Colette continues the conversation from episode #158 'Focus On The Gunas, Not The Doshas'. In this episode she talks about the gunas/qualities in vegetables and how they affect the qualities/doshas in our constitution. Colette covers the following groups of vegetables: Root vegetables Cruciferous vegetables Bitter leafy green vegetables Nightshades Understanding the gunas/qualities in vegetables will give you confidence in choosing the right vegetables to pacify the qualities you're feeling in y...
Nov 19, 2020•19 min•Ep. 159
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: Heavy/Light Dull/Sharp Cold/Hot Oily/Dry Smooth/Rough Dense/Liquid Soft/Hard Static/Mobile Gross/Subtle 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 episo...
Nov 12, 2020•43 min•Ep. 158
Laura Plumb is the author of the bestseller 'Ayurveda Cooking for Beginners, an Ayurvedic cookbook to balance and heal'. Laura helps us to simplify Ayurveda cooking and we discuss the following: Five steps to Ayurvedic eating. Choosing your food by tuning into the qualities/gunas in your body, your mind, your environment etc. Understanding how to choose foods for dual-doshas or tridoshic constitutions. Questions from the Elements community: Best tip for making a meal fast and convenient. Best fo...
Nov 05, 2020•58 min•Ep. 157
Colette chats with regular guest, Amy Wheeler about the importance of accepting change, especially when it comes to dealing with our current challenging situations in the world. Acceptance not only relieves the emotion around the changing situation, but it also can bring clarity. They discuss the following: How to accept the changes happening in our world today. The uncertainty around the 'new normal'. Accepting the emotions that come with change. How acceptance can help bring clarity. Understan...
Oct 29, 2020•56 min•Ep. 156
Ayurvedic Doctor Madison Madden wrote a wonderful article titled ‘Ancient Wisdom in the Age of Global Pandemics: Getting to the Root of it with Ayurveda.' In the article Madison laid out the scene in our world currently…. “In a time when we are wrestling with a global health pandemic, climate catastrophe, and seemingly every other manner of human-induced hardship. Ayurveda understands all of these 'symptoms' as fundamentally interrelated.” Colette and Madison discuss this article in detail and c...
Oct 22, 2020•56 min•Ep. 155
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. Thank you to Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode. Banyan Botanicals Tooth Powder cleans and freshens the mouth with key ingredients that include charcoal and miswak, a traditional Ay...
Oct 15, 2020•40 min•Ep. 154
The pineal gland is a pea-sized gland shaped like a pine cone. It's located in the brain near the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus. Colette chats with Dr. Sujatha about these small but very important glands. They discuss the following: What is the pineal gland. The relationship between the pineal & pituitary glands & the chakras. The concept of the 3rd eye. Moving from the grounded chakras to the more subtle chakras. Melatonin & the Circadian rhythms. Calcification of the pineal ...
Oct 08, 2020•47 min•Ep. 153
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...
Oct 01, 2020•55 min•Ep. 152
Ayurveda explains that diabetes is not a single disease but a complex syndrome which is much more than an increase in blood sugar. According to Ayurveda, the body expresses different stages of diabetes. Colette chats with Vaidya Jayarajan Kodikannath of Kerala Ayurveda Academy about the followings: The stages and expressions of diabetes in the body The various reasons for diabetes How undigested emotions and trauma can play a role in diabetes Ayurvedic management of diabetes Ayurvedic tips and h...
Sep 24, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 151
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 unders...
Sep 17, 2020•33 min•Ep. 150
Agni is the fire element in the body and it governs the transformation of food and sensations into energy. This fire element is present in all the dhatus or tissues of the body and it's the awareness in each cell of the body. Colette chats with Ayurvedic Doctor Victor Briere about the following: What is agni. The relationship between agni and the dhatus (tissues). The important role of agni for our physical and mental health. The refinement process of the dhatus. The effect of emotional stress o...
Sep 10, 2020•59 min•Ep. 149
Amy Wheeler chats with Colette about the importance of compassionate and inclusive leadership in the world and particularly in the Yoga community, in which Amy is a leader. Amy is encouraging the Yoga community to embrace equality, inclusion and diversity. Colette and Amy discuss the following: How the Bhagavad Gita teaches us how to lead with compassion. The importance of self-reflection and working on our own internal battles in order to be a more compassionate leader. Being authentic and true...
Sep 03, 2020•51 min•Ep. 148
The strength of our immune system is of paramount importance right now given the Covid virus and the upcoming change of seasons which can negatively affect our immunity, often resulting in colds, flu, allergies etc. This is the time of year where we really need to take care of, maintain and nurture our immune system to make sure that's it's working optimally. In this episode, Colette discusses the following: What is the immune system. Understanding the connection between our immune system & ...
Aug 27, 2020•34 min•Ep. 147
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. Check out the Group Seasonal Digestive Reset Cleanse starting Sept 18th, 2020. Book a FREE 15 min Servic...
Aug 20, 2020•57 min•Ep. 146
Colette and Amy take the opportunity on this 3 year anniversary to chat about the following: Why Colette started the podcast. How Amy and Colette connected when they first met. The importance of humility. So Hum and flowing with life. Colette shares big moves in her life. Amy shares her experience with Covid confinement and reflects on the changes she's making in her life. Please share your thoughts on the podcast over on the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Facebook Group or email Colette on info@e...
Aug 13, 2020•46 min•Ep. 145
Ayurveda is a science of self-healing and this self-healing can lead to self-inquiry and self-realisation. Colette chats with Vaidya Anupama Kizhakkeveettil about Ayurveda’s teachings on self-realisation. They discuss the following: What is self-realisation. How can self-healing lead to self-realisation. How can self-realisation be beneficial for our health and wellbeing. How to start on the journey of self-realisation. The importance of teaching Ayurveda to children to help them manage the stre...
Aug 06, 2020•58 min•Ep. 144
Dr. Sujatha returns to the podcast to answer various questions on women's reproductive health. Colette asks Dr. Sujatha the following questions from the Elements community: The Ayurvedic view on cysts, fibroids & endometriosis. The cycle of the doshas during the menstrual cycle. How dosha aggravations can manifest during menstruation. Conditions that can affect the menstrual cycle: amenorrhea dysmenorrhea metrorrhagia Hormonal contraceptives Ayurvedic guidelines for a healthy menstrual cycle...
Jul 30, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 143
Dr. Vignesh Devraj is a 4th generation Ayurvedic healer and founder of Sitaram Beach Retreat in Kerala. He is also an international speaker on natural healing, Ayurveda, meditation and transformation. In this episode, Colette chats with Dr. Vignesh about men's health and in particular male fertility. They discuss the following: What male fertility problems Dr. Vignesh sees in his clinic. What dhatu/tissue is responsible for the production of sperm. Recognising the initial signs of aggravation in...
Jul 23, 2020•55 min•Ep. 142
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. Thank you to Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode. Listeners can save 20% on Tranquil Mind by visiting...
Jul 16, 2020•40 min•Ep. 141
Marlysa Sullivan is a physiotherapist and yoga therapist with over 15 years of experience working with people suffering with chronic pain conditions. She has researched Aristotle's concept of eudaimonic wellbeing and Yoga's spiritual wellbeing as a way to help restore a sense of wellbeing to the individual living with chronic pain. We discuss the following: How chronic pain affect a persons life. What is eudaimonic wellbeing and how can it help a person with chronic pain. Perceived social isolat...
Jul 09, 2020•48 min•Ep. 140
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. Amy, a college professor for the past 25 years, shares her concerns about this generation and the effect the current Covid crisis, protests against systemic racism etc. is having on the mental health of this generation. Colette and Amy discuss the following: How the current Covid crisis is affecting Gen...
Jul 02, 2020•51 min•Ep. 139
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. Colette discusses the following topics with Dr. Akil: Dr. Akil's personal healing journey with Ayurveda. What is the Paleo diet. Combining Paleo with the individualised approach of Ayurveda. The Paleovedic view on; Simple vs. complex carbs Good fats vs. bad fats Dairy Protein Reducing our exposure to toxins such as; Heavy metals Pesticides & GMO's EDC's - Endocri...
Jun 25, 2020•51 min•Ep. 138
Colette chats with Heather Grzych about her new book The Ayurvedic Guide to Fertility. They discuss the following: Heather's story and how she came to write a book on fertility. Why there's such a problem with fertility in the West today. The four factors of conception according to Ayurveda - Bija (seed) Ritu (season) Ksetra (region/soil) Ambu (water/nutrition) The importance of the preconception stage. Heather's advice for those struggling with fertility. Save 20% on Banyan’s tridoshic Daily Ma...
Jun 18, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 137
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. In this episode they discuss the following: Why it's so important that injustices are acknowledged and recognised before any healing can begin. From an Ayurvedic perspective, what qualities are at play in our world resulting in this intensity. The universal law of cause and effect. How trauma can be pas...
Jun 11, 2020•50 min•Ep. 136
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. Amy Wheeler teaches us about these moral codes. The 5 Yamas discussed are: Ahimsa - non-violence Satya - truth Asteya - no stealing Brahmacharya - moderation Aparigraha - non-possessiveness The 5 Niyamas discussed are: Sauca - purity of body/mind Santosa - contentment Tapas - discipline Svadyaya ...
Jun 04, 2020•58 min•Ep. 135
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. ...
May 28, 2020•55 min•Ep. 134
Colette answers questions submitted by the Elements community and the various topics covered are: Tips for Spring allergies. Maintaining immunity and energy when transitioning into Winter. The correct temperature for drinking water. Using oil when you have a cough. Abhyanga oil massage tips. Vertigo. Eating for a Vata/Pitta constitution. Find more details on Colette's Digestive Reset Cleanse here . Download the Food Combinations & Tastes Charts here (scroll to #26) Click here to access the P...
May 21, 2020•40 min•Ep. 133
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. Colette and Dr. Teitelbaum discuss the following: The critical role the gallbladder plays in the body. What is gallbladder sludge & its symptoms. What happens when the gallbladder doesn't work properly. The correlation between the thyroid & the gallbladder. What happens ...
May 14, 2020•44 min•Ep. 132
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. They also discuss the relationship of the mental gunas of sattva, rajas and tamas to the neural platforms and how they influence one another. They cover the following topics: What is the autonomic nervous system and the vagus nerve. How these systems work together to regulate the body/mind. What is the Pol...
May 07, 2020•44 min•Ep. 131
Our mental health has a big impact on our immunity and in this episode Colette chats with Ayurvedic Doctor Victor Briere about the following: Ayurveda's teachings on the interconnection between the body and the mind. The connection between our mind and the sense organs. What is the immune system and how it works. How our mental health effects our immunity. The effect of Rajas and Tamas on the immune system. How to keep the mind in balance to ensure a healthy immune system. Tips for keeping your ...
Apr 30, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 130
