Holistic Healing with Vasudha Rai

It’s a diet that’s both misused and misunderstood. Vasudha chats with internal medicine MD and functional medicine doctor, Dr Anjali Hooda, who has also authored the book, Think, Eat, Live Smart, to understand the benefits of Keto that go beyond weight loss, how to follow the diet correctly and what are the contraindications. 

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How to eat, what to eat, when to eat, how much liquids to drink. Vasudha chats with Dr Vignesh Devraj (a 4th generation ayurvedic practitioner and founder of the Sitaram Beach Retreat, Kerala) who breaks down everything you wanted to know about superior gut health in a simple, entertaining and informative episode.

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Wood, fire, earth, metal and water. The five elements in TCM govern not only the seasons but also our internal organs. Vasudha chats with Dr Lilly-Marie Blecher, who is a naturopathic doctor and doctor of oriental medicine and is the medical director Soneva Soul. Tune in to this episode to understand how you can optimise your health by being in touch with the seasons and these elements. 

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In this episode Vasudha chats with macrobiotic nutritionist, chef, and author of several health books, Shonali Sabherwal, to understand how our lifestyle and diet impact our bones, why is magnesium so improtant and how to get enough calcium and vitamin D.

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Autism is not an illness but a unique way of being human. In this episode Vasudha talks to Dr Barry Prizant who’s one of the world’s leading experts on autism. He has authored the groundbreaking book Uniquely Human and also runs a podcast by the same name. He talks about the therapies that work, the ones that don’t and how the future hold promise for autistic individuals and hope for their parents.

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Whether it’s pollution or mental stress, the environment we live in affects hormones in both men and women. In this episode, Vasudha talks to one of India’s best gynaecologists to understand the effect of emotional trauma, xenoestrogens and other endocrine disrupters, plus what we can do to protect ourselves.

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Navigating the challenges of breast cancer is hard. So we got Dr Liz O’Riordan who was a breast surgeon and has battled breast cancer twice. She’s also the co-author the book The Complete Guide to Breast Cancer and runs a podcast called Don’t Ignore The Elephant. She talks about how to deal with the diagnosis, lifestyle changes to reduce your chances and flourishing after you’ve battled this dreaded disease.

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If you’ve lived with migraines you’d know that there are many lifestyle related triggers that can set them off. Vasudha chats with Nidhi Pandya Bhanshali, a third-generation 
classically trained Ayurvedic practitioner who practises between Mumbai and New York and gives unusual insights on why they happen, how you can deal with one, and what the temperature of your blood has to do with it.

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Vasudha talks to bestselling author and naturopathic doctor Lara Briden who’s written books such as Period Repair Manual and Hormone Repair Manual. From diagnosing the disease correctly, to the different types of PCOS, to the many ways you can reverse the disease and reduce it’s symptoms, you’ll find it all in this episode.

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Did you know that vitamin D not only affects your bones but also your skin, brain and cellular health? To talk about the importance of this essential nutrient we have Shonali Sabherwal, macrobiotic nutritionist, chef, and author of three books including The Detox Diet. Sabherwal talks about how to take vitamin D, plus the relation between your gut health and this vitamin.

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It’s not just about diet and exercise. Our health is also dependent on our daily routines. In this episode we have Dr Naresh Perumbuduri, senior ayurvedic physician at Ananda in The Himalayas to talk about dinacharya, ratricharya and rituals such as oil pulling and nasya.

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Whether its child sexual abuse, domestic abuse or PTSD, traumatic experiences affect us both physically and emotionally. A psychologist with over 25 years experience, Anna also serves as the chairperson of the board of trustees of The Live Love Laugh Foundation, founded by Deepika Padukone. In the episode she talks about what are the impacts of trauma and methods to let go 

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It’s the structural fabric in our skin, it lubricates our joints and depletes as we age. One of India’s best dermatologists and author of an award-winning book on skincare, Dr Jaishree Sharad talks about the foods, supplements and treatments that help boost collagen.

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Also known as America’s ‘Healthy Heart Doc’ Dr Joel Kahn is triple board certified and practices traditional, holistic and metabolic cardiology. He’s written six best-selling books on holistic heart health and always says that heart disease can be prevented. In this episode he talks about the diet and lifestyle changes you can make to have a healthy heart. Moreover, she talks about how to prevent heart diseases.

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Your breath has the power to energize, relax, relieve anxiety and boost your health. And yet, we rarely practice pranayama. For this episode we have seasoned yoga guru Seema Sondhi, founder of The Yoga Studio, Delhi to talk about how you can practice pranayama on the road.

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Can traditional medicine help reduce the symptoms of this incurable disease? Dr Abhijit Jinde, director of Tanman Ayurvedic Research Centre and founder Sukhayu Ayurveda, gives us the 10 point agenda to fight this difficult condition.

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Holistic healing in its complete form goes beyond herbs and supplements. It also includes intangible elements such as positivity, prayer and gratitude, which help boost health over the long term. Dr Mankul Goyal gives us a peek into the world of integrative medicine.

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You don’t need to kill yourself in the gym, you don’t need to stress your body or cause injury. Celebrity fitness trainer Sumaya Dalmia reveals simple routines and easy, everyday habits that will get you in your best shape.

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Seasoned physician and principal of the DY Patil College of Ayurved and research, Dr Gunvant Yeola demystifies the concept of vata, pitta and kapha. From identification, to dosha-specific diets and everyday rituals, Dr Yeola simplifies this elemental concept so that it is understandable for all.

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Healing is part medicine part magic. In this episode kundalini yoga teacher Malini Ramani talks about the power of the mind and how postive thoughts lead to powerful results.

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From lifestyle changes to home made remedies, natural beauty expert and product formulator Suparna Trikha talks about how you can clear adult acne. Learn to employ herbs and spices from your kitchen to create skin potions that heal and clear your skin.

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Create bespoke health rituals by knowing your own unique body type. Whether you’re challenged with thyroid or insulin, you can tailor your diet and fitness routines to fill yourself to the brim with health.

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Why is eating out of a packet dangerous? What should we be on the lookout for when going through the ingredients list? Find out how to improve your nutrition and up your fitness level, this week, on the latest episode of Holistic Healing with Vasudha Rai.

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With over 20 years experience teaching and practicing this ancient science, Dr Jinde reveals the habits, foods, herbs and rituals that help boost immunity, during and beyond the pandemic.

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The Science of Mudras with Mala Baruah: In this episode meditation guru and wellness consultant Mala Barua explains the basics of mudras, their benefits, and simple variations that balance doshas and fill you to the brim with health.

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In this episode respected physiotherapist and sports medicine expert Dr Chandan Chawla talks about identifying and healing from sports injuries, the importance of rest and recovery, and habits that make your workouts more effective.

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Listen to the rhythms of your skin, understand it’s reactions and the internal causes with this Columbia-educated celebrity dermatologist.

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Aromatherapy in everyday life with Dr Blossom Kochhar: Enjoy your time at home learning how to make blended oils for health, beauty and wellness with this renowned aromatherapist. Learn the correct proportions, benefits of oils and DIY recipes. Keep your pencils at the ready.

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Is running a complicated thing to do? Do you also have questions as to what steps to take, what shoes to wear and where to begin?
This week’s guest, Delhi’s famous running coach, Nakul Butta would clarify all your doubts on running and will tell you how you, as a beginner, can run, notwithstanding your age, weight and level of physical fitness, on Holistic Healing with Vasudha Rai.

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