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In this episode, we cover how important nutrition is and Ayurveda’s belief around nutrition, the mind-gut connection and the importance of massage with our guest Gauri Junnarkar.

Gauri Jannarkar is an Author, International Keynote speaker and a Nutrition, Ayurveda & Wellness expert. She is the Founder & Director of ‘Ayurnutrition’, an integrative and Holistic wellness practice in Dallas-Fort Worth,Texas.

Gauri found her passion for Ayurveda at an early age and her experience intrigued her to learn more. Now her passion for Ayurveda and Nutrition are integrated and she is here to share the following with us:

The importance of nutrition:

• Your strength, your health, your immunity is related to your gut fire
• Ayurveda has a very personalized approach to nutrition
• All our food should be individualized based on our Dosha type
• We must include in our daily food intake, all six different tastes of Ayurveda (sweet, salty, pungent, astringent, sour & bitter)

The Important Mind & Gut Connection:

• Our Gut is our second brain
• We have neurotransmitters both in our brain as well as our gut. The gut and mind connection are in constant communication
• We must listen to our gut as stress and anxiety are felt there
• It is important to address stress in our wellness plan

Massage:

• Massage is great for stress management
• What is Panchakarma massage and why is it recommended twice a year?
• How massage works to calm nerves and increase lymph flow.

Listen in and learn more about Ayurveda and nutrition.

Wishing you the best of health,

Gunny Sodhi