Ayurveda for Wellness & Prevention

Preventive Care Rooted in Timeless Traditions

Overview

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is a structured, evidence-based program developed by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn to help individuals manage stress, anxiety, pain, and overall wellbeing through the practice of mindfulness. Rooted in ancient meditative traditions and supported by modern science, the course integrates mindfulness meditation, body awareness, and gentle yoga to cultivate present-moment awareness and reduce emotional reactivity.

Unlock the secrets of ancient Ayurvedic wisdom to promote everyday wellness and prevent lifestyle-related disorders. This course offers practical tools and insights to help you achieve holistic health through natural, time-tested methods.

Key Benefits

Understand Ayurvedic body types (Doshas) and personalized wellness approaches
Learn daily and seasonal routines (Dinacharya & Ritucharya) for optimal health
Explore natural herbs, diet, and lifestyle tips for disease prevention
Gain tools for stress management, mental clarity, and emotional balance
Apply Ayurveda principles in modern life for sustainable wellness

Knowledge & Skills Gained

Create a Wellness Routine

Eat the Ayurvedic Way

Explore Natural Remedies

Preventive Health for Life

Learning Modules

Learning Pathway

Week 1: Introduction to Ayurveda and Holistic Wellness
Week 2: Discovering Doshas – Understanding Body Types
Week 3: The Role of Agni (Digestive Fire) in Health
Week 4: Daily Routines for Health – Dinacharya
Week 5: Diet According to Dosha – Food as Medicine
Week 6: Seasonal Routines – Ritucharya
Week 7: Detox and Rejuvenation Basics
Week 8: Stress Management through Ayurveda
Week 9: Herbs and Natural Remedies for Common Ailments
Week 10: Ayurvedic Sleep and Rest Practices
Week 11: Exercise and Yoga through an Ayurvedic Lens
Week 12: Introduction to Panchakarma (Detoxification Therapies)
Week 13: Building Resilience and Immunity
Week 14: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection
Week 15: Creating a Personalized Wellness Plan and Reflection

Duration

15 Weeks – 90 Mins/Week
Course Fees

$450
Classes

Every Tuesday starting 28 January 2025 | 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM PST
Certificate

Students will receive certificate of completion. Students enrolled in “For CREDIT’ will also receive TRANSCRIPT.

Leader in Natural Medicine

Dr. Shanbhag is a California Licensed Naturopathic Doctor with over 35 years of experience as an Ayurveda MD, professor, and best-selling author of Intro to Ayurveda (Keats Publishing). He is the Founding Dean of the School of Ayurveda & Natural Medicine at the University of Silicon Andhra, Milpitas, and serves as President of the National Consortium of Ayurveda Medicine (NCAM), promoting excellence in Ayurvedic practice across the U.S.

He is also the Founder & Medical Director of the Natural Medicine & Ayurveda Clinic in San Jose, where his team specializes in treating chronic conditions through holistic, evidence-based care. Recognized internationally for his contributions, Dr. Shanbhag remains a leading voice in integrative and preventive healthcare.