Introduction to Ayurveda Three Part Series ॐ Jazell Choi-Andujar Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner

Introduction to Ayurveda Syllabus This course will serve to introduction Ayurveda to the general public. The class will be dedicated to teaching the basic concepts of the Ayurvedic holistic health system. The course will provide students with information about their own constitution and dosha. Special focus will be given upon applying the principals of the system in order to live a healthy and Ayurvedically balanced life. Course Information Instructor: Jazell Choi-Andujar – Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner Email: jazell.andujar@gmail.com Website: http://jazell.weebly.com Schedule: 3 Wednesdays June 4th, 11th & 18th 7pm to 8:30pm Recommended Reading: Ayurveda: The Science of Self-Healing: A Practical Guide by Vasant Lad Recommended Materials: Note pad, pen, highlighter and/or laptop or iPad (free Wifi) Cost: Free – preregistration required

Introduction to Ayurveda Syllabus Course Outline Week 1 – What is Ayurveda Definition & Origin Practitioner Ethical Standards Philosophy Week 2 – How does it work? Mind, Body, Spirit Balance Ayurvedic Constitution Dosha Testing Week 3 – Ayurvedic Lifestyle Ayuvedic Diagnosing Simple Applications Balanced Lifestyle Course Objectives To understand the basic concept of the Ayurveda holistic system. Gain an understanding of the basic principals of Ayurvedic health system. Learn how the health system is geared to balance the whole self. Discover your Dosha via personal questionnaire. To understand what is involved in living an Ayurvedic lifestyle. Learn basic diagnosing and common applications. Local resources.

References American Holistic Medical Association. (n.a.). Training & Licensing. Retrieved from http://www.holisticmedicine.org/content.asp?pl=30&sl=2&contentid=77. Dharmananda, S. (n.a.). A Brief Review of Ayurvedic Concepts. Retrieved from http://www.itmonline.org/ayurreview. National Ayurvedic Medical Association. (2011). Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct for NAMA Professional Members. Retrieved from http://c.ymcdn.com/sites/www.ayurvedanama.org/resource/resmgr/docs_applicationsupport/code_of_ethics_and_professio.pdf. National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. (2005). Ayurvedic Medicine: An Introduction. Retrieved from http://nccam.nih.gov/health/ayurveda/introduction.htm. National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine. (2008). Complementary, Alternative, or Integrative Health: What’s In a Name?. Retrieved from http://nccam.nih.gov/health/whatiscam Vasant, L. (1985). Ayurveda: The Science of Self Healing: A Practical Guide. Twin Lakes, WI: Lotus Press

Dosha Questionnaire

Local Resources Handout New York City Resources Ayurvedic Café - http://theayurvedacafe.com/ NY’s only restaurant that serves pure Ayurvedic vegetarian meals Ayurvedas World - http://www.ayurvedasworld.com Teaching institute and wellness spa focused Ayruvedic lifestyle and beauty; specialized in certifying estheticians. Butala Emporium - http://butalaemporium.com/ This is NYC’s number one place to obtain Ayurvedic herbs. Pratima Ayurvedic Skin Care - http://www.pratimaspa.com/ Ayurvedic spa own by chemist, botanist and author Dr. Pratima Raichur. The DINacharya Institute - http://www.dinacharya.org New York’s premiere Ayurvedic certification institute.

Resources Handout Books: DVDs & Audio Course: Absolute Beauty: Radiant Skin and Inner Harmony Through the Ancient Secrets of Ayurveda by Pratima Raichur New York based author’s guide to total beauty. Ayurveda and the Mind: The Healing of Consciousness by Dr. David Frawley The connection of Psychology and Ayurveda for longevity and health. Ayurveda for Women: A Guide to Vitality and Health by Dr. Robert E. Svoboda The woman’s manual for Ayurvedic health. Ayurveda: The Science of Self-Healing: A Practical Guide by Vasant Lad Excellent beginner guide. The Ayurvedic Cookbook by Amadea Morningstar and Urmila Desai One of the best Ayurvedic cookbooks and nutritional guides. The Ayurveda Encyclopedia: Natural Secrets to Healing, Prevention, & Longevity by Swami Sadashiva Tirtha A large one book encyclopedia with a plethora of knowledge on all thing Ayurveda. The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies by Vasant Lad Easy to follow home remedies. The Yoga of Herbs: An Ayurvedic Guide to Herbal Medicine by David Frawley and Vasant Lad A Comprehensive handbook to healing herbs (not just Ayurvedic herbs). Yoga & Ayurveda: Self-Healing and Self-Realization by Dr. David Frawley A thorough explanation of the relationship between yoga and Ayurveda. DVDs & Audio Course: Ayurveda - Art of Being – DVD A documentary of Ayurveda filmed in India. Ayurveda: Natural Health Practices for Your Body Type from the World's Oldest Healing Tradition - Audio Course America’s preeminent Ayuvedic doctor and professor, Dr. Vasant Lad’s 4 CD course on basic Ayurveda. Harmony Of The Senses Through Ayurveda-Eye, Ear, Nose And Throat Care – DVD Step by Step instructional guide for the care of the Otolaryngology system.

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