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Clinical Ayurveda, Yoga, Digestive & Nervous System Care
Start here to get a sense of my work. I share Ayurveda as everyday medicine, yoga as a personal rhythm (not choreography), and writing that names both the beauty, the hard truths of living in a body. This space is for remembering, reclaiming, and reimagining wellness from the inside out.
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Why New Mexico Still Loves Hot Yoga
Hot yoga has deep roots in New Mexico, and for many people it’s been a meaningful way to move and find clarity. But once you understand what extreme heat does to hormones, thyroid, and stress physiology, you can choose practices that support your body more sustainably.
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Cravings Are Clues: What Ayurveda Teaches Us About Desire
Ayurveda teaches that cravings are not weaknesses but messages from the body. Whether they arise from imbalance, memory, or deep longing, cravings invite us to pause and listen. This post explores how to decode desire with discernment—so that every craving becomes a clue toward balance, nourishment, and remembering who we are.
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5 Ways Ayurveda Teaches Rhythm (Not Balance)
We’ve been told that balance is the key to a good life. But Ayurveda reminds us that true balance isn’t about control, it’s about rhythm. Seasons shift, bodies cycle, emotions change. Instead of chasing perfection, we can learn to live in flow with what’s real.
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Ashwagandha Hype Is Missing the Root of the Matter
Ashwagandha is trending but most people don’t realize the part of the plant that’s showing up in supplements isn’t the root Ayurveda has used for centuries. It’s the leaf. Cheaper, faster, and rich in compounds that may be cytotoxic in daily use. This isn’t just a labeling issue, it’s a clinical and philosophical mismatch between…
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Sharp Toxins, Soft Medicine: Can Ghee Help Remove Microplastics and Heavy Metals?
Microplastics and heavy metals are showing up in our blood, tissues, and even breastmilk. Ayurveda has long understood how to remove sharp, subtle toxins through ghee-based cleansing. This post explores how Panchakarma—and simplified home protocols—can mobilize and eliminate deep-seated toxicity without fads, force, or superficial fixes.
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Ayurveda’s Future: The Importance of Community Voices in NAMA
Ayurveda’s Future Is in Our Hands – As Ayurveda grows in the U.S., transparency in leadership matters. Who gets to participate fully in this field? Why are qualified practitioners being sidelined? It’s time for open conversations about inclusion, accessibility, and the future of Ayurveda. Your voice and your vote matter.
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Why Seed Oils Are Harmful and Ayurvedic Alternatives You Need
In Ayurveda, the choice of cooking oils significantly impacts health and well-being. High-quality oils like ghee, sesame, and coconut support digestion and balance doshas, while modern seed oils often contain harmful substances. Fresh food is essential for maintaining vitality (Ojas) and avoiding toxins (ama) that can cause imbalances.
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5 Ayurvedic Practices to Transform Your Emotional Wellness During Menopause
From an Ayurvedic perspective, menopause is a time when Vata dosha, which governs movement and change, can become aggravated. This aggravation can manifest as restlessness, anxiety, and a feeling of being ungrounded. Pitta dosha, which regulates heat and transformation, also flare up, leading to irritability, anger, and frustration. Understanding these doshic imbalances gives us a…
Magnolia Ayurveda
Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist & Yoga Educator
