Dr. Falquier has the privilege of interviewing Dr. Sheila Patel, a board certified family physician and an expert in Ayurveda who has served as Chief Medical Officer for Chopra Global. Dr. Patel shares her insights into Ayurveda, how it promotes well-being and balance, and delves into the concept of the “six tastes of life”. Discover the unique qualities and benefits associated with each taste, and how to incorporate them into your diet for optimal health.
In this episode you’ll hear:
1:00 - What is Ayurveda?
10:30 - Dr. Patel’s professional journey that led to integrating Ayurveda in her medical practice and working at the Chopra Center.
15:45 - How do other physicians respond to Dr. Patel’s work?
17:25 - What is the rationale for Ayurveda from a science perspective?
19:45 - Ayurveda for digestion, sleep, stress management.
25:45 - The six tastes of life in Ayurveda.
39:30 - Dr. Patel’s work with Chopra Global & Civana Wellness Resort & Spa.
46:10 - How you can learn more about Ayurveda.
Credits:
Host - Dr. Sabrina Falquier, MD, CCMS, DipABLM
Sound and Editing - Will Crann
Executive Producer - Esther Garfin
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Referenced in the episode:
https://chopra.com/ 
