Co-founder · Traveling through India
Greg Kinsey
Greg is co-founder of Ayurveda Yoga Life and Ellen’s brother. He practices Ashtanga and writes about his practice and what he learns about Ayurveda on the way.
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PracticesAshtanga
LearningAyurveda, alongside Ellen
Writes aboutYoga practice, flexibility & India
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About Greg
Greg Kinsey is the co-founder of Ayurveda Yoga Life and Ellen’s brother. He practices Ashtanga and first went to India to deepen his practice and work on his flexibility, which still matters a lot to him.
Traveling through India, he has been learning Ayurveda alongside Ellen, and he writes about his practice and what he learns on the way.
20 guides
Latest guides from Ellen & Greg
AyurvedaNeem Comb Benefits: A Natural Wooden Comb and How to Care for ItWhy a neem wood comb beats plastic: a gentle scalp massage, less static, shinier hair and a long Ayurvedic tradition. Plus how…
YogaPranayama Explained: 6 Foundational Breathing TechniquesLearn pranayama with six foundational breathing techniques that support calm energy, digestion, and daily balance.
LifestyleWarm Water in Ayurveda: A Simple Daily Habit for Digestion and BalanceDiscover how warm water supports digestion, balance, and daily rhythm in Ayurveda through a gentle and nourishing habit.
AyurvedaThe Six Tastes in Ayurveda: A Simple Guide to Balanced MealsDiscover the six tastes in Ayurveda and how balanced flavor supports digestion, taste, and overall well-being.
AyurvedaAyurvedic Spices for Cooking: 5 Digestive StaplesDiscover 5 Ayurvedic spices for cooking that support digestion, balance agni, and bring warmth and flavor to everyday meals.
AyurvedaAyurvedic Tips for Digestion: 12 Tips to Improve Agni NaturallyTwelve simple Ayurvedic habits for agni, the digestive fire: warm foods, mindful eating, a midday main meal and a steady daily rhythm.
LifestyleDinacharya: 10 Steps to Create an Ayurvedic Morning RoutineLearn dinacharya with this 10 step Ayurvedic morning routine. Build balance through cleansing, movement, breakfast, and digestion support.
AyurvedaBenefits of Gingelly Oil: An Ayurvedic Essential for Skin, Hair, and WellnessDiscover the benefits of gingelly oil in Ayurveda. Learn how cold pressed sesame seed oil supports skin, hair, and overall wellness.
AyurvedaTurmeric Spice Recipes and Ginger Teas: Ancient Spices for Modern WellnessEasy turmeric spice recipes the Ayurvedic way: golden rice, lentil soup, a turmeric spice blend, turmeric honey and a warming ginger tea.
AyurvedaAyurvedic Hair Oils: A Traditional Ritual for Strong, Shiny HairSesame, bhringraj, neem, coconut and castor: the classic Ayurvedic hair oils, what each is traditionally used for, and how to oil your…
AyurvedaThe Ultimate Guide to Ayurvedic Oils for Hair, Skin, and MassageDiscover the best Ayurvedic oils for hair, skin, and massage. Learn how sesame, neem, and coconut oils support balance and natural radiance.
AyurvedaOrganic Ghee: A Staple of Ayurvedic NourishmentDiscover the Ayurvedic benefits of organic and grass fed ghee. Learn how to use ghee for cooking, skincare, and daily nourishment.
AyurvedaCoconut Oil as Mouth Rinse: The Ayurvedic methodDiscover how coconut oil as mouth rinse supports Ayurvedic oral care, balancing the mouth and body for daily wellness.
AyurvedaHow to take Oregano Oil and Black Seed OilOregano oil and black seed oil combined creates a balanced remedy according to Ayurveda. Here is our guide to this anti-viral remedy.
Ayurveda6 Ayurvedic Herbs Traditionally Used to Clear AmaTriphala, turmeric, neem, guduchi, ginger and brahmi: six classic Ayurvedic herbs, their taste and qualities, and how each is traditionally used.
YogaCan Yoga Build Muscle? Yoga for Core and Body StrengthDiscover how yoga can build muscle, tone the body, and strengthen your core through mindful movement and balance.
YogaThe Color of the Chakras and Their MeaningsLet's talk the color of the chakras and their meaning. Vital to Vedic knowledge, energy work, yoga and Ayurveda, the chakras are…
AyurvedaGhee vs Butter: The Main DifferencesLet's talk ghee vs butter - What is the difference? Vital to Ayurvedic cooking, this guide discusses the differences and recipes...
AyurvedaAre Mung Beans and Moong Dhal the SameWhat is the difference between a mung bean and moong dhal? Vital to Ayurvedic cooking, this guide discusses the differences and recipes...
AyurvedaBlack Seed Oil Health BenefitsWhether you’re looking to strengthen your body’s immunity or revitalise your hair, black seed oil is an excellent natural remedy.