What’s the Difference between Prakrit and High Pitta Triphala? John S. What is the difference between what Triphala or Pitta Triphala Tablets do for the digestive system and what do Prakrit Tablets do for the digestive system ? And are there conditions where both are suggested to be taken? Thank you for your wonderful formulations. […]
Vaidya answers your questions: Castor oil for joint pain? and Prakrit and Triphala differences
July 9, 2015 by 5 Comments
Balance Pitta Without Aggravating Vata
May 29, 2015 by 7 Comments
“Greetings, Which one of your tea formulas is most appropriate for morning tea before breakfast? I am a pita with slight vata imbalance. LOVE every product I ever purchased from you, except the Triphala ghee, the aroma is unpleasant to me. Thank you Alan” Dear Alan: you should start your day with SVA Pitta […]
Gain Fat and Strengthen Bones
May 29, 2015 by Leave a Comment
“Respected sir, I am 38/F/5’2″, wt. 44 kg, mother of two kids, having lean and thin body. Facing problem of cracking sound in bones. I have vitamin D and magnesium deficiency. Tried Ashwagandha and shatavari for 2 weeks but got acne on forehead and chin. Please suggest how to gain good fat and strengthen bone. […]
Questions about cinnamon, salt, electronic toothbrushes and more!
April 24, 2015 by 4 Comments
Hi, I just watched the oral care video and learned a lot. And I just gargled with coconut oil and my mouth and mind feel wonderful. I wonder what Vaidya’s thoughts are about electric toothbrushes and waterpixs. Since they are electric near the mucous membrane, I am guessing he would not want the body to […]
Alopecia Universalis
March 6, 2015 by 12 Comments
This little girl (age 9) came to us, along with her twin, who had the same diagnosis, in February of 2014. The hair in their entire bodies (including facial hair, leg hair and eyebrows in addition to their scalp) had fallen out entirely, at age 3 1/2. They had been to numerous endocrinologists, dermatologists and […]
Vaidya replies to your e-mails…
October 23, 2014 by 11 Comments
I have a very dry condition and seems that hardly any product works for my constipation and I was wondering how effective the Triphala is for pitta? Vaidya replies: Dear Mark: in conditions of extreme constipation, there are extreme remedial measures, such as “senna” (SENNA OBTUSIFOLIA). But such measures are for single time emergency use, […]
General dietary SVA recommendations
September 25, 2014 by 5 Comments
Hello. In Vaidya Mishra’s recent blog about hair loss, he suggested that his readers could email a request for the SVA Diet. Can you please send me a description of the SVA Diet? Thank you very much. Lora D. Vaidya replies: SVA general dietary recommendations to optimize your body’s pH balance, supply more soma, reduce […]
A question about Karela
September 25, 2014 by 2 Comments
Good morning and Thank you for all the wonderful things you teach us, I really feel the difference! My questions about Karela are; first I eat it at least 2 times a week but when I buy it I am not sure if it is supposed to have black spots on some of the bumps […]
Rudraksha strung in gold
September 25, 2014 by Leave a Comment
Hi! The late Trigunaji, a well-known Indian Ayurvedic doctor, once prescribed Rudraksha beads strung in gold. I have worn them since then, but I have wondered what that could have been a prescription for? Do you have some idea? I have been curious ever since. Thanks Vaidya replies: Dear Jeffrey: the terms “rudraksha” comes from […]
Ease your way into Autumn with turmeric
September 11, 2014 by 2 Comments
In the SVA tradition, the channels play a central role in “ritu sandhi” – the junction between two seasons. Addressing the channels will not only make you feel better as the temperatures drop, but it will make sure you can get the most benefit out of your new seasonal diet, routine, or any herbal […]
