In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is interviewing a Yoga teacher and Therapist Prerna Ramanathan The topics discussed in this podcast are: Ms. Prerna’s journey from psychology to yoga. What is yoga? Why it’s much more than a physical exercise Pancha Kosha- the five layers of existence Importance of focus? Is the synchronization of movement and breath essential to maintain focus? Mantra Chanting practices and their positive effect on the human mind. Difference between Ayurveda and modern medication in resolving the root cause of health issues? Impact of lifestyle and dietary changes incorporated with yoga Why consistency and step by step approach are important? Prerna Ramanathan is a certified Yoga teacher with RYT 200 hrs and RYS 200 hrs and also specializing in Therapy Yoga from a school called Yoga Therapy International Vancouver, Canada Prerna Ramanathan is available at @yogawith_prerna Ms. Prerna Ramanathan specializes in private yoga therapy, yoga for wellness, and yoga for children. Link for online classes with Prerna Ramanathan  For further information about Dr. Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com. His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested in doing one on one ayurvedic consultation with Dr. Vignesh Devraj, please find the details in this link - Ayurvedic Consultation with Dr. Vignesh Devraj. We genuinely hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support. Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.

In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Dr. Jayarajan Kodikannath on the topic of Managing Seasonal Allergies Through Ayurveda. The topics discussed in this podcast are: - What is a seasonal allergic reaction? How is it caused? - Hypersensitivity, Genetics, and Lifestyle. - Herbs- a magic pill of wonders or support to heal? - How particular climate influences the body’s immune system? - Influence of Agni and Ojas on the immunity of an individual - A balanced diet, Lifestyle changes, and Stress management - Harmful effects of refrigerated and processed food - Some home remedies to heal the allergies Dr. Jayarajan Kodikannath is a visionary, researcher, author, and accomplished teacher of Ayurveda, currently working as the Vice President and Academy Director of Kerala Ayurveda (USA), Chief Ayurveda Consultant of Kerala Ayurveda Wellness Centres in the USA. He is also on the Board of Directors of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) in the USA with a mission to propagate Ayurveda and make it a credible professional in the Western world. He is conducting various professional education programs in Ayurveda approved by the State of California and the State of Washington. He actively involves in the Ayurveda initiatives as integrative medicine at Stanford Medicine and UCSF. He was on the Curriculum Board of Bastyr University, Washington to create the Masters in Ayurveda program and served as the Board of Director of California Association of Ayurvedic Medicine (CAAM). Dr. Jayarajan Kodikannath BSc, BAMS, AYT Board of Directors, National Ayurvedic Medical Association USA (NAMA) Vice President & Academy Director, Kerala Ayurveda Academy (USA) 691 S Milpitas Blvd, Suite 206, Milpitas, CA 95035 Office: +1-888-275-9103 Email: drjayarajan@bams.md For further information about Dr. Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested in doing one on one ayurvedic consultation with Dr. Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link - Ayurvedic Consultation with Dr. Vignesh Devraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support. Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.

In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Kevin Orosz. He is a High-Performance Coach, Workshop & Retreat Facilitator. He is the host of the (R)Evolution Podcast. The topics discussed in this podcast are: What does it mean to be masculine? How history created this discrimination between men and women The origin of why men don’t cry belief Importance of emotions Definition of masculine and feminine energy The essence of finding masculinity Attraction, desire, and polarity The positive impact of brotherhood For more details abot Kevin Orosz, Kindly visit https://kevinorosz.com Instagram handle is @kev_oroszlan For further information about Dr. Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested in doing one on one ayurvedic consultation with Dr. Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link - Ayurvedic Consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support. Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients. We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support.

In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is sharing the recording of a live lecture that he gave to a group of patients in Sitaram Beach Retreat Many patients who visit Sitaram claim while being in this Retreat and undergoing Panchakarma it is easy to live a healthy lifestyle but after going back to how to sustain this lifestyle and energy and more than that how to prevent weight gain. The topics he shares in this episode include - Why mindset is so important for being healthy The power of Routine Eat when you are hungry or eat on time Importance of Excercise Why some people lose weight easily and some don’t How to avoid overeating and drinking Power of mindful eating Why weight loss is a mind game For further information about Dr. Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested in doing one on one ayurvedic consultation with Dr. Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link - Ayurvedic Consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support. Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.

In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is sharing one of his lectures given to a group of patients at Sitaram Beach Retreat before Covid times. As this is a recording of a live event at the open yoga hall of Sitaram Beach Retreat, kindly ignore the background sounds of birds, the ocean, and the audience clapping and talking. If you are keen to understand more about doshas, this session is just meant for you.  The topics discussed in the episode are:  - What is the meaning of the word Dosha  - Meaning of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha  - Misconceptions of Dosha  - What is Prakriti  - Why is understanding about Vikrthi more essential than Prakruthi  - Characteristics of kapha, pitta, and vata  - Difference between dry cold and wet cold  - Dosha and Gut health  - Why eating on time is necessary  - Medical aspects of Dosha in common diseases  - Panchakarma and doshas  Dr. Vignesh Devraj is available on Facebook and Instagram as @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj, respectively. For further information, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support.  Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.

In this episode I am interviewing Dr. Varalakshmi Yanamandra, an Ayurveda practitioner from Birmingham, UK. She is an expert in the management of gut health disorders using an ayurvedic, holistic approach. The topics discussed in this podcast are: What exactly is Constipation and how to understand if you are suffering from it What are the various causes of constipation? Issues with Laxative abuse and various laxatives that are used Who can use Laxatives Understanding the proper utility of Triphala Lifestyle and Dietary changes to enhance your bowel movements Dr Varalakshmi Yanamandra is an Ayurveda practitioner, B.A.M.S, OMT and the Managing Director of the Ayur Wellness & Pain Centre in Birmingham, UK. She teaches Ayurveda online via Europe Ayurveda Academy and uses her ayurvedic and holistic approaches to educate and empower the art of healthy eating and lifestyle in British people. Varalakshmi also is an editorial board member for JAIMS, International Ayurveda Research Journal. Currently, she is working on creating healthy recipes by incorporating ayurvedic principles into the modern diet. Check out her work at: www.drvaralakshmi.com www.ayurnilayam.co.uk Instagram - @drvaralakshmi Dr Vignesh Devraj is available on Facebook and Instagram as @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj, respectively. For further information, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support. Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.

In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj is sharing his experience of treating patients suffering from burnout and chronic fatigue syndrome. How avoiding last-minute rushing and planning meticulously can prevent burnout. Understanding the art of relaxation. Dr.Vignesh Devraj is available on Facebook and Instagram as @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj respectively. For further information kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com www.sitaramretreat.com We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support.

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Angelica Neri, co-founder of Soulfull Veda. Soulfull Veda specializes in Ayurvedic Wellness retreats, medicine and science that bring you to balance and nourish your soul. The topics discussed in the podcast are:- The journey of Angelica and Rachel from quitting their job and forming soulfull Veda What are the seven chakras? How to deal with blocked chakra and how to unblock it? Impact of a blocked chakra on other chakras What is a root chakra and why is it important to be grounded? How second chakra and women’s health are related? Third chakra- the fire element Is heart chakra the most potent chakra? Why is throat chakra Important? Sixth chakra- inner energy or the third eye What is the crown Chakra? To stay updated with Soulfull Veda, follow them on Facebook and Instagram as @soulfullveda. For further updates on their workshop and events, visit https://soulfullveda.com and https://soulfullveda.com/lightworkersociety Dr Vignesh Devraj is available on Facebook and Instagram as @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj, respectively. For further information, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support. Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Ashdin Doctor. The name will surely ring a bell in the mind of the podcast listeners. His podcast, The Habit Coach is one in the top 7 motivational podcasts in the world. He takes his listeners through simple habits which are applicable in daily life. The topics discussed in the podcast are:- The transition of the approach of Ayurveda for Ashdin Doctor towards the end of the treatment Why Panchakarma is not a shotgun approach What is meant by "taking care"? What your body can expect by undergoing kizhi treatment (herbal poultices) How therapies with warm oil relax your body and mind Why chanting prayers before commencing treatment is important Importance of applying herbal powder on the head of the person Experience of Ashdin Doctor while undergoing treatments of Virechana and Shirodhara What is Ashdin Doctor's key take-home point Importance of slowing down Tune into Ashdin doctor's podcast on IVM podcasts, and he is available on Instagram as @ashdindoc. Dr Vignesh Devraj is available on Facebook and Instagram as @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj, respectively. For further information kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com. We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support. Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Isabel Friend, an International Water Advocate and a seneschal of water. She has been studying water for 11 years and teaching about water for 6 years in 6 countries. In this episode, they discussed the following topics:-  The story behind her journey from a nutritionist to a water educator  What is the best kind of water to drink Difference between structured and unstructured water The relation between water spirit and science How water amplifies emotions Solutions to stop the water crisis How water carries information about the universe in it What is bulk water and how it affects us Dr Vignesh Devraj is available on Facebook and Instagram as @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj, respectively. For further information, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com  and www.sitaramretreat.com. Isabel Friend is available at https://www.waterislife.love/  Her Course Navigating the Waters is a 7 Day Guide to What to Drink, What Not to Drink, and Why.  The course covers the following topics:- Explore how tap water, bottled water, reverse osmosis, distilled, alkaline, and spring water affect your psychology and physiology. Find out where to access the highest quality water. Learn tips, techniques, tools and strategies to uplift any water into a more vibrant hydrating elixir. Bio-hack your lifestyle to optimize your hydration. Find out simple actions you can take to make sure you're actually absorbing every drop you drink. Navigating the Waters is available at https://waterislife.teachable.com/p/water-empowerment-7-day-crash-course Use Coupon code: VIGNESH to get 20% off We truly hope you are enjoying our content. Want to help us shape and grow this show faster? Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support. Disclaimer: - The content of the podcast episodes is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical procedures, consultations, diagnosis, or treatment in any manner. We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions for you, others, or for treating your patients.