Knowledge
Reflections from more than 25 years in Ayurvedic practice, brought together with modern diagnostics and micronutrient medicine.
What has always touched me about Ayurveda is its loving and attentive view of each individual. Ayurveda literally means the knowledge of life. It is not a rigid diet, a collection of rules or a system that treats everyone in the same way. It is a rich Indian health tradition that considers the body, mind and the circumstances of a person’s life together.
Read articleIt matters to me that you can recognise yourself in the Doshas without feeling reduced to a type. Vata, Pitta and Kapha are not rigid personality categories. They describe functional qualities that are present in every person and that may change with age, season, food, stress and the circumstances of life.
Read articleFor me, good digestion means far more than simply having a comfortable stomach. It is an important foundation for energy, clarity and wellbeing. In Ayurveda, Agni describes our ability to receive, transform and make meaningful use of food—and also of the experiences we encounter in life.
Read articleFor me, pulse diagnosis is a quiet encounter in which I listen with great attention before offering recommendations. It is performed at the wrist and can provide insights into constitution, Dosha dynamics and the patterns of strain that may be present at a particular time.
Read articleFor me, this combination is one of the most important responses to the health challenges of our time. Modern life is very different from life hundreds or thousands of years ago. Our nervous systems are exposed to constant stimulation, many people sleep too little or eat under time pressure, and even a seemingly healthy lifestyle does not always provide the nutrients the body truly needs.
Read articleAgeing can be a time of maturity, vitality and new freedom. For me, healthy ageing is not about fighting every change or chasing an abstract promise of eternal youth. It means preserving strength, mobility, mental clarity, meaningful relationships and independence for as long as possible.
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