Rooted & Nourished - An Ayurveda Podcast series

Rooted & Nourished - An Ayurveda Podcast series

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Episode 7 - Common Myths — Ayurveda vs Food Fear

Opening   “Somewhere along the way, food became something to fear. Let’s change that.” Core Points   Raw vs cooked Grains and fats re-framed Clean eating anxiety Rhythm over restriction Practical Takeaways   Reintroduce foods gently Eat consistently Let go of perfection Listener Reflection   What food rules do you follow automatically? Who taught them to you? How would eating feel without fear?

Episode 6 - Plant-Based Before It Was Cool: Culture, Tradition, and Sustainability

Culture, Tradition, and Sustainability Opening “Plant-based eating didn’t start on social media—it started in home kitchens.” Core Points Cultural plant-based traditions Ayurveda and seasonal eating Sustainability without guilt Eating close to home Practical Takeaways Shop seasonal produce Revisit cultural staples Simplify ingredients & reduce food waste Listener Reflection What foods feel familiar and comforting and are part of your cultural background? How seasonal is your diet? What does sustainability mean to you personally?

Episode 5 - The Doshas — Why One Diet Doesn’t Fit Everyone

Opening “Have you ever followed someone else’s ‘perfect diet’ and felt worse?” Core Points Vata, Pitta, Kapha explained simply Why personalization matters Climate, stress, life stage Using doshas as awareness, not labels Practical Takeaways Notice temperature preferences Adjust textures and spices Stop copying plates Reflection Do you run cold, hot, or heavy? How does stress affect your digestion? What foods ground you?

Episode 4 - Energy, Fatigue & Food

“If you’re eating ‘healthy’ but still tired, this episode is for you.” Core Points   Ojas: long-term vitality Blood sugar swings vs steady energy Why under-eating backfires Comfort foods that heal Practical Takeaways   Don’t skip meals Favor grounding breakfasts Reduce reliance on caffeine Reflection   When does your energy dip? Do you eat enough—or just light? What foods feel truly sustaining?

Episode 3 - Protein, Strength, and Stability — An Ayurvedic Reality Check

Protein is probably the number one question people ask about plant-based eating—so let’s talk about it calmly and honestly. Core Points Ayurveda focuses on nourishment, not numbers Protein absorption depends on digestion Plant proteins across cultures Strength vs heaviness Takeaways Combine legumes + grains Eat protein consistently, not excessively Notice energy, not just intake Reflection Do you worry about protein—or trust your body? How do you feel after protein-heavy meals? What does strength mean to you?

Episode 2: The Digestive Fire — Why How You Eat Matters More Than What You Eat

Rooted & Nourished Podcast Series Episode 2: The Digestive Fire — Why How You Eat Matters More Than What You Eat Opening “Have you ever eaten a meal that looked healthy on paper—but left you tired, bloated, or uncomfortable?” Core Points Agni = digestion + metabolism + assimilation Why raw and cold foods don’t work for everyone Traditional wisdom behind cooking, spices, soaking Stress and digestion connection Practical Takeaways Eat warm meals more often Sit down to eat (no multitasking) Add ginger, cumin, fennel Reflection When do you feel most comfortable after eating? How rushed are your meals? What’s one digestion-supporting habit you can try?

Episode 1: What Plant-Based Really Means (Then & Now)

Rooted & Nourished Podcast series Episode 1 - What Plant-Based Really Means (Then & Now) Opening “If you’ve ever felt confused by food trends—one day something’s healthy, the next day it’s not—you’re not alone. Today, I want to slow things down and talk about what plant-based eating really means… and what it doesn’t.” Core Points Plant-based as emphasis, not elimination Ayurveda’s view: food supports life, not identity Why extremes don’t last Digestion > dogma Practical Takeaways Think “plant-forward” instead of plant-perfect Start noticing how meals feel, not just how they look Reflection What originally drew you to plant-based eating? Does food currently feel supportive or stressful? Where could you ease up?