Microbiome and Ayurveda
04/24/23 • 28 min
Microbiomes refers to the collection of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other tiny living things that live in and on the human body.
Our bodies are actually home to trillions of these microorganisms, which play important roles in our health. They can help us digest food, support our immune system, and even produce certain vitamins that our bodies need.
While some of these microorganisms can be harmful, most are beneficial and work together in a delicate balance to keep us healthy. This community of microorganisms is often referred to as our "microbiome," and it can vary from person to person depending on factors like diet, environment, and genetics.
Ayurveda, an ancient Indian holistic approach to medicine, emphasizes the importance of a healthy gut. In the wisdom of Ayurveda, it is believed that the origin of most of our diseases is in our gut.
In this episode, I am sharing Ayurveda's understanding of gut health and how it is similar to the modern understanding of microbiomes.
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Microbiomes refers to the collection of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other tiny living things that live in and on the human body.
Our bodies are actually home to trillions of these microorganisms, which play important roles in our health. They can help us digest food, support our immune system, and even produce certain vitamins that our bodies need.
While some of these microorganisms can be harmful, most are beneficial and work together in a delicate balance to keep us healthy. This community of microorganisms is often referred to as our "microbiome," and it can vary from person to person depending on factors like diet, environment, and genetics.
Ayurveda, an ancient Indian holistic approach to medicine, emphasizes the importance of a healthy gut. In the wisdom of Ayurveda, it is believed that the origin of most of our diseases is in our gut.
In this episode, I am sharing Ayurveda's understanding of gut health and how it is similar to the modern understanding of microbiomes.
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Gayatri Mantra chanting-108 times
Gayatri Mantra is a Sanskrit mantra considered one of the most powerful and effective mantras. It is chanted to invoke the blessings of the Divine and to seek knowledge, wisdom, and spiritual enlightenment.
The Gayatri Mantra is believed to have a profound impact on the mind, body, and soul of the individual chanting it. When we chant this mantra, we create a vibrational resonance within our body and mind, which helps to calm the mind, increase focus, and improve concentration. This helps us to connect with the divine consciousness and access higher levels of awareness.
Additionally, the Gayatri Mantra is believed to have a purifying effect on the practitioner, helping to remove negative energies and thoughts, and promoting spiritual growth and development. The repeated chanting of this mantra helps to awaken the inner self and bring about a sense of peace, harmony, and well-being.
The Gayatri Mantra is chanted to invoke the blessings of the Divine power, to gain spiritual enlightenment, and to experience inner peace and harmony. It is considered a powerful tool for personal transformation and growth.
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How healing your thyroid transforms everything
In this episode, the guest is Dr. Ameeta (Amy) Gajjar BSc(Hons) MB BS (London) FRACGP FACNEM FASLM, Dr. Amy and I are discussing the holistic approach to thyroid, and how healing the thyroid changes everything.
Dr Amy is an Integrative Physician (GP) combining Functional Medicine, Coaching, Yoga and an Ayurvedic Lifestyle. She trained at the Imperial College School of Medicine in London and worked as a GP for several years. In Sydney, she has undergone extensive further training and is a Fellow of the Australasian College of Nutritional and Environmental Medicine, Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and a Board-certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician. Her main interests are thyroid disease, gut health and autoimmunity. She has also completed courses in coaching, NLP, ayurvedic lifestyle, meditation and is a certified hatha and kundalini yoga teacher.Dr Amy is a lecturer, examiner and part of the education faculty for ACNEM, writer (blog and health/wellness magazines e.g. Fitness First, Prevention), and also enjoys presenting at community workshops, seminars, retreats and corporate events. She is also a Medical Advisor to “Dance Health Alliance”, a not-for-profit organization, that facilitates dance programs to improve quality of life and mind-body balance for people with neurological conditions such as Dementia and MS. Dr Amy believes in taking a holistic approach to patient care, embracing all aspects of health – physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.“Slow butterfly; how healing your thyroid transforms everything” is her first book and hopes to empower people living with Hashimoto’s/Hypothyroidism and inspire them to become the best version of themselves.
Contact info for Dr. Amy Gajjar
Website: www.dramygajjar.com
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Instagram: @dramygajjar, examiner
Book – "Slow butterfly; how healing your thyroid transforms everything"
Book Link: https://tinyurl.com/5n947we6
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