Linda Appel Lipsius, Teatulia’s Co-Founder & CEO, was interviewed by CBS4′s Brooke Wagner for Hot Tea Month.
Linda discussed the different types of tea (black, green, white), proper brewing techniques and the health benefits of tea.
Makes for riveting viewing!
In continuing our exploration of Ayurveda, Jessica Richmond explains the three different Doshas.
A dosha is the primary energy that is expressed in a person. The energy could be that of ether, air, fire, water, or earth. There are three doshas in all, and that is how an ayurvedic practitioner will look at you — through the lens of what energy you mostly are at the time. Once we know what your dosha is, we can help you to get your system back in balance.
The three doshas are as follows:
1. Vata (ether + air) – people who are vata doshas tend to be thin, talkative, and move alot — they talk fast, walk fast, and are generally on the move. when they are out of balance, they tend towards anxiety, dry skin, and constipation.2. Pitta (fire + water) – people who are pitta doshas tend to be average height and weight, and have reddish skin with freckles, light hair (or bald), and they are very intense — everything they do, they give 110% — they are very smart, and also tend to be competitive. they have a strong digestion, and can’t miss a meal or they will get angry. when they are out of balance, they tend towards anger, impatience, rashy skin, acne, loose stools and heartburn.
3. Kapha (water + earth) – people who are kapha doshas tend to be bigger boned and heavier set. their skin is very soft and smooth and white, and they have thick hair, big eyes and deep voices. they are very sweet, calm and loving, and they like their routines. when out of balance, kaphas tend to gain weight, be depressed, hold on to things they need to let go, and are lethargic.
Jessica Richmond is an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant who specializes in teaching clients how to apply Ayurvedic principles to an American lifestyle. She helps clients bring their lives back into balance by using foods, natural herbs, and other simple lifestye practices. Jessica completed a 700 hr ayurvedic practitioner training at Kripalu and studied Ayurveda for 4 months in India. She is currently practicing at Alaya Yoga Spa in Louisville, CO. To set up an ayurvedic consultation with her, go to www.alayayogaspa.com.
Tetulia’s range of premium teas feature 3 very unique teas. Tulsi Infusion, Neem Nectar, and Vasaka Laka. All three of these teas have herbs that have significant uses in Ayurveda. In the coming blog posts we will discuss more about the uses of these herbs, but first – what is Ayurveda??? Tetulia teamed up with Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant – Jessica Richmond. Here, Jessica gives a brief overview of the basic principals of Ayurveda.
Ayurveda is, “The Science of Life.” Originating from India, ayurveda teaches us how to live our lifes in harmony with the cycles of nature so we can live a life free of disease, or so we can help to trigger our bodies own natural healing response to cure disease. We use food, herbs, teas, lifestyle practices, yoga, massage, and many other natural techniques in ayurveda.
Why do we practice ayurveda?
In this fast-paced life of today, we often are disconnected to the subtle messages of our bodies and minds, and we don’t really end up listening until the message turns into a loud screaming, or in western terms, a full-blown ailment or disease, such as cancer, heart disease, migraines, multiple-sclerosis, anxiety, depression, weight gain, etc. We practice ayurveda because it helps us get more in touch with ourselves,and to listen more carefully to the subtle messages our bodies are sending us. When we listen to these messages, instead of numbing them out, we are able to make slight adjustments in how we are living or what we are eating, for example, to get our body back into balance so the full-blown disease never occurs and so we can live a life full of ease.
What is your dosha?
A dosha is the primary energy that is expressed in a person. The energy could be that of ether, air, fire, water, or earth. There are three doshas in all, and that is how an ayurvedic practitioner will look at you — through the lens of what energy you mostly are at the time. Once we know what your dosha is, we can help you to get your system back in balance
Jessica Richmond is an Ayurvedic Lifestyle Consultant who specializes in teaching clients how to apply Ayurvedic principles to an American lifestyle. She helps clients bring their lives back into balance by using foods, natural herbs, and other simple lifestye practices. Jessica completed a 700 hr ayurvedic practitioner training at Kripalu and studied Ayurveda for 4 months in India. She is currently practicing at Alaya Yoga Spa in Louisville, CO. To set up an ayurvedic consultation with her, go to www.alayayogaspa.com.
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With the recent celebration of Earth Day, we wanted to recognize some of the other products/companies that we think are doing a great job making our earth a better, safer, and healthier place to live.
Pangea Organics – This luscious skin-care line is not only amazing as a product, but it’s also 100% organic. Pangea has taken organic and earth-friendly to the next level with its Ecocentric Skincare by creating beautiful packaging that you can actually plant! The recycled paper package even has seeds in it.
gDiapers – gDiapers has invented an earth-friendly, flushable diaper. They have very fashionable cotton, washable outer pant, with a plastic free, flushable refill. If you prefer not to flush the gDiapers, you can compost them. They break down in 50-150 days.
Dream Soft Bedware – Dream Soft Bedware has developed a line of linens that are made from 100% organic cotton. These sheets range from 200-400 thread count and are available in all sizes.
Horizon Organic Dairy – Horizon gives every family an option to enjoy organic dairy products. They also helped the United States develop the National Organic Standards and the USDA seal.
Patagonia - Patagonia offers much more than clothing and gear (some of which are certified organic) for an active lifestyle. They offer a place where purchasing quality products actually helps better our world. They have developed extensive programs to let us, the consumer, participate in their own Social Responsibility programs. For example they have developed a Footprints Chronicles feature where consumers can track the life cycle of a product and see how it impacts our environment.
We would love to hear about your favorite products and companies that are Organic, or helping our environment in some way. Also, Please feel free to just add to our list via Comments!