House Of Wellness

Join us as we get know more about Priyanka Mohite, the first Indian woman mountaineer who conquered Mount Makalu and Annapurna 1. In our sixth episode, Priyanka—a scientist, dance enthusiast, and Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Awardee, shares her mountaineering odyssey as she highlights the importance of holistic wellness in overcoming the challenges of mountain climbing. She shares insights in...

Join us for our fifth episode to embark on a journey towards environmental wellness with Vani Murthy. Known as 'Wormrani' online, Vani is the founding member of Solid Waste Management Round Table (SWMRT) Bengaluru, and an ardent composting advocate. In this episode, she talks about the simplicity and significance of composting, debunking misconceptions about it, and how everyone can easily incorpo...

In our fourth episode, we speak with Luke Coutinho, Wellness Champion for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Fit India Movement, and a personality in Holistic Nutrition and Integrative Lifestyle Medicine. He is the founder of various health and wellness platforms, including Luke Coutinho Holistic Healing Systems, YOU Care Wellness Programs, and Lifeness Science Institute (LSI)-Education. In this episo...

Get ready for an eye-opening ride in our third episode as we tackle a pressing issue: malnutrition in India and its impact on the education of underprivileged children. Join us with the dynamic Shridhar Venkat, CEO of the Akshaya Patra Foundation, on a journey from supporting 1,500 students to now nourishing an incredible two million children! In this riveting episode, we unravel the profound link...

Welcome to our second episode featuring the remarkable Badminton Player, Ashwini Ponnappa. With an illustrious track record as a two-time Sub-Junior National Champion and a two-time Junior National Champion in women's badminton doubles, Ashwini takes us on her captivating path of wellness. Join us as we explore the pivotal role of mental strength, the crucial need for mental and emotional support,...

In our very first episode, we sit down for a captivating conversation with Anju Bobby George, an iconic Indian athlete, who etched her name in history by clinching a medal in athletics at the prestigious World Championship. What sets her apart is her incredible triumph, achieved despite the extraordinary obstacle of having just one kidney. Join us on the podcast as we delve into her remarkable wel...

It is essential to take care of a newborn to minimize the risk of illnesses and promote overall growth and development. The age-old wisdom of Ayurveda includes guidelines and suggestions such as dressing baby, care regimen during different seasons, oil massage and rituals. It is important to follow them for the physical and mental well-being of baby. In the 15th episode of House of Wellness, Dr. R...

In the 14th episode of #HouseOfWellness, Dr. Mithun Kazhakaran talks about hand hygiene. He differentiates between handwashing and hand sanitizing and when we should follow them. We further delve into busting some of the common myths concerning hand hygiene.

We depend on our bones and joints for every bodily movement. But, how often do we think about it? In the 13th episode of #HouseOfWellness, Dr. Soorya Narayan H explains the importance of bone health and joint wellness. "We tend to take bone health and joint wellness for granted," adds Dr. Soorya. We further discuss about the role of a healthy diet, physical activity, and other lifestyle factors th...

In the 12th episode of #HouseOfWellness, Dr. Srikrishna H A talks about gut health and wellness. We further discuss the causes that adversely affect our gut health and the symptoms. Dr. Srikrishna adds, “Modern lifestyle choices, such as a major shift in an individual’s diet, along with high prevalence of stress, anxiety, and depressive mindset leads to altered gut-brain axis dysfunction. This adv...

Ayurveda guidelines today need to be a part of our daily routine to ensure good health and wellness. "The principles of Ayurveda, when applied with appropriate scientific rigor, bring about the desired results. And often, these are simple interventions in lifestyle, including food, sleep, and habits primarily," adds Dr. Vaheed. In the eleventh episode, we discuss about Ayurveda, a science that is...

Preconception care means taking good care of your body and mind when you and your partner want to have a child. Improved overall well-being increases the success rate of getting pregnant. In our tenth episode of the House of Wellness, Dr. Prathibha Babshet talks about the importance of a healthy mind during preconception care. As we discuss further, we delve deep to understand the causes of infert...

Oral health is a huge part of our general health. It refers to the health of our teeth, gums, and the entire oral-facial system that allows us to smile, speak, and chew. In the ninth episode of House of Wellness, Dr. Ashok BK shares key insight on the importance of taking care of oral health and its impact on our overall well-being. We further discuss about common oral health problems and measures...

Diabetes is undoubtedly one of the most challenging health problems in modern times. It is increasing globally. The prevalence of diabetes increases with age. More than 60% of the people with diabetes live in Asia, with almost one-half in China and India combined.   In the eighth episode of the House of Wellness podcast, Dr. Guruprasad talks about diabetes, its types, prevention, and a few si...

Women can effectively manage menopausal symptoms by adopting healthy dietary practices and making lifestyle modifications. In the seventh episode of the House of Wellness podcast, Dr. Jayashree talks about menopause health and managing menopausal symptoms effectively. We further understand the impact of drastic lifestyle changes on our hormones. "Various herbs, such as Mandukaparni, Haritaki, Yash...

Today's fast-paced world demands women to be even more agile and strong, so they can effectively manage work, home, and various other areas of their lives. While doing so, they also need to bear the brunt and burden of physical, physiological, and psychological changes—starting with menarche. In the sixth episode of House of Wellness, Dr. Jayashree B Keshav shares insights on early menarche, menst...

A night of quality sleep is as important as eating healthy and staying physically active. In the fifth episode, Dr. Sushrutha CK explains the importance of good sleep to lead a healthy life. We further discuss the ill effects of disturbed sleep on our overall well-being and the ideal sleep pattern we should practice. Dr. Sushrutha further shares a few tips to follow for a balanced sleep.

We seldom pay attention to the interconnection between our emotional well-being and physical well-being. In the fourth episode of #HouseOfWellness, Dr. Shruthi M Hegde simplifies the interplay between mind and body. "The thoughts and feelings generated in our minds have definite control over what goes on in our bodies," adds Dr. Shruthi.

In the third episode, we simplify the concept of immunity and its importance in our daily life. ”An imbalance in the immune system can lead to autoimmune diseases and prolonged recovery after an illness, affecting the quality of life," adds Dr. Hariprasad V.R. In the podcast, Dr. Hariprasad shares a few tips about the readily available herbs in our kitchen garden or the market, which helps in boos...

We often find ourselves racing to achieve our goals and ambitions without realizing that our health is taking a back seat. The second episode of House of Wellness features Dr. Srikanth, who briefly explains the three guiding principles to lead a healthy lifestyle. “All three principles work together to form the foundation stone of preventive management of diseases apart from assisting in healthy l...

In our first episode of House of Wellness, a podcast powered by Himalaya Wellness Company, we delve into the wisdom of Ayurveda. Dr. Vijendra Prakash of Himalaya Wellness Company talks briefly about Ayurveda and the science behind India's ancient healing system. We learn eight specialties dealt with in Ayurveda. As we discuss further, we understand what determines the unique constitution of the hu...