Ayurvedic Healing And Beyond
Ayurvedic Healing And Beyond

Ayurvedic Healing And Beyond

Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)

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In Ayurveda we say, health is the foundation to enjoy the beauty of life. This podcast is a guide for you to reconnect with the most powerful, natural healing resources in order to benefit from optimal health and vitality. We will give you simple tools and practical advice to easily integrate herbal remedies and ancient healing methods such as meditation, breathing practices and ayurvedic nutrition into your modern lifestyle. Tune in and be inspired by enlightening stories from genuine healers around the world and individuals sharing how natural healing transformed their life.

Recent Episodes

#273 Why So Many Women Are Developing Hashimoto’s Today with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay) and Dr. Dixa Bhavsar
MAY 9, 2026
#273 Why So Many Women Are Developing Hashimoto’s Today with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay) and Dr. Dixa Bhavsar
The 14-Day Ayurvedic Reset at Sitaram RetreatThis 14-day program at Sitaram Retreat focuses on resetting the body’s natural balance, creating the conditions in which sustainable healing can finally happen without quick fixes. If you have been struggling with autoimmune conditions, menopause, burnout, or stagnant weight loss, then consider taking time out for a deep reset and authentic healing. Check out www.sitaramretreat.com or Chat Here: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=8138888912&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0 BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana - the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. With over 6 hrs of content and notes filled with practical insights that can be integrated into our lives. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com Explore Hashimoto’s from both a clinical and lived perspective from Dr Dixa’s experience and understand how Hashimoto’s is different from hypothyroidism, what happens in the body, and what can be done to manage the condition effectively. A key focus of this conversation is why Hashimoto’s is more common in women today. Episode Highlights:How is Hashimoto different from regular hypothyroidism?Common early symptoms of Hashimoto'The role of gut health and nutrient deficiencies in Hashimoto’sKey Lifestyle Factors for Healing Hashimoto'sDietary patterns that worsen Hashimoto's symptomsLong-term lifestyle changes for Hashimoto'sTimestamps:00:00 – 08:30: Diagnosis, journey, medication fears, lifestyle & stress 08:30 – 16:30: Mindset, emotions, Hashimoto’s basics & self-worth 16:30 – 24:30: Thyroid vs autoimmune, gut health, brain fog & awareness 24:30 – 32:00: Self-love, discipline, balance, weight & routine 32:00 – 40:00: Movement, habits, intention, food & environment 40:00 – 48:00: Inclusion, sustainability & mindset shifts 48:00 – 50:00: Final reflectionsAbout Dr. Dixa BhavsarDr. Dixa Bhavsar is an Ayurvedic doctor specialising in women’s health, particularly thyroid, hormonal, and autoimmune conditions. Having personally experienced Hashimoto’s, her approach combines clinical understanding with lived experience, focusing on sustainable lifestyle practices and long-term well-being.About Dr Vignesh Devraj: Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma.If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-istIf you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation here. or copy paste this in your browser: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform )Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevrajLinkedin - Dr Vignesh Devraj Twitter - @VigneshDevrajWe truly hope you are enjoying our content. Thanks for your support.Disclaimer: We don’t recommend using this as medical advice for any medical conditions.
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#273 Why So Many Women Are Developing Hashimoto’s Today with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay) and Dr. Dixa Bhavsar
MAY 6, 2026
#273 Why So Many Women Are Developing Hashimoto’s Today with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay) and Dr. Dixa Bhavsar
The 14-Day Ayurvedic Reset at Sitaram RetreatThis 14-day program at Sitaram Retreat focuses on resetting the body’s natural balance, creating the conditions in which sustainable healing can finally happen without quick fixes. If you have been struggling with autoimmune conditions, menopause, burnout, or stagnant weight loss, then consider taking time out for a deep reset and authentic healing. Check out www.sitaramretreat.com or Chat Here: https://api.whatsapp.com/send/?phone=8138888912&text&type=phone_number&app_absent=0 BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana - the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. With over 6 hrs of content and notes filled with practical insights that can be integrated into our lives. Link: https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com Explore Hashimoto’s from both a clinical and lived perspective from Dr Dixa’s experience and understand how Hashimoto’s is different from hypothyroidism, what happens in the body, and what can be done to manage the condition effectively. A key focus of this conversation is why Hashimoto’s is more common in women today. Episode Highlights:How is Hashimoto different from regular hypothyroidism?Common early symptoms of Hashimoto'The role of gut health and nutrient deficiencies in Hashimoto’sKey Lifestyle Factors for Healing Hashimoto'sDietary patterns that worsen Hashimoto's symptomsLong-term lifestyle changes for Hashimoto'sTimestamps:00:00 – 08:30: Diagnosis, journey, medication fears, lifestyle & stress 08:30 – 16:30: Mindset, emotions, Hashimoto’s basics & self-worth 16:30 – 24:30: Thyroid vs autoimmune, gut health, brain fog & awareness 24:30 – 32:00: Self-love, discipline, balance, weight & routine 32:00 – 40:00: Movement, habits, intention, food & environment 40:00 – 48:00: Inclusion, sustainability & mindset shifts 48:00 – 50:00: Final reflectionsAbout Dr. Dixa BhavsarDr. Dixa Bhavsar is an Ayurvedic doctor specialising in women’s health, particularly thyroid, hormonal, and autoimmune conditions. Having personally experienced Hashimoto’s, her approach combines clinical understanding with lived experience, focusing on sustainable lifestyle practices and long-term well-being.About Dr Vignesh Devraj: Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma.If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-istIf you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation here. or copy paste this in your browser: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform )Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevrajLinkedin - Dr Vignesh Devraj Twitter - @VigneshDevrajWe truly hope you are enjoying our content. Thanks for your support.Disclaimer: We don’t recommend using this as medical advice for any medical conditions.
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#272 Perimenopause: The Missing Conversation Every Woman Must Have with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)
APR 29, 2026
#272 Perimenopause: The Missing Conversation Every Woman Must Have with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)
Menopause isn’t a sudden event; it’s a transition that begins 5-10 years earlier. In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj explains what really happens during perimenopause and menopause, why symptoms like hot flashes, anxiety, and poor sleep feel unpredictable, and how your earlier lifestyle and menstrual health shape this phase.From an Ayurvedic perspective, menopause is a stage of depletion where resilience reduces, and the body becomes more sensitive. This episode also explores when Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) may help, the role of lifestyle changes and Panchakarma, and why preparing in your 30s and 40s can make the transition smoother.Episode HighlightsUnderstanding perimenopause: the phase that begins 5–10 years earlierThe concept of menopause as a “second puberty.”How lifestyle, stress, and menstrual history shape your menopausal experienceThe Ayurvedic perspective: menopause as a depletion and sensitivity phaseHormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): when it helps and when it may not be necessaryThe importance of preparing in your 30s and 40s for a smoother transitionPanchakarma and lifestyle corrections as preventive toolsReframing menopause as a reset, not a declineEpisode Timestamps00:00 - 01:30: Why menopause still feels confusing01:30 - 03:00: Menopause as a “second puberty.”03:00 - 05:00: Why menopause happens biologically05:00 - 06:00: Your menopause is a continuation of your past06:00 - 10:00: Ayurveda on menopause & Hormone Replacement Therapy10:00 - 11:30: Lifestyle changes and Panchakarma 11:30 - 12:30: Can menopause be delayed?About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma.If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-istIf you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation here. (or copy paste this in your browser: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform )BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana - the life energy, the nervous system - the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. Watch my practical inputs that can be integrated into our life at https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevrajTwitter - @VigneshDevrajWe truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support.Disclaimer: - We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions.
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#271 Return to Abundance: A Guided Meditation on Effortless Receiving with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)
APR 22, 2026
#271 Return to Abundance: A Guided Meditation on Effortless Receiving with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)
This 12-minute guided meditation invites you to shift your understanding of abundance from something you chase to something you allow. Through gentle breath awareness, body relaxation, and subtle inner observation, this practice helps you reconnect with the natural flow of abundance already present within you.Episode HighlightsGrounding into the present moment through breathReleasing physical tension and mental contractionRecognizing the body’s innate intelligence and continuous supportUnderstanding abundance as a state of openness, not effortShifting from “lack” to “receiving”Reconnecting with moments of ease, flow, and effortless alignmentCultivating trust in life’s natural rhythmHow to Use This Meditation:Ideal for mornings to set an open, receptive toneUseful during moments of stress, overwhelm, or tightnessCan be practiced daily to build a deeper sense of ease and trust About Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma.If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link: https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-istIf you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation here. (or copy paste this in your browser: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform )BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana - the life energy, the nervous system - the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery. Watch my practical inputs that can be integrated into our life at https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com Instagram - @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevrajTwitter - @VigneshDevrajWe truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support.Disclaimer: - We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions.
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#270 Migraine: Causes, Triggers, and Ayurvedic Management with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)
APR 15, 2026
#270 Migraine: Causes, Triggers, and Ayurvedic Management with Dr Vignesh Devraj MD (Ay)
What if your migraine isn’t random, but your body trying to tell you something important?In this episode, Dr. Vignesh Devraj breaks down why migraine is not just a headache and why simply escaping triggers or taking painkillers isn’t enough. From inflammation to the surprising link between gut health and migraines, this episode connects modern science with Ayurvedic insight. You’ll discover how sleep, stress, digestion, and daily routine quietly shape your migraine patterns and why Ayurveda sees it as a deeper imbalance of Vata and Pitta, not an isolated issue.If you’ve been managing migraines but not understanding them, this episode offers a completely different lens and a way forward.Episode Highlights:Why migraine is a real physiological conditionThe role of the trigeminal nerve & inflammation Migraine Triggers are not randomLifestyle, Gut health and migraines Understanding migraine as ArdhavabhedakaClinical insights on Panchakarma therapies for MigrainesA step-by-step lifestyle and recovery framework Timestamps:00:00 - 01:00: Migraine is not imaginary01:00 - 02:00: What actually happens during a migraine02:00 - 03:30: Common triggers & environmental changes03:30 - 04:30: Gut-brain connection04:30 - 09:00: Migraine as Ardhavabhedaka09:00 - 15:30: Panchakarma & Ayurveda Remedies for Migraine15:30 – 16:30: Lifestyle Changes for Panchakarma16:30 – 17:39 Rethinking migraineAbout Dr Vignesh Devraj Dr Vignesh Devraj is a fourth-generation Ayurvedic physician and the founder of Sitaram Retreat, Kerala, a space for authentic healing. He is a committed practitioner and researcher of Panchakarma.If you are interested in doing a one-on-one Ayurvedic consultation with Dr Vignesh Devraj please find the details in this link:  https://calendly.com/drvignesh/30-minute-session-with-dr-vignesh-devraj-md-ay-istIf you are economically challenged, please use the form provided to request a free Ayurvedic consultation here. (or copy paste this in your browser:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd29nHcrC1RssR-6WAqWCWQWKKJo7nGcEm8ITEl2-ErcnfVEg/viewform )BALANCING THE MIGHTY VATA - ONLINE COURSE NOW AVAILABLE Vata is responsible for Prana - the life energy, the nervous system - the master panel of our body, and our emotions. In Ayurveda, it is mentioned that controlling Vata is the most difficult part of healing and recovery.  Watch my practical inputs that can be integrated into our life at https://vigneshdevraj.com/balancing-the-mighty-vata/ For further information about Dr Vignesh Devraj, kindly visit www.vigneshdevraj.com and www.sitaramretreat.com Instagram -  @sitarambeachretreat | @vigneshdevrajTwitter - @VigneshDevrajWe truly hope you are enjoying our content. Leave your review and subscribe to the podcast, so you’ll never miss out on any new episodes. Thanks for your support.Disclaimer: - We strongly do not recommend using the content of these episodes as medical advice for any medical conditions. 
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18 MIN