Is Baking Sattvic?
Is Baking Considered Sattvic? A friend asked me this question: Is baking sattvic? I know we cannot use egg, but, is baking in general a sattvic activity? Pizza baked in…
Simple Sattvic Lunch on a Workday
Why Choose a Simple Sattvic Lunch During a Busy Workday? This last week, my dear sister Masha and I did something fun together. It did not matter that she was…
A Recipe Makeover
A Recipe Makeover: From Comfort Food to Conscious Nourishment During the COVID-19 lockdown, when the world slowed down and kitchens became sanctuaries, my sister Masha from Russia shared a recipe…
Is Sattvic Food Tasty?
What Makes Sattvic Food So Delicious?Sattvic Food is tasty and supports your conscious growth A reader asked me this question: You make sattvic food without good things like onion or…
Is Instant Food Sattvic?
Which Instant Foods Are Considered Sattvic? During a conversation this week, my friend asked me a question: Is instant, ready-to-eat food sattvic? Since this requires a long answer, I am…
Sattvic Vegetables
Health Benefits of Eating Sattvic VegetablesA friend asked me this question, “Is it a fad, or is there anything called sattvic vegetables?” Thank you for asking this question. Like my…
Sattvic Food for Healing the Gut
A friend has developed #ulcers as a side effect of some allopathic/ western medication she is taking for another condition. It is now time to #heal the ulcers. Sattvic diet…
Balancing Act with Sattvic Food
A reader wanted to know if the Sattvic diet had a focus on any food groups. Several popular diets promote Low carb diet, a No-fat diet, a Protein-rich diet, and…
Sattvic Detox Routines
A #friend who regularly detoxes asked, ‘Are there sattvic detox methods? If yes, how safe are they?” Yes! There are numerous sattvic #routines available for detox. This blog post helps…
Sattvic Activities for the Family and You!
Sattvic activities to try Why Sattvic Living Benefits the Whole Family Readers of Sattva Tattva #blog have asked for tips and sattvic #activities for the #family at this time of…
Eating for Conscious Expansion
What Does Conscious Expansion Mean Through Food? A reader of the #blog SattvaTattva sent me this question: You talk about sattvic food as supporting conscious expansion. What does it mean-conscious…
Coronavirus and Rasam
Understanding the Connection Between Coronavirus and Rasam Some friends received a picture via social media and reached out to me to find out if there is any truth in a…
Is Sugar Sattvic?
What Does a Sattvic Diet Say About Sugar? A reader of the Sattva Tattva #blog sent me this question: Is sugar sattvic? What are the best sugars for a sattvic…
Shivaratri Upavasa
The Spiritual Meaning of Upavasa on Shivaratri As adults we usually fast daily. We give our stomach a rest for six to eight hours when we sleep at night. We…
From Darkness to Light with Shiva
The Symbolism of Darkness and Light in Shiva's Teachings Sattvic lifestyle is embedded in a life positive and celebratory framework. Celebrations on the Earth mirror celestial events such as the…
Iron-rich Sattvic foods
Signs and Symptoms of Iron Deficiency A friend who was diagnosed with anemia inquired, “What sattvic foods are rich in iron? Can I maintain a balanced diet with iron-rich sattvic…
Bonding through Kolams
In a land flooded by sunlight and warmth, winter brings in an unfamiliar stupor and slowing down. As people living in the Western hemisphere have experienced intense withdrawal with decrease…
Cultivating Joy: Focus on Sattvic Lifestyle
Why Daily Rituals Are the Foundation of Lasting Joy Daily rituals that bring eternal joy are foundations to Sattvic lifestyle. Sattvic lifestyle or conscious living supports intentional living. These intentions…
A Sacred Space at Home
A Sacred Space at Home: The Significance of a Personal Altar in a Sattvic Lifestyle A personal altar is a cornerstone of the sattvic lifestyle, offering a sacred and serene…
Celebrating Celestial Dance
Nataraja. Picture courtesy Spiritual Benefits of Honoring Shiva’s Celestial Dance The longest day of the winter, which falls on the full moon night of Marghazi or Dhanur month is celebrated…
Artful Beginnings
Starting everyday with a creative activity can keep you cheerful, sharp, and happy throughout the day. Making kolams every morning is a part of sattvic routine for many Hindus, usually…
Healing Powers of Turmeric
The Ayurvedic Perspective on Turmeric Turmeric, the chief ingredient in curry powder, has been used in Indian cuisine for centuries. It is also used in Ayurvedic medicine and traditional Chinese…
Much Healthier Than Meat
Why Plant-Based Foods Are Considered Healthier Than Meat Lot of times, people tell you that without meat you will be deficient in iron. I have spoken to numerous people and…
Turmeric 101: Beyond First Aid
What Is Turmeric? Having #turmeric in the kitchen is like having gold. There is no other ingredient in any kitchen that is as versatile as turmeric. Turmeric has a…
Secrets of 6 Sacred Foods for Sattvic Living
The Spiritual Significance of Sacred Sattvic Foods Recently, our Guru Paramahamsa Sri Nithyananda Swamiji gave two simple guidelines for sattvic living and lifestyle. The first guideline is to incorporate 6…
Upavasa: The Oldest Technique for Healing
Upavasa is a sattvic practice with many health benefits. This post describes some type of upavasa and their benefits.
Navaratri: Celebrate Divine Feminine Energy
Celebrate Divine Mother in all her glory during Navaratri.
