Yogastra Gokulam, Mysore, Karnataka

Yogastra microfibre cotton towels are handloomed using 100% natural cotton, and dyed with ayurvedic herbs. These medium sized towels are super absorbent, and soft to the touch. No chemicals are used at any stage in the production of these towels. The towels come in a variety of natural colors Yellow : Wild turmeric, Mountain Knot grass and Indian pennywort. In Ayurveda, turmeric, is known to be an antibacterial purifying agent of the energy system. Sage green : Neem, Snakeroots, Sida and Clearing­nut tree. Neem soothes the skin that comes in contact with it. It also supports clear breathing and a healthy respiratory system. Dark grey : Vetiver, Chebulic myrobalan and Black catechu. Vetiver, the primary herb used, is known to reduce stress and cool the body.

Yogastra mats are designed to enhance your practice by enabling the cleanest and healthiest breathing experience possible. They’re made from organic cotton, handwoven in Kerala (India) and dyed in natural ayurvedic herbs by villagers whose families have been practicing this 5000-year old Indian fabric dyeing technique for generations. When you practice on a Yogastra mat, every time you breathe, you’re inhaling the herbs the mat has been dyed in and enjoying the benefits these herbs bring to your physical and energy body. We have the mats in three combinations of herbs. Handmade from 100% cotton and with no chemicals used in any stage of the production process, a Yogastra mat creates the cleanest breathing space for your practice. A Yogastra mat is 6 feet long, 2.5 feet wide, and weighs 1.1 kgs. You can roll it up and carry it on your shoulder using the cotton strap that comes with it. Or, you can fold it and put it in a bag. The folding is especially useful when traveling. Yogastra mats are designed to grip the floor, have extra grip-lines for your hands and feet, respond well to sweat, and are washable.

Yogastra presents Goldilocks Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO), probably the cleanest and purest coconut oil you can find.   What makes Goldilocks VCO special It’s 100% organic – all the coconuts used are grown on their own farm, so they have complete control over the quality and cultivation process. Plus, the entire production process is hand-based and no chemicals or any external substances are used at any stage of production. It’s made using a natural fermentation method – used traditionally in Indian homes – that creates more nutrients, micro-nutrients, and anti-oxidants that go a long way towards one’s internal and external (skin, hair) health. It’s made from fresh coconuts – as opposed to dry Copra used for cold-pressed coconut oil – so has more added health benefits directly derived from fresh coconuts. It has a neutral taste and odour – unlike most other coconut oils that have a strong smell. It’s handmade by a PhD. in Nutrition and Food Technology herself.     Benefits of using Goldilocks VCO Ideal for those looking to either maintain or lose body weight. The fats in virgin coconut oil is not stored but rather quickly converted into energy. Read how Helps control blood sugar by improving the secretion of insulin, thereby keeping diabetes in check. Due to its high natural saturated fats, virgin coconut oil helps maintain a healthy heart by increasing healthy cholesterols and converting bad cholesterol into good. Can help with neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia. Lauric acid, the most beneficial component of coconut oil is known to support a healthy immune system. General improvement in health through increased metabolism and improved digestion. Regular application on hair improves the quality of the hair, reduces hair fall, and reduces the need for after shampoo conditioners. Can be applied on skin to treat rashes, cuts, dryness, and to improve overall quality of skin.  Treat oral health issues like mouth sores and gum infections.   Benefits of using Goldilocks VCO Ideal for those looking to either maintain or lose body weight. The fats in virgin coconut oil is not stored but rather quickly converted into energy. Read how Helps control blood sugar by improving the secretion of insulin, thereby keeping diabetes in check. Due to its high natural saturated fats, virgin coconut oil helps maintain a healthy heart by increasing healthy cholesterols and converting bad cholesterol into good. Can help with neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s and dementia. Lauric acid, the most beneficial component of coconut oil is known to support a healthy immune system. General improvement in health through increased metabolism and improved digestion. Regular application on hair improves the quality of the hair, reduces hair fall, and reduces the need for after shampoo conditioners. Can be applied on skin to treat rashes, cuts, dryness, and to improve overall quality of skin.  Treat oral health issues like mouth sores and gum infections.   How to consume Goldilocks VCO While it can be used for anything, costing Rs 500 for 200 ml makes it probably too expensive to use as a regular cooking oil. We recommend Goldilocks VCO to be had on its own. Here are some ideas: On toast – on top of jam or butter On rotis – apply on top or mix in the dough In black tea or coffee Just on its own As a salad dressing Add to health drinks

Yogastra meditation mats are meant to create the right breathing environment during meditation, as well as amplify its benefits to your body, mind, and spirit. Handwoven using 100% organic cotton, our meditation mats are infused with various ayurvedic herbs, all of which are specifically selected to work in synergy to improve the quality of your practice.   Available in three combinations of herbs: Neem, Turmeric, Tulsi Vetiver, Turmeric, Pomegranate shells Vetiver, Triphala, Red sandalwood

Yogastra eye pillows are little silk pillows filled with herbs and flax seeds that you can keep on your eyes for a few minutes to get into completely relaxed state of being. It’s one of the most powerful healing tools, especially for creating a balanced nervous system. Yogastra eye pillow contains the stress-relieving Ayurvedic herb vetiver. In Ayurveda, vetiver is used to treat stress-related illnesses and insomnia. When you keep the Yogastra eye pillow on your eyes, the light pressure on the eyeballs stimulates the vagus nerve, lowering your heart rate and helping you relax more deeply. And as you breathe, the aroma from vetiver enters your energy system further relaxing and calming you down.   IDEAL TIME TO USE AN EYE PILLOW  During Shavasana. Keeping the eye pillow on your eyes during Shavasana will enhance the effect of your practice, relax your body and mind, give you the right balance to go through your day. Just before sleeping. Keeping the eye pillow on your eyes just as you prepare for sleep will put you in a state of calm for a peaceful sleep so you wake up refreshed and rejuvenated. During a work break. After your lunch break or during your coffee break at work, nothing better than the eye pillow for instant relief from work stress. While your tea brews. The eye pillow is a good way to kill time as you wait for your tea to brew. The metro/subway ride back from work is a good time to get your mind off work and put you in the right frame of mind to meet loved ones back home. Go ahead. Soak in the eye pillow. Any other time of the day your mind needs relaxing is a good time to put the eye pillow to use. Yogastra eye pillow is made from natural silk. The key thing about natural silk, as opposed to the regular silk, is that in this the silkworm is not killed in order to make the silk.   Yogastra eye pillow can easily be washed. And it comes with a refresher pack of herbs and seeds to ensure that the eye pillow lasts you at least a couple of years.

The Yogastra eye mask is infused with a blend of ayurvedic herbs with calming, stress relieving properties to give you a restful experience. This unique ayurvedic eye mask is made of 100% cotton. All colours are obtained from herbs, no chemical colorants are used. Be it for a deep, good night’s sleep, a quick break for tired eyes at work, to help relax the mind for a great meditation experience or simply to relax with your favourite tunes. If you’re a traveler, the Yogastra eye mask is a must have.