The Ayurveda Kitchen

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Anne Heigham has infused the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda into energizing recipes that nourish the doshas. By applying Ayurvedic principles, one can transform their kitchen into a nourishing space for body, mind, and soul. This introduction to Ayurveda encourages using the kitchen as a natural pharmacy to enhance health and prevent imbalances through key ingredients, featuring 80 balanced vegetarian recipes and simple home remedies. Ayurveda focuses on restoring balance by nurturing agni (metabolic fire) and prana (life force) while eliminating ama (metabolic waste). Envision vibrant herbs, sprouting seeds, and fermenting pickles in your kitchen. Learn to perform seasonal kitchen sadhanas, create your own spice blends, and adjust recipes based on your needs and feelings. Sections include an introduction to Ayurveda, seasonal eating, and a kitchen pharmacy. Recipes include sweet potato and pea tortillas, nourishing spiced pumpkin soup, refueling rice and red lentil balls, and carrot and beetroot celebration cake. Anne Heigham, with a Masters in Ayurveda and qualifications in Kundalini and Children's Yoga, has spent over a decade treating clients and teaching yoga, developing family-friendly recipes that resonate with her clients' needs.