Ayurveda for Wellness & Prevention

Course Aim

This course introduces the foundational principles of Ayurveda, guiding both newcomers and those interested in natural wellness to apply Ayurvedic practices for holistic health and disease prevention. Through interactive sessions, you will explore key Ayurvedic concepts related to body constitution, diet, lifestyle, Pancha Karma, and natural remedies. Gain valuable insights into using Ayurveda to support vitality, manage stress, and balance mind, body, and spirit. By delving into these principles, you will lay the groundwork for personal wellness and empower others with preventive health practices.

Course Objectives

  • To provide a foundational understanding of Ayurveda, focusing on balancing body, mind, and environment.
  • To teach students about Doshas (body types) and how they influence health, behavior, and dietary needs.
  • To introduce practical Ayurvedic techniques for daily routine, diet, and lifestyle adjustments that support prevention.
  • To help students develop an individualized approach to wellness based on Ayurvedic principles.

Learning Outcomes

 
Core Questions in Ayurveda for Wellness 
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  • How does Ayurveda define health and wellness?
  • What is the importance of balancing Doshas for overall health?
  • How can lifestyle and dietary choices prevent common health issues?

By the end of the course, students will be able to

  • Understand and apply Ayurvedic concepts, including Dosha (body type) identification and balancing techniques.
  • Develop a personalized daily wellness routine for longevity and vitality.
  • Utilize Ayurvedic dietary guidelines to enhance digestion, immunity, and energy.
  • Recognize basic natural remedies for common ailments and stress management.
  • Apply preventive Ayurveda practices for lifelong health benefits.

Duration: 15 Weeks – 90 Mins/Week

Course Fees: $450

Certificate: Students will receive certificate of completion. Students enrolled in “For CREDIT’ will also receive TRANSCRIPT.

Classes:  Every Tuesday starting 28 January 2025 | 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM PST

Course Outline

Week 1: Introduction to Ayurveda and Holistic Wellness
Week 2: Discovering Doshas – Understanding Body Types
Week 3: The Role of Agni (Digestive Fire) in Health
Week 4: Daily Routines for Health – Dinacharya
Week 5: Diet According to Dosha – Food as Medicine
Week 6: Seasonal Routines – Ritucharya
Week 7: Detox and Rejuvenation Basics
Week 8: Stress Management through Ayurveda
Week 9: Herbs and Natural Remedies for Common Ailments
Week 10: Ayurvedic Sleep and Rest Practices
Week 11: Exercise and Yoga through an Ayurvedic Lens
Week 12: Introduction to Panchakarma (Detoxification Therapies)
Week 13: Building Resilience and Immunity
Week 14: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection
Week 15: Creating a Personalized Wellness Plan and Reflection

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Faculty

Dr. Vivek Shanbhag,

ND-USA, MD-Ayurveda, BAMS, CYEd

Professor

Dr. Shanbhag is a California Licensed Naturopathic Doctor with 35 years’ experience as an Ayurveda MD, Professor & Best-seller Author. He works as the Founding Dean of the School of Ayurveda & Natural Medicine at the University of Silicon Andhra in Milpitas, California. www.UofSA.edu.
He serves as the President of the National Consortium of Ayurveda Medicine www.NCAMusa.org where he plays a vital role in advancing the interests of Ayurveda professionals across the United States, fostering collaboration, and promoting the highest standards of practice. He is the Best-seller author of “Intro to Ayurveda” by Keats Publishing.

He is the Founder & Medical Director of Natural Medicine & Ayurveda Clinic & Pancha-Karma Center in San Jose, California. www.YogaAyurveda.org. At this clinic, Dr. Shanbhag directs a team of seven experts in Ayurveda & Natural Medicine with a high success rate in treating chronic diseases like obesity, diabetes, heart diseases, hormonal imbalances, digestive, respiratory, skin, sleep & stress disorders. As primary care doctors, his clinic team uses advanced diagnostics & clinically proven herbal medicines with modifications in lifestyle & diet to prevent and treat chronic diseases. This clinic has a state-of-art Pancha-Karma Center and is highly rated on YELP & GOOGLE.

Recently, he won international Awards for Excellence in Ayurvedic Teaching and Practice. Dr. Shanbhag continues to be a beacon of knowledge, expertise, and innovation in the field of Ayurveda and natural medicine, consistently contributing to the advancement and integration of holistic healthcare practices.

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