Cream of Wheat is a versatile ingredient that can be used in various creative and delicious ways. Whether you're looking for a hearty breakfast option or a satisfying dessert, this…
Are you looking for a tasty and nutritious dish that can enhance your immunity? Look no further than Kollu Paruppu, a superfood lentil recipe packed with health benefits. This traditional…
Eating raw or cooked foods with fresh ingredients gives plenty of prana, life energy, compared to foods prepared ahead of time. This is the foundation of the sattvic method. The…
A reader sent me this question: Is Jain food Sattvic? Jains are a #Hindu religious sect. They have a set of unique #lifepositivevalues they adhere to, such as Ahimsa (non-violence),…
Some friends received a picture via social media and reached out to me to find out if there is any truth in a claim that Rasam could help build immunity…
A reader of the Sattva Tattva #blog sent me this question: Is sugar sattvic? What are the best sugars for a sattvic diet? There are many ways we get sugar…
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 medicine. In recent years, several…
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 whole pharmacy packed…
Recently, our Guru Paramahamsa Sri Nithyananda Swamiji gave two simple guidelines for sattvic living and lifestyle. The first guideline is to incorporate 6 sacred foods in our diet everyday. Second…
Reading the last few blog posts on fasting and feasting, you might have had a question. Since Upavasa does not mean abstaining from food, what is the easiest way to…
It is summer time and vegetables are available in plenty. Chances are that you have some access to farmer’s market or organic vegetables. You could also be growing your own…
What we keep in a Sattvic Kitchen are spices, an amazing beauty chest, and a pharmacy. There is no room for hypocrisy in the sattvic kitchen. Everything in the sattvic…
Even in the most remote forests of India, turmeric has been a life saving medicine for me. For more than 5-years I was stationed in the field collecting data for…
Scientists are studying turmeric and discovering more and more remarkable properties of this spice. In many instances, the scientific studies are validating what was passed on by generations of practice,…
When you organize a sattvic kitchen, it simultaneously blossoms into a pharmacy, beauty aid store and gives your food a soulful boost. You can also make your own beauty aids…
Life revolves around the sun. When sun comes out, flowers bloom. We hear birds sing. We spend more time outdoors. It is also the time we look inwards and decide…
Conversationally, a friend who practices #yoga #vegetarian #lifestyle, remarked, “....anyway, sattvic lifestyle is all about food…” “Why do you think so?” I asked. I was curious about how she reached…
Welcome to the enlightening journey of self-discovery! The essence of Hindu philosophy encapsulates the balance between Sattva, Rajas, and Tamas—the three fundamental qualities that shape our behaviors, thoughts, and actions. Unveil the predominant Guna within you through our fun and thought-provoking quiz!