Rooted & Nourished - An Ayurveda Podcast series

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A limited series podcast to explore plant-based nutrition by combining modern science, everyday practicality, and Ayurvedic principles—without dogma, guilt, or extremes. 

Episodes

  1. Episode 7 - Common Myths — Ayurveda vs Food Fear

    Mar 11

    Episode 7 - Common Myths — Ayurveda vs Food Fear

    Opening   “Somewhere along the way, food became something to fear. Let’s change that.” Core Points   Raw vs cookedGrains and fats re-framedClean eating anxietyRhythm over restrictionPractical Takeaways   Reintroduce foods gentlyEat consistentlyLet go of perfectionListener Reflection   What food rules do you follow automatically?Who taught them to you?How would eating feel without fear?

    5 min
  2. Episode 6 - Plant-Based Before It Was Cool: Culture, Tradition, and Sustainability

    Mar 4

    Episode 6 - Plant-Based Before It Was Cool: Culture, Tradition, and Sustainability

    Culture, Tradition, and Sustainability   Opening   “Plant-based eating didn’t start on social media—it started in home kitchens.” Core Points   Cultural plant-based traditionsAyurveda and seasonal eatingSustainability without guiltEating close to homePractical Takeaways   Shop seasonal produceRevisit cultural staplesSimplify ingredients & reduce food wasteListener Reflection   What foods feel familiar and comforting and are part of your cultural background?How seasonal is your diet?What does sustainability mean to you personally?

    7 min
  3. Episode 5 - The Doshas — Why One Diet Doesn’t Fit Everyone

    Feb 25

    Episode 5 - The Doshas — Why One Diet Doesn’t Fit Everyone

    Opening   “Have you ever followed someone else’s ‘perfect diet’ and felt worse?” Core Points   Vata, Pitta, Kapha explained simplyWhy personalization mattersClimate, stress, life stageUsing doshas as awareness, not labelsPractical Takeaways   Notice temperature preferencesAdjust textures and spicesStop copying platesReflection   Do you run cold, hot, or heavy?How does stress affect your digestion?What foods ground you?

    6 min
  4. Episode 4 - Energy, Fatigue & Food

    Feb 18

    Episode 4 - Energy, Fatigue & Food

    “If you’re eating ‘healthy’ but still tired, this episode is for you.” Core Points   Ojas: long-term vitalityBlood sugar swings vs steady energyWhy under-eating backfiresComfort foods that healPractical Takeaways   Don’t skip mealsFavor grounding breakfastsReduce reliance on caffeineReflection   When does your energy dip?Do you eat enough—or just light?What foods feel truly sustaining?

    5 min
  5. Episode 3 - Protein, Strength, and Stability — An Ayurvedic Reality Check

    Feb 11

    Episode 3 - Protein, Strength, and Stability — An Ayurvedic Reality Check

    Protein is probably the number one question people ask about plant-based eating—so let’s talk about it calmly and honestly. Core Points   Ayurveda focuses on nourishment, not numbersProtein absorption depends on digestionPlant proteins across culturesStrength vs heavinessTakeaways   Combine legumes + grainsEat protein consistently, not excessivelyNotice energy, not just intakeReflection   Do you worry about protein—or trust your body?How do you feel after protein-heavy meals?What does strength mean to you?

    5 min
  6. Episode 2: The Digestive Fire — Why How You Eat Matters More Than What You Eat

    Feb 4

    Episode 2: The Digestive Fire — Why How You Eat Matters More Than What You Eat

    Rooted & Nourished Podcast Series Episode 2: The Digestive Fire — Why How You Eat Matters More Than What You Eat Opening “Have you ever eaten a meal that looked healthy on paper—but left you tired, bloated, or uncomfortable?” Core Points Agni = digestion + metabolism + assimilationWhy raw and cold foods don’t work for everyoneTraditional wisdom behind cooking, spices, soakingStress and digestion connectionPractical Takeaways Eat warm meals more oftenSit down to eat (no multitasking)Add ginger, cumin, fennelReflection When do you feel most comfortable after eating?How rushed are your meals?What’s one digestion-supporting habit you can try?

    6 min
  7. Episode 1: What Plant-Based Really Means (Then & Now)

    Jan 28

    Episode 1: What Plant-Based Really Means (Then & Now)

    Rooted & Nourished Podcast series Episode 1 - What Plant-Based Really Means (Then & Now) Opening “If you’ve ever felt confused by food trends—one day something’s healthy, the next day it’s not—you’re not alone. Today, I want to slow things down and talk about what plant-based eating really means… and what it doesn’t.” Core Points Plant-based as emphasis, not eliminationAyurveda’s view: food supports life, not identityWhy extremes don’t lastDigestion > dogmaPractical Takeaways Think “plant-forward” instead of plant-perfectStart noticing how meals feel, not just how they lookReflection What originally drew you to plant-based eating?Does food currently feel supportive or stressful?Where could you ease up?

    6 min
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A limited series podcast to explore plant-based nutrition by combining modern science, everyday practicality, and Ayurvedic principles—without dogma, guilt, or extremes. 

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