One part of the definition of health in Ayurveda is the phrase ‘prasanna-atma-indriya-mana’. i.e. your soul, all your senses, and your mind, must remain in a cheerful state. The body is automatically included when we refer to the senses. These senses are touch, sight, hearing, smell and taste. Any sensory…
How Ganpati’s Favourite Foods and Herbs can Help Develop the Foundation of Good Health!
The Indian traditions are well known for their spirit of celebration, with a number of festivals throughout the year. One of the most popular is the Ganesh Festival, celebrated for more than 10 days. It is recommended by the scriptures to invoke and worship Shri Ganesha at the beginning of…
Balancing – A Kriya to Balance the Spine as Well as One’s Personality
This kriya straightens and laterally realigns the spine. It stimulates the body’s magnetic field and activates the right side of the body. The beating of the heart affects the left side of the body more than the right. To compensate for this activity, the Balancing kriya is done only on…
Santulan Veda Completes 40 Years in Europe and Other Events
40 Years ago, on the 19th of Aug, 1982, Shreeguru Dr. Balaji Tambe planted a seed called Aumec. AUMEC stands for Aum Esoteric Connection, and as the name suggests, consisted of a small group of Shreeguruji’s ardent followers, who wanted to ensure that Shreeguruji’s work is taken forward. For nearly…
All the Important Principles of Ayurveda in One Book for All!
Shreeguru Dr. Balaji Tambe has strived to simplify lifestyle knowledge from the Vedas and offer true perception for one’s life, through many solutions. He explained tirelessly for decades how the best principles of Ayurveda were applied to daily life through cooking and home remedies. His exhaustive writings include a gem…
Pittashanti – A Unique Medicine for Daily Use for Today’s Generation Dealing with Stress and a Fast Life
Pittashanti is Santulan’s remarkable formulation for today’s stress-filled and fast-paced millennials. It aids digestion, reduces toxins in the blood and soothes the entire metabolic system. Pitta dosha, in day-to-day life, is generally imbalanced due to stress, anxiety, sun exposure, late nights, overuse of bright screens on phones, televisions or computers.…
Master and Disciple – A Bond with Supreme Trust
For thousands of years the Guru-Shishya tradition has been a pillar of Ancient Indian or Vedic culture. It is a Parampara. The Master and Disciple share a bond, which is a vital element of the spiritual relationship. Another hallmark on Indian culture is in celebrating all things of great importance…
Lemongrass – A ‘Must Have’ Herb in Every Kitchen
As the name suggests, lemongrass is a kind of grass and therefore very easy to grow. It is native to South Asia, South East Asia, Australia and is widely used throughout India. It is also very popular for aromatic uses. Lemongrass oil is extracted from the stalk and leaves and…
A Delicious Recipe, Full of Protein, and Great for Occasions and Guests at Home
In Gujarati households, this dish is an evergreen favourite. It makes for a satisfying meal and keeps you going for hours. It is an example of the rich food culture of India and its endless creativity. Dal Dhokla is great with all kinds of breads, roti and even with rice.…
Enjoy Some Glimpses of Activities at Santulan Over the Summer
Here is a quick look through some highlights over the last few weeks at Santulan! The Santulan Veda Festival continues its journey to take the knowledge and lifestyle teachings of Shreeguru Dr. Balaji Tambe forward! Catch a glimpse in the next few images of the sessions and festivities… …