Shohini Sinha, an Indian-American, has been designated as the special agent in charge of the Salt Lake City Field Office by FBI Director Christopher Wray. Her selection signifies a significant milestone in her career, as she becomes the 40th individual to partake in the prestigious inauguration ceremony at Westminster Abbey. Sinha’s promotion to special agent in charge highlights her outstanding skills and unwavering commitment to US national security. Here are five key points to be aware of: Notable Appointment: Chosen by FBI Director Christopher Wray, Indian-American Shohini Sinha assumes the role of special agent in charge at the esteemed Salt…
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By Chahna Tailor Ayurveda is being accepted as an alternative medicine in the USA and in the Western world in general. Although it can be complex, some basic understanding of the science should allow us to begin applying some of the concepts. So, where do we start? Understanding our body type is fundamental so let’s start there. Ayurveda recognizes that the universe and our bodies are created through combinations of five elements. The panchamahabhuta (five great elements) fuse to create three doshas, or humors – vata, a combination of akash (ether) & vayu (air), pitta, combined from tejas/agni (fire) &…
When people think of Ayurveda, one of the first herbs that comes to mind is Ashwagandha. Ashwagandha is known for being the herb of choice for those that suffer from stress, anxiety, and insomnia. But this herb can be used for so much more and should also not be used in some instances. We have three doshas in the body: vata (created by space and air), pitta (created from the combination of fire and water), and kapha (created from water and earth). If you are not sure what these are, check out last month’s Desh-Videsh magazine for my article on the three doshas! When…
By Chahna Tailor It’s summer. It’s hot. What is the instinctive way to cool ourselves down? Water, iced. Super cold. You can immediately feel a reduction in heat! Whenever I am asked about Ayurveda tips that can be easily integrated into our daily routine, the first thing I suggest is to hold off on the ice. The suggestion is usually met with wide eyes and disbelief. No ice?! No way! But, there’s a good reason for it! In Ayurvedic medicine, the Sanskrit word for digestive fire is agni. Our digestive fire metabolizes and converts the food that we eat into energy.…
By Chahna Tailor Did you know that even in Ayurveda there is a perfect way to start your day? Dinacharya is the combination of two words: dina, which means day or daytime, and charya, which means regimen or routine. This daytime routine can help to make sure that your doshas remain in balance. If we start in the morning, there are some cool rituals we can integrate into our day that don’t take up too much time! The best part about it? Pick and choose what works for you! First things first Start by waking up early – preferably about 1hr and 36 minutes before…
Happy New Year! We just wrapped up a super long year. Are there any changes you would like to see in life for 2021? Why not better sleep or a more restful evening? If you had a chance to read last month’s article, you read that dinacharya, daytime routine, was the way to Ayurvedically start your day. Just like there is a way to start your day, there is a way to wrap it up! Ratricharya is the combination of two words: ratri, which means night or nighttime, and charya, which means regimen or routine. Eat a Warm, Cooked Meal If you…
Happy March! Wedding season is upon us! For brides and grooms, this is that one day (or a week!) where the spotlight is on them. This auspicious and ceremonious time in their lives can also put pressure to feel confident on their big day. Having gone through the same myself recently, I can relate. Six months before my marriage, I began incorporating small Ayurvedic regimens into my day. These not only helped me deal with the stress, but also helped me look my best for the joyous occasion. Here are some things I added to my routine… Teeth: In the…
In a few of my previous articles, I have mentioned that copper is highly beneficial. I’ve suggested using a copper tongue scraper and drinking from a copper cup. But why? Acharya Charaka, author of Charaka Samhita, wrote about many metals that are beneficial to the body. There are two ways to get these metals into your body: by utilizing utensils made from these metals or directly through food. In pre-Vedic times, copper, silver, and gold were often incorporated in daily routines and rituals. Charaka Samhita states that copper can be used for rejuvenation, hiccups, respiratory distress, poison, skin disorders, abscesses, and even…
By Chahna Tailor Happy June and happy wedding season! Usually, in preparation for our wedding, we want to make sure that we look our best physically. But are we also in our best shape when it comes to our health? Our bodies do so much for us. But, we do not always take care of it to the best of our abilities. The foods we eat, the lifestyle we live – it may not be conducive to good health. Food becomes our body. It creates all of our tissues and all of our being. According to Āyurveda, we have 7 bodily…
By Chahna Tailor Happy July! Some people eat to live, while others (like me!) live to eat. The thing is, everything you eat becomes your body. Your food can balance you or imbalance you; it can build a healthy body or an unhealthy body. So, how do you ensure a good balance? Let’s review some basic Ayurveda principles related to doshas and tastes. In Ayurveda, there are six rasa, flavors that make up all tastes. Each taste is a combination of two of the five elements and also falls under one or two doshas, Vata (V), Pitta (P), and/or Kapha…
