Australian Yoga Journal – August 2019

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august/september 2019

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By YJ Staff

Holding space, assisting, and maintaining a practice can keep yoga

teachers in constant motion. Here, five professionals fill us in on the herbs

and formulas that keep them feeling great, even on their busiest days.

SPIRULINA

Rich in iron, protein, and

B-12, spirulina has earned a

glittering reputation among

yoga teachers for boosting

immune systems and aiding

in detoxification.

RECOMMENDED BY:

TIAS LITTLE

Founder, Prana Yoga

“I take it in powder-form

first thing in the morning,

an hour prior to my yoga

practice. Not only is it

hydrating, but I feel light

and clear. Spirulina brings a

buoyant quality to

my tissues.”

YJ RECOMMENDS:

Australian Spirulina

tablets, $22,

australianspirulina.com.au

ASHWAGANDHA

This herb's inflammatory-

reducing super power is

attributed to its high

concentration of withanolides

—naturally occurring

steroids that combat stress

and boost strength.

RECOMMENDED BY:

SARAH PLATT-FINGER

Co-Founder, ISHTA Yoga

“I've found that by

taking Ashwaganda daily,

my focus is better and I feel

positive effects in my yoga

and meditation practice. I'm

more able to slow down my

breath and sit for extended

periods without distraction.”

YJ RECOMMENDS:

BareOrganics Ashwaganda,

$28,

http://www.biovea.net

PROTEIN & GREENS

Research suggests that a

blend of pea and rice protein

can provide optimal levels of

B vitamins. Great news if you

are gluten-, meat-,

or dairy-free.

RECOMMENDED BY:

TIFFANY CRUIKSHANK

Founder, Yoga Medicine

“This combo keeps my

blood sugar steady through

even a longer practice. I've

used it for the past 12 years

to support my energy levels

while travelling. I attribute a

lot of my health on the road

to this mix.”

YJ RECOMMENDS:

Nature's Way Natural Protein

Super Greens, $24.99,

http://www.naturesway.com.au

MAGNESIUM

Magnesium helps the body

turn food into energy and

fights off inflamation. It also

helps sleep. It's estimated

80% of adults lack the

proper intake of magnesium.

RECOMMENDED BY:

NICOLE WALSH

Founder, InYoga

“I take a daily dose of

Magnesium. When I take it

in the evening I find I have

a better night’s sleep and

wake up feeling more rested.

It’s also a great immune

booster.”

YJ RECOMMENDS:

Swiss High Strength Powder

$15.99

chemistwarehouse.com.au

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The Yoga Teacher

Supplement Guide

TIPS

teacher's

MORINGA

Moringa is a Norther Indian

herb rich in many important

nutrients, including vitamin

B6, vitamin C, riboflavin

and iron and can boost the

immune system as well as

reduce chronic inflamation.

RECOMMENDED BY:

JOHN OGILVIE

Founder, Byron Yoga Centre

“I started taking it to assist

in healing from a bronchial

infection and now, as a

vegetarian, I find it useful

to boost iron levels and

maintain a healthy immune

system.”

YJ RECOMMENDS:

TrueProtein Moringa 250g,

$15

trueprotein.com.au

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24

august/september 2019

yogajournal.com.au

/ISTOCK, ESKYMAKS/ISTOCK, ESKYMAKS/ISTOCK

By YJ Staff

Holdingspace,assisting,andmaintaining a practicecankeepyoga

teachers in constant motion. Here, five professionals fill us in on the herbs

and formulas that keep them feeling great, even on their busiest days.

SPIRULINA

Rich in iron, protein, and

B-12, spirulina has earned a

glittering reputation among

yoga teachers for boosting

immune systems and aiding

in detoxification.

RECOMMENDED BY:

TIAS LITTLE

Founder, Prana Yoga

“I take it in powder-form

first thing in the morning,

an hour prior to my yoga

practice. Not only is it

hydrating,butI feellight

ASHWA

This herb's inflammatory-

reducing super power is

attributed to its high

concentration of withanolides

—naturally occurring

steroids that combat stress

and boost strength.

RECOMMENDED BY:

SARAH PLATT-FINGER

Co-Founder, ISHTA Yoga

“I've found that by

taking Ashwaganda daily,

my focus is better and I feel

positive effects in my yoga

andmeditationpractice.I'm

Research suggests that a

blend of pea and rice protein

can provide optimal levels of

B vitamins. Great news if you

are gluten-, meat-,

or dairy-free.

RECOMMENDED BY:

TIFFANY CRUIKSHANK

Founder, Yoga Medicine

“This combo keeps my

blood sugar steady through

even a longer practice. I've

used it for the past 12 years

tosupportmyenergy levels

ributea

UM

Magnesium helps the body

turn food into energy and

fights off inflamation. It also

helps sleep. It's estimated

80% of adults lack the

proper intake of magnesium.

RECOMMENDED BY:

NICOLE WALSH

Founder, InYoga

“I take a daily dose of

Magnesium. When I take it

in the evening I find I have

a better night’s sleep and

wake up feeling more rested.

It’salsoa greatimmune

The Yoga Teacher

Supplement Guide

TIPS

teacher's

MORINGA

Moringa is a Norther Indian

herb rich in many important

nutrients, including vitamin

B6, vitamin C, riboflavin

and iron and can boost the

immune system as well as

reduce chronic inflamation.

RECOMMENDED BY:

JOHN OGILVIE

Founder, Byron Yoga Centre

“I started taking it to assist

in healing from a bronchial

infection and now, as a

vegetarian, I find it useful

to boost iron levels and

maintain a healthy immune

system.”

YJ RECOMMENDS:

TrueProtein Moringa 250g,

$15

trueprotein.com.au