KARYN’S FAMOUS AYURVEDIC CHAI TEA RECIPE FOR LONGEVITY
Practice the following suggestions below to reduce anxiety and sooth the vata dosha:
Sip warmish-hot water through-out the day
Daily oil massage before shower or while in the tub
More Hugs
Warm, soupy, moist foods
Foods cooked with love
Read inspiring quotes or stories daily
Keep a nightlight on while sleeping
Sleep on a soft but supportive mattress
Heavy blankets and socks
Slow, gentle floor yoga (not so much standing)
Wear soft, smooth, flowing fabrics
Surround yourself with warm soft colors
Listen to soothing music
Favor aromas of amber, sandalwood, ginger, holy basil, fennel, roses geranium
Cook with generous amounts of ghee (clarified butter)
Apply warm herbal drops of oil to the inside of nostrils, ears & anus daily
Swish with sesame peppermint neem oil in your mouth daily
Do gentle warm water and sesame oil enema 2x/week on empty belly in AM
Sleep by 10am
Follow a structured routine with yoga, sleep, work & meals
Surround yourself with cheerful friends only
Avoid depressing news and media
Eat root veggies like cooked carrots & sweet potatoes
Avoid eating alone
Wear earth tones, grounding peach, tawny reds, muted greens
Wear topaz, red coral, sapphire, citrine, turquoise and onyx
Sleep on your right side
Practice alternate nostril breathing (pranayama) 15 mins daily
Meditate 30 mins twice per day
Sleep and rest more
Avoid dry, cold, crunchy, dehydrated, stale, crispy, raw foods
Avoid too much travel, movement, driving and stress
Enjoy creative activities igniting the senses
Avoid sex more than 2-3X per week
Hydrate often using boiled water cooled to room or warm temperature
Avoid being hungry for extended periods of time
Avoid caffeinated and carbonated beverages
Avoid white sugar
Half of glass of wine before and after dinner is permissible
Enjoy warm moderately spicy foods
Supplement with protein shakes and other nutrients
Remember to sing and dance