Understanding Ayurvedic Tongue Diagnosis
Episode 367
Tongue diagnosis is a very important diagnostic technique in Ayurveda. The tongue is like a map of your body, with different areas of the tongue representing different organs. The size and shape of your tongue depends on your doshic makeup and the tongue is a reflection of your internal physical, mental and emotional health.
In this episode Colette covers the following:
- Signs of a healthy tongue.
- How your doshas determine the size and shape of your tongue.
- Understanding the map of organs on your tongue.
- Signs of imbalance on your tongue.
- How to take care of your tongue.
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Imbalances in the Purisha Vaha Srotas (Bowel Channel)
Episode 366
Purisha vaha srotas is the channel that is in charge of the storage and excretion of solid waste and other toxins out of the body. This channel also absorbs liquid, minerals, vitamins and electrolytes.
In this episode Colette discusses the following:
- Signs and symptoms of aggravation in purisha vaha srotas.
- Disorders which can manifest such as IBS, diverticulitis, colitis and Crohn’s disease.
- Possible causes of aggravation in the bowel channel.
- Ayurvedic approach to managing these disorders and preventative steps.
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Ayurveda and Longevity with Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh
Episode 365
Avanti Kumar-Singh, MD, is an internationally recognized Ayurveda and integrative medicine practitioner, a certified yoga therapist, and a former ER doctor. Her approach brings together Western medicine with the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda from her South Asian lineage.
Colette chats with Dr. Avanti about her new book The Longevity Formula and they discuss the following:
- Dr. Avanti's personal health struggles while writing her new book.
- Understanding longevity.
- The view of ageing in the West.
- The mechanisms of ageing.
- Dr. Avanti's longevity formula to help us live better and longer.
- Three tips to implement today to support your longevity.
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Imbalances in the Artava and Shukra Vaha Srotas (Reproductive Channels)
Episode 364
Artava Vaha Srotas is the channel carrying nutrients for the female reproductive tissue, the ova or eggs and Shukra vaha srotas is the channel carrying nutrition for the male reproductive tissue, the sperm.
In this episode Colette covers the following:
- Signs and symptoms of aggravation in these channels.
- Disorders which can manifest e.g. PCOS, endometriosis, fertility issues for women and for men disorders such as low sperm count, sexual disfunction and infertility.
- Possible causes of aggravation
- Ayurvedic approach to managing these disorders.
- Preventative tips to help you maintain balance in these channels.
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Ayurvedic Analysis of Nail Health
Episode 363
In Ayurveda, nails are seen as an important diagnostic tool because they reflect the inner health of the body. Imbalances in the doshas (vata, pitta, kapha) can manifest as various nail conditions, each indicating underlying health issues. In this episode Colette discusses the following:
- The relationship between our nails and our bone tissue, asthi dhatu.
- Common nail conditions and their corresponding doshic imbalances.
- Ayurvedic holistic approach to managing nail health.
- How to protect your nails and prevent imbalances.
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Imbalances in the Majja Vaha Srotas (Nervous System Channel)
Episode 362
Majja vaha srotas is the channel carrying nutrition for the bone marrow and nerve tissue. The most important function of majja vaha srotas is communication, including both motor and sensory responses for our five senses.
In this episode Colette discusses the following:
- Signs and symptoms of aggravation in majja vaha srotas.
- Disorders which can manifest e.g. Multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease
- Possible causes of aggravation in the nervous system channel.
- Ayurvedic approach to managing these disorders and preventative steps.
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Menstrual Cycle Disorders with Dr. Sujatha Kekada
Episode 361
Dr. Sujatha Kekada is the Head Physician and Co-Founder of AmrtaSiddhi Ayurvedic Clinic in Ubud, Bali. In this episode Dr. Sujatha talks with Colette about common menstrual cycle disorders and the possible causes of these disorders, the holistic treatment recommended and how to prevent these disorders with diet, lifestyle and self-care practices. They discuss the following:
- Signs of a healthy menstrual cycle.
- Common menstrual cycle disorders:
- Amenorrhea - lack of a period
- Menorrhagia - heavy periods
- Dysmenorrhea - painful periods
- Ayurvedic protocol for treatment of these disorders.
- Ayurvedic herbs which are beneficial for the menstrual cycle.
- Holistic diet, lifestyle and self-care practices to prevent imbalances.
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Imbalances in the Asthi Vaha Srotas (Bone Channel)
Episode 360
Ashti vaha srotas is the channel carrying nutrition for the bone tissue. It is responsible for structure and support in the body and the protection of vital organs like the brain.
In this episode Colette discusses the following:
- Signs and symptoms of aggravation in asthi vaha srotas.
- Disorders which can manifest e.g. osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis.
- Possible causes of aggravation in the bone channel.
- The inverse relationship between bone tissue and the vata dosha.
- Ayurvedic approach to managing these disorders and preventative steps.
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Vedic Meditation with Jillian Lavender and Michael Miller
Episode 359
Jillian Lavender and Michael Miller are renowned Vedic Meditation teachers and Co-Founders of the London Meditation Centre and New York Meditation Center. They have been practicing meditation for 30+ years and have taught thousands of people across the globe.
Colette chats with Jillian and Michael about the ancient practice of Vedic meditation and they discuss the following:
- Their individual life journey to discovering meditation.
- The science behind the ancient practice of Vedic meditation.
- The process of Vedic meditation training.
- How meditation can help us on our journey of self-discovery.
- Tips for those who are new to meditation.
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Plant Consciousness and Vedic Agriculture with Vaidya Jayarajan
Episode 358
Vaidya Jayarajan Kodikannath is a visionary, a classically trained Ayurveda doctor and an accomplished teacher representing a lineage of Ayurveda Practitioners from Kerala, India. He is the CEO and Academy Director of Kerala Ayurveda (USA) and is the President of NAMA, the National Ayurveda Medical Association in the US.
Colette talks with Dr. J about plant consciousness and Vedic agriculture and they discuss the following:
- Dr. J's early experiences with Vedic farming.
- Understanding plant consciousness.
- Vedic farming guidelines in the Ayurvedic texts.
- Moving forward with technological advances and respecting ancient wisdom.
- The principles of Vedic agriculture.
- Why building awareness is so vital for our and the planet's future wellbeing.
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