Episode 68 - A Deep Dive into Ayurvedic Gut Health with Erik Jackson

In the West we are starting to understand the importance of gut health and how it impacts so many other systems in our body.

This is an understanding that Ayurveda has held central for thousands of years.

Join us for this week's episode as we embark on a journey into digestive health through the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda with Erik Jackson. Erik is a native of Long Island currently living in Maine. He is a yoga teacher at Steamy Buddha in Ellsworth, and an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, practicing Ayurveda at the Sanctuary on Church Street in Ellsworth. 

Discover how gut health is intricately linked to immunity and emotional well-being, and learn about the foundational role of the digestive fire, agni, and the pitfalls of toxins, ama. 

Erik shares his path to Ayurveda, sparked by serendipitous events and personal growth. 

Gain practical insights into optimizing digestion with simple daily practices and understand the profound connection between emotions and your gut. 

This episode is packed with tips to transform your digestive health and, in turn, ignite your zest for life . 

In this episode:

• The Importance of Digestive Health

• Ayurvedic Perspective on Gut Health

• Daily Self-Care Practices

• Understanding Digestion in Ayurveda

• The Role of Agni in Digestion

• Addressing Ama and Improving Digestion

• Gut Health and Emotional Well-being

Connect with Erik:

https://www.sanctuaryonchurch.org/erik-jackson

IG:  @Ayurveda_with_erik