Author Archives: Jdurner

Simple Vegetable Saute

I love vegetables. And there’s very few that I don’t like so you would think it would be a breeze to incorporate them into my daily menus. To a certain degree, you’re right. But I get tired of the same … Continue reading

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THE MEANEST MOTHER IN THE WORLD

In honor of Mother’s Day I want to share a poem that came into my life many years ago and has helped hold me through the turbulence of parenting, especially in the teen years. “I had the meanest mother in … Continue reading

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Millet Recipes

These recipes highlight the less-commonly used grain millet. Millet is tiny, round grain that though usually whitish can also be gray, yellow or red.  It is highly nutritious, containing manganese, phosphorus, and magnesium, and is also non-glutinous and relatively easy … Continue reading

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Expand your Grains with Two Rice Pudding Recipes

In making any kind of dietary shift, having new recipes is a critical tool. I especially look for recipes that are easy and tasty! Today many people eat an excessive amount of wheat – and most of that is processed.  … Continue reading

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Cleansing Kitcharee

Spring is a wonderful time to a do a cleanse. The best option is full Panchakarma cleansing program that Ayurveda offers as a primary protocol for treating dis-ease and illness and restoring optimal health. However, knowing that not everyone has … Continue reading

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How To Do A Healthy, Natural, Effective Cleanse

Springtime in the cycle of nature is a time of cleansing, a shedding of the excess that was needed to go through winter.  Cleansing can also be an important part of healing and maintaining health when done correctly.  But before … Continue reading

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Weekend Warrior Tips For Spring Projects

Spring has come – early for those of us here up north.  And with this warmer weather you  naturally start to spend more time outside – playing and often doing home and yard projects.  As you re-start some of these … Continue reading

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Food as Medicine: Making Sense of Food for Healthy Living and Treating Symptoms

If you’ve been confused about what foods keep you healthy, you’re not alone! What you eat plays a significant role in the state of your health. Beyond just eating supposed “healthy food”, YOU as an individual need specific foods to … Continue reading

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Ramp Up Your Stress Busting Tools

Evening Yoga Workshops: Stress Relief When:Tuesday, March 13th 7-8:15 pm Where: Ayurveda Wellness located within THRIVE! @ 2331 Silvernail Road, Pewaukee 53072 Self-Investment:$20 RSVP: to Jamie Durner @ 262-389-5835 Stress is an ongoing factor, unfortunately, in today’s modern world. But … Continue reading

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Two Key Points Dr. Oz Didn’t Mention About Ayurveda

Last Thursday, February 29th, Dr. Oz’s show featured a segment on Ayurveda.  Yahoo! How great that Ayurveda, the ancient holistic health system from India, is gaining recognition for it’s ability to provide guidelines for how your individual bio-chemistry can be … Continue reading

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