Ayurvedic Nutrition with Meenakshi Gupta
5-week online course, 75 minutes each week
Sundays May 7-June 4
8:15-9:30am PDT, 11:15am-12:30pm EDT, 8:45-10:00pm IST

Principles of Ayurveda (the science of life), an ancient Indian system of medicine and healing, emphasize the importance of a holistic approach to health. The Ayurvedic diet and nutrition includes foods that nourish the body, delight the senses, and grounds the soul mindfully. Ayurvedic cooking pleases all five senses and provides the experience of all six tastes. It teaches us what foods to eat and when and how to eat them for optimal digestion and nutrient assimilation. Beyond reviewing these essential rules, in this course you will learn the following principles and concepts.

In this course, you will learn:

WEEK 1: CONCEPT OF AGNI (DIGESTIVE FIRE) AND AMA (TOXINS)

WEEK 2: SIX TASTES AND RULES OF AYURVEDIC DIET

WEEK 3: COMMON FOOD GROUPS AND THEIR PROPERTIES

WEEK 4: ESSENTIAL HERBS AND SPICES FOR AYURVEDA COOKING

WEEK 5: AYURVEDA COOKING TECHNIQUES