Can we occasionally use it as soy sauce substitute – Coconut Aminos: http://www.amazon.com/Coconut-Secret-Seasoning-Frustration-Packaging/dp/B00P9I8U0U. Dear Divya: Occasionally perhaps, but keeping in mind that it will be pitta aggravating because it goes through heavy processing and derivation. If aggravating pitta is not a concern then by all means it is preferable over regular soy sauce. Pitta dosha […]
MCT, Coconut, or Ghee?
August 24, 2015 by 6 Comments
“Dear Vaidya: My students have been asking me about this relatively new product glorified as being very healthy. I’d be very grateful to get your opinion on it: I’ve never used it myself: https://www.onnit.com/onnit-mct-oil/ Thank you! Divya A.” Vaidya responds: Dear Divya, MCT vs LCT: Sometimes more is less! This new tendency to prefer oils […]
This Summer, Make More Ojas to Keep Pitta in Check!
June 26, 2015 by 2 Comments
“Hi! Am having a tough time with dehydration/cooling off this summer. Wondering if there is a pitta pacifying product I can add to my water to help with this. I had been adding lemon juice, but a friend told me it aggravates pitta. Is this true? Anyway, thanks! Tamara K.” Vaidya Mishra responds: Dear […]
Vaidya responds to your questions: Moringa leaves or sticks? Moringa for infants? Raw fruits and juices? And more….
June 16, 2014 by 4 Comments
Regarding Tribulus capsules: “Namaste, Regarding the Tribulus Terrestris capsules: Could you please point me to the (youtube?) video or any other reference material on Shring Bhasma. I located the video on Yasad Bhasma but not the one on Shring Bhasm. Can this capsule be taken (i) along with warm milk? (ii) as a hot water […]
Coconut Matters! Classy Coconut Chutney
August 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
You will impress family and friends with this simple but so delicious coconut chutney recipe. It replaces your Ranch dressing or any other creamy tasty satisfying sauce any day! It is rich in flavor and nourishing, with added protein (when you add the Kala Chana Besan – more info below). It’s easy to assemble and […]
Coconut Matters! Scrumptuous Coconut Chips
August 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
It’s time to do something with the coconut you have been storing in your fridge/freezer after making the probiotic coconut recipe for the past week. Of course, if you are not up to eating the coconut at this point (if you have a cold, or the weather where you are is really cold and you […]
