Ayurvedic Healing And Beyond

In today’s episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is exploring the one single behavioural pattern that is the root cause for so many diseases we see. It's about doing everything in a last minute rush. In today’s times, we have unfortunately glorified and almost take pride in being constantly busy and indulge in doing things under a last minute rush without realizing the health issues it causes us. This ep...

In today’s episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is exploring the manogunas - that is the qualities of our mind.  In Ayurveda, there are three specific qualities associated with the mind - Rajas, tamas and Satva. This episode discussed what each of these qualities stand for, whether one is better than the other or not and how to work with these qualities together to live a healthy life. The topics discussed...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is sharing his insights on the most common questions people have when they plan their Panchakarma treatment. Choosing the right centre, planning the number of days and figuring out all the do’s and dont’s before and after your Panchakarma treatment can be really overwhelming, and we hope these answers help ease your process and help you have a calm and comfortabl...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Dr. Anoop Kumar, an emergency physician and the co-founder of Health Revolution. Having spent most of his life exploring philosophy, science, spirituality, and medicine, Dr Kumar raises some very interesting questions on the current understanding of the human anatomical model which opens brilliant conversations on how the current diagnostic and tr...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj and Claudia Welch share an interesting conversation about their  individual understanding of the past and the future of Ayurveda. They also explore various topics like the importance of Satsanga, the power of Sankalpa and the dying arts of our culture, while  discussing how to retain these pockets of wisdom for the future generations.  Claudia is a lifelong stude...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Salila Sukumaran, an Ayurveda health coach, who shares her experience of how the power of Dinacharya - daily routines changed her life, and how she is now passing on the same knowledge to her clients from across the globe. Salila is a 4th generation Ayurveda Healer, TEDx speaker, Ayurvedic Nutritionist, Chef, Educator & Kundalini Yogi based in...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Gopi Kallayil, Chief Business Strategist, AI at Google who is also an avid yoga teacher and practitioner, a triathlete, public speaker, and a global traveler. Together, they explore the paradox of the modern world where on one hand the world is rapidly moving towards unprecedented rise in technology, comfort and abundance while it is also disconne...

In the spirit of completing 150 episodes of ‘Ayurvedic Healing and Beyond’, today’s show is a throwback to the most profound insights Dr Vignesh has learnt in this journey. So far, the podcast has witnessed more than 100 inspiring guests, and even though each episode spoke about different aspects of healing, there is also something common that resonated with Dr Vignesh's own insights gained th...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Wim Hof, also known as The IceMan, who is popular for performing unbelievable feats in extreme cold temperatures. We discuss the Wim Hof Method, which was born out of his own experience, and is a combination of breathing, cold therapy and mental commitment offering a range of healing benefits.  The topics discussed in this episode are:  Breaking t...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Explains if people with Vata Dominance do ICe Bath And his personal experience This is also a prequel to the next episode interview with Wim Hof For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested in doing one-on-one Ayurvedic co...

In this insightful episode, join Dr Vignesh Devraj as he engages in a compelling conversation with Dr Neha Sangwan, M.D., the CEO and founder of Intuitive Intelligence. Dr Sangwan, a respected internal medicine physician, international speaker, and corporate communication expert, provides valuable insights into burnout recovery and empowerment. Get ready to delve into the upcoming book "Power...

In this insightful episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj engages in a captivating conversation with Paula Crossfield, a renowned business coach and Vedic astrologer, shedding light on the profound connection between money, abundance, and our inner mindset. Join us as we delve into how running a business can become a spiritual practice and explore the origins of money blocks that often hold us back. Paula sha...

In today's episode Dr Vignesh Devraj is sharing an episode where he was interviewed in Well Woman Podcasts by the host Jema Lee.  The topics discussed in the episode include  The biggest imbalances that Dr Vignesh sees in women’s health (09:41) Dr Vignesh’s approach to healing thyroid issues (20:25) What to expect during a stay at the Sitaram retreat centre (26:01) The importance of learning t...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj Interviews Jenny Pietzsch a Yoga Nidra & Ayurveda Practitioner from Alberta Canada The Topics Discussed in this episode include What is Yoga Nidra Why it is important for us Why active recovery is important How to use yoga nidra for our benefits  For more information About Jenny Pietzsch - The JOY of Ayurveda (@jennypietzsch) • Instagram photos and videos Fac...

In today's episode, Dr Vignesh interviews Raj Sisodia the co-founder and former chairman of conscious capitalism. He is the best-selling author of healing organisations, Shakti Leadership and his latest book Awaken - the path to Purpose, inner peace and Healing about which we will be deep diving.  Our conversations include topics on  Why purpose-driven organisations are better for the planet,...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj Interviews Eddie Stern a Yoga Teacher, and the Author of the book - A simple thing - a New Look at the Science of Yoga and How it can transform your life The Topics Discussed in this episode include What makes yoga more than a workout Where does yoga become a mere workout missing out on the overall transformational element? Importance of pranayama, savasana and r...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj explains the Mindset, Habits, Do’s and Don’ts to keep healthy. For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested in doing one on one ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link - Ay...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj Interviews Dr Neha Sangwan, M.D., the author of the book Talk Rx - Five steps to honest conversations that create connection, health, and happiness. The topics discussed in this interview are 5 questions that can reveal many hidden feelings that lead to stress How to listen to your body Why it's important to have uncomfortable conversations Awareness Prescription...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj shares his pre covid, Lockdown and Post covid life changes and what it means to heal, as that could be different in many people. For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested in doing one on one ayurvedic consultatio...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is interviewing Thomas Tuchel, an award-winning Football coach considered as best by FIFA in 2021. As Thomas Tuchel visited Sitaram Beach Retreat for an Ayurveda Panchakarma experience, he agreed to be part of the podcast interview. The topics I discuss with him include His experience with Ayurveda and Panchakarma What are his healthy habits and what he does do t...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj explains why some patients feel tired during the initial days of their panchakarma therapy. For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested in doing one on one ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj please find...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj Interviews Dr Pankaj Vij, board certified in Internal Medicine and Lifestyle medicine and practices in Pleasanton, California. His areas of interest include lifestyle medicine, nutrition, fitness, and mindfulness. He is a graduate of the All-India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India. He is the Author of the book Turbo Metabolism: 8 weeks to a new you...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj Interviews Dr Scott Blossom, a practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda, and a renowned thought leader and educator knew for his depth and mastery of traditional Hatha Yoga. As a clinician and a teacher, Scott’s passion for helping and healing people centres around empowering students and clients to listen deeply to their inner guidance system. I...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj shares his love for the language of Sanskrit on the occasion of World Sanskrit Day on 12th of August. He shares how some words in Sanskrit are formed and how it evolved. For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com His Instagram handles are @sitarambeachretreat @vigneshdevraj If you are interested...

In this episode, Dr Vignesh Devraj is Sharing his recommendation on making the most out of your consultation with a medical professional. The topics discussed in this episode are: Dealing With Cyberchondria Why it is important to talk about your symptoms and not a self-diagnosed disease Why internet and google can be misleading Prioritising your health goal For further information about Dr Vignesh...