The Illusion of Consensus Exploring Holistic Psychiatry with Dr. Aruna Tummala: Nervous System Regulation, Diet, Supplements, Self-love, and Social Connection
In this episode of The Illusion of Consensus, Dr. Aruna Tammala shares her journey from conventional psychiatry to an integrative medical approach blending Ayurveda, functional medicine, and modern science. She discusses the mind-body connection, trauma, environmental toxins, and the importance of detoxification, gut health, and diet—especially in addressing issues like acid reflux.
The conversation explores nervous system regulation, emotional health, and the therapeutic role of meditation, spirituality, and psychedelics in activating one’s inner healer. Dr. Tammala emphasizes personalized health strategies through functional testing, hormone balance, and supplements like vitamin D, omega-3s, and NAC. She also reflects on self-love, cooking as a healing practice, and the importance of listening to one’s intuition when navigating health decisions.
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Holistic Psychiatry
05:46 Contrasting Psychiatric Practices: India vs. USA
12:03 Understanding Mind-Body Connection
18:09 The Interconnectedness of Body Systems
23:55 The Role of Trauma and Stress in Health
29:46 Environmental Toxins and Their Impact
37:04 Detoxification and Diet's Role in Health
43:30 Nervous System Regulation and Its Impact on Health
49:25 Meditation, Spirituality, and Self-Love
55:46 Psychedelics and Their Role in Healing
01:01:15 The Inner Healer and Personal Growth
01:11:18 Addressing Negative Thinking and Emotional Regulation
01:17:52 Key Supplements for Mental Health
01:24:48 The Benefits of Ghee and Dietary Fats
01:31:28 Exploring the Role of Psychedelics in Healing
01:39:50 Listening to Your Inner Intuition
01:46:01 The Importance of Balance in Healing
01:51:59 Personal Choices and Internal Barometers
01:57:12 The Connection Between Food and Well-Being
02:05:03 The Nutritional Value of Seafood and Poultry
02:12:00 The Interconnectedness of Food and Life
02:22:12 Holistic Health Perspectives
02:31:48 Integrative Medicine and Patient Care
Link to Aruna’s medical practice for those interested:
https://trinergyhealth.com/team/aruna-k-tummala-md/
Aruna’s Substack:
https://arunatummala.substack.com/
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