Everyday Ayurveda with Kate
Welcome to Everyday Ayurveda, a podcast by Kate O’Donnell, renowned Ayurvedic practitioner, bestselling author, and founder of the Ayurvedic Living Institute. Join Kate as she demystifies the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and translates it into practical, everyday practices for modern living. In each episode, Kate shares her deep knowledge and personal experiences from over two decades of studying Ayurveda in India. Whether you’re new to Ayurveda or a seasoned practitioner, you’ll discover valuable insights on diet, lifestyle, self-care, and holistic health. Everyday Ayurveda is your go-to resource for integrating the timeless principles of Ayurveda into your daily routine, fostering a life of balance, health, and happiness. Subscribe now and start your journey towards radiant well-being with Kate O’Donnell. Listen, learn, and transform with Everyday Ayurveda – because true health begins with the choices we make every day.
Episodes

Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
In this episode, Kate O'Donnell, an expert in Ayurveda, delves into the Ayurvedic perspective on hormones and how to achieve balance through lifestyle and dietary changes. She explains that while Ayurveda doesn't specifically name hormones, it provides a framework to understand their qualities. Kate introduces the concept of balancing sex hormones (cool and moist) with stress hormones (hot and active) to maintain overall health. She emphasizes the importance of incorporating cooling, moistening activities and foods, managing stress, and prioritizing self-care to achieve hormonal harmony. Kate's insights offer a holistic, approachable way to enhance well-being through ancient Ayurvedic principles.
Connect with Kate: https://www.healwithkate.org Summer Self Care Workshop: https://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/courses/summer-self-care-workshop Summer Bundle: https://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/bundles/SummerBundle Thanks to our Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by Osi Oils — one of my favorite daily rituals. These handcrafted, organic oils are rooted in Ayurvedic tradition and thoughtfully formulated to support your skin, your senses, and your dosha. Whether you’re nourishing your face with their gorgeous Glow Face Oil (my personal go-to), caring for your nasal passages with their Nasya Oil, or balancing your constitution with a dosha-specific body oil, Osi Oils is the kind of ritual that gives back. ✨ Listeners get 20% off at osioils.com with the code AYURVEDA20.

Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
In this podcast episode, Kate O'Donnell, an expert in Ayurveda, delves into the fundamentals of this traditional Indian healing system. Kate explains the importance of understanding the four aspects of life: the physical body, the mental field, the senses, and the soul. Kate also discusses the role of the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, and space) and the three doshas (vata, pitta, kapha) in maintaining bodily balance. Emphasizing the impact of seasonal changes on health, they offer practical dietary and lifestyle adjustments to address imbalances. The episode underscores the individualized nature of Ayurveda and its holistic approach to wellness.
Connect with Kate: https://www.healwithkate.org Summer Self Care Workshop: https://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/courses/summer-self-care-workshop Summer Bundle: https://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/bundles/SummerBundle Thanks to our Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by Osi Oils — one of my favorite daily rituals. These handcrafted, organic oils are rooted in Ayurvedic tradition and thoughtfully formulated to support your skin, your senses, and your dosha. Whether you’re nourishing your face with their gorgeous Glow Face Oil (my personal go-to), caring for your nasal passages with their Nasya Oil, or balancing your constitution with a dosha-specific body oil, Osi Oils is the kind of ritual that gives back. ✨ Listeners get 20% off at osioils.com with the code AYURVEDA20.