Want your kids to live a good life? Focus on contentment rather than relentlessly pursuing happiness
Recently, I was waiting outside the Ramaiah Memorial Hospital ICU, where my mother was admitted. As the hours stretched on, I chanced to meet the...
Category : Mental Health
5-Minute Self-Care Ideas for a Happier Life
I’m Dr. Brahmanand Nayak, an Ayurvedic physician who has seen both the physical and mental toll that lack of self-care can take. As a practicing...
How Exercise Can Help Improve Depression?
Depression is one of the most common mental health issues, affecting more than 264 million people globally. As a practicing physician for over 20 years,...
Ashwagandha for Anxiety: An Ayurvedic Doctor’s Perspective
I’ve seen anxiety up close: in my patient’s eyes, in their trembling hands, and in the way they speak, fast and breathless, as if trying...
The Gut-Brain Connection and Mental Health
As a physician, I have seen extensive evidence that our gastrointestinal system plays a major role in mental health. There is a well-established gut-brain axis...
Meditation and the Brain: An Inside Look at the Science Behind the Practice
Before diving into the science, let’s cover the basics – what is meditation? At its core, meditation involves focusing one’s attention in a sustained, intentional...
The Benefits of Aquariums on Health and Mood
Many years ago, my dentist wife Ranjana and I were invited by a wonderful couple, Preeja and Dinakaran, over for lunch. When we entered their...
What Happens When You Meditate Daily?
Before diving into the impacts of regular practice, let’s review what meditation entails. At its core, meditation is the practice of focused awareness and attention...
Those Who Drink Coffee Have a Lower Chance of Developing Both Alzheimer’s Dementia and Parkinson’s Disease
Recently, multiple large-scale studies have shown that regular coffee consumption is associated with a lower risk of developing both Alzheimer’s dementia and Parkinson’s disease. As...
How a Simple Gratitude Practice Transformed My Patient’s Life
Gratitude is a simple concept that has remarkable power. As an Ayurvedic doctor practicing for over 20 years, I have seen many patients struggle with...