Happier & Healthier with Nest
Bite-sized episodes on all things wellness from Nest Health Connections. Join host, Bridget Lavin, as she interviews amazing wellness providers and practitioners, and shares tools, modalities, and tips for WHOLE body health.
Happier & Healthier with Nest
Optimal Nutrition through Digestion
In this episode, host Bridget recaps an educational talk by esteemed Ayurvedic practitioner Alexa Berman. Dive into the world of Ayurveda and discover the secrets to optimal nutrition through proper digestion. Bridget distills Alexa's expert insights on the when, how, and what to eat according to Ayurvedic principles. Learn the importance of recognizing true hunger and maintaining a healthy agni, or digestive fire, to achieve balanced wellness. Whether you're new to Ayurveda or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode offers practical tips and profound wisdom to enhance your digestive health.
Key take aways:
Only eat when you experience true hungry
Eat every 4-6 hours (no snacking in Ayurveda)
Prioritize a lunch as your biggest meal and eat it between 11am-1pm