The Ayurvedic Nutrition Training
This program is a 5-month, 150-hour course accredited by the American Association of Drugless Practitioners (AADP). Upon successful completion of the program, each graduate will receive full national certification by AADP as a Certified Holistic Health Counselor. This first training of its kind in the U.S. integrates Western concepts with the Ayurvedic tradition to offer a comprehensive study of the effects of food on the human body, mind and consciousness. The course is conducted by Ayurvedic physician (Ayurvedacharya) and esthetician Naina Marballi, who has 30 years of experience, and Amita Banerjee, a practicing Ayurvedic nutritionist and therapist for over 20 years.
Ayurveda, the world's oldest systematic medical tradition, originated in India thousands of years ago, but its wisdom regarding attaining good health, vitality and happiness is universal and timeless. According to Ayurveda, most ailments originate from the imbalance of the digestive system and mind. Ayurveda teaches us how to make conscious nutritional choices that are best for our body and mind and in tune with our Prakruti or constitution. Food, the life force of all living things, nourishes the body, mind and spirit and is ultimately our best medicine.
This program also includes topics such as the ideal balance between rest and sleep, the importance of healthy posture, breathing techniques, and meditation. It teaches us how to ascertain an individual's constitution and how to tailor an ideal lifestyle and diet to promote a better quality of life and optimal health for each person.
COURSE CONTENT
Overview
An introduction to Ayurvedic history, philosophy and core concepts, such as the five elements, essential qualities (sattva, rajas and tamas), constitutional types (the tridoshas: Vata, Pitta and Kapha), the theory of the "seven tissue" types as it relates to nourishment, elimination and digestion, etc.
Ayurvedic Nutritional Theory and Practice
Topics covered with include: the four pillars of nutrition; the 6 tastes (rasas) and 20 qualities; lifestyle and diet as preventive medicine; healing through the senses (i.e. color and sound therapy, aromatherapy, etc.), the relation between digestion, emotions and metabolism; how to decrease toxicity and increase immunity; designing diet guidelines based on constitutional type; food combining and incompatibilities; using food to revitalize skin and hair; health and vegetarianism; and how Western nutritional research and Ayurvedic approaches can complement each other.
Food preparation and the Designing of Dietary Regimens
We will explore: ingredient selection; hygiene and sanitation; food preservation; optimal cooking strategies to preserve nutritional potency; the use of herbs, spices and condiments to enhance wellness; beverages; healthy desserts; the use of ghee, oil, yogurt, honey and essential oils in foods; and detoxifying and rejuvenating diets.
How to Perform an Ayurvedic Nutritional Consultation
Students learn how to: examine and analyze the tongue, pulse, eyes, nails and skin to determine constitutional type and overall condition; and advise clients on a range of issues, including improving digestion, weight loss, controlling food cravings and menopause.
Yoga and Ayurveda
We will discuss the use of yoga as a healing discipline and therapeutic aid. We will look at core aspects of yogic philosophy, drawing from the classic text, Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, and students will learn specific yogic practices to enhance digestion boost overall vitality and manage stress. These include postures, meditation and Pranayama breathing techniques.
Business and Management Guidance
To prepare graduating students for the real world, detailed practical advice on how to manage their holistic healing practice is offered.
Post-Graduation Case Study Work
Upon completion of the training, students will have the opportunity to work with 5 clients under the supervision and guidance of Naina Marballi and Amita Banerjee. This is a crucial intermediate step. It offers budding counselors a chance to build their confidence and solidify their understanding and skills, so they are then fully ready to make the leap to becoming independent practitioners.
A 8 MONTHS, 150-HOUR TRAINING
April 30–December 5, 2010
Fridays, 7-10pm, Saturdays, 10-6pm & Sundays, 10-5:30pm
Please mark your calendars for the weekend study dates:
April 30–May 2, June 4–6, July 9–11, August 6–8, September 10–12, October 1–3, November 5–7 and December 3–5.
Full Payment: $3,100
10WHN48S Approved for CEUs
Payment Plan: $3,400 (A non-refundable deposit of $850 is due upon registration. Three further payments of $850 are due June 7, July 12, and August 23.)
10WHN49S Approved for CEUs
Price includes manual, food, oils, training and post-training personal supervision.
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