151 | Ayurveda as a Science

Join Angela in this solo episode: Ayurveda as a Science. This episode is inspired by Angela's recent teaching job to University students who are receiving a Holistic Health Minor. Angela appreciates that by listening you have an open mind, are interested in learning, and are committed to spreading the word about Ayurveda in a way that's truthful and authentic as much as possible. In this episode, learn more about: • Wikipedia's description of Ayurveda • What is Science? • Recognizing the value of Science and also realizing its limitations on the ability to measure subtleties • Overview of four Scientific studies of Ayurveda • Research shown on the incredible health benefits of Alternate Nostril Breathing and Yin Yoga • and more! Studies Discussed: -Integrity of Ayurveda -Prakriti-based research: Good reporting practices  -The Microbiome in Health and Disease from the Perspective of Modern Medicine and Ayurveda-Yoga Nidra research   Previous episodes mentioned: 66 | Interview with Bernie Clark: Yin Yoga Explained — https://simpleayurveda.com/episode-66-interview-with-bernie-clark/ 85 | Interview with Kathy Jo Staheli: All About Panchakarma — https://simpleayurveda.com/episode-85-interview-with-kathy-jo-staheli/   ------ Learn more about Angela and her work: Website: https://simpleayurveda.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simple_ayurveda and https://www.instagram.com/simpleayurvedapodcast Join The Simple Ayurveda Collective: an affordable ongoing support system that offers Ayurveda broken down into bit-sized pieces so that you are fully able to understand and incorporate this amazing ancient science into your own life. Receive access to video lessons with new content each month, private support group OFF of Facebook, seasonal suggestions, simple recipes, and more! Learn more: www.simpleayurveda.com/membership