Ayurveda views mobility as a reflection of vitality, when joints are healthy, well lubricated, and move with ease. When joints are compromised basic movements like walking, climbing stairs or even the act of sitting can become more painful and challenging. Chronic joint pain or stiffness can lead to reduced quality of life and emotional stress, affecting our independence and participation in physical or social activities.

Colette discusses the following in this episode:

• The role of vata, pitta and kapha doshas in joint health.
• How a compromised digestive system can lead to joint problems.
• Preventative tips to help maintain healthy, pain-free joints focusing on:
  • Diet and nutrition
  • Digestive fire (agni) and toxins (ama)
  • Body tissues (dhatus) and joint nourishment
  • Lifestyle practices
  • Herbal support
  • Seasonal adjustments (ritucharya)

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Colette discusses how the doshas impact our relationships, whether it’s a relationship with a significant other, with family members, friends, or pets. Understanding your doshic makeup and the doshic makeup of those you're in relationship with will enhance connection, compassion and harmony in your relationships.

Colette covers the following in this episode:

• The basics of each dosha type of vata, pitta and kapha.
• The tendencies of each dosha.
• Each doshas dynamics in relationship.
• Tips to enhance compatibility between the doshas.
• Bringing in dosha balancing practices into your relationship to promote connection.

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Vaidya Sheena Sooraj is Kerala Ayurveda USA’s Chief Clinical Officer and a core faculty member. She is an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner from Kerala, India. Coming from a family with a strong Ayurvedic background, she developed her passion for Ayurveda at a young age, as her grandfather was a well-known Ayurvedic physician and astrologer. She is an active advocate of Ayurveda and is an experienced public speaker. Her objective is to guide her clients to achieve health naturally and continually add value to her profession through initiative, innovation, and experience.

Colette chats with Vaidya Sheena about the perimenopause phase of life and how Ayurveda can help navigate this stage with ease. They discuss the following:

• How Ayurveda views this transition of perimenopause.
• The specific dosha-related changes during this phase.
• How our prakriti (unique constitution) and vikriti (current imbalance) influences the perimenopausal experience.
• Tips to bring balance to the body/mind during perimenopause.
• Dietary and herbal support during this phase.
• Viewing perimenopause as an opportunity for personal growth and renewal.

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Kapha season is considered to be late winter and spring in Ayurveda, however, it’s best to think of the qualities of the season as this is what determines whether it’s kapha season. It’s when there’s cooler temperatures, the ground is saturated with rain or melting snow and the air is heavy with humidity.

Having the understanding and awareness of the qualities which are present in our natural environment and our body/mind can help guide us in our food and lifestyle choices which can in turn prevent imbalances and illness.

Some signs of excess kapha dosha are:

• Colds, coughs, flu, allergies with mucus and congestion
• Agni mandya (slow digestion)
• Feeling heavy and sluggish after eating
• Water retention
• Weight gain
• Lethargy and oversleeping
• Inertia or lack of motivation
• Slowness in all activities
• Foggy mind
• Feeling sad or depressed
• Withdrawing from social activities.

In this episode Colette gives Ayurvedic tips on how to navigate this season to prevent these imbalances and she covers pacifying foods and tastes, best cooking methods, how and when to eat, self-care and mindfulness practices along with emotional and mental health advice.

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A “glow-up” is a term used to describe a significant transformation, typically in physical appearance. In this episode Colette emphasizes the benefits of a holistic glow-up which can be achieved with Ayurveda.

With a holistic Ayurvedic glow-up you’ll feel the benefits on a physical, mental and emotional level along with increased awareness, confidence and empowerment. You’ll be radiating health and good vibes by balancing your inner and outer health through holistic practices.

In this episode Colette discusses the following:

• Glow-Up transformation starts with inner cleansing.
• Strengthening the agni (digestive fire).
• Morning and evening routines.
• Restorative sleep.
• Glow enhancing self-care routines.
• Skin and hair health.
• Glow-Up your home.

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Episode 374

Vaidya Jayarajan Kodikannath aka Dr. J represents a lineage of Ayurveda Practitioners from Kerala, India. He is the CEO and Academy Director of Kerala Ayurveda (USA).

Colette chats with Dr. J about long Covid and they discuss the following:

• What is long Covid.
• How the symptoms of long Covid vary from respiratory to neurological and can also affect the circulatory and cardiovascular system.
• Why the strength of our ojas is important for our immunity.
• Ayurveda's holistic treatment protocol for long Covid.
• Why our daily inputs and rhythms are very important for our health and wellbeing.

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I'm answering the following questions from the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Community:

1. Nancy: I just can’t seem to kick this sluggish feeling for the past couple of months. I feel so tired and my mind feels slow too. I would appreciate any tips you may have Colette.

2. Elaine: I have reoccurring sinus infections and I’m trying to avoid taking antibiotics. What can I do to heal my body and prevent this from reoccurring?

3. Anna: I have been noticing that my memory is not as sharp lately and I’m concerned. I’m wondering if you can provide any Ayurvedic tips to help improve my memory?

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