
Empowering Women Over 40 with Ayurveda: Unlocking the Secrets to Thriving Through Menopause - Shivani Gupta #034
About My Guest
Dr. Shivani is an Ayurvedic practitioner and expert in fusing Eastern and Western practices that help our bodies achieve equilibrium. She completed her Master’s in Ayurvedic Sciences, her PhD on Turmeric and is also the founder of Fusionary Formulas, an Ayurvedic company that helps people with inflammation and pain.
Inflammation is a root cause for many health issues in our lives and we have the power to overcome it. Her passion is teaching at-home remedies to reduce inflammation naturally which will help you enjoy more energy, less brain fog, less pain, and ultimately achieve vibrant health! Dr. Shivani has practiced Ayurvedic medicine for over 20 years and her approach is to show you the tools in your toolkit, so you can reach for them every time you need them.
Summary
In this illuminating conversation between Leah Vachani and Dr. Shivani Gupta, listeners discover how the 5,000-year-old practice of Ayurveda offers powerful solutions for women's health challenges, particularly during and after menopause.
Dr. Gupta shares how chronic inflammation—often mistaken for normal aging—underlies many health concerns, and reveals how Ayurvedic principles can address these issues through personalized approaches based on one's unique constitution (dosha). The discussion highlights the central importance of gut health and circadian rhythm alignment for overall wellness.
Practical takeaways include the transformative benefits of incorporating anti-inflammatory herbs like turmeric, implementing simple self-care rituals, and making mindful dietary adjustments. Dr. Gupta emphasizes that small, consistent changes can yield remarkable improvements in health and vitality, empowering women to take charge of their wellbeing through accessible Ayurvedic practices.
This insightful interview provides both Ayurvedic wisdom and actionable strategies for women seeking natural approaches to thrive during life's transitions.
Key Insights:
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Ayurveda and Its Relevance
03:03 Understanding Inflammation and Its Impact
09:09 Ayurvedic Practices for Menopause
13:17 The Power of Turmeric and Other Herbs
19:52 Ayurvedic Self-Care Rituals
26:51 Eating According to Nature's Clock
33:05 Getting Started with Ayurveda
Resources
Get your free Ayurvedic Anti-Inflammatory Cookbook by Dr. Shivani here.
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