The Vital Veda Podcast: Ayurveda | Holistic Health | Cosmic And Natural Law

The ancient Vedic science of mudras is one that I’ve been inclined to explore for some time now. Mudras are much more than mere positions of hands or body parts that one can use to evoke a feeling or state of mind during meditation or yoga.They are intricate and deeply significant “body holds” that allow us to draw forth different energies from within ourSelves that ultimately lead us to our natural & innate state of bliss (sat-cit-ananda).For this episode I had the absolute pleasure to converse with Indu Arora. She is a powerful yogini and Ayurvedic Practitioner who has extensively studied and written about this ancient science of mudras. Get ready to explore with us a different and fresh side to Yoga; a side that is very rarely explained and presented in such a graceful, thorough & accessible manner.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

The kidneys and urinary tract are two underestimated and often neglected organ systems that can easily lead to uncomfortable & painful states of illness in the body. The kidneys' main task, other than regulating the fluids, is to cleanse and purify our blood of any toxins and waste that would otherwise perpetuate disease in the body. Just down the ureter road, Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are one of the most common afflictions of modern times, especially for women.When UTIs are left untreated at the root level and only alleviated short-term with drugs like anti-biotics, that person can easily and sometimes severely endure damaged renal (kidney) function.On this podcast episode, we dive into the ins and outs of kidney function & how to optimise it, along with the Ayurvedic View on UTIs and how to both prevent and help this common infectious disease. Our podcast and articles are for educational purposes only. They are not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. After all, every

Awareness of Electro-Magnetic Fields (EMF) is increasing.People are becoming more conscious about the frequencies emitted from technological devices like phones, WiFi, computers, cell-phone towers, smart meters etc.But underneath these superficial frequencies emitted from man-made devices emits over 30 different types of harmful EMR fields in our homes and workplaces including Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR), Earth Radiation (Geopathic Stress), Bioplasmic Radiation (Human Generated), and Solar and Planetary Radiation imprints.This episode explores the subtle and powerful types of EMR and EMF thatḥumans are exposed to, and that you may have never even considered.  Health Practitioner Dylan Smith interviews Gerard Bini, the foremost Australian expert in the development of Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR) harmonizing products, as they reveal these “hidden frequency fields” and how to mitigate them.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:☢️ Understanding & Measuring Solar Wind Speed☢️ Human Generated Radiation Imprints☢️ H

When ancient wisdom gets popular, confusion and misunderstanding tends to arise within.The essence and authenticity tends to blur, and this has happened with the knowledge of Ayurveda - the Sacred Science of Healing and Higher Consciousness.Ayurvedic practitioner and educator Dylan Smith, known for his authenticity and devoted role to keeping the purity of Ayurveda alive and thriving, dispels the 3 Biggest Myths of Ayurvedic medicine.These MYTHS are:1. “You have to be vegetarian” according to Ayurveda - or even that “Vegetarian is the best diet.”2. “Onion and garlic are prohibited”.3. “Ayurvedic medicines are commonly contaminated with heavy metals.”Supersede rigidity and “over-cleverness”,transcend boundaries and rules,and play in the fields of natural law in a way that is unique for you, this is the beauty of Ayurveda: The Science of Life.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

Sometimes, the commitment and joy associated with the path of liberation or enlightenment is so strongly rooted in Absolute Stillness that the seeker may become what is know as a “sanyasi” or renunciant.By taking vows of renunciation, one fully and wholeheartedly commits to commune with all of creation in a loving and intimate manner.While the path of a renunciant (sanyasi) is less common and generally less relevant than the path of a householder (gṛhasthī), there’s a lot we can learn from surrendering ego and desires, and there’s a lot we can learn from this episode's very special guest: best-selling author, Himalayan yogi, renunciant & social activist, Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati.Based on the banks of the Himālayas in Rishikesh, India, but originally born in LA, California, Sadhviji renounced her life in the West at age 29 after a career at Stanford University and has now become one of the premier female authorities in the Yoga-Vedantic tradition in the world. Her wisdom and light exude from her as

When ancient wisdom gets popular, confusion and misunderstanding tends to arise within.The essence and authenticity tends to blur, and this has happened with the knowledge of Ayurveda - the Sacred Science of Healing and Higher Consciousness.Ayurvedic practitioner and educator Dylan Smith, known for his authenticity and devoted role to keeping the purity of Ayurveda alive and thriving, dispels the 3 Biggest Myths of Ayurvedic medicine.These MYTHS are:1. “You have to be vegetarian” according to Ayurveda - or even that “Vegetarian is the best diet.”2. “Onion and garlic are prohibited”.3. “Ayurvedic medicines are commonly contaminated with heavy metals.”IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

Understanding that our bodies are energy and emit energy is a foundational fact in reclaiming our state of perfect health.Health that not only resides within the boundaries of our own clothed bags of flesh and bone, but health that is simultaneously dependent on the reality of the environment that surrounds us. Internationally recognised leader in bridging science and spirit, stem cell biologist, bestselling author and recipient of the Goi Peace Award, Dr. Bruce Lipton has the outstanding capacity to break down the relationship between the health of our body, spiritual Self, and our surrounding environment.Learn how to powerfully influence the reality that you experience. It is truly one of the most empowering abilities that one can pursue. Dive deep into the journey of re-discovery and come out the other end with the tools and wisdom to take a grip on your own reality and better life for yourself and those around you. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

When ancient wisdom gets popular, confusion and misunderstanding tends to arise within.The essence and authenticity tends to blur, and this has happened with the knowledge of Ayurveda - the Sacred Science of Healing and Higher Consciousness.Ayurvedic practitioner and educator Dylan Smith, known for his authenticity and devoted role to keeping the purity of Ayurveda alive and thriving, dispels the 3 Biggest Myths of Ayurvedic medicine.These MYTHS are:1. “You have to be vegetarian” according to Ayurveda - or even that “Vegetarian is the best diet.”2. “Onion and garlic are prohibited”.3. “Ayurvedic medicines are commonly contaminated with heavy metals.”IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

Pirate Butler got his name because he has one eye, one leg and a tattooed face.He was a drug and alcohol addict for forty years, did time in prison for too long and spent decades in a violent culture where it was dangerous to express emotions and open your heart and mind.At a critical time, the spirit within this indigenous man was sparked.Connection to country and culture was the light that dissipated the darkness.Today, Pirate embodies the sacred wisdom and practices of indigenous Australia and shares it to help those who not only require healing, but anyone that yearns for deeper connection to country, indigenous culture and natural law.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

Thousands of years ago Ayurveda shared detailed information regarding epidemics thus, applicable to pandemics.Epidemics were documented in the great Ayurvedic text Caraka-Saṃhitā, likely complicated between 4th century BCE and 2nd-century CE.In this episode of the Vital Veda Podcast, Dylan dives into the wisdom expounded by ancient Ayurvedic texts on the idea of Pandemics & Epidemics. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

Are you caught up in the ever repeating known of sex that only slightly fulfils you? mainly short term?Diana Richardson has been teaching Tantra and assisting couples transform their relationships for decades.She is a highly experienced teacher, facilitator and author in supporting couples to go beyond quick dopamine-hits of hot conventional sex to experience greater fulfilment, intimacy and love. What love-making experiences await beyond “climaxes“ of orgasm and ejaculation?How to transform mechanical repetition of sex to a timeless sexual experience?Containing the Life Force -  overcoming pre-mature ejaculation and enlivening The Penis as a Potent Electromagnetic Instrument.How to enhance sensitivity and desire and dissolve sexual reluctance - especially in the second half of life and post-menopause? IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:❤️  The Imprint That Modern Society Makes On Us Regarding Sex and Sexuality❤️  The Meaning Behind the Concept of Tantric Sex❤️  Cold Sex as Opposed to Hot Sex ❤️  How The Energies Pla

An experienced Vedic Astrologer like our guest Laura Plumb can clearly see the planetary influence that manifested a chain of pandemic events in 2020 and 2021, specific to each country. What is in store for 2022?Understanding the influence that planetary bodies have on us not only allows us to embrace and utilise our full potential and highest Self, but also guides us on what the future inevitably holds for us. Vedic Astrology, also known as Jyotish or “The Eye of the Veda”, is the science that allows us to perceive and interpret messages of the cosmos. Why is it that things unraveled in this or that way?What are the lessons that nature wanted us to learn?What is coming up in the horizon for us?For all of these are questions, Jyotish suggests answers, and in this episode, acclaimed Jyotishi and Ayurvedic practitioner Laura, gracefully breaks downṭhe power of what is coming up.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

There is a certain beverage in Ayurveda which supersedes “superfood status” and offers an impressive spectrum of therapeutic benefits. This simple beverage is even categorised with “divine status.”And the awesome part? This beverage is ridiculously simple to stir up.The beverage is called “Takra” in Ayurveda, which refers to buttermilk or “thin lassi.”IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

The lifespan for today’s era according to Ayurveda should be around 120 years old.This doesn’t mean living into old age feeling frail and in a state of cognitive decline, it means feeling vital and able to share your wisdom and joy with full cognitive function for all to enjoy.At 65, Dr John Douillard is an exemplar of what it means to be healthy in the second half of life.Dr John is a globally recognised leader in the field of natural health, Ayurveda and sports medicine and practices what he preaches.He has personally been a significant inspiration to me (Dylan) and has taught me a lot in my years, along with thousands of other practitioners of Ayurveda.Dr John’s specialty is integrating ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern science, which he shares generously though Lifespa.com - the leading Ayurvedic health and wellness resource on the web.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

Ayurveda is has been dubbed “Indian medicine” or “traditional Indian medicine.”Ayurvedic medicine certainly has a pronounced presence throughout India and has so for the past millennia, but Ayurveda is not only Indian, it is universal.But why does Ayurveda seem to be so active in India?This is true and an interesting point…Although Ayurveda has been in the past and has the potential today to express itself fully in any country in the world, Ayurvedic wisdom and practices are well rooted and expressed throughout India. India and its culture exceptionally have and continue to uphold and nourish this precious knowledge, as well as act as a safe source for those who want to contact it. Even throughout various invasions where Moguls and British have targeted Vaidyas (Ayurvedic physicians) in an attempt to delete the healing wisdom, we can be thankful that the body of knowledge was safely hidden from those with dire intentions & passed down in sacred lineages of teachers and students. Indian culture and traditi

Nick Heath, aka The Breathing Diabetic, is utilising simply breathing techniques to manage and improve his type 1 diabetes - a medical condition that requires 24/7, 365 days/year attention.But simply shifting your breathing mannerism has other health benefits beyond just healthy blood sugar levels. Nick is a breathing nerd. He’s hooked on breathing. And the beautiful thing is that he’s not an extremist, but rather shares very practical interventions and subtle adjustments to your way of living (breathing) that has the potential to significantly heal and prevent imbalance + and optimise overall health.We dispel the myths of oxygen is good and carbon dioxide is bad.We explore the Nobel prize winning panacea molecule that is freely available to you, how to optimise your exercise, sitting and walking practice + much more!Take a deep calm belly breath through the nose and get ready to dive deep into the realms of oxygen, breath and our fundamental life-force.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

Diwali (Dīpāvalī दीपावली) is the time of the year to supersede our personal limitations, and enliven the light of consciousness that is the basis of all existence. AKA the Festival of Lights, it is perhaps the most famous Vedic festival of the year. In Sanskrit “Dīpāvalī” means “a row of earthen lit lamps.”On this new moon night, you will see India or Indian communities abroad lit up with lights. Light signifies purity, knowledge and auspiciousness.Lighting the “diya” (earthen lit lamp) guides us through the darkness to seek the eternal truth in our own personal lives.In the battle between light and darkness (jyoti and tamas), knowledge and ignorance (vidya and avidya), we must awaken and utilise what is offered on Diwali to leap beyond our ordinary boundaries rooted in ignorance and fear. We can awaken an inner transformative power in our devotion to the highest excellence within us. This is known as “Sri Rama” in the Vedas.May the light in your life, pure consciousness, shine on you and reflect with your fl

Karma  कर्म, a concept often misunderstood by most, is commonly translated as "action that binds", and it is basically any action that is determining our direction or pathway in life. When it comes to those we call our family, our karma acts as the underlying universal intelligence that bound us to these people. Understanding this concept, how to transcend and work through our already existing karma and how to avoid creating more of it, is a fundamental aspect of the path towards liberation or moksha, as called in the Vedic sciences. In this episode we not only dive into the concept of karma, but also explore how it intertwines with our familial relationships and how one can work through one's karma to reap the benefits of a frictionless life (kriya क्रिया). IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

The Sun, divine sustainer of all life on earth, also known as Sürya in Sanskrit, can be one of our greatest allies when approached with reverence and understanding. Having a clear comprehension of the relationship between the Sun and our own physiology is fundamental to make of this astrological body an empowering force within our lives.In this episode we break down the science & mysticism behind this astounding & ever-reliable force of nature.IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS:

In this episode of the Vital Veda Podcast we have a very special guest, Raghunath (Ray) Cappo, who has a wonderful life-story & absolutely profound teachings to share. A hardcore punk rockstar-turned-monk-turned-teacher of all things Vedic.Raghunath achieved great fame & prominence within the punk-rock scene in the 80s, and yet decided to give it all up and wholeheartedly dive into a purely spiritual path. For 6 and a half years he became a celibate monk of the Hare Krishna Bhakti-Vedanta tradition and now dedicates himself to teaching & enlightening others with the powerful knowledge he attained during his wonderful lifetime. IN THIS EPISODE WE DISCUSS: