The Elements of Ayurveda Podcast

Episode 370

Sweda vaha srotas or the sweat channel is responsible for the elimination of liquid waste, perspiration and lubrication as sweat is an oily liquid substance. The sweat channel also helps to maintain moisture under the skin, maintain body temperature, strengthen the hair roots and in the protection of the body. 

Colette discusses the following in this episode:

• The functions of sweda vaha srotas.
• Signs and symptoms of aggravation.
• Disorders which can manifest in the sweat channel like excessive sweating, reduced or inability to sweat, irregular sweating patterns, swelling and skin conditions.
• Possible causes of imbalances in this channel.
• Holistic Ayurvedic approach to healing imbalances.
• Tips to prevent imbalances in sweda vaha srotas.

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Episode 369

Jeanette was experiencing a time of great change in her life and she was also dealing with a lot of health challenges. She was seeking healing and guidance and in her search for answers she came across Ayurveda. 

In this episode Jeanette shares her journey with Ayurveda and how the cleansing process not only healed her imbalances but also allowed her to slow down and tune inward. As she continues on her new life path, Jeanette does so with a grounded sense of clarity and confidence in her decisions. 

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Episode 368 

The urinary channel or mutra vaha srotas is responsible for the production of urine, storage and elimination of excess liquids and toxins, regulation of body temperature and maintenance of the water-electrolyte balance.

In this episode Colette looks at the imbalances and disorders which can occur in this channel and she covers the following:

• Signs and Symptoms of aggravation of mutra vaha srotas.
• Disorders which can manifest in this channel including urinary tract infections, urinary retention, incontinence and various problems with urination.
• Possible causes of aggravation in the urinary channel.
• The holistic Ayurvedic approach to managing disorders and preventative tips.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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