Hello! Thank you for stopping by. My name is Varsha and I am the founder of Illuminated Health. I am a qualified nutritionist and ayurveda consultant who specialises in women's health, type 2 diabetes and digestive wellbeing. I love what I do so much that I am currently a PhD student in Food Innovation and Sustainable Nutrition. In my newsletters, I like to keep it real and practical. I love to share my knowledge and experience with all things related to holistic health. You will also hear about my student journey and my family. I love hearing from my readers, so please do say hi once you have subscribed! Wishing you health and happiness, Varsha
The Ayurvedic approach to gut health
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Hello Reader Have you ever wondered why certain foods make you feel great, while others seem to leave you bloated, tired, or sluggish? In Ayurveda, the digestive system is considered to be the foundation of health, and the ancient wisdom surrounding it is incredibly powerful. One of the core principles in Ayurveda is the idea of Agni – your digestive fire. When your Agni is strong, your digestion is efficient and therefore your body thrives. But when Agni is weak, your gut becomes sluggish, and problems like bloating, constipation, and indigestion arise. Throughout my years of experience, I have seen how understanding your digestive fire can be a game-changer for gut health. But here's the catch: Ayurveda doesn’t offer a one-size-fits-all solution. Everyone's digestion is unique, based on their dosha or personal constitution. That is why in my Holistically Healthy newsletter, we will dive deep into both nutrition and Ayurvedic practices, blending modern science with ancient wisdom. For the next eight weeks, I am focusing on gut health with a special Balancing Gut Health Series, where I’ll walk you through the steps to improve digestion, boost immunity, and support your long-term health goals. By becoming a Holistically Healthy member, you’ll receive:
This is your chance to join a community committed to health, vitality, and wellness. And it’s all available for just £7/month. It is time to take your gut health seriously and get the tools you need to thrive. Join now, and let’s get started. Health and Happiness, P.S. I’ve seen firsthand how small changes to your gut health can lead to massive improvements in energy, mood, and wellbeing. Sign up today - the first newsletter is the series goes out on Monday and once the email has been sent, then it is gone - in over 2 years, I have never repeated a members newsletter.
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Varsha Khatri
Hello! Thank you for stopping by. My name is Varsha and I am the founder of Illuminated Health. I am a qualified nutritionist and ayurveda consultant who specialises in women's health, type 2 diabetes and digestive wellbeing. I love what I do so much that I am currently a PhD student in Food Innovation and Sustainable Nutrition. In my newsletters, I like to keep it real and practical. I love to share my knowledge and experience with all things related to holistic health. You will also hear about my student journey and my family. I love hearing from my readers, so please do say hi once you have subscribed! Wishing you health and happiness, Varsha
Hello Reader Question for you. What place or room in your home is your favourite spot? Or where do you tend to gravitate towards? In my home, we all gravitate towards the kitchen. We hang out in the kitchen, do homework in there, have conversations, cook together, have family meal times and so forth. The kitchen is a place where we all come together. The kitchen holds so much healing and therapeutic energy. Think about it: Your spice rack is essentially a cabinet of home remedies The meals...
Hello Reader How are you? (Do reply to this email and let me know!) It has been quite some time since I have written and sent out a Thursday newsletter. It is a bit of a long one today, but it is worth the read! Following my announcement of starting my PhD, I took a bit of "break" from sending newsletters. I am now back with a lot more to offer! Beyond my years of work within the clinical setting, I am also now involved academically, from teaching and supervising to doing research. As it...
Hello Reader Earlier this week, I took part in a drug and alcohol training session for health care practitioners to learn more about its use and misuse. One message really stood out: there is no safe level of drinking. That’s because when it comes to alcohol, you never truly know what damage might be happening behind the scenes. If you know me, you know that I am not a particular fan of alcohol. I do not drink much and this is purely a personal choice, one that has often raised eyebrows,...