HOW THE ROOT CHAKRA RELATES TO BEING GROUNDED

Your root chakra is responsible for your sense of safety and security. It is your base support for all feelings of being grounded and secure. If you are experiencing anxiety, fears, nightmares or issues with the reproductive organs or elimination, these are all signals that your muladhara chakra is experiencing blockages.

HERBS TO HELP YOU FEEL CALM AND GROUNDED

Kava

Kava is commonly used to relax the mind and body. It induces a sense of tranquility and relieve symptoms of anxiety, stress, restlessness and insomnia.

Ashwagandha

Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb that synergizes the mind, body and spirit. It is common to ayurvedic medicine and known for its rejuvinating and tonic effects on the nervous system. It is especially balancing for vatta and kapha dosha types. The root of the plant is the keeper of the medicinal properties, so you are literally ingesting a part of earth. 

 

ASHWAGANDHA GINGER is a simple solution to stress management. This combination of herbs is known to also enhance cognition, have anti-aging properties, aid with digestion, boost the immune system and act as an aphrodisiac.

Ashwagandha liquid extract is another option we offer for strengthening the body and reducing stress. You can take alone, mixed with water, juice or smoothies, such as the delicious smoothie bowl recipe we offer below.

RECIPE TO HELP YOU GET GROUNDED

"If diet is wrong medicine is of no use, if diet is correct, diet is of no need."

-Ancient Ayurvedic proverb

THE KAVA BERRY BEET BOWL

A fun, delicious and different way to eat the beet. Beets are a deep magenta root vegetable high in Vitamin C, fiber and essential nutrients like potassium and manganese. It also contains vitamin B folate. Their loving cells work together to give you a big immunity boost and awaken your root chakra. Beets are known to boost stamina, help detoxify the body (especially the liver, which is associated with emotional holdings of stress, anxiety and depression), and lower the blood pressure. We aren't nutritionists, but from what we've gathered in research, the beet (in moderation) seems amazing. Many people juice beets, but you miss out on a lot of important fiber with this method. Fiber helps normalize bowl movements, lower cholesterol levels and control blood sugar levels. Thats a lot of good to miss out on inside.

We blended the beet, berries, greens, banana, mint, dark chocolate and a few other ingredients with love to make a rooting, rich and refreshing smoothie bowl. Try it for yourself, here is the recipe:

This makes one hearty portion or two small portions, feel free to experiment with the ratios or increasing the size of the recipe. The best part about smoothie bowls are the toppings. See notes for additional garnish options.