What happens when ancient wisdom meets modern health coaching? In this episode of Health Coach Radio, Erin Power sits down with Nidhi Pandya, a NAMA-certified advanced Ayurvedic practitioner, best-selling author of Your Body Already Knows, women's health coach, and speaker. If you've ever thought Ayurveda was too "woo" or unscientific, this conversation may just shift your perspective. Erin and Nidhi dive into what Ayurveda really means—the science of life—and how its principles can deepen our understanding of nutrition, digestion, and how food actually behaves in the body. Whether you're a coach steeped in macros and calories or simply curious about integrating timeless wisdom with evidence-based practice, this episode will expand the way you think about health and nutrition. Episode Overview: 0:00 Intro 1:55 Nidhi Pandya's Ayurvedic Journey 5:10 Understanding Ayurveda: Science of Life 7:42 Debunking Skepticism: The Evidence of Ayurveda 16:00 The Spoon Down Method: Transforming Relationship with Food 24:00 Ayurvedic Food Evaluation: The Six Tastes 29:00 The Power of Sour and Salty Tastes 30:40 The Three Building Tastes 32:50 Reawakening Appetite and Snacking 34:00 The Role of Bitter, Pungent, and Astringent Tastes 42:40 Ayurvedic Nutrition Certification Program 44:20 Bridging Ancient Wisdom with Modern Nutrition 48:40 The Freedom of Health Connect with Nidhi on: Website: https://www.nidhi.me Book: https://www.nidhi.me/nidhi-book-pre-order-new Courses: https://www.nidhi.me/store IG: https://www.instagram.com/my_ayurvedic_life/ Ready to turn your passion for health into lasting impact? Health Coach Radio is your backstage pass into the world of health and fitness coaching, hosted by Primal Health Coach Institute Coaching Director, Erin Power, and powered by the legacy of founder Mark Sisson. Each episode is packed with real stories, expert strategies, and practical inspiration to help you grow as a coach and make a difference. Curious about what's possible for your own health coaching journey? Visit primalhealthcoach.com to learn how Primal Health Coach Institute can help you transform lives—including your own—through the power of coaching and ancestral health.
