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Ayurveda is a 5,000 year old holistic healing system from India which looks to treat imbalances from the root. In your consultation you are given time to talk about any health concerns you may have. Rather than sending y...

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I'm very excited to announce that I can now offer my Abhyanga back, neck and shoulder massage treatments again! Yippee!  I've been working very hard behind the scenes with physio, gym work and massage practice to build m...

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In the Spring we want to focus on practises that get things moving in the body and help with detoxification.  Here are my top 5 ayurvedic practises for this time of the year:-

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The heavy Kapha dosha builds up in our bodies and minds through Winter and Spring which leaves us feeling sluggish in our digestion, heavy in our bodies and foggy in our minds.  Spring is the perfect time to embark on a ...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/join-me-on-a-10-day-ayurvedic-cleanse","title":"Join Me On A 10 Day Ayurvedic Cleanse","summary":"The heavy Kapha dosha builds up in our bodies and minds through Winter and Spring which leaves us feeling sluggish in our digestion, heavy in our bodies and foggy in our minds.  Spring is the perfect time to embark on a ...","date_modified":"2026-04-06T12:44:01Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/february-self-love-tips","html_content":"

What better month to learn how to show yourself some love than February! 

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Now available to purchase at the Ayurveda Secrets Otley studio are my dosha balancing body oils.  I have created 3 oils, one for each dosha:-

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The winter and early spring are ruled by the kapha dosha. Kapha is made up of the elements of Earth and Water and we can find these two elements in our environment during this season with the cold, wet and heavy weather....

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Knowing what your ayurvedic dosha or body/mind type helps you to understand your health and wellbeing at a deeper level. Every one of us has our own unique set of qualities that require different things to stay healthy....

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As the heat rises in the summer pitta season we can begin to feel that fiery element in our bodies.  For those of us with a lot of pitta in our dosha (body/mind type) already, this time of year can feel pretty intense! 

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Elemental Mandala Flow is my most favourite way to move.  Every week will be themed around one of the elements (air, water, fire or earth). Each element targets different areas of the body and brings its own unique ener...

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For the month of June you can book my most popular treatment at a discounted rate (my way of giving back to the community and treating you lovely supportive people!) -  Ayurvedic Warm Oil Abhyanga Back and Head massage ...

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According to the wisdom of Ayurveda the Summer season is ruled by the Pitta dosha which is made up of the element of fire with a little water.  The benefits of this new found warmth help to boost our metabolism and give ...

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I have finally given in and set up a booking system for my yoga classes on Bookwhen.  As most people are already booked in my paper diary up until the May school holiday I will be starting a new block of dates from Tuesd...

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Shirobhyanga or Indian head massage is a wonderfully relaxing treatment which has been used for hundreds of years to ease headaches, neck pain, jaw tension and insomnia.  Perfect to combat high vata (the fast speed of th...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/time-to-try-shirobhyanga","title":"Time to try Shirobhyanga","summary":"Shirobhyanga or Indian head massage is a wonderfully relaxing treatment which has been used for hundreds of years to ease headaches, neck pain, jaw tension and insomnia.  Perfect to combat high vata (the fast speed of th...","date_modified":"2025-05-14T13:01:42Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/ayurvedic-neti-pot","html_content":"

The breath is vital to our well-being. Making each breath long and deep can improve our health and increase longevity. So cleansing and protecting the breathing passages, particularly nostrils, can improve the quality of...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/ayurvedic-neti-pot","title":"Ayurvedic Neti Pot","summary":"The breath is vital to our well-being. Making each breath long and deep can improve our health and increase longevity. So cleansing and protecting the breathing passages, particularly nostrils, can improve the quality of...","date_modified":"2025-05-01T13:27:25Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/move-into-may-with-ease","html_content":"

As we are in the Spring season we are still being ruled by our friend the kapha dosha.  Kapha is heavy, watery and cool which has plus points and minus points when it comes to staying balanced.  The earthy and watery qua...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/move-into-may-with-ease","title":"Move Into May with Ease","summary":"As we are in the Spring season we are still being ruled by our friend the kapha dosha.  Kapha is heavy, watery and cool which has plus points and minus points when it comes to staying balanced.  The earthy and watery qua...","date_modified":"2025-05-01T13:24:39Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/what-is-my-purpose","html_content":"

I’ve been taking some time to ponder on this question since finishing my yoga teacher training..

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/what-is-my-purpose","title":"What Is My Purpose?","summary":"I’ve been taking some time to ponder on this question since finishing my yoga teacher training..","date_modified":"2025-04-30T15:38:32Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/have-you-tried-tongue-scrapping","html_content":"

Do you ever wake up to find a thick coating on your tongue? This can happen due to bacteria and debris accumulating on the tongue overnight.  It can be worse if you are ill or have eaten a lot of processed foods the day...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/have-you-tried-tongue-scrapping","title":"Have you tried tongue scrapping?","summary":" Do you ever wake up to find a thick coating on your tongue? This can happen due to bacteria and debris accumulating on the tongue overnight.  It can be worse if you are ill or have eaten a lot of processed foods the day...","date_modified":"2025-04-21T13:39:26Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/keep-balanced-this-spring","html_content":"

Spring has finally sprung! Ayurveda teaches us the importance of grounding our roots firmly in the soil as we get excited about the freshness of the longer Spring days.  We are just beginning to emerge from a long and da...

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I've been busy updating my website with lots of booking options to fulfil all your yoga needs!  Head over to my page to see details of what's new with the link below.  

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The days are getting noticeably longer and lighter giving us a little more energy to emerge from our Winter hibernation. Springtime is the perfect time to do some clearing out in all aspects of our lives so that we can ...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/spring-is-in-the-air","title":"Spring Is In The Air...","summary":" The days are getting noticeably longer and lighter giving us a little more energy to emerge from our Winter hibernation. Springtime is the perfect time to do some clearing out in all aspects of our lives so that we can ...","date_modified":"2025-03-04T12:14:19Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/join-me-on-a-10-day-ayurvedic-cleanse-and-detox","html_content":"

During winter we naturally accumulate more Ama (toxins) due to the heavy and cold qualities around us and we typically tend to be indoors more and move less.

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/join-me-on-a-10-day-ayurvedic-cleanse-and-detox","title":"Join Me On A 10 Day Ayurvedic Cleanse and Detox!","summary":"During winter we naturally accumulate more Ama (toxins) due to the heavy and cold qualities around us and we typically tend to be indoors more and move less.","date_modified":"2025-03-04T12:11:30Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/kapha-balancing-body-oil","html_content":"

I was very excited to use my new labels to make up a batch of Kapha Balancing Body Oil and I'm loving how they look!

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/kapha-balancing-body-oil","title":"Kapha Balancing Body Oil","summary":"I was very excited to use my new labels to make up a batch of Kapha Balancing Body Oil and I'm loving how they look!","date_modified":"2025-02-10T10:52:21Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/valentines-self-care","html_content":"

I have personally had to learn the lesson the hard way when it comes to filling your own cup first. With so many demands on your time and attention it is all to easy to give out a little too much energy to everyone and e...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/valentines-self-care","title":"Valentine's Self-Care","summary":"I have personally had to learn the lesson the hard way when it comes to filling your own cup first. With so many demands on your time and attention it is all to easy to give out a little too much energy to everyone and e...","date_modified":"2025-02-10T10:41:08Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/feel-balanced-this-february","html_content":"

The days are getting that little bit longer and lighter and the signs of Spring are on the horizon. The kapha dosha is in full swing at this time of year and we may come up against the heavy and cool qualities it brings ...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/feel-balanced-this-february","title":"Feel Balanced This February","summary":"The days are getting that little bit longer and lighter and the signs of Spring are on the horizon. The kapha dosha is in full swing at this time of year and we may come up against the heavy and cool qualities it brings ...","date_modified":"2025-02-01T15:18:59Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/signs-of-high-vata","html_content":"

High vata is the most common imbalance I see in my ayurvedic consultations.  This is mainly due to the fast paced go go go lifestyle we have all become accustomed to living whether we like it or not. Vata can rise when w...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/signs-of-high-vata","title":"Signs of High Vata","summary":"High vata is the most common imbalance I see in my ayurvedic consultations.  This is mainly due to the fast paced go go go lifestyle we have all become accustomed to living whether we like it or not. Vata can rise when w...","date_modified":"2025-01-20T19:44:22Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/give-your-tummy-a-hug","html_content":"

Kitchari is one of Ayurveda’s little gems. It is both tasty and healing as it is very easy for the body to digest and a great food to eat after you have over-indulged in the festive season and are feeling a bit sluggish!...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/give-your-tummy-a-hug","title":"Give Your Tummy A Hug!","summary":"Kitchari is one of Ayurveda’s little gems. It is both tasty and healing as it is very easy for the body to digest and a great food to eat after you have over-indulged in the festive season and are feeling a bit sluggish!...","date_modified":"2025-01-20T19:38:35Z"},{"id":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/how-to-blow-those-kapha-cobwebs-away","html_content":"

The winter season is ruled by the cool & heavy kapha dosha.  As we move through winter we absorb the cool and heavy nature into our bodies and minds.  We may feel heavier in our bodies (not helped by those Christmas choc...

","url":"https://ayurvedasecrets.co.uk/blog/f/how-to-blow-those-kapha-cobwebs-away","title":"How to blow those Kapha cobwebs away","summary":"The winter season is ruled by the cool & heavy kapha dosha.  As we move through winter we absorb the cool and heavy nature into our bodies and minds.  We may feel heavier in our bodies (not helped by those Christmas choc...","date_modified":"2025-01-20T14:56:20Z"}]}