The Prana Plate

The Prana Plate Food. Lifestyle. Ayurveda. From the tiniest ant to the most majestic elephant, everything around us contains prana.

Welcome to The Prana Plate, a space of creating, sharing and exploring all the good things in life that raise our life force energy, our prana. The levels of prana we experience throughout the day determine the state of our minds. Prana levels are increased when we see things of beauty, hear our favourite piece of music, exchange deep and meaningful words in conversation, feel the warm embrace of

another human, take the first bite of a scrumptious meal or when we take a few moments to observe our breath at the end of a long day. Through our five senses we experience all the magic that is around us. Join me on a journey as I explore the sources of prana, with food being the greatest focus. It’s all about sharing and inspiring healthier food choices for a lighter, brighter, happier state of mind!

Yesterday I ordered a vegetarian pasta and a few bites later, I realised it contained chicken.What happened next wasn't ...
17/06/2026

Yesterday I ordered a vegetarian pasta and a few bites later, I realised it contained chicken.

What happened next wasn't really about the food. It became a reflection on why our response to life's inconveniences often matters more than the inconvenience itself.

Swipe through for 5 lessons this unexpected lunch experience reminded me of 👉

11/06/2026

My grandmother knew this long before I did. ✨

A few drops of warm oil in the ears may seem simple, but Ayurveda has used this practice for centuries to calm the nervous system, counteract dryness, and bring balance to an overstimulated mind and body.

Sometimes wellness isn't about adding more. It's about remembering the wisdom that was already there.

As with all Ayurvedic practices, what is beneficial for one person may not be suitable for another. If you have any concerns regarding ear health or would like guidance on whether this practice is right for you, consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner.

08/06/2026

I've been vegetarian for over 16 years, but that doesn't mean I think everyone should be.

One of the biggest lessons my own journey has taught me is that dietary choices are rarely black and white.

When I first stopped eating meat, I didn't automatically become healthier. Even years later, choosing vegetarian options while travelling or attending events often meant being served highly processed meals that offered very little nourishment.

This is why I've become increasingly cautious about telling someone they should eat more meat, less meat, or none at all – I need to first understand their reality.

I've shared a carousel on breaking down some important considerations before choosing a vegetarian diet - swipe through the post and let me know your thoughts.

Many conversations around diet become debates when they could be discussions.Ayurveda encourages us to look beyond label...
08/06/2026

Many conversations around diet become debates when they could be discussions.

Ayurveda encourages us to look beyond labels and consider the individual. Your health, lifestyle, environment, access to food, digestive capacity, and personal values all play a role in determining what is right for you.

I chose a vegetarian diet 16 years ago, but it certainly wasn't perfect in the beginning. Removing meat didn't automatically make me healthy. Like many people, I filled the gap with excess cheese, bread, and processed foods.

Whether you eat meat or not, the quality of your food, your awareness of where it comes from, and how it makes you feel matter far more than the label attached to your diet.

What has your experience been with eating meat, reducing meat, or following a vegetarian diet?

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04/06/2026

"What did you eat?"

It's a question many of us have heard from parents and grandparents when someone is acting a little differently than usual.

Ancient traditions understood something that modern science is increasingly exploring: food doesn't just nourish the body—it influences how we feel, think, and interact with the world around us.

Ayurveda describes three qualities of the mind: Sattva (clarity), Rajas (activity), and Tamas (inertia). The foods we eat can help cultivate these qualities within us.

The next time you're feeling unusually calm, restless, or sluggish, it may be worth asking yourself:

What kind of mindset am I feeding?

Have you ever noticed a change in your mood or energy after certain foods? Share your experience below 👇

03/06/2026

One of the things I love most about Ayurveda is how accurately it explains our differences.

- The friend who's forgotten to eat all day and is now overwhelmed?
- The friend who becomes a completely different person when lunch is delayed?
- The friend who genuinely isn't hungry yet?

While we're all a unique combination of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, most of us can recognize certain tendencies in ourselves (and definitely in our friends 😄).

Which one sounds most like you?

👇 Vata, Pitta, Kapha... or a combination?

For three years, some of you may have noticed something different in certain batches of our ghee. A deeper colour. A ric...
28/05/2026

For three years, some of you may have noticed something different in certain batches of our ghee. A deeper colour. A richer smell. A bolder flavour. You may have wondered if it was inconsistency?

It wasn't. It was just nature doing her thing! 😉

3 years and 850+ jars later, we are putting a name to it. Introducing...
Deep Roast Ghee | Amber. Nutty. Intense.

In Ayurveda, we are taught to live in harmony with nature — to honour her cycles rather than fight them. This ghee is that philosophy in a jar.

Available in extremely limited quantities in 350ml and 1000ml. When it's gone, it's gone. 💫

Ever left a mall (or an online cart!) feeling frazzled? That’s not “you”… that’s your senses being pulled outward. Here’...
28/11/2025

Ever left a mall (or an online cart!) feeling frazzled? That’s not “you”… that’s your senses being pulled outward. Here’s how to shop smarter, stay centred, and make sales work for you.

Conscious choices > chaotic carts.

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