Episode 84 -Ayurveda and Mental Clarity with Kate O'Donnell: Integrating Food and Mind for Balance
We know that the food we eat impacts our physical bodies. We are also beginning to recognize how it impacts our minds. The teachings of Yoga and Ayurveda have a lot to contribute to this topic.
In this episode of the The Nourished Nervous System podcast, I welcome Kate O'Donnell, a nationally certified Ayurvedic practitioner, author of multiple Ayurvedic cookbooks, and founder of the Ayurvedic Living Institute.
The discussion explores how Ayurveda's complex and nuanced concepts can be made accessible for the Western mind.
Kate elaborates on the profound connection between our diet and mental well-being, explaining the roles of 'Sattva,' 'Rajas,' and 'Tamas' in maintaining mental clarity.
She emphasizes the importance of consuming whole, life-affirming foods and the detrimental effects of toxins ('Ama') on both physical and mental health.
Practical advice is offered on how to integrate Ayurvedic practices into daily life, manage emotional digestion, and reduce sensory overload. Kate also shares about the deep impact of cooking on our overall wellness. The episode concludes with actionable steps for listeners to start their Ayurvedic journey.
In this episode:
Kate's Journey and Work in Ayurveda
Ayurveda and Western Integration
The Mind-Body Connection
Understanding Doshas and Food Impact
Mental Digestion and Emotional Health
Practical Tips for a Sattvic Diet
Connect with Kate:
Kate's Website
Books
Courses
