The Om of Yum

Oct 10, 2020

Dear Coffee, I Love You, But We Have to Break Up

Erin Casperson, Dean of the Kripalu School of Ayurveda, loved everything about coffee—except how it made her feel.

Apr 26, 2019

Remembrance of Cakes Past: The Power of Food Nostalgia

Food carries memories. As we ingest a given dish—whether it's mandelbrot or a Devil Dog—we also consume associations that we’ve made over time.

Apr 25, 2019

The Four Phases of a Total Life Cleanse

Just like our closets and our cars, we benefit from seasonal cleansing, says master acupuncturist and Ayurvedic practitioner Jonathan Glass.

Apr 24, 2019

Ending the Stress-Eating Cycle

According to the American Psychological Association, about one-third of us habitually eat in response to stress. The nutritional impact of stress is profound.

Kripalu Recipe: Gluten-Free Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Layers of crushed graham crackers, sweetened peanut butter, and dark chocolate ganache.

Kripalu Recipe: Raw Greek Kale Salad

Learn the secrets to making the perfect raw kale salad in this video with Executive Chef Jeremy Rock Smith.

Apr 18, 2019

Kripalu Recipe: Buddha Bowl

Here's how to fill your bowl with a balance of colorful greens, grains, vegetables, protein-rich foods, nuts, seeds, seasonings, and sauces.

Apr 17, 2019

A Day in the Life of a Kripalu Cookie

What happens when a Kripalu cookie and a Kripalu guest join forces is absolutely satisfying for mind, body, and sweet tooth.

Apr 15, 2019

Four Tips for Eating with Mindful Attention

When you sit down to savor a meal in a comfortable environment and relaxed manner, the parasympathetic nervous system takes over—supporting healthy digestion...

Kripalu Recipe: DIY Gatorade

Stay hydrated with this Ayurvedic electrolyte drink—a DIY Gatorade, made with simple, natural ingredients you can pronounce.

How to Do a Spring Food Cleanse, Ayurveda Style

Have you ever been gung-ho about doing a cleanse, but found your willpower withering after a few days? Ayurveda has the recipe for success.

Apr 11, 2021

Yoga Practices for Better Digestion

Yoga supports digestion in the same way it supports the rest of the body—by helping us get more centered and relaxed, says Mary Northey, Dean of the Kripalu...

Kripalu Recipe: Clean Green Soup

This vegetable-packed soup is a great way to eat light, so you can reset your digestion and cleanse out the weight of winter.

Apr 10, 2019

The Protective Power of Phytonutrients

As a rule of thumb, the more colorful a fruit or vegetable, the richer it is in phytonutrients and the greater its power as a superfood, explains Alberto...

Apr 09, 2019

The Full Burp: The Ayurvedic Secret to Eating Just Enough

The full burp is a natural, built-in function that tells us when we’ve eaten the right amount for our bodies to comfortably digest.

Apr 06, 2019

Behind the Scenes in the Kripalu Bakery

From sourdough to scones, all the deliciousness happens in the Kripalu Bakery! Take a guided tour with Executive Chef Jeremy Rock Smith.

The One Knife Everyone Needs, Plus More Chopping Tips from Jeremy Rock Smith

Learn the most fundamental skills and tools for every kitchen.

Behind the Scenes in the Kripalu Kitchen

Take a guided tour and find out where all the magic happens!

Apr 02, 2019

Secrets of Sourdough from the Kripalu Bakery

Ask Daniel Dillon, Kripalu’s Bakery Supervisor, about baking bread, and the conversation will expand—like a particularly lively sourdough starter—to...

Apr 01, 2019

It’s National Cooked Water Day!

Did you know that today is National Cooked Water Day? If you’re one of the holdouts who’s been drinking your water raw, you’re in for a real treat.