In this episode of the Functionally Enlightened Podcast, Sharon Surita, PhD, BCFDNP sits down with Dr. Shivani Gupta, PhD—Ayurvedic practitioner, founder of Fusionary Formulas, and a leading voice bridging ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern clinical science. We break down how Ayurveda approaches chronic inflammation, gut dysfunction, and persistent pain through a highly bio-individual framework—including the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha), “digestive fire,” and living in rhythm with your circadian clock.You’ll also hear a grounded conversation on turmeric/curcumin: what matters for quality and absorption, practical dosing considerations, and key safety notes (including situations where higher-dose turmeric may not be appropriate).If you’re navigating chronic illness and want a clearer, more personalized roadmap—this episode will help you connect the dots between food, lifestyle rituals, inflammation drivers, and sustainable healing.Don’t forget to subscribe, like, and share. Drop a comment with topics you want us to cover next.Timestamps / Chapters 00:00 Intro01:15 Dr. Shivani’s story + why Ayurveda05:40 Doshas & “Elemental Design” in real life 12:10 Gut health, digestion, and daily rituals18:05 Inflammation patterns + chronic pain framework28:20 Turmeric: quality, absorption, and safe use 30:10 Practical first steps (low-friction habits)32:30 Wrap-up + resourcesWhat we cover-What Ayurveda is and why it remains clinically relevant today -The doshas (Vata/Pitta/Kapha): traits, tendencies, and how they inform protocols-Gut health through an Ayurvedic lens: “digestive fire,” meals, and simple daily practices-Inflammation + chronic pain: building a lifestyle-first plan before “more supplements”-Turmeric/curcumin: formulation considerations, absorption, and safety contraindications -How to start: small shifts that compound (sleep, rhythm, food-first upgrades)Key takeaways-Personalized care matters: your “type,” rhythm, and stress response change how you should eat and recover. -Chronic inflammation is rarely a single lever—Ayurveda organizes the chaos into patterns you can act on.-Turmeric quality and bioavailability matter; “more” isn’t always better, and safety context is essential. About Dr. Shivani GuptaDr. Shivani Gupta is an Ayurvedic practitioner with over 20 years of experience and is the founder of Fusionary Formulas. She’s known for translating Ayurvedic principles into practical, modern tools to support inflammation, pain, energy, and gut health. ResourcesDr. Shivani Gupta (main site): https://shivanigupta.com/Fusionary Formulas: https://fusionaryformulas.com/?sca_ref=10397658.v9lG6kUXPaJ3d0(USE CODE: ENLIGHTENED for 15% discount on first-time orders)Turmeric/Curcumin safety + usage overview (Fusionary blog): https://fusionaryformulas.com/blogs/news/turmeric-and-curcumin-everything-you-need-to-know-about-their-use-safety-and-scientific-benefitsThe Inflammation Code (book page / preorder): https://www.theinflammationcode.com
