The Art and Heart of Menopause Substack Salon: Ayurvedic and Chinese Medicine Perspectives on Women’s Health.
In this first of hopefully many Art & Heart of Menopause Salons, Chitra, an Ayurvedic Doctor, and Clarissa, a practitioner in Oriental Medicine, explore their diverse approaches to women's health with a focus on perimenopause and menopause. 1
Both come from traditions that emphasize the body's holistic balance, longevity, and the importance of preparing for menopause early.
We discussed our personal backgrounds, the philosophies of Ayurveda and Chinese medicine, and how these systems address women's health, particularly the transition through menopause.
Key topics include the significance of rejuvenation practices, the impact of lifestyle choices, and the emotional aspects of significant life changes such as postpartum recovery and surgical menopause.
We both stressed the interplay between the mind, body, and soul and advocate for practices that support overall health and well-being.
The discussion also touched on the importance of individualized herbal treatments and the cultural and historical ties between Ayurveda and Chinese medicine.
00:00 Introductions and Backgrounds
00:31 Discovering Women's Health Needs
02:48 Clarissa's Journey into Women's Health
06:35 The Birth of the Collaboration
07:58 Historical Connections Between Ayurveda and Chinese Medicine
11:13 Preparing for Menopause
13:19 The Importance of Early Preparation
18:54 Balancing Lifestyle and Health
22:48 Understanding Jing and Ayurvedic Equivalents
27:01 Holistic Approaches to Menopause
41:53 Practical Tips and Audience Interaction - responding to chat
44:21 Water and Health: Addressing Fungus and Mold
44:52 Free Mulch and Soil Health in the Desert
46:09 Menopause and Underlying Health Conditions
47:32 Hysterectomy and Menopause: Insights and Management - responding to chat
49:33 Ayurvedic and Chinese Medicine Approaches to Healing
53:55 Herbal Medicine: Balancing and Healing
58:29 Emotional and Soul Healing Post-Surgery
01:12:12 The Journey of Menopause: Second Spring
01:14:59 Closing Thoughts and Future Engagements
Show notes written by AI and edited by Chitra - Human with my furry helpers
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