To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) Motherhood is the most transformative journey in a woman’s life both physically and mentally, this requires preparations months in advance. But in most pregnancy cases aren’t planned , and this could immensely affect the postpartum life of the mother, leading to multiple condition...
Dec 04, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 199
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) Panchakarma is an ancient Ayurvedic detoxification and rejuvenation process that gives the body the opportunity to release toxins and restore balance. This episode highlights the gradual healing process of Panchakarma, from the essential preparation to the recovery back into the d...
Nov 27, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 198
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Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 197
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) Governed by the Ether and Air Elements, the ability to move you and forward is taken care of by Vata . This episode can help you understand Vata, how it functions in your body, mind and gut, and more importantly how to take care of it to ensure long-term vitality. Tune In! Topic...
Nov 13, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 196
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) Governed by the Fire and Water elements, Pitta is responsible for transforming energy and driving progress in both body and mind. This episode offers a concise understanding of Pitta, its functions in your body, mind, and gut, and, most importantly, how to nurture it for long-te...
Nov 06, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 195
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj decodes what Kapha is, and how it shows up in our body, mind and gut. This episode is your quick guide to everything Kapha - the good, the bad, the do(s) and the don’t(s)! Topics Covered in this Episode: What is Kapha? Understanding good Kapha ...
Oct 30, 2024•14 min•Season 1Ep. 194
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) This episode addresses the most famous topic when it comes to Ayurveda, Doshas. Every patient is obsessed about finding out their dominant dosha to connect their problems and body type issues with. In this episode, Dr Vignesh puts this obsession under a microscope and breaks dow...
Oct 23, 2024•22 min•Season 1Ep. 193
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) In the previous episode, we explored how embracing the mindset of having chosen your life can be a powerful tool for navigating challenges. This naturally raises the question: Does accepting my circumstances mean I have no power to change them? In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devra...
Oct 16, 2024•6 min•Season 1Ep. 192
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) When a patient walks in with a difficult diagnosis, the first question they ask is, “Why me, doctor? No amount of conversation or answers seem sufficient in this situation to help them move beyond this question. The irony of the situation is that healing happens only when you mo...
Oct 09, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 191
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) In the wellness industry today, "rejuvenation" is a buzzword that often gets thrown around. However, this is a limited and somewhat lazy translation of what the Ayurvedic concept of Rasaayana truly stands for. Rasaayana is a special branch of Ayurveda, and it goes far beyond the...
Oct 02, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 190
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj delves into the Ayurvedic concept of Agni, the inner fire that governs transformation within the body and mind. Agni isn't just about digestion; it's also the force that helps you metabolize food, emotions, and thoughts. When your Agni is bala...
Sep 25, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 189
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) Are Allopathy and Ayurveda really at odds with each other or are we overlooking how they can wonderfully complement each other? In this episode, Dr Vignesh and Nisha Khanna talk about how the current world needs practitioners who can truly guide the patients on their healing journ...
Sep 18, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 188
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj and Kris Gopalakrishnan explore the future of longevity, focusing on the intersection of modern research and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom. As the quest to extend life spans continues, understanding how to preserve brain health and combat neurodegene...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 187
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) In the day and age where Data is the new superpower, it’s also the new poison. The abundance of knowledge available online is more like an overpowering echo from fear mongers who gain from our lack of understanding. When you find disconnected answers online, your mind operates thr...
Sep 04, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 186
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj dives into the Ayurvedic concept of Āma, often referred to as the hidden toxins within our bodies. Āma is more than just a by-product of poor digestion; it is a key contributor in the onset of pain and disease. This episode explores how Āma forms...
Aug 28, 2024•11 min•Season 1Ep. 185
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) Given today's dietary habits and sedentary lifestyles, it's no wonder that many people struggle with unsatisfying bowel movements. However, the real issue arises when these symptoms are mistakenly diagnosed as constipation. In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj dives into the commonl...
Aug 21, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 184
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) While we focus so much on how our face looks, we seem to be overlooking how it feels. The eastern sciences constantly remind us that how we look is a direct reflection of what emotions our face is storing. In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj and Mariko Hiyama explore how face refle...
Aug 14, 2024•31 min•Season 1Ep. 183
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) In the 21st Century where everything is transforming at the speed of light, have you wondered how Ayurveda stands the test of time? Ayurveda, which translates from Sanskrit to "knowledge of life", is one of the oldest holistic medical systems in existence. The core concept of Ayur...
Aug 07, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 182
To receive a free written summary of the podcast, sign up for our newsletter here. (Or copy paste this link in your browser: https://vigneshdevraj.com/#:~:text=of%20future%20generations.-,SUBSCRIBE,-TO%20RECEIVED%20A ) What if we told you that a menstruation cycle should ideally last a couple of days and be pain-free? Shocking, right? Period cycles and PMS have always been seen like a curse for the women going through it. But when armed with the right information, this can change. Tune int...
Jul 31, 2024•26 min•Season 1Ep. 181
It’s interesting to note how patients walk in and say in full seriousness that they have a thyroid and don’t know what to do. With a steep rise in diagnosis, thyroid has become synonymous with a thyroid disorder. But how many of us truly know what the function of a thyroid gland actually is, why the imbalances occur and how to reverse it? In today’s episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj and Dr Alka explore all these questions to understand the condition better. Topics discussed in this episode are: Why do ...
Jul 24, 2024•58 min•Season 1Ep. 180
If you are active in the wellness space, you would have definitely come across the concept of inner child healing and the adverse effects of childhood trauma. While healing from their own childhood baggage, most new parents are also struggling to ensure they do not repeat the same patterns of what was done to them. But what exactly should a parent do or not do? In this episode, Dr Vignesh is interviewing Swati Jagdish on what exactly conscious parenting is. Together, they explore how to build re...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 179
Burnout is not at all about working too hard, it is actually rooted in conflict of values and difficulty integrating with the ecosystem you are part of. You are, in essence, doing the wrong thing at the wrong place. Understanding this is the first step towards coming out of burn out, followed by setting up a routine, deep rest and nourishment. In today’s episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj deep dives into understanding what burnout is and how to recover from it. Tune in to know more. The topics discussed...
Jul 10, 2024•20 min•Season 1Ep. 178
In today’s episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj talks about the importance of creating mental health awareness for men. It is a commonly seen phenomenon that most conversations around physical health, mental health and holistic practices are more popular among women, than men. While women are naturally more conscious about their health, men seem to be missing the call to action. In this episode, Dr Vignesh shares his thoughts on why this is happening and how we can create a change. The topics discussed in...
Jul 03, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 177
In today’s episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Effath Yasmin , a biodynamic craniosacral therapist, lactation consultant and a Bach Flower Practitioner. While tracing her own journey that helped her in identifying her calling, this episode explores the amount of misinformation, lack of awareness and support system that young mothers face in their breastfeeding journey. We also deep dive into understanding each of these modalities to know how they can help and support mothers in their jour...
Jun 26, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 176
In today’s episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj talks about a highly underrated, but the most critical skill needed in the 21st century - Emotional Intelligence. To be able to understand what emotional intelligence is, and how to develop it, the episode dives into understanding what emotions actually are, and why we need emotional intelligence. The topics discussed in this episode are: What are emotions? Where do we go wrong when it comes to emotional regulation? What is emotional intelligence? The connec...
Jun 19, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 175
In today’s episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj addresses the common issue of constant nose blockage. Although seemingly harmless, this condition affects a lot of people, leading to sleepless nights, tired mornings and fatigue. If you have a dependency on nasal sprays to breathe freely, this episode can help you understand how to reverse this condition through nutrition, exercise and treatments. The topics discussed in this episode are: What causes blocked nose? Foods that increase mucus production Therap...
Jun 12, 2024•10 min•Season 1Ep. 174
In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Ashish Jaiswal, an educationist and the author of True Dummy, Fluid and How to Reform a Business School. Together, they explore the flaws in our current education model that deters children from being curious, scares them of failure and lacks the possibility for exploring. The episode also explores what it means to be an educated mind, the need for holistic growth and how the future will possibly look like. The topics discussed in this podcast ...
Jun 05, 2024•46 min•Season 1Ep. 173
In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Dr John Demartini, a human behavior expert and internationally published author on the concept of human value system. Together, they dive deep into understanding the origin of our values systems, the impact of it on our actions and decode how to make new associations to design a better life. The topics discussed in this podcast are: What is a value system? What is the origin of our value systems? Can we reprogram our value system to design a be...
May 29, 2024•55 min•Season 1Ep. 172
In today’s episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj breaks down the myth around the most popular Ayurvedic suggestion - Should you only drink hot water according to Ayurveda? If you enjoy a glass of chill water once in a while, and are worried about doing it, check out the podcast to know our perspective. The topics discussed in this episode are: Does Ayurveda suggest drinking only hot water? Benefits of hot water Is drinking chilled water okay? When does chilled water cause issues? How much water should you ...
May 22, 2024•17 min•Season 1Ep. 171
In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Pooja Ajwani, an integrative nutritionist who guides women to naturally balance their hormones with the right food, supplements, rest and emotional well-being. In this episode, we discuss one of the most intriguing chapters in a woman’s life cycle - Menopause. The topics discussed in this podcast are: Understanding Menopause Charting a timeline of different phases in a women’s life cycle Symptoms of Peri-menopause and Menopause Practices that c...
May 15, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 170
