The Elements of Ayurveda Podcast

Episode 177

Transgression of wisdom or Pragnyaparadha is one of the three main causes of disease according to Ayurveda. This translates to 'crimes against wisdom', where we go against what we know is good for our holistic health. 

In this episode, Colette chats with Kyle who has experienced this in his journey with Ayurveda. After completing a couple of Digestive Reset Cleanses, he found himself reverting back to old habits that didn't serve him. They talk about the experience during the cleanse and life post-cleanse.

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Episode #176

Divya Alter, owner of Divya's Kitchen an Ayurvedic restaurant in NYC and Bhagavat Life, the only Ayurvedic culinary school in Manhattan returns to chat about cleansing for Spring. We discuss the following: 

• Why Ayurveda recommends cleansing the body at regular intervals and particularly at the joint of the seasons.
• The four types of toxins according to Ayurveda.
• What foods/spices/herbs can help to cleanse the body.
• Divya's favourite Spring cleansing dishes.

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Episode 175

Colette chats with Ishani and Laura about their Ayurvedic healing journey. They discuss the following:

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Episode 158

Ayurveda teaches us that there are 20 gunas/qualities and these qualities are the polarities of all the forces in the universe and everything in the universe can be defined by these qualities. They are put into 10 pairs of opposites:

1. Heavy/Light
2. Dull/Sharp
3. Cold/Hot
4. Oily/Dry
5. Smooth/Rough
6. Dense/Liquid
7. Soft/Hard
8. Static/Mobile
9. Gross/Subtle
10. Cloudy/Clear

 The Ayurvedic healing system is based on these 10 pairs of opposites and the principle that ‘Like increases Like and Opposites Pacify.' 

In this episode, Colette will discuss in detail each guna and how the pairs of opposites can work to pacify each other to restore balance to the body and mind.

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Episode 154

Colette takes questions from the Elements community and covers topics such as:

• How to pacify a Vata/Kapha constitution during changing climate conditions.
• Daily routines to help keep a Vata/Pitta dosha organised.
• Post-menopausal cysts.
• Balancing multiple doshas at once.
• Why the body may reject supplements.

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Episode 152

Colette chats with regular guest Amy Wheeler about grounding the Vata energy during this Vata-aggravating energy right now, with the transition of the seasons, Covid virus, climate crisis etc.

They also discuss the importance of connection, particularly the connection to your ‘true nature’, to Mother Nature and in your relationships. Colette and Amy cover the following topics:

• How the current climate affects our mental health.
• Staying grounded and connected during this confusion in the world and in nature.
• How aggravated Vata can result in feelings of loneliness, isolation, fear, worry, anxiety etc.
• How to calm and ground the Vata dosha. 
• The importance of the unctuous quality for the Vata dosha.
• The power of creativity for grounding Vata.
• The healing power of Mother Nature.

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Episode 150

Colette talks about the decline of the Pitta fire energy at the end of the Pitta stage of life. This declining Pitta energy can result in a decline in drive, competitive spirit, intensity and ambition and it can be a challenging time for many people if they’re not aware of what’s happening in their body and mind.

Ayurveda teaches us about the life cycles and how the energies of Vata, Pitta and Kapha can rise and fall during our life cycle affecting our own unique doshas. It’s important to understand this process so we can flow with these transitions, maintain balance and enjoy these cycles rather than struggle through them.

Episode 146

Colette has invited two clients to share their personal Ayurvedic experience. Becky and Jennica talk to Colette about their Ayurvedic journey, they discuss the following:

• How they discovered Ayurveda.
• Their personal experience on their Ayurvedic healing journey. 
• How Ayurveda has impacted their life, personally and professionally.
• Becky and Jennica share insights & tips from their journey.

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Episode 141

Colette takes questions from the Elements community and discusses the following topics:

• Sleep issues & the Vata dosha.
• The top 5 Ayurvedic food principles to prevent allergies.
• High blood pressure & cholesterol.
• The Ayurvedic view on bread.
• How altitude affects the doshas.
• Ayurvedic view on the Wim Hof breathing method. 
• Snacking between meals.
• Topical relief for eczema itching.

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Listen to the other episodes mentioned

• #8 Ayurveda & The Circadian Rhythms
• #26 What do I Eat? Ayurvedic Nutrition, Tastes & Food Combining
• #92 Ayurvedic Nutrition of the Dhatus
• #133 Ayurvedic Q&A – Allergies

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Episode 134

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.

However, Ayurveda has a different perspective and gives guidelines on how to remain in balance and experience an empowering transition into the wisdom stage of life!

Colette chats with Dr. Sujatha about this Ayurvedic wisdom and they cover the following topics:

• The Pitta stage of life and the menstrual cycle.
• Ayurvedic view of perimenopause and menopause.
• What happens to the body during the menstrual and menopausal cycles.
• Ayurvedic guidelines for maintaining balance during the menstrual cycle.
• How aggravated doshas affect menopause.
• Guidelines for approaching menopause to help you experience a balanced and empowering transition into the wisdom stage of life!

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