Ayurveda

Learn to glow within by balancing the three mind-body energies in Ayurveda.

If pregnancy is in the cards for you, here are four philosophical tenets of this ancient science to consider as you embark on your journey.

Learn how to regulate these three energetic qualities with food, movement, meditation, and more.

Expectant mamas (or anyone) can use this centering practice to relax and de-stress.

Try these 5 Ayurvedic tips to keep cool and comfortable during the dog days of summer.

Herbalist Cameron Allen shares his recommendations for plant medicine that can help you tune into your inner wisdom.

Supercharge your spring with this fun, Ayurveda-informed, fitness-inspired sequence for finding strength, endurance, and a fresh start.

We spoke with four Ayurvedic experts to find the best scents for balancing your energy.

Explore the ethics of smudging and learn about alternative plants for your cleansing rituals.

Clear stagnation with this refreshing sequence that stimulates your lymphatic organs.

Getting fresh air and regular movement can encourage play and ease anxiety and stress. These 10 yoga poses—practiced among the trees—can help you tap into the healing power of nature.

Say hello to spring and new beginnings with our best advice for decluttering, detoxing, and starting fresh.

Try this practice to appreciate all the ways your senses help you experience the world.

Turn to this sequence during flu, allergy and cold season.

How Georgia State University professor Dr. Stephanie Evans uncovered pictures of the iconic Civil Rights activist practicing asana.

The best-selling Ayurvedic author has made a life out of modernizing ancient wisdom. Find out how she harnesses goddess energy to live a beautiful life in service to others—and how you can too.

In a special package on masculinity, YJ dives into how the narrow cultural ideal of "being a man" impacts folks in yoga communities and beyond.

Yoga instructor Matthew Lyons shares his battle with anxiety—and how yoga is helping him find self-love.

Yoga teacher Benny James hid his true personality and sexual orientation in order to avoid ridicule and the threat of violence. Here's how he learned to stand in his truth.

This practice from yoga teacher Shane Roberts celebrates the power of finding strength in softness.

Yoga teacher Shane Roberts acted tough in order to fit in as a high school basketball player—until an injury led him to the mat to discover who he truly was.

In his new Atlanta-based workshop for teens, yoga teacher Shane Roberts invites adolescent boys to decide how they want to move through the world.

After leaving professional football, I found a new purpose sharing yoga with communities in need.

You won't find bliss through two-day shipping or instagram likes.

The short answer is, it’s complicated.

A volunteer yoga program at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego is bettering the lives of its oncology kids.

Father’s Day is this weekend, and we’re celebrating some of the men in our community who are ushering in a new generation of thought leaders. Here are six yogi dads who inspire us to continue to cultivate deeper and more meaningful relationships with the children in our lives through their sacred fatherhood. Thank you, dads!

May is mental health awareness month, and we’re highlighting yogis who are ending the stigma associated with mental health.

We found three yogis who are destigmatizing abortion and creating healing spaces for those who have experienced medically induced pregnancy loss.

These yogis have used their yoga practice to help them battle life-long illnesses and fight cancer.

Psychedlics are having a moment. Psychiatrists are administering magic mushrooms in medical centers while yogis host ceremonies with psychoactive tea. This resurgence in research and recreational use may have something to teach us about spiritual enlightenment. Here, we explore the potential role of psychedelics within a yoga practice or as therapeutic treatment.

Feeling stuck in your yoga practice? Learn how to practice yoga at every stage of life—from adolescence and childbearing years to perimenopause and postmenopause

Enjoy your postmenopausal years by caring for yourself and continuing a steady yoga practice.

Many women find that their once fast-paced and aggressive yoga practice mellows into longer-held, sustained poses.

Many women have found that yoga, including restorative and supportive poses, can ameliorate the undesirable side effects of menopause, including hot flashes and more.

Yoga can help teenagers be more at peace with their bodies and hear the messages of their own heart more clearly.

When we're talking about hormonal imbalances in women, stress management is a good place to start. This yoga sequence will calm your nervous system and detox your organs.

After five surgeries and a lifelong battle with her health, one writer unexpectedly found strength and healing through yoga, friendship, and physical and emotional support.

Between your early 20s and around 35, PMS peaks and complex life issues add pressure and emotional twists that can be hard to navigate. Here's how yoga can help.

What does a professional yoga teacher do after he permanently loses his voice? Yoga, of course.

Who says breast cancer awareness should stop after October. Here’s how you can do your part by simply posting a yoga pose on Instagram.

When Timothy McCall, MD, found himself in the patient’s chair—diagnosed with cancer in his neck—he didn’t run straight for conventional treatments. Instead, he traveled to India to see an Ayurvedic therapist. Here’s a look at his journey.

Here’s how to integrate the physical, energetic, psychological, and spiritual to create a journey of true healing.

Feeling sluggish? Boost your energy and your brain power with these 3 Ayurvedic recipes.

Feel like you have a cold coming on? Nip it in the bud with these immunity-boosting tips.

Restore your sparkle with this nourishing DIY Ayurvedic face wash recipe to deeply cleanse, purify, and soften the skin.

With the legalization of marijuana, weed yoga classes are trending. But what does yoga’s sister science say: Could cannabis enhance your yoga practice?

Energy Medicine Yoga founder, Lauren Walker, bases her teachings on the power of self-love. And here, she opens up about a recent moment when she was reminded just why it’s so important.

Take a closer look at seven subtle-body healing modalities, and how to find one that will help you boost the benefits of your yoga practice.

Already tried every insomnia trick under the moon? YJ Influencer Hemalayaa swears the simple act of rocking is the only one you need.

You already know your mind-body type (dosha), but what about your digestive fire type ? Turns out, the way Ayurveda characterizes agni can inform what and how you eat for better balance.

YJ Influencer Laura Burkhart shares the surefire strategies she’s used to end her decade-long battle with insomnia.

Taking a cue from Ayurveda, writer Annelise Hagen explores the benefits of breast massage typically overlooked by Western bodywork. Learn how to incorporate it into your self-care routine.

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One yogi takes us along on her transformative journey through the ultimate 21-day Ayurvedic cleanse, panchakarma.

Another study adds to the body of research showing how yoga is a boon for the aging mind as well as the body.

The Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, in Stockbridge, Massachusetts, has been a source of yoga expertise, Ayurvedic wisdom, and wellness inspiration for more than 40 years. Experience some of it for yourself with these calming and cooling tips for surviving late summer.

Feeling heavy and unmotivated? Sometimes the best thing you can do is make a momentary shift in what you’re doing, do something special for yourself, and that can change your mood. Here are some ideas.

Steal this advice for optimizing face and body oils from Kim Rossi, director of Shankara Ayurveda Spa at the Art of Living Retreat Center in North Carolina.

These 10 companies promise transparency and quality with all supplements they produce.

Because supplements are not heavily regulated by the FDA, navigating the maze of claims and disclaimers takes both skepticism and skill.

Whether you’re heading out of town for July 4th or a longer summer getaway, travel isn’t all kicking back with a book the way it was when you were a kid. The good news is, these ayurvedic tips can help balance your body and mind so you can fully enjoy each moment of your downtime.

In the past 20 years, there’s been increased focus on vitamin D, highlighting its potential for benefits beyond bone health, but is it worth it?

Embrace summer's chill vibes with our ambient playlist on Spotify, designed to inspire you to slow your flow.

Does Ayurveda make your head spin? Sahara Rose Ketabi, Ayurvedic practitioner and author of the forthcoming Idiot’s Guide to Ayurveda, breaks the seemingly complicated mind-body science down into terms we can understand.

Does Ayurveda make your head spin? Here, Sahara Rose Ketabi, Ayurvedic practitioner and author of the forthcoming Idiot’s Guide to Ayurveda, breaks the pitta dosha down into terms we can understand.

Does Ayurveda make your head spin? Here, Sahara Rose Ketabi, Ayurvedic practitioner and author of the forthcoming Idiot’s Guide to Ayurveda, breaks the vata dosha down into terms we can understand.

Does Ayurveda make your head spin? Here, Sahara Rose Ketabi, Ayurvedic practitioner and author of the Idiot’s Guide to Ayurveda, breaks the kapha dosha down into terms we can understand.

After dealing with years of digestive and menstrual issues, Yoga Journal’s web producer sought the help of an Ayurvedic doctor. Here, she shares what happened when she took his advice and overhauled her lifestyle for a full month.

Nestled in the Alps of southwestern Switzerland, the Alpina Gstaad resort is a sanctuary for Tibetan healing practices. Guests can relax in a soothing Himalayan salt cave, experience alpine-herb massages, and practice Tibetan yoga and meditation with monks who have studied these traditions for decades. Here’s a taste of the ancient holistic medicine offer at this five-star getaway.