Utkatasana, the chair, is not a simple, gentle asana like Vrksasana - the tree - but a direct, intense position. The name already gives this away: in Utkatasana, the yogi appears to be sitting in an imaginary chair - and the face often looks unhappily strained, as Utkatasana demands a lot of strength from the legs, back and ankles.
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Blossoms, flowers & plants, Tested
Tested: Tulsi tea from Lebensbaum - stress fighter, detox and health booster
Oct
Tulsi, also known as holy basil, is an aromatic plant that is mainly cultivated for religious and medicinal purposes. Tulsi is used in the form of tea or as an essential oil in Hinduism and especially in Ayurveda as a medicinal plant.
Oct
Rosemary is one of the best herbs for hair: hair growth is stimulated, excess sebum is balanced, dandruff is reduced and unpleasant itching is soothed. As rosemary cleanses the hair of impurities and product residues, it also helps to achieve clear, shiny hair. Rosemary conditioner is therefore an ideal, natural remedy for restoring lustre to limp and tired hair [...].
Oct
Ginger has been a well-known and popular ingredient in healthy cooking for a few years now. However, ginger is much more than just a tasty ingredient or an exotic spice: ginger is a well-known remedy for all kinds of problems. In Asian cultures, ginger has been incorporated into everyday life for thousands of years to make the most of its healing [...].
Sep
Autumn is here. Colourful leaves, warmer jumpers - and sometimes a bad mood because summer is definitely over. As the body is very sensitive in times of change, it responds particularly well to gentle remedies. With a few simple tricks, you can create a good mood and relaxation in autumn:
Sep
Tested: The new bath oils from Dr Hauschka in the flavours Almond, Rose Petal, Lemon Lemongrass and Moor Lavender Outstanding properties: Sustainably and fairly produced, Demeter quality, vegan, certified organic by NaTrue, bottled in reusable glass Just in time for the start of autumn, Dr. Hauschka presents its new bath oils and delights our noses and skin once again. The precious bath oils are presented in five glass bottles [...]
Sep
Vrksasana, the tree, is a simple asana that strengthens the body while focussing on balance. Vrksasana is an ideal position to find your centre and improve your sense of balance.
Glossary, Natural cosmetics, Plants, flowers & blossoms
The Damask rose - medicinal plant of the year 2013
Mar
The mere sight of a sea of flowers can put us in a calm, inspired or happy mood. The scent, the colours and the image of the flowers trigger something in us humans. This effect can be utilised in a targeted way - if you know and learn to use the healing power of plants.
Mar
Organic products and natural versions of conventional products are one of the biggest trends in recent years. Every supermarket offers products in organic and "natural" formulations. This variety is commendable, but even when shopping for your next breakfast, you start to realise: When is enough enough? Where do you draw the line, what is necessary, where does the [...]
Feb
Almost all of us have been familiar with the Dr Hauschka brand since childhood: we have seen the elegant glass bottles with the golden stripe and the simple imprint in our mum's or grandma's bathroom, we know the smell of the rose cream from hugging or the intense fragrance of one of Dr Hauschka's baths. And now, years later, [...]