The Elements of Ayurveda Podcast
Empowering you to take charge of your health and wellbeing
Ayurveda, the ancient healing tradition of India, translates to “Wisdom of Life.” It offers a holistic approach to naturally restore balance, support body and mind, and prevent dis-ease. More than a guide to health, Ayurveda is a blueprint for living, a manual for life that most of us never received.
On this podcast, Colette shares the teachings of Ayurveda, Yoga, and holistic health, along with practical tips to bring these principles into your everyday life. She interviews inspiring guests and explores a wide range of wellness topics, all with the goal of helping you reconnect with your true nature and the rhythms of the natural world.
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Episode 139: Supporting Generation Z with Amy Wheeler
Generation Z are between the ages of 10-25 years and are in their formative years of school/college/early working years where they’re learning about the world, shaping their values and worldview.
Episode 138: Ayurveda & the Paleo Diet with Akil Palanisamy, MD
The Paleovedic Diet is the name of Dr. Akil’s book in which he combines the core principles of Paleo with the science of Ayurveda
Episode 137: Ayurveda and Fertility with Heather Grzych
Colette chats with Heather Grzych about her new book The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility
Episode 136: Self-Transformation is Global Transformation with Vaidya Jayarajan Kodikannath
Colette chats with Vaidya Jayarajan Kodikannath about the current protests in the US (and worldwide in support) demanding an end to systemic racism and demanding fundamental human rights for all.
Episode 135: Yamas & Niyamas with Amy Wheeler
The Yamas & Niyamas are moral codes or right ways of living that originate from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. The Yoga Sutras are a guide on how to live in order to lead a conscious, spiritual life.
Episode 134: Ayurveda & Menopause with Dr. Sujatha Kekada
In the West, menopause is often perceived as this dreaded event in a woman’s life. A time of uncontrollable symptoms which can result in hormonal imbalances, hot flashes, mood swings, etc
Episode 133: Ayurveda Q&A
Colette answers questions submitted by the Elements community and the various topics covered
Episode 132: The Critical Role of the Gallbladder with Dr. Teitelbaum
The gallbladder is a little pear-shaped pouch which is often overlooked, however, in this episode Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum explains the importance of the gallbladder and how it can be the hidden culprit in many illnesses
Episode 131: The Polyvagal Theory & the Gunas with Marlysa Sullivan
Colette chats with Marlysa Sullivan about the Polyvagal Theory and Marlysa describes the three neural platforms and five global states of the autonomic nervous system according to this theory.
Episode 130: The Mind & the Immune System with AD Victor Briere
Our mental health has a big impact on our immunity and in this episode Colette chats with Ayurvedic Doctor Victor Briere
Episode 129: Respiratory Health with Dr. Sujatha Kekada
Dr. Sujatha Kekada of the Amrtasiddhi Ayurvedic Clinic in Ubud, Bali chats with Colette about respiratory health.
Episode 128: Emotional Rollercoaster with Amy Wheeler
Amy and I discuss the rollercoaster of emotions, reactions and needs during this time of home confinement with Covid-19.
Episode 127: Sound Medicine with Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary
Colette chats with Dr. Kulreet Chaudhary about her new book Sound Medicine: How to use the ancient science of sound to heal the body and mind.
Episode 126: Natural Ayurvedic Pain Relievers
Ayurveda offers some wonderful tips on natural pain relievers made with ingredients that you may already have in your home! Colette reached out to the Elements of Ayurveda podcast Facebook group to see what type of pain they wanted natural relief for
Episode 125: Coping with Challenging Times with Amy Wheeler
Colette and Amy discuss the current upheaval that this virus has caused in our lives and the world.
Episode 124: Autoimmune Disorders with Dr. Sujatha
In this episode Colette talks with Dr. Sujatha of the Amrtasiddhi Ayurvedic Clinic in Bali about autoimmune disorders. A condition where the immune system mistakenly attacks the body and wrongfully identifies healthy cells/tissues as a foreign invader.
Episode 123: Fear with Amy Wheeler
Fear is an emotional response due to a real or perceived threat. Our brain is hardwired for fear and it’s part of normal brain function. It kept our ancestors alive when they had to hunt for their food.
Episode 122: Ayurvedic Ritucharya – Guidelines for the Seasons
Ayurveda teaches us the importance of seasonal regimes to assist us in maintaining balance and preventing dis-ease during the change of the seasons, when the changes in weather can have a huge impact on us physically and mentally.
Episode 121: Ayurveda Q&A – Dreams, Tongue Diagnosis & Immunity
Colette answers the following questions from members of the Elements community
Episode 120: Ayurvedic Medicine on Environmental Issues & Dharma
Acharya Shunya is an internationally recognised lineage-based spiritual teacher who awakens health and consciousness with Vedic spiritual teachings and Ayurveda lifestyle.
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