Ancient Wisdom for Modern Health
Mark Bunn
An enlightening insight into the timeless (forgotten) wisdoms of health, happiness and higher consciousness.
Based on Ayurveda/Ayurvedic Medicine (Maharishi Ayurveda) and the time-tested Eastern, traditional and indigenous medicine traditions ... and backed up by the latest Western health-science.
Focuses on the ‘higher levels’ of health and wellness, the new spirituality and consciousness coming to the planet and the Vedic wisdom of ‘higher states of human consciousness’ and how we can access and live them.
Many episodes are based on Mark’s three-time best-selling book ‘Ancient Wisdom for Modern Health’ and its next instalment (Book Two).
Common topics include an Ayurvedic or ancient wisdom view of popular health recommendations today e.g. Tim Ferriss Slow-Carb Diet, Wim Hof Ice baths, high intensity interval training - HIIT, intermittent fasting.
Also includes timeless Ayurvedic knowledge of Dharma (our Higher Purpose), Body-Types and Doshas, Daily and Seasonal Routines, Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness and More.
More background at markbunn.com.au
Based on Ayurveda/Ayurvedic Medicine (Maharishi Ayurveda) and the time-tested Eastern, traditional and indigenous medicine traditions ... and backed up by the latest Western health-science.
Focuses on the ‘higher levels’ of health and wellness, the new spirituality and consciousness coming to the planet and the Vedic wisdom of ‘higher states of human consciousness’ and how we can access and live them.
Many episodes are based on Mark’s three-time best-selling book ‘Ancient Wisdom for Modern Health’ and its next instalment (Book Two).
Common topics include an Ayurvedic or ancient wisdom view of popular health recommendations today e.g. Tim Ferriss Slow-Carb Diet, Wim Hof Ice baths, high intensity interval training - HIIT, intermittent fasting.
Also includes timeless Ayurvedic knowledge of Dharma (our Higher Purpose), Body-Types and Doshas, Daily and Seasonal Routines, Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness and More.
More background at markbunn.com.au
Episodes
Mentioned books
Jul 2, 2019 • 26min
The Good News Episode – Take a Shot of Positive for Mental Health & Happiness (#8)
Feel great and raise your spirits with this healthy dose of ‘good news’. Not only do we discuss the health benefits of focusing on good news (the art of positive psychology, gratitude and helping others etc.) but we detail dozens of amazing, remarkable things happening on our planet today that the conventional news media aren’t reporting. This episode is guaranteed to make you feel better, inspire hope for the world we live in as well as provides simple, practical ways you can start enjoying a happier, more positive and uplifting life as soon as you finish listening.
May 28, 2019 • 2h 12min
Your Ayurvedic Body Type - Understanding Your Unique Mind-Body Constitution (#4)
Do you know that some foods, exercise and routines are ideal for you and others (even though seen as healthy) could be disastrous for you and create ill-health? Explore the fascinating ancient wisdom of Ayurveda Body-Types and your unique mind-body constitution. Learn about the Ayurvedic Doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, and how by understanding the doshas and how to balance them you can gain control on every aspect of your life. Learn what foods, exercise, stress management, relationships and daily routines are best for you and your family and which ones maybe leading you away from natural health. We also look at the Ayurvedic perspective of fasting, paleo, vegan and low fat diets, low carb, wim hof ice baths, tim ferriss slow carb diet, fermented foods, gut health, raw food diets, HIIT & more. More resources at markbunn.com.au
May 28, 2019 • 41min
Digestion and Ayurveda: The Art & Science of Ayurvedic Eating (#7)
‘To eat is human, but to digest is divine’ - Mark Twain. According to Ayurvedic medicine, digestion is even more important than diet. With Mark’s close friend and internationally regarded expert in Ayurveda (Maharishi Ayurveda) Helen Toomey, you’ll learn the why, when and how of proper eating. Topics include the Ayurvedic concepts of Ama, Ojas, Dhatus (bodily tissues), Agni (digestive fire), gut health and problems of western dietary advice. Plus practical tips in the lost art of eating and how to maximize your digestion and all round health by understanding the problems of raw food, stressful or emotional eating and the gut microbiota/microbiome. More resources at markbunn.com.au
May 28, 2019 • 23min
Forest Bathing, Earthing & Nature Immersion: The Amazing Research (#5)
Modern science is now backing up what Ayurveda has outlined for thousands of years - that simply being in nature is one of the greatest healing forces on the planet. Learn about the why and how of forest bathing, earthing and nature immersion, including the incredible benefits to your mental, emotional and physical health. Also includes simple, practical things you can do from today to start reaping the benefits. More resources at markbunn.com.au
May 28, 2019 • 41min
Yogic Nasal Breathing: The Ayurvedic Way to Supreme Mind-Body Health (#6)
“Man should no more breathe through his mouth as he would attempt to take food in through his nose”. Yogi Ramacharaka. In contrast to the disastrous western habit of shallow, mouth breathing, the Ancient Ayurvedic Rishis (sages) outlined in detail the remarkable benefits of breathing as nature intended – like the great yogi’s. Learn the how and why of proper breathing and how it can be used in exercise (even in high level exercise) to transform your enjoyment of exercise and create alpha zone or flow states. Also get the benefits of pranayama, mind-body integration, lymphatic flow, production of nitric oxide, efficient waste removal, heightened Prana or life force in both mind and body, optimized function of your internal organs, spine health and higher, more refined levels of awareness and spiritual integration. More resources at markbunn.com.au
May 14, 2019 • 59min
Dharma: Fulfilling Your Higher Purpose - Going Beyond Passion (#3)
Are you living your highest purpose? Are you fulfilling the reason for your birth? Dharma is a Vedic term describing our natural purpose in life. This episode explains the primary importance of Dharma in our lives, how to know what your Dharma is and how better to fulfill your cosmic purpose here on Earth (and maximise our health, happiness and growth to higher states of consciousness in the process). Based primarily on the wisdom of Ayurveda, Ayurvedic medicine and Maharishi Vedic science. More resources at markbunn.com.au
May 13, 2019 • 34min
Ayurveda: A Supreme Source of Natural Health Wisdom (#2)
This episode answers the ultimate question, “Which of the popular health sciences or systems in the world today can I have ultimate confidence in?” There are so many systems of knowledge today from modern science, natural and holistic sciences through to traditional and ancient sciences, but often they do not agree or have completely alternative viewpoints. This makes many people utterly confused and frustrated!!! Here we look at an ultimate source of wisdom - Ayurveda (Maharishi Ayurveda) and it's basis in the direct insights or cognitions of the most enlightened spiritual saints/yogis (rishis) of times past. We also dispel some of the myths surrounding ancient Ayurvedic medicine and the age-old wisdom of Ayurveda. More resources at markbunn.com.au
Apr 19, 2019 • 4min
Ayurveda & Natural Health Wisdom Overview (#1)
Snapshot episode outlining the ancient wisdom topics, the basis in Ayurveda, Ayurvedic medicine and the timeless Eastern Natural Health Sciences and traditional medicine. More related info at www.markbunn.com.au Instagram updates on Mark's Instagram Handle = markbunnhealth
