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11/12/2025

Fitness and health/wellness influencers are social media content creators who share advice and routines for a healthier lifestyle, with the key difference being their specific focus. Fitness influencers primarily focus on exercise, strength training, and physique transformation, while health and wellness influencers have a broader, more holistic approach that includes mental health, nutrition, self-care, and overall well-being alongside physical fitness.
Fitness influencers
Focus: Share content related to exercise, workout plans, and nutrition with the goal of building strength and a healthier physique.
Content: This includes exercise tutorials (especially in short-form video), transformation stories, workout challenges, and product recommendations for fitness gear.
Audience: Followers often aspire to achieve similar physical goals and look to these influencers for guidance on workouts and diet.
Examples: Kayla Itsines, Chris Bumstead, and Demi Bagby are examples of fitness influencers.
Health and wellness influencers
Focus: A more comprehensive approach to well-being that covers physical, mental, and emotional health.
Content: This includes a wide range of topics such as mental health, stress management, gentle workouts, healthy recipes, mindfulness, self-care routines, and general wellness tips.
Audience: They build trust through authentic content that shares personal struggles and triumphs, making healthy living feel more relatable and accessible.
Examples: Adriene Mishler (yoga and mindfulness) and Kayla Itsines (who also shares healthy food tips) are examples of health and wellness influencers.
Key difference
A fitness influencer's content is likely to be more specialized in physical exercise and body composition.
A health and wellness influencer's content is broader, encompassing the interconnectedness of physical health, mental well-being, nutrition, and lifestyle habits. Some fitness influencers may also fit into the broader health and wellness category.

11/09/2025

10/31/2025

There is no Halloween in the Vedas, but similar concepts of honoring the dead and a thin veil between worlds exist in ancient Vedic traditions, which are sometimes linked to the origins of modern Halloween. Festivals like Bhoot Chaturdashi and Pitru Paksha share themes with Halloween, such as the night of spirits and honoring deceased ancestors through rituals like lighting lamps. Some believe modern Halloween customs, like jack-o'-lanterns, have roots in the ancient Hindu ritual of Yamadeepam, where a lamp is lit for the god of death, Yama

10/31/2025

Spiritually, Halloween is derived from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, which marked the end of summer and the beginning of winter, and the thinning of the veil between the living and the dead. It is a time to honor ancestors and the deceased, reflect on life and death, and confront fears

10/29/2025

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10/23/2025

There is no direct historical connection between the Tatars and the Mahabharata; however, some theories propose connections based on linguistic similarities and ancient migration patterns. One theory links the name "Tatars" to the Tittira mentioned in the Mahabharata, suggesting they fought on the side of the Pandavas. Other ideas suggest that groups like the Yavanas (identified as Turks in some theories) and Huns (from which modern Mongols and Tatars descend) were Vedic and mentioned in the epic, though they later abandoned Vedic culture.
Proposed connections
Linguistic and tribal link: Some historians, like Bhim Singh Dahiya, propose that the Central Asian Tatars could be the same as the "Tittira" mentioned in the Mahabharata, who were on the side of the Pandavas.
Ancient Vedic culture: Some theories suggest that groups like the Huns and later their descendants (modern Mongols, Tatars, and Turks) had a connection to Vedic culture, as evidenced by similarities in their cosmology to the Puranas.
Yavanas: The Mahabharata mentions the Yavanas, who are sometimes identified with the ancient Turks. According to this theory, they were originally a Vedic community that later became "mlecchas" (those who have abandoned Vedic culture) and joined Duryodhana in the Kurukshetra War.
Kashmiri history: A historical account mentions a "Tatar Prince Abhimanyu" in Kashmir, which has led to discussions linking the Tatar group to the epic's characters, though the connection is speculative and lacks strong evidence, say

10/22/2025

Chinese words latest video. Few people know that 35,000 Chinese words are derived from Sanskrit, & Ayurveda influenced Chinese medicine. Similar patterns of ...

10/22/2025

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Atlas approaches the sun. known as the "Bearer (of the Heavens)," and his name is derived from a Greek root meaning "to suffer," "to endure," or "to bear". This is how the term came to be associated with a collection of maps, as it was originally used as a frontispiece on maps to represent holding up the world

10/21/2025

Jyotish and Ayurveda are considered sister sciences that, when combined, offer a holistic approach to health. Jyotish, or Vedic astrology, is the "science of light" that provides a map of a person's cosmic blueprint and tendencies, while Ayurveda is the "knowledge of life," which focuses on harmonizing the body's constitution (doshas) through diet, lifestyle, and herbal medicine. They are used together to understand the root causes of imbalances and to create personalized treatment plans that align with an individual's unique astrological and physiological makeup.
How Jyotish and Ayurveda are connected Constitutional analysis: A person's birth chart from Jyotish can reveal their unique constitution (\(prakriti\)) and any current imbalances (\(vikruti\)), which helps an Ayurvedic practitioner understand their health foundation. Planetary influence on health: Both sciences link planets to specific bodily functions, tissues, and organs. For example, certain planetary positions may indicate a predisposition to specific health issues, such as skin disorders or depression. Personalized treatment: The combined knowledge allows for a more precise and personalized approach to wellness. For instance, Ayurvedic therapies, herbal medicine, or yoga asanas can be prescribed based on astrological insights to counteract specific imbalances. Timing and harmony: Jyotish provides a map of timing and planetary cycles, helping to determine auspicious times for Ayurvedic treatments and lifestyle changes to bring the body and mind into greater harmony with cosmic rhythms.

07/18/2025

Vaginal steams have a long history of use by traditional healers in various parts of the world, especially in Korea and Central America. Their popularity has been steadily growing in the West, and for good reason – vaginal steams are very beneficial for a wide variety of conditions, from painful menstrual cramps to infertility to vaginal infections and imbalance in the tissues. They can help the uterus empty itself more completely, dredging out old tissue and blood that may have been there for months or even years. From an Ayurvedic perspective, yoni steams are deeply hydrating to the tissues, grounding and enhance a downward flow (apana vayu) necessary for vital reproductive health.
The process is simple. A big pot of tea is prepared and placed under a chair or inside an empty and drained toilet. You sit over the pot, naked from the waist down, with your legs slightly open, so that the steam from the pot of tea will come up to your ge****ls. The steam will carry the medicinal benefits and volatile oils of the plants to the mucus membranes, which will readily absorb them into your bloodstream. This will have a healing effect on both your external and internal organs. You can achieve different actions based on the herbs that you use in the tea, and the heat from the steam itself has a healing, warming effect on the womb.
Instructions to prepare a vaginal steam
You will need:
● A chair with slots so steam can pass through or an emptied out toilet
● Pot or bowl that fits under the chair or inside the toilet.
● 2 warm blankets
● Herbal tea that has been cooked on the stove
● Towel to place under pot of herbs if on the floor
● Quiet, private location where you will be undisturbed for 30 minutes.
To prepare the tea, bring 1 gallon of purified water to a boil in a big pot. Turn off the heat, and add the herbs into the pot. Only use fresh or dried herbs for your vaginal steam. You want to use about 1 cup of dried herbs for 1 gallon of water. If you are planning to use 3 herbs for your steam, you would use approximately 1/3 cup of each. Mix the herbs into the water, making sure they are submerged, and cover with a lid immediately. Allow the herbs to steep for 5 to 10 minutes maximum, then carry your pot over to your designated location, while still covered.
Get naked from the waist down, but keep some warm socks on. Staying warm during the steam is important. You may even start to sweat, and that’s a good thing! Place the pot underneath the chair, or inside the toilet, uncover it, and sit above it on your chair or toilet seat. Test the warmth of the steam to make sure it isn’t too hot for you. Wait a few minutes if it feels too hot. If the steam feels good, go ahead and sit down, wrap your lower body with a big blanket, so that you are creating a little steam room with the pot in the middle. Make sure there are no gaps anywhere, that the blanket touches the ground and doesn’t go in the pot. Use the second blanket
to cover your upper body. Sit and enjoy your steam for 20-30 minutes, relaxing, listening to music, reading, or meditating.
If you feel dizzy or light headed at any point while doing a steam, uncover yourself to cool down a bit. If dizziness persists, remove the blankets and pull out the pot from underneath you. Inducing sweating can aid in the process, but you can do a steam with only your lower body covered if you do not wish to get overheated. It is important, however, not to do a vaginal steam in a cold room or near cold drafts.

Please note that your bleeding time may be slightly different following vaginal steam – bleeding could be heavier, there could be more clots in your blood, or your blood could be thicker, almost like dark syrup. Do not be alarmed. This is normal, and is a good reaction to the cleansing effects of the steam. It is also possible for your blood to come a day or two early.
When to do vagnial steams
General recommendation is to do a vaginal steam for 3 days in a row, about one week before your cycle is due. It is best to do them later in the evening so that you can go to bed shortly after finishing the steam. You can do the 3-day routine of vaginal steams once a year for maintenance, or every cycle for deep rooted issues.
Which herbs to use
For vaginal steams, the herbs can be used dried or fresh, if available. Note that you should never use essential oils in vaginal steams. Always choose organic or wild plants, when possible. The French Broad Food Coop and the Herbiary in downtown Asheville both have a good selection of bulk herbs.
Motherwort:​ Tonifiesthereproductivesystemandincreasescirculationtothepelvis.Balanceshormones.
Mugwort:​ Cleansing–physicallyandspiritually.Balanceshormones.Canhelpbringonme**es.
Yarrow​: Astringent. Cleansing. Antibacterial. Good for infections.
Oregano:​ Bestherbtobringonme**es.Uterinestimulant.Increaseslow,inadequatemenstrualflow.Antiseptic. Prevent infections. (Can use fresh oregano for a stronger effect.)
Lavender:​ Superrelaxingherb,calmsthespirit,mindandbody.Antispasmodic.Nourishingtothenervoussystem. Emollient, very soothing to irritated tissues.
Marigold / Calendula​: Cleansing, induces perspiration of tissues. Very healing for irritated skin or scars. Activates the lymph. Gentle energy.
Rosemary​: Increases circulation to the pelvis, clears out old blood and fluids. Antiseptic and very cleansing. Brings concentration and focused energy.
Sage​: Astringent. Spiritually cleansing. Release emotional and energetic blockages.
Basil:​ Canbringonme**es.Reducesmenstrualcramps.Antibacterial.Blessesthewomanreceivingthesteam.
Spiritually cleansing.
Rosepetals:​ Relaxinganduplifting.Mildlyastringent.Increasesself-love,releasesstuckemotions. Chamomile:​ Relaxing,calmsthemind.Soothingtothevaginaltissues.Anti-inflammatory.
Addressing specific conditions

Steams can assist in healing a wide variety of gynecological issues. They are very effective at enhancing fertility, and assisting in postpartum recovery. You can work with just one plant, or a combination of herbs. As with any use of herbal medicine, you can achieve a broader effect by combining the actions and energies of several plants.
Here are some suggested formulas that can help you address specific situations, keeping in mind that for more serious conditions, vaginal steams should be part of a larger healing protocol in order to affect lasting change:
Long / irregular cycles: ​Oregano, basil, ​and​ mugwort​. Helps bring on the blood.
Scanty bleeding:​ Rosemary, oregano, ​and​ motherwort.​
Painfulmenstrualcramps:​Motherwort,basil,a​ nd​lavender​.
Enhance fertility: ​Oregano, motherwort, ​and​ rosemary.​ Steam 3 days starting at the end of menstruation. Repeat the week before me**es is due.
PCOS/Ovariancysts:​Rosemary,motherworta​ nd​lavender​. Endometriosis: ​Oregano, motherwort, yarrow, ​and​ rose petals.​
Fibroids: ​Motherwort, basil a​ nd​ calendula.​ Can be done every 2 weeks, but contraindicated if there is very heavy flooding me**es.
Adhesions / blocked fallopian tubes: ​Oregano, rosemary, ​and​ mugwort.
Bladder / vaginal infections: ​Yarrow, oregano, lavender a​ nd​ calendula.​ Steam 2 days, wait a few days, if symptoms
persist, repeat. If symptoms appear to worsen, discontinue.
Postpartum:​Oregano,calendula,motherwort,a​ nd​basil​.Steam3dayswithin9daysofthevaginalbirth.Okayif bleeding. Check with your midwife first. Wait at least 6 weeks after a cesarean section birth.
Perinealtear/scars/episiotomy:​Calendula,lavendera​ nd​yarrow​.Waituntilwoundsareclosedandstitcheshave been removed.
Menopause:​Rosemary,oregano,a​ nd​motherwort​.Steamseveraltimesaftertheendofcyclicalbleeding.Helps empty out the uterus completely before bleeding stops for good.
Menopausal dryness: ​Lavender, calendula, ​and​ chamomile​. Contraindications/Situations where vaginal steams should be avoided:
● While bleeding
● During a fever
● While pregnant, or if there is any possibility of pregnancy
● With an IUD
● With extremely heavy flooding me**es
● With any open any open cuts / wounds / stitches