Everyday Ayurveda with Kate

• 36. Aging Like a Yogi: Victoria Moran on Spiritual Growth and Wellness

  In this episode of Everyday Ayurveda with Kate, we sit down with the wise and inspiring Victoria Moran—Oprah-featured author of Age Like a Yogi and host of the Main Street Vegan Podcast. At 75, Victoria shares honest reflections on what it truly means to age like a yogi in a youth-obsessed culture. Together, she and Kate unpack topics including Ayurveda’s role in healthy aging, the importance of strength training, the evolution of yoga, and finding authenticity in the digital age. This conversation is a gentle, humorous, and insightful invitation to embrace aging with grace, courage, and curiosity. Episode Breakdown Introduction to Victoria Moran: Author of Age Like a Yogi, long-time yoga practitioner, and advocate for compassionate living. What It Means to Age Like a Yogi: Spiritual perspectives on aging with awareness and grace. Ayurveda and Aging: How Ayurveda supports both the physical and spiritual journey of getting older. Strength Training and Asana: Why Victoria includes weight training in her wellness regimen—and how to adapt yoga practice as joints become more Vata. The Evolution of Yoga: Victoria’s stories from the early days of yoga in America to today’s digital yoga world. Navigating Appearance Culture: Reflections on self-image, video culture, and authenticity. Living Authentically: First-person vs. third-person living, and reclaiming presence and truth in modern life. Vegan Ayurveda: Victoria’s perspective on aligning ahimsa with a plant-based lifestyle. Closing Rituals: Victoria’s simple but powerful evening self-care practices. Guest Bio Victoria Moran is the author of 14 books, including Age Like a Yogi and Main Street Vegan, and has practiced yoga since her teens. She hosts the Main Street Vegan Podcast and produced the documentary A Prayer for Compassion. With 30 years of experience studying Ayurveda, Victoria brings a compassionate, grounded perspective to aging, spirituality, and holistic health. She lives in New York City and teaches around the world. 🔗 Main Street Vegan Podcast 🔗 Instagram: @victoriamoranauthor 🔗 Age Like a Yogi (Book): Link to purchase Relevant Links Kate O’Donnell: healwithkate.org Victoria’s Book: Age Like a Yogi Additional Resources: Vegan Ayurveda Recipe Guide Call to Action If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review on your favorite podcast platform. Share with a friend who’s navigating aging, yoga, or Ayurveda—and let’s grow older together with grace and authenticity. Resources & Links: Visit Acknowledge Farms: https://acknowledge.co Follow on Instagram: @acknowledge_wellness Connect with Kate: https://www.healwithkate.org Thanks to our Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Acknowledge, makers of full-spectrum hemp tinctures grown on a regenerative organic farm. Try the Sleep tincture with code KATE30 for 30% off your first order. Health Disclaimer: The information shared on Everyday Ayurveda with Kate is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine.

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• 35. Understanding Weight Gain Through Ayurveda: A Practical Guide

  This episode of Everyday Ayurveda with Kate O’Donnell unpacks the complex relationship between weight gain and the Ayurvedic doshas. Kate explains the different types of weight gain—Vata, Pitta, Kapha, and toxins (ama)—and shares practical tips for addressing each type. She dives deep into the root causes of weight gain, from stress and metabolic dysfunction to diet and lifestyle choices. Whether you’re feeling stuck with extra pounds or simply curious about how Ayurveda interprets weight gain, this episode offers grounded wisdom, clear guidance, and actionable steps to support your journey toward balance and well-being.  Episode Breakdown: Introduction to Ayurveda and Weight Gain: Why Ayurveda views weight gain as more than calories in vs. out. Types of Weight Gain: Kapha Type: Heaviness, stickiness, slow metabolism. Pitta Type: Stress-related inflammation and cortisol-driven weight gain. Vata Type: Puffiness from irregular eating and stress. Toxins (Ama): Metabolic waste impacting digestion. Practical Solutions: Spices like cumin, coriander, ginger, black pepper, turmeric. Meal timing that supports digestion and metabolic health. The importance of stress management and rest. Holistic Advice: How lifestyle and emotional health influence weight. Call to Action: Stay connected with Kate at https://www.instagram.com/kateodonnell.ayurveda/ and email [email protected]. Resources & Links: Visit Acknowledge Farms: https://acknowledge.co Follow on Instagram: @acknowledge_wellness Connect with Kate: https://www.healwithkate.org Thanks to our Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Acknowledge, makers of full-spectrum hemp tinctures grown on a regenerative organic farm. Try the Sleep tincture with code KATE30 for 30% off your first order. Health Disclaimer: The information shared on Everyday Ayurveda with Kate is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine.

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• 34. How to Reverse Cognitive Decline: A New Integrative Approach

  Metabolic flexibility might just be the missing link between your digestion and your cognition. In this illuminating episode, Kate O’Donnell is joined by Dr. Scott Blossom, a licensed acupuncturist and integrative medicine practitioner who has studied with Ayurveda legend Dr. Robert Svoboda and is certified in Dr. Dale Bredesen’s ReCODE Protocol for cognitive health. Together, they explore the rising rates of Alzheimer’s and cognitive decline—especially among women—and uncover what the science is showing us about the root causes. From the microbiome to mitochondrial function, sleep cycles to fasting windows, this conversation will expand how you think about your own brain health, metabolism, and daily choices. Whether you’ve watched a loved one go through dementia, you’re noticing memory changes in yourself, or you just want to be proactive, this conversation will give you tangible, evidence-informed Ayurvedic strategies for supporting brain longevity. What You’ll Learn: Why two-thirds of Alzheimer’s patients are women—and what you can do about it. The six primary causes of cognitive decline What “metabolic flexibility” really means and how to regain it The role of the microbiome in brain health (yes, even your mouth and sinuses!) How fasting, sleep, and sugar impact cognition Scott’s protocol for working with early markers of dementia Ayurvedic tools to support cognitive vitality in perimenopause and beyond About the Guest: Dr. Scott Blossom Scott Blossom has integrated Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Āyurveda, Yoga somatics, and evidence-based nutrition into his clinical practice and educational offerings for over 25 years. He is certified in Dr. Dale Bredesen’s ReCODE Protocol, a revolutionary method for reversing cognitive decline, and currently works with clients using a precision medicine approach to metabolic and neurological health. He studied closely with Dr. Robert Svoboda and yoga master Shandor Remete and has served on the faculty of the Kripalu School of Āyurveda since 2008. 📍 Learn more or work with Scott: https://www.doctorblossom.com 📸 Instagram: @docblossom   Upcoming Events:   Kate’s Kripalu Immersion Ayurveda, Menopause, Longevity (Dec 2025): https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/ayurveda-menopause-longevity-four-day-person-experience Brain Health & Menopause Retreat (Fall 2025): In partnership with Jennifer Boyd and  Kimberly Junta https://kripalu.org/presenters-programs/menopausal-heart-and-brain-ayurveda-yoga-and-functional-medicine-approaches India Retreat (Fall 2025): Three-month arc of Ayurvedic treatment and brain rejuvenation https://www.doctorblossom.com/events Connect with Kate O’Donnell: 🌐 Website: https://healwithkate.org 📷 Instagram: @kateodonnellayurveda Health Disclaimer: The information shared on Everyday Ayurveda with Kate is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine. Resources & Links: Visit Acknowledge Farms: https://acknowledge.co Follow on Instagram: @acknowledge_wellness Connect with Kate: https://www.healwithkate.org Thanks to our Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Acknowledge, makers of full-spectrum hemp tinctures grown on a regenerative organic farm. Try the Sleep tincture with code KATE30 for 30% off your first order. Health Disclaimer: The information shared on Everyday Ayurveda with Kate is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine.

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• 33. Natural PMS Solutions: Ayurvedic Strategies for a Healthy Cycle

  Kate O'Donnell unpacks Ayurvedic insights into PMS, explaining how Vata, Pitta, and Kapha imbalances manifest as period problems. Listeners will learn how to identify doshic imbalances causing PMS symptoms, practical remedies for each type, and why tracking symptoms can help restore balance. Kate shares how subtle lifestyle adjustments can transform the menstrual experience and offers clear guidance for bringing harmony to each phase of the cycle. In This Episode, You'll Learn: Ayurvedic perspectives on Vata, Pitta, and Kapha PMS symptoms. How to recognize doshic imbalances in your menstrual cycle. Practical Ayurvedic remedies for each type of PMS. The importance of tracking symptoms for understanding your cycle. Lifestyle and dietary tips to support menstrual health. Important Links: Kate’s book: Everyday Ayurveda for Women’s Health: https://healwithkate.org/book-tour Kate’s Lunar Menstrual Yoga Practice: https://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/courses/lunar-yoga Kate’s class on Healthy Menstruation: https://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/courses/ayurveda-workshop-menstruation Check out Kate's courses  on Women’s Health at the Ayurvedic Living Institute: https://courses.ayurvedicliving.institute/collections/womens-health Health Disclaimer: The information shared on Everyday Ayurveda with Kate is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine. Resources & Links: Visit Acknowledge Farms: https://acknowledge.co Follow on Instagram: @acknowledge_wellness Connect with Kate: https://www.healwithkate.org Thanks to our Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Acknowledge, makers of full-spectrum hemp tinctures grown on a regenerative organic farm. Try the Sleep tincture with code KATE30 for 30% off your first order. Health Disclaimer: The information shared on Everyday Ayurveda with Kate is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine.

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• 32. From Burnout to Balance: Ayurvedic Strategies for Modern Living

  In this episode of Everyday Ayurveda with Kate, Kate O’Donnell is joined by Amadea Morningstar, a trailblazer in the field of holistic health with over 40 years of experience. Amadea shares her journey from studying nutrition and Ayurveda under Dr. Basant Lad to becoming a practitioner who bridges Western and Eastern healing modalities. Listeners will discover how Amadea’s unique approach combines Ayurveda, biochemistry, polarity therapy, and Tibetan Buddhism to support holistic well-being. Amadea reveals her practice of spending weekends in a forest hut for 10 years, emphasizing the importance of balancing mind and body, working with natural remedies, and finding wisdom through life’s transitions. She also explores how Ayurveda's five koshas and practical principles guide her work with clients, whether they are facing life-threatening illnesses or simply seeking greater balance. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: How Amadea integrates Ayurveda, polarity therapy, and Tibetan practices for healing. The importance of ethical impact, sustainability, and conscious choices in holistic health. Practical self-care techniques for the Vata stage of life. How to support your body through nourishment, movement, and breath. Why spending time in nature can transform your mental and physical health. Links Mentioned: Amadea Morningstar's Website: amadeamorningstar.net Amadea's YouTube Channel: APTYI YouTube Channel "Easy Healing Drinks" by Amadea Morningstar (Book) The American Polarity Therapy Association Banyan Botanicals: banyanbotanicals.com Call to Action: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Follow Kate O’Donnell on Instagram at @healwithkate. For more insights on Ayurveda, visit Kate’s Website. Health Disclaimer: The information shared on Everyday Ayurveda with Kate is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine. Resources & Links: Visit Acknowledge Farms: https://acknowledge.co Follow on Instagram: @acknowledge_wellness Connect with Kate: https://www.healwithkate.org Thanks to our Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by Acknowledge, makers of full-spectrum hemp tinctures grown on a regenerative organic farm. Try the Sleep tincture with code KATE30 for 30% off your first order. Health Disclaimer: The information shared on Everyday Ayurveda with Kate is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements, or wellness routine.

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