.
Only a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner can accurately assess the exact balance of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha energies in your physical constitution; however, it is possible to get some idea from a simple self-test.
Click to Download PDF
If you're ready to dive into how to best support your unique doshic constitution, catch a re-play from our co-founder, Briana Borten a Clinical Ayurvedic specialist, in her class on the best type of massage for your doshic type.
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