The Healing Catalyst

“By applying this golden principle — that like increases like and opposites reduce — we can create more balance and more harmony within ourselves.” – Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh The word “balance” means very different things in Western society versus that of Ayurveda. In the West we talk about balance in terms of our roles and responsibilities. In Ayurveda, balance is about being in sync with nature an...

“There's a saying in Ayurveda that we are not just what we eat, we are what we digest.” – Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh When you think of digestion you probably just think about the process of your full belly breaking down food into nutrients. In Ayurveda however, digestion also includes the processing of memories, experiences, and emotions. This week on The Healing Catalyst, Dr. Kumar-Singh discusses ho...

“Ayurveda says that we should transition from one season to the next. And that's really so that we can have optimal, vibrant health.” – Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh Whether its stress, allergies, or a cold, seasonal buildup can affect your health. Setting up a plan to help you gracefully transition through seasons is a core tenet of Ayurveda. On this week’s episode of The Healing Catalyst, Dr. Kumar-Sin...

“A strong immune system isn't something that happens overnight.” – Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh Cities are beginning to reopen and it’s time to head back into the world. But what can you do to protect yourself from exposure to Coronavirus? Beyond the hygiene practices you’ve perfected over the past few months, boosting your immunity will help stave off sickness. In Ayurveda, we emphasize the relaxation...

“Health is found in the everyday moments of life.” – Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh Welcome to the first official episode of The Healing Catalyst. Dr. Avanti Kumar-Singh is your new guide to the life-changing practice of Ayurveda. In today’s episode, Dr. Kumar-Singh shares how her personal health struggles manifested during her time in medical school and how she was able to turn to the medicine of her anc...