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Mano vaha srotas is the channel responsible for the mind and mental functions. This mind channel governs mental functions like cognition, memory, sensory perception, thought processes, emotions, and imagination.
Mano vaha srotas bridges the mind, body, and spirit by taking in experiences from the physical world via the senses and allowing the mind to interpret sensory input from the body and turn it into meaningful thoughts, responses, and emotions. By processing sensory experiences, mano vaha srotas helps cultivate awareness and enrich our spiritual understanding.
Colette discusses the following in this episode:
The functions of mano vaha srotas. Signs and symptoms of aggravation. Disorders which can manifest in the mind channel which can span from anxiety and depression to more complex psychological and neurological conditions. Possible causes of aggravation in the mind channel. Ayurvedic approach to managing mano vaha srotas disorders. Tips to maintain balance in the channel of the mind.Download the Pranayama Video Tutorial here
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Dr. Nammy Patel was one of the first people to put forth the movement to bring eco consciousness into the dental world. She specializes in Green Dentistry, a holistic, functional Ayurvedic approach to dentistry.
In this episode Colette chats with Dr. Patel about the following:
Dr. Patel's passion for Ayurveda and holistic green dentistry. The vital connection between dental health and whole-body health. Why mouth breathing is so problematic for our health. The ideal morning and evening dental routine. A sample experience in Dr. Patel's holistic practice. Dr. Patel's view on braces, Invisalign, mouth guards, mercury fillings, charcoal and root canal treatments. Why the critical years for dental healthcare are from 40+.*
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Ashti vaha srotas is the channel carrying nutrition for the bone tissue. It is responsible for structure and support in the body and the protection of vital organs like the brain.
In this episode Colette discusses the following:
Signs and symptoms of aggravation in asthi vaha srotas. Disorders which can manifest e.g. osteoporosis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis. Possible causes of aggravation in the bone channel. The inverse relationship between bone tissue and the vata dosha. Ayurvedic approach to managing these disorders and preventative steps.*
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Jillian Lavender and Michael Miller are renowned Vedic Meditation teachers and Co-Founders of the London Meditation Centre and New York Meditation Center. They have been practicing meditation for 30+ years and have taught thousands of people across the globe.
Colette chats with Jillian and Michael about the ancient practice of Vedic meditation and they discuss the following:
Their individual life journey to discovering meditation. The science behind the ancient practice of Vedic meditation. The process of Vedic meditation training. How meditation can help us on our journey of self-discovery Tips for those who are new to meditation.Check out Jillian and Michael's website and social media:
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Vaidya Jayarajan Kodikannath is a visionary, a classically trained Ayurveda doctor and an accomplished teacher representing a lineage of Ayurveda Practitioners from Kerala, India. He is the CEO and Academy Director of Kerala Ayurveda (USA) and is the President of NAMA, the National Ayurveda Medical Association in the US.
Colette talks with Dr. J about plant consciousness and Vedic agriculture and they discuss the following:
Dr. J's early experiences with Vedic farming. Understanding plant consciousness. Vedic farming guidelines in the Ayurvedic texts. Moving forward with technological advances and respecting ancient wisdom. The principles of Vedic agriculture. Why building awareness is so vital for our and the planet's future wellbeing.*
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Karen suffered from lifelong allergies and had consulted with many specialists and as a result was supplied with inhalers, nasal cleanses and allergy medication to help relieve her allergy symptoms.
She explains how after her first Digestive Reset Cleanse with me in 2023 the root of her allergy symptoms was healed and she no longer needed daily allergy medicine.
In July of this year Karen wanted to support her body in transitioning off birth control and reached out to see what the best course of action would be as she was told by professionals that it would not be an easy transition.
I recommended another cleanse as this would help to balance her hormones, regulate her cycle, nourish the tissues and pacify her doshas. She was experiencing pitta aggravation at the time and this could have caused complications with her menstrual cycle. I tailored the cleanse to her current health status and she was surprised to witness that her cycle started at the end of the cleanse without any symptoms and has been regular since.
Karen explains how her Ayurvedic journey has changed her life and how it has affected the way she lives her life today.
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Meda dhatu is our fat tissue and meda vaha srotas are the channels carrying nutrients for the fat tissue. Meda vaha srotas is responsible for lubrication, protection, insulation, adding bulk to the body, providing energy and sweating as sweat is a mala or byproduct of meda dhatu or fat tissue.
In this episode Colette discusses the following:
Signs and symptoms of aggravation in meda vaha srotas. Disorders which can manifest e.g. obesity, emaciation, hypothyroidism and diabetes. Possible causes of aggravation in this channel. Ayurvedic approach to managing meda vaha srotas disorders.*
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Colette answers the following questions from the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community:
Bernadette: I love Summer and always dread the Fall, as soon as September starts my body and mind seem to just break down and it continues for months. I’m determined to not have this experience this year. What can I do to keep my body and mind stable? Susan: I recently had a reaction to hair dye at my hairdressers. My scalp became very irritated and itchy. What could of caused this and what type of hair dye do you recommend? Anita: Do you have any recipes you can share to help with the blah time between Summer and Fall where it’s hard to know what to eat?*
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Mamsa dhatu is our muscle tissue and mamsa vaha srotas are the channels carrying nutrients for the muscle tissue. Mamsa dhatu and mamsa vaha srotas are responsible for:
Plastering or covering the body and providing form and strength. Our muscles are responsible for all movement in the body, from moving our joints and bones, to chewing our food and emotional expression. Supporting the skeleton and the heart muscle supports circulation and the intercostal. muscles of the ribcage support respiration. Protection of organs and body cavities. Production of body heat when the muscles are moving.In this episode Colette discusses the imbalances and disorders which can manifest in this channel including muscular spasms, cramps, cysts, wasting, inflammation, functional disorders and more. She also covers the possible causes of these imbalances and the holistic Ayurvedic approach to managing this conditions.
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August 17th, 2024 marks the 7th anniversary of this podcast and thank you for listening, supporting and sharing the podcast.
I'm celebrating this occasion by sharing my top 10 episodes to listen to in order to give you a well-rounded insight into the depth of this ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. This is a question I get asked frequently and so I thought this anniversary episode is the perfect opportunity to share what I consider to be the top ten educational episodes and they are:
Episode 1 - Introduction to Ayurveda Episode 8 - Ayurveda and the Circadian Rhythm Episode 16 - Ayurvedic Dinacharya Episode 26 - What do I Eat? Ayurvedic Nutrition, Tastes & Food Combining Episode 42 - Prana, Tejas, Ojas, Nadis & the Chakras of the Subtle Body Episode 64 - Ayurveda & The Six Stages of Disease Episode 92 - Ayurvedic Nutrition of the Dhatus Episode 150 - Losing My Mojo Episode 158 - Focus on the Gunas, Not the Doshas Episode 277 - Navigating Seasonal Transition with Ayurveda*
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