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Ayurvedic Perspective on Eating Disorders with Dr. Sujatha Kekada - 341

Release Date: 05/23/2024

Imbalances in the Purisha Vaha Srotas (Bowel Channel) - 366

Elements of Ayurveda Podcast

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. * Thanks to Kerala Ayurveda Academy for sponsoring this episode. For a...

Ayurveda and Longevity with Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh - 365

Elements of Ayurveda Podcast

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...

Imbalances in the Artava and Shukra Vaha Srotas (Reproductive Channels) - 364

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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...

Ayurvedic Analysis of Nail Health - 363

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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. * * Visit Colette's website Have questions before you...

Imbalances in the Majja Vaha Srotas (Nervous System Channel) - 362

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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. * Thanks to Kerala Ayurveda Academy...

Menstrual Cycle Disorders with Dr. Sujatha Kekada - 361

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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....

Imbalances in the Asthi Vaha Srotas (Bone Channel) - 360

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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. * Thanks to Kerala Ayurveda...

Vedic Meditation with Jillian Lavender and Michael Miller - 359

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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...

Plant Consciousness and Vedic Agriculture with Vaidya Jayarajan - 358

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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...

Karen's Life-Changing Ayurvedic Experience - 357

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Karen suffered from lifelong allergies and had consulted with many specialists and as a result was supplied with inhalers, nasal cleanses and allergy medication to help relieve her allergy symptoms. She explains how after her first Digestive Reset Cleanse with me in 2023 the root of her allergy symptoms was healed and she no longer needed daily allergy medicine. In July of this year Karen wanted to support her body in transitioning off birth control and reached out to see what the best course of action would be as she was told by professionals that it would not be an easy transition. I...

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Dr. Sujatha Kekada is the Head Physician and Co-Founder of AmrtaSiddhi Ayurvedic Clinic in Ubud, Bali and is a regular guest on the podcast. In this episode Colette discusses eating disorders with Dr. Sujatha and she shares the Ayurvedic perspective. They discuss the following:

The eating and agni tendencies of vata, pitta and kapha dosha.
What role the mind and the mental gunas of rajas and tamas play in disordered eating.
Why living a Sattvic life connected to Buddhi is important.
The long term physical and mental effect of eating disorders.
The Ayurvedic protocol for treating disordered eating.
Tips for helping loved ones with an eating disorder.

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