The Elements of Ayurveda Podcast

Episode 380

Ayurveda views mobility as a reflection of vitality, when joints are healthy, well lubricated, and move with ease. When joints are compromised basic movements like walking, climbing stairs or even the act of sitting can become more painful and challenging. Chronic joint pain or stiffness can lead to reduced quality of life and emotional stress, affecting our independence and participation in physical or social activities. 

Colette discusses the following in this episode:

• The role of vata, pitta and kapha doshas in joint health.
• How a compromised digestive system can lead to joint problems.
• Preventative tips to help maintain healthy, pain-free joints focusing on:
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Digestive fire (agni) and toxins (ama)
  • Body tissues (dhatus) and joint nourishment
  • Lifestyle practices
  • Herbal support
  • Seasonal adjustments (ritucharya)

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Episode 379

Colette discusses about how the doshas impact our relationships, whether it’s a relationship with a significant other, with family members, friends, or pets. Understanding your doshic makeup and the doshic makeup of those you're in relationship with will enhance connection, compassion and harmony in your relationships. 

Colette covers the following in this episode:

• The basics of each dosha type of vata, pitta and kapha.
• The tendencies of each dosha.
• Each doshas dynamics in relationship.
• Tips to enhance compatibility between the doshas.
• Bringing in dosha balancing practices into your relationship to promote connection.

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Episode 378

Vaidya Sheena Sooraj is Kerala Ayurveda USA’s Chief Clinical Officer and a core faculty member. She is an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner from Kerala, India. Coming from a family with a strong Ayurvedic background, she developed her passion for Ayurveda at a young age, as her grandfather was a well-known Ayurvedic physician and astrologer. She is an active advocate of Ayurveda and is an experienced public speaker. Her objective is to guide her clients to achieve health naturally and continually add value to her profession through initiative, innovation, and experience.

Colette chats with Vaidya Sheena about the perimenopause phase of life and how Ayurveda can help navigate this stage with ease. They discuss the following:

• How Ayurveda views this transition of perimenopause.
• The specific dosha-related changes during this phase.
• How our prakriti (unique constitution) and vikriti (current imbalance) influences the perimenopausal experience.
• Tips to bring balance...

Episode 377

Kapha season is considered to be late winter and spring in Ayurveda, however, it’s best to think of the qualities of the season as this is what determines whether it’s kapha season. It’s when there’s cooler temperatures, the ground is saturated with rain or melting snow and the air is heavy with humidity.

Having the understanding and awareness of the qualities which are present in our natural environment and our body/mind can help guide us in our food and lifestyle choices which can in turn prevent imbalances and illness.

Some signs of excess kapha dosha are:

• Colds, coughs, flu, allergies with mucus and congestion
• Agni mandya (slow digestion)
• Feeling heavy and sluggish after eating
• Water retention
• Weight gain
• Lethargy and oversleeping
• Inertia or lack of motivation
• Slowness in all activities
• Foggy mind
• Feeling sad or depressed
• Withdrawing from social activities.

In this episode Colette gives Ayurvedic tips on how to navigate this season to...

Episode 376

Anuradha Gupta completed the Ayurvedic Doctor program with Kerala Ayurveda, where she is a guest faculty, content specialist and Ayurvedic Practitioner student mentor. She is also an Engineer, MBA, 200 Hr Yoga teacher and social Justice advocate.

Ashish Pandya is an Ayurveda expert and has helped in its revival in the West, under the guidance of Gurudev, Founder of Art of Living and as VP of education at Shankara Inc. He is a certified Art of Living teacher and has transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people.

They discuss their new book with Colette, Unveiling Health, Happiness and Longevity - A Primer on Ayurveda and they cover the following topics:

• The goal Anuradha and Ashish had for writing this primer on Ayurveda.
• Why health, happiness and longevity are so important to our wellbeing.
• How Ayurveda defines wellbeing.
• The six components of holistic health and how they contribute to leading a balanced life:
  1. physical fitness
  2. emotional health
  3. ...

Episode 375

A “glow-up” is a term used to describe a significant transformation, typically in physical appearance. In this episode Colette emphasizes the benefits of a holistic glow-up which can be achieved with Ayurveda.

With a holistic Ayurvedic glow-up you’ll feel the benefits on a physical, mental and emotional level along with increased awareness, confidence and empowerment. You’ll be radiating health and good vibes by balancing your inner and outer health through holistic practices.

In this episode Colette discusses the following:

• Glow-Up transformation starts with inner cleansing.
• Strengthening the agni (digestive fire).
• Morning and evening routines.
• Restorative sleep.
• Glow enhancing self-care routines.
• Skin and hair health.
• Glow-Up your home.

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Episode 374

Vaidya Jayarajan Kodikannath aka Dr. J represents a lineage of Ayurveda Practitioners from Kerala, India. He is the CEO and Academy Director of Kerala Ayurveda (USA). 

Colette chats with Dr. J about long Covid and they discuss the following:

• What is long Covid.
• How the symptoms of long Covid vary from respiratory to neurological and can also affect the circulatory and cardiovascular system.
• Why the strength of our ojas is important for our immunity.
• Ayurveda's holistic treatment protocol for long Covid.
• Why our daily inputs and rhythms are very important for our health and wellbeing. 

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Episode 373

I'm answering the following questions from the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community:

1. Nancy: I just can’t seem to kick this sluggish feeling for the past couple of months. I feel so tired and my mind feels slow too. I would appreciate any tips you may have Colette.

2. Elaine: I have reoccurring sinus infections and I’m trying to avoid taking antibiotics. What can I do to heal my body and prevent this from reoccurring?

3. Anna: I have been noticing that my memory is not as sharp lately and I’m concerned. I’m wondering if you can provide any Ayurvedic tips to help improve my memory?

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Episode 372

Mano vaha srotas is the channel responsible for the mind and mental functions. This mind channel governs mental functions like cognition, memory, sensory perception, thought processes, emotions, and imagination.

Mano vaha srotas bridges the mind, body, and spirit by taking in experiences from the physical world via the senses and allowing the mind to interpret sensory input from the body and turn it into meaningful thoughts, responses, and emotions. By processing sensory experiences, mano vaha srotas helps cultivate awareness and enrich our spiritual understanding.

Colette discusses the following in this episode:

• The functions of mano vaha srotas.
• Signs and symptoms of aggravation.
• Disorders which can manifest in the mind channel which can span from anxiety and depression to more complex psychological and neurological conditions.
• Possible causes of aggravation in the mind channel.
• Ayurvedic approach to managing mano vaha srotas disorders.
• Tips to maintain...

Episode 371 

Dr. Nammy Patel was one of the first people to put forth the movement to bring eco consciousness into the dental world. She specializes in Green Dentistry, a holistic, functional Ayurvedic approach to dentistry.

In this episode Colette chats with Dr. Patel about the following:

• Dr. Patel's passion for Ayurveda and holistic green dentistry.
• The vital connection between dental health and whole-body health.
• Why mouth breathing is so problematic for our health.
• The ideal morning and evening dental routine.
• A sample experience in Dr. Patel's holistic practice.
• Dr. Patel's view on braces, Invisalign, mouth guards, mercury fillings, charcoal and root canal treatments.
• Why the critical years for dental healthcare are from 40+.

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