By Amy Bourque, Yoga and Ayurvedic Practitioner As the cooler seasons settle in, our bodies naturally reach for meals that feel warm, stabilizing, and deeply nourishing. In Ayurveda, these cravings are a sign that Vata season  is here—bringing with it cold air, dryness, and a sense of movement. To feel balanced, we need foods that anchor us: warm, hydrating, sweet, and earthy. This Quinoa Bowl with Maple Sweet Potatoes, Mushrooms, and Black Beans  is one of my go-to seasonal

by Amy Bourque, Transform at Amy Bourque Yoga Every year when the air turns crisp and the days shorten, I find myself drawn back to my kitchen in a different way. The rhythm of summer fades—the salads and vine ripe vegetables, the lighter energy, the endless motion—and in its place comes a quieter call. As winter settles in, nature invites us to slow down, nourish, rest, and turn inward. This is winter’s invitation. In Ayurveda, winter is the season of Vata —the energy of ai

As the seasons shift and autumn settles in, nature encourages us to slow down, reflect, and restore. In Ayurveda, fall is considered the Vata season  — characterized by the elements of air and ether. It’s a time of movement, dryness, coolness, and change. While this energy can bring creativity and lightness, it can also leave us feeling ungrounded, anxious, scattered and depleted. Therefore, it is essential to take steps to bring ourselves back into balance. One of the most

According to Ayurveda, Digestion plays a big role with your overall health. Weak or unhealthy digestion can lead to weight gain, constipation, bloating, excess acidity, etc. According to Ayurveda, the digestive fire (called agni) is highest and at a peak during lunch time hours between 10 am and 2 pm. During these hours your pitta dosha, which governs your metabolism and digestion is at its highest and at the same time the sun is at it’s strongest. So, by eating your biggest