Ceylon Cinnamon vs Cassia: why the label matters for daily use
Most supermarket cinnamon is Cassia, which can hold up to 100x more coumarin than Ceylon. Here is what that means for daily use, and how to tell them apart.
King coconut electrolyte cooler: rehydrate without sports drinks
Coconut water carries roughly 600 mg potassium per cup. Add a pinch of salt and coconut sugar for a king coconut cooler that rehydrates without the dyes.
5 herbs that cool the body when it's 35 degrees out
Five traditional herbs and drinks, led by Sri Lanka's Iramusu root, that help cool the body naturally when the heat climbs past 35C. Includes practical doses and one small daily habit to start with.
Passion fruit flowers: the calming garden herb your heart likes too
Passion fruit flowers are a calming garden herb: a 2024 trial raised sleep efficiency to 86.6%, and their polyphenols quietly support heart health too.
5 mistakes people make when starting a daily supplement routine
Five common mistakes people make starting a daily supplement routine, plus the fix for each: stacking too many at once, poor timing, ignoring digestion, quitting too early, and chasing a bigger dose.
The gotukola sambol recipe that doubles as brain food
Ancient Nutra Wellness Team · 14 July 2026 · 5 min read The gotukola sambol recipe that doubles as brain food Key takeaways Gotukola sambol is a Sri Lankan side dish that takes 10 minutes and n...
Katupila, the Sri Lankan herb for a quieter liver and clearer skin
Ancient Nutra Wellness Team · 14 July 2026 · 6 min read Katupila, the Sri Lankan herb for a quieter liver and clearer skin Key takeaways Katupila, known in Ayurveda as Sarapunkha, is a Sri Lank...
5 Sri Lankan gut herbs, ranked by use case
Over 40% of people worldwide deal with a gut disorder. Here are 5 Sri Lankan gut herbs, from Beli to ginger, ranked by the exact problem each one solves.
Why your gut bacteria run your mood (and how to help)
Your gut and brain are in constant two-way conversation, and roughly 90 to 95 percent of the body serotonin is made in the gut. Here is how gut bacteria shape mood and anxiety, and the simple daily...
The aloe cucumber cooler for Sri Lanka's hottest afternoons
Ancient Nutra Wellness Team · 12 July 2026 · 5 min read The aloe cucumber cooler for Sri Lanka's hottest afternoons Key takeaways Aloe vera and cucumber blended cold make a five minute drink bu...
Aloe vera extract: the quiet digestive defender in your kitchen
A plain-language deep dive on aloe vera extract for digestion: what it does, who it helps, how to take it, and how long before it works.
Best supplements for women's vitality: 4 Ayurvedic herbs that earn their place
Moderate to severe menopause symptoms affect 34 to 40% of women. Here are 4 Ayurvedic herbs, led by Shatavari, that support women's energy, calm and balance.