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Some five decades ago, the word cholesterol became a household term and the bad guy to blame for all our illnesses and health misfortunes. Heart attacks, Alzheimer’s disease, high blood pressure, you name it. As research progressed, decades later we began to hear: “But wait, there is good cholesterol too”. At present time, Western medicine is disco…
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#37 Ashoka, the Plant of Emotional Balance, Bliss, and Joy
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Ashoka means in Sanskrit that which takes away the grief. This holly ayurvedic plant is known for its beneficial effect on the hridya (the emotional heart); it lifts the spirit and conveys a feeling of blissful joy. Its medicinal properties include cooling effects that help to balance the excess of agni (fire) in the liver, pancreas, colon, and oth…
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Is it really that vaccines have never been proven to have a direct connection with autism, Alzheimer’s, and a roster of other endemic diseases that were a rarity half a century ago? Or is it the greatest big pharma cover-up of present time? America is sadly by far the country with the busiest vaccine schedule in the world. Children are expected to …
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Is it really that vaccines have never been proven to have a direct connection with autism, Alzheimer’s, and a roster of other endemic diseases that were a rarity half a century ago? Or is it the greatest big pharma cover-up of present time? America is sadly by far the country with the busiest vaccine schedule in the world. Children are expected to …
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In this episode, Dr. Lisa Rasking, D.C., Vaidya Mishra’s accomplished student and research collaborator, explains the dangers of consuming vegetables from the nightshade family. These veggies, which include eggplants, bell peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes, contain several neurotoxic substances, like nicotine and particularly solanine. These toxic ch…
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In this two-part dissertation, Dr. Teitelbaum explains all one needs to know about this indispensable vitamin to stay healthy. Among the many important roles of vitamin D in our physiology inhibiting cancer and assisting in the absorption of calcium are but two highlights. Unfortunately, in the US and most of the Western world, modern lifestyle has…
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In this two-part dissertation, Dr. Teitelbaum explains all one needs to know about this indispensable vitamin to stay healthy. Among the many important roles of vitamin D in our physiology inhibiting cancer and assisting in the absorption of calcium are but two highlights. Unfortunately, in the US and most of the Western world, modern lifestyle has…
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In this episode, Vaidya Mishra discusses the medicinal properties of the mucuna plant directly from the Sanskrit ancient text, highlighting its balancing properties over the five vata subdoshas. His distinguished disciple and long-time collaborator, Dr. Lisa Rasking, shares her research findings on modern science corroborating the accuracy of the a…
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This episode was recorded live with in-person and distant, Skype participants. The first section has Vaidya Mishra introducing the concept of marmas and their relation to the pranic energy as well as the SVA products he formulated to treat them. The second section is a step-by-step practicum guided by Dr. Melina Takvorian on how to massage each mar…
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#29 How to Clear Acne without Harming Your Body
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Hormonal changes, birth control pills, greasy fast food, and excessive refined sugars can all add up to a genetic predisposition that results in acne. Sadly, this skin disorder is frequently treated in the West through antibiotics and other medications that lower the action of our immune system and can result in inflammatory bowel disease, arthriti…
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In this day and age of massive exposure to poisonous chemicals and radiation in our everyday lives, hair weakening and eventual loss is a misfortunate reality for many men and women, older and younger. Frequently, it is addressed as a problem of the hair follicle and scalp when in reality its origin can be as deep as the health of bones and proper …
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According to Ayurveda, toxins are at the core of illnesses and physiological imbalances. In this full-coverage lecture, Vaidya Mishra addresses how to detox at home and explains the four types of toxins, the relevance of proper diet and digestion, how to properly prepare our body for the process of eliminating poisonous chemicals, and finally, how …
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According to the science of Ayurveda, sleeping is one of the three pillars that support life. It is during the soma-predominant hours of the night, when our mind and senses go to rest, that our body does the big work of replenishing ojas for the following day. Vaidya Mishra explains the cycle of sleep as understood by the millennia-old wisdom of Ay…
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Are you low in calcium? Are you high in calcium? No calcium level in your body is good if it's not matched to the level of MAGNESIUM in a ratio of one to one; and, in fact, all your calcium supplements can cause disasters in your physiology if not properly balanced. Vaidya Mishra used to call MAGNESIUM "the intelligence of the calcium" and in this …
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In this two-part lecture, Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum addresses the importance of the gut's microflora and the illnesses and imbalances that a decimated intestinal friendly bacteria is sure to produce in our physiology. She brilliantly explains the reasons why, from one generation to the next, Americans began to experience a myriad of food allergies, a…
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In this two-part lecture, Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum addresses the importance of the gut's microflora and the illnesses and imbalances that a decimated intestinal friendly bacteria is sure to produce in our physiology. She brilliantly explains the reasons why, from one generation to the next, Americans began to experience a myriad of food allergies, a…
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In this live-recorded presentation, Vaidya RK Mishra addresses a fascinating topic, the mind. PART 2 Covers the ayurvedic concept of mind as it relates to the five senses and the light of the soul. Vaidya explains the mind's abilities and attributes, dhee, dhriti, and smriti; and describes extensively the herbs and foods that nurture the brain and …
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#21 Mind and Mental Functions PART 1 (preliminary concepts)
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In this live-recorded presentation, Vaidya RK Mishra addresses a fascinating topic, the mind. PART 1 is an introduction covering preliminary concepts. It begins with a definition of the science of Ayurveda and the most pivotal elements: Prana, its nature and flow, its three main components, soma, agni, and marut, and its relation to the three dosha…
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#20 Pain Management the Ayurvedic Way
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In this informal talk held as a live session for the few fortunate participants who got a chance to sit at the feet of the master, Vaidya elaborates on the ayurvedic approach to Pain Management. He begins with a description of the fundamental millenia-old texts that form the foundation of his Shaka Vansya Ayurveda lineage: Charak Sanhita, Susrut Sa…
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#19 Vaidya R. K. Mishra - A True Visionary & Pioneer of Ayurveda Who Stood in a League of His Own
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In this special presentation, made as a tribute to Vaidya RK Mishra, her distinguished disciple, formulation tester, and patient consultation partner of 20 years, Dr. Marianne Teitelbaum, of whom Vaidya himself once said "She has the light of the rishis, and before I live this body, I want to teach her everything I know" summarizes Vaidya's inconme…
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In this live-recorded session Vaidya RK Mishra discusses the agnea nature of the eye organs, explains the Pitta subdoshas that govern their functioning, teaches the participants how to locate the facial marma points that affect their circulation of Prana and blood irrigation, introduces the recitation of the eye mantra of the Shaka Vansyia Ayurveda…
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#17 The Ayurvedic Answer to Electro-Magnetic Frequencies (EMF)
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Electro-Magnetic Frequencies are generated by all electrical and electronic devices that became part of our modern lifestyle, from cell phones to computers and from TV sets to air conditioners. Their electromagnetic radiations alter the flow of Prana in our physiology producing imbalances that compromise our health. Surprisingly, this contemporary …
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#16 Here's Why Ayurveda Says We Should Cook Our Food
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Many people nowadays have lots of raw vegetables, cold salads and juice their vegetables for various reasons. Some state that the cooking process destroys the enzymes in the food, others say juicing is good because it breaks down the cellulose fibers in the vegetables for better absorption into the cells. Lots of people would rather toss together a…
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#15 How to Make Home-made Yogurt - The Miracle Food for Your Gut Health
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Yogurt is an excellent way to replenish your gut with its probiotic cultures. However, it is best to make your own from a good yogurt starter as described in this video. Even the healthier brands of yogurt found in the health food stores are somewhat lacking in their live strains of probiotics. So if you make your own yogurt you can replenish the s…
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#14 Self-Marma Massage PART 3 (Questions and Answers)
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In PART 3, Vaidya RK Mishra answers all questions from the audience and shares insighful details of the practice of self-marma massage.By Vaidya Ramakant Mishra
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#13 Self-Marma Massage PART 2 (Practicum)
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PART 2 is the practicum or hands-on stage in which Vaidya RK Mishra guides the participant students step by step and shares all the secrets of his ancient family lineage, Shaka Vansia Ayurveda (SVA).By Vaidya Ramakant Mishra
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#12 Self-Marma Massage PART 1 (Introduction)
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In this PART 1 Vaidya RK Mishra explains the history and basic concepts of marma therapy as taught in main-stream ayurveda and, in contrast, in his particular, ancient family lineage of Shaka Vansia Ayurveda (SVA).By Vaidya Ramakant Mishra
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#11 An Intro to Vaidya Mishra's Transdermal Marma System
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In this episode, Vaidya Mishra gives an introduction to his Transdermal Marma System™. He explains that Prana is the bio electromagnetic power of nature which runs our own body's electromagnetic power, recharging our organs and systems. Marmas are powerful points on the body that act like switches and supply Prana to all the different areas of the …
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#10 The Connection Between the Soul and the Heart Lotus
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In this episode, Vaidya Mishra explains how vibrational healing is extremely important to live a healthy life, and at the core of his teaching is the knowledge of the Heart Lotus. The Heart Lotus is our vibrational heart and sitting in the centre of the lotus, is our soul. Vaidya Mishra shows how they are connected to each other and the effect that…
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#9 Why You Need Good Sleep + Tips to Help You Get It
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In this episode, Vaidya Mishra explains the transformation of Soma to Ojas during sleep, why this process is extremely important for your health, and what you can do to support it. Don't know what Soma is? -> Listen to episode #7 Want more knowledge on Ojas? -> Listen to episode #8 To read Vaidya Mishra’s newsletter on sleep, click here: https://is…
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In this episode, Vaidya Mishra talks about Ojas and how it supports our immune system, through the translation of the following Sanskrit verses. ojaḥ somā ātmakam || sushruta samhita. Su.ch.15 || The source of ojas is soma. aṣṭabindu pramāṇaḥ parama ojaḥ | ardhāñjaliḥ pramāṇaḥ apara ojaḥ || caraka || The essential ojas (param) is eight drops Type I…
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#7 Prana: the Foundation of Shaka Vansiya Ayurveda
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In this episode, Vaidya Mishra explains that Prana is made up of 3 components: Soma, Agni, and Marut, and how they are the vibrational building blocks of all creation. He talks about why this knowledge is so important and how an in depth understanding of Prana is the foundation of Ayurvedic vibrational healing. SVA Courses: sv-ayurveda.teachable.co…
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#6 The Three Sub Pillars of Life and The Ideal Morning Routine
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Join Vaidya Mishra as he explains what the Three Sub Pillars of Life are and how lifestyle can be a medicine. This includes starting the day right, with the ideal morning routine. Why should we go to bed before 10pm? Why is it important to use the toilet as soon as you wake up? Learn all of this and more! Want to learn more about getting good sleep…
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#5 Fundamental Questions About Ayurveda - Part 2
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In Part 2 of this interview, Vaidya Mishra answers questions from Linda Rocco about why cooking your own food is important, what a vibrational channel is, why taking herbs orally can be hard on the liver, and the alternative delivery systems that he uses instead. SVA Courses: sv-ayurveda.teachable.com SVA Website: svayurveda.com SVA Shop: chandika.…
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#4 Fundamental Questions About Ayurveda - Part 1
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In Part 1 of this interview, Vaidya Mishra is interviewed by Linda Rocco about the fundamental aspects of Ayurveda. Tune in as Vaidya Mishra explains what a Vaidya is, where his family lineage comes from, why variation is important in our diet, and the healing power of spices. Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss Part 2 of this Q&A session! S…
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#3 An Introduction to SV Ayurveda Detox with Vaidya Mishra
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In this episode, Vaidya Mishra explains the four different types of toxins, how they enter the body, and how to detox them safely without aggravating the body more. Sign up for SVA courses at sv-ayurveda.teachable.com SVA Shop: chandika.comBy Vaidya Ramakant Mishra
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#2 Introduction to the Doshas: Vat, Pitt, and Kaph
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In this episode, Vaidya Mishra discusses the three doshas: Vat, Pitt, and Kaph. To understand the relationship between Prana and the three doshas, listen to Episode #7 on Prana! SVA Website: svayurveda.com SVA Shop: chandika.com SVA Courses: sv-ayurveda.teachable.comBy Vaidya Ramakant Mishra
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#1 Vaidya Mishra Defines Ayurveda and Health
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In this inaugural episode, Vaidya Mishra defines Ayurveda and Health from the SV Ayurveda perspective, through the translation of the following Sanskrit verses. Veda: āyuśo veda [iti] āyur veda Ayu (Life): deha prāṇa saṃyoge āyuḥ ll āyurveda sūtra-P.V. Sharma || Ayurveda: āyurhitāhitaṁ vyādheḥ nidānaṁ śamanaṁ tathā | vidyate yatra vidvadbhiḥ sa āyu…
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