Ayurveda Association of Wisconsin

03/04/2026

Simple tips to make your Abhyanga experience elevated.

Please Note: This information is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare provider for personalized medical guidance.

03/04/2026

Abhyanga is a practice of self love and nourishment for our physical body and soul. ✨

03/03/2026

March is National Nutrition Month, a time to focus on learning, awareness, and education around nourishment.

At AAW, we approach nutrition through an educational lens — honoring Ayurveda as a holistic system that emphasizes understanding digestion, rhythm, and individuality rather than rules or rigid plans. One way to deepen that understanding is through thoughtful, well-written resources.

This month, we’re spotlighting a curated list of Ayurveda-inspired recipe books that support learning, seasonal awareness, and curiosity around food as part of a larger system of wellbeing. These books are shared as educational resources, offering perspectives that blend tradition with everyday living.

Nutrition education isn’t about doing things perfectly — it’s about building understanding over time, supported by credible information and community learning.

✨ Do you have any favorite Ayurveda books to add to the list?

03/02/2026

National Nutrition Month invites education and awareness around nourishment — without rigid rules or one-size-fits-all approaches. Ayurveda views nutrition through the lens of digestion, rhythm, and individuality, encouraging learning over prescription.

Understanding food as part of a broader system helps build confidence and self-trust. Education empowers people to seek informed guidance while honoring their own experience.

Nutrition education is about curiosity — not control.

02/27/2026

Great information on oil pulling!

Have you tried it?

02/27/2026

Rose is cooling, soothing, and deeply supportive for the emotional heart.

In Ayurveda, rose tea is traditionally used to calm excess heat, support emotional processing, and gently nourish the heart space. It is often recommended during times of stress, grief, or emotional overwhelm.

Sipping rose tea can be a simple ritual of softness — a reminder to slow down and tend to the heart with care.

02/24/2026

The breath is one of the most accessible healing tools we have.

Pranayama breath practices help regulate the nervous system, calm stress responses, and support heart rhythm. Even a few intentional breaths can shift the body out of fight-or-flight and into a state of rest and repair.

You don’t need special equipment or extra time — just awareness.

Your breath is always with you.

02/22/2026

02/19/2026

The reflections shared after our January event with Jess Parvin remind us why continuing education and community matter.

Ayurvedic wisdom is not only something we study — it is something we integrate into how we live, work, and lead.

If you were unable to attend this webinar, we invite you to consider membership with AAW.

Members receive:
• Free access to our webinars
• CEU opportunities for professionals
• Reduced event costs
• Meaningful networking and collaboration

We welcome practitioners, students, and those exploring Ayurveda for personal growth.

Visit ayurvedawisconsin.org to learn more.

02/19/2026

Fenugreek is a warming digestive spice traditionally used to support metabolism and healthy cholesterol levels.

In Ayurveda, strong digestion is foundational to circulation and heart health. When digestion is supported, the body can better assimilate nutrients and maintain balance throughout the system.

Small, consistent choices in the kitchen can have a powerful impact over time.

Food truly is medicine.

02/17/2026

Shirodhara is a traditional Ayurvedic therapy involving a continuous stream of warm oil gently poured over the forehead.

This deeply calming treatment helps soothe the nervous system, support restful sleep, and release stress held in the mind and body. It is often used when the system feels overstimulated, anxious, or depleted.

Shirodhara reminds us that deep relaxation happens through safety, warmth, and consistency — not force.

02/12/2026

Ayurveda doesn’t ask us to eliminate sweetness — it teaches us how to choose it wisely.

Dates are grounding, nourishing, and naturally sweet. Unlike refined sugar, they offer fiber and sustained energy, making them a supportive option during colder months and times of stress.

Simple swaps like dates with almond butter or date sugar in recipes allow us to honor sweetness without overwhelming digestion.

Nourishment and enjoyment can coexist.