150: Ayurveda 101 - Discover Yoga's Ancient Sister Science

Ayurveda, often referred to as traditional Indian medicine, offers us a truly holistic look at health and wellness. From understanding your own personal constitution to the food you eat and the energies impacting you continuously, Ayurveda is truly a perfect pairing for yoga-minded students.

My guest today is, Ananta Ripa Ajmera, founder of "Whole Yoga & Ayurveda" a health practice using Ayurveda Health Consultations, Private Yoga Classes, and workshop series to help clients transform.

Ananta is a certified yoga teacher, Ayurvedic Health Practitioner, and a graduate from NYU Stern Business School. You may have seen her writing on ElephantJournal, MindBodyGreen, CureJoy.com, Vivid Life, DoYouYoga.com, ABCNews.com, and LIVESTRONG.com.

In this Show, You'll learn:

• What is Ayurveda, and why is it of interest to yoga students
• The elemental energies at play in our world, bodies and lives
• Quick tips to getting started with Ayurvedic principles to your life
• Tri-doshic or sattvic foods and activities
• Strengths and drawbacks of practicing Ayurveda

Links & References from the Show:

Ananta’s site: www.wholeyoga-ayurveda.com

Online dosha test: http://doshaquiz.chopra.com/

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