003: What Is Ayurveda? Foundational Principles, Doshas & Elements Explained

✨ Curious about Ayurveda — but not sure where to begin? In this episode, I guide you through the foundational principles of Ayurvedic medicine and explain how this ancient healing system can help you understand your body, your mind, and your unique path to wellness.

🌺 You’ll learn about the five great elements (earth, water, fire, air, and ether), the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), and how Ayurveda restores balance using nature’s wisdom.

🔍 I also explore how this holistic system supports — not replaces — Western medicine, and how true healing begins by treating the root cause, not just the symptoms.

🎧 In this episode:
• What is a dosha (and why it matters)
• The five elements in your body
• Signs of imbalance and how to respond
• “Like increases like” — the law of healing
• Ayurveda vs. Western medicine: how they work together
• A full-body, mind & soul definition of health

🌿 If you're ready to move beyond symptom management and reconnect with the intelligence of your body, this episode offers a gentle and empowering place to start.

💬 Want personal guidance? Book a 1:1 consultation with me at mariageller.com

🧘‍♀️ This episode is for educational purposes. Please consult your doctor before making health decisions.