Meet Amani, Nutritional Therapist & Functional Medicine Practitioner specialised in Gut health. She helps clients better manage or even reverse their chronic conditions by getting to the root causes of their symptoms. Her passion for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine started in her twenties when she suffered from Candida overgrowth and was able to reverse her condition by rebalancing her gut in a holistic way. In this week's episode, we cover some useful tips to hack our productivity, using nutrition. The key questions/points covered include:What's the impact of screen time on our productivity?Is Caffeine as effective for our productivity? How is caffeine metabolised in our body?The right timing, and order to consume coffeeCaffeine and exerciseWhat's the impact of hydration and types of food on our productivity?Does our sleep impact our productivity? How does hormonal health affect our productivity? Is it the same for men and women?How much can alcohol from prior nights affect our efficiency?Strategic ways of consuming alcohol so it doesn't severely affect our experienceAmani also runs a virtual gut health clinic and has successfully helped more than 250 clients all over the world. She offers a course on digestion hosted on LinkedIn and hosts corporate wellness workshops for companies such as Soho House, TikTok and LinkedIn. Her favourite quote is : ''Listen to your body when it whispers so you won't have to hear it scream''Wanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Meet the next guest on Dotiv The Podcast - Rachel Lai 🙌🏾!With 12 years experience in marketing communications, Rachel is passionate about mindful leadership, creative thinking and purposeful collaborations. A globetrotter who majored in International Relations & Communications at Monash University Malaysia, she has worked for global businesses in China, United States, Indonesia & Kuala Lumpur. Rachel specialises in branding and communications for lifestyle, hospitality, fashion, wellness and travel brands as well as non-profit organizations through Wavemakers.co, a regional boutique marketing agency that she co-founded alongside her college friend and business partner.Attesting to the power of humanity, Rachel supports a network of like-minded individuals to help them understand and deliver their ‘why, what and how’ both professionally and personally. After becoming a certified yoga teacher in 2019,  she decided to build the culture of wellbeing at work through Karma Marketing, a not-for-profit community initiative that aims to unite and guide marketers across South East Asia through circular kindness and holistic development.In our episode with Rachel this week, we cover the following: - How to make career transitions when you're not sure how to go about it?Identifying where you areBeing okay with disappointing peopleTaking a break Being comfortable with failure- How to define our personal brand? Identifying our valuesPracticing self-inquiry Reconnecting with the selfBlocks/ barriers we may experience- When do we know we've hit our personal brand?- Not-so -rapid -  Rapid fire questions😂😂  To connect/ work with  Rachel further, you can click one of these links!- Consultancy Services - Community Initiative- Personal InstagramWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

This  week, we have the amazing Vaishali Patel on DTP!Vaishali Patel is a proven-expert in helping people transform their inner world to discover who they truly are and own their voice. She was invited to do a TEDx talk on using creative expression to become self-aware and heal through the body. Vaishali is also a Certified Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, Reiki master and has nearly two decades of leadership experience in corporate marketing and communication.  Vaishali is publishing a book on empowering women to solo travel.So in this week's episode, we get into our feelings a little , and talk about the struggles we face with expressing our feelings! especially when we're deep in our feels. Key areas covered:Why expressing feelings is hard for Vaishali, Guni & ThashaUnpacking some traumaWhich settings / circumstances feel easier to express inAddressing the environment factor in expressing feelingsVerbal vs Non-verbal therapy How verbal therapy helps How non-verbal therapy is complementary or more encouraging to people accessing their feelingsTypes of activities that can be used as non-verbal therapyKey tools/ routines/ habits that are helpful to practice expressingIf you'd like to connect with Vaishali, you can follow her on Instagram or LinkedInWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Have you been to a holistic retreat before?  How do you know if it's for you? Check out the special episode this month where Guni & Thasha speak about  a retreat Dotiv is hosting in November 2023. This short episode will give you insight to the intention of this retreat and the overall format of the retreat. The most common questions asked will be answered - when is it? where is it? what will be achieved as a result of going?  and a few others along the line. if this interests you, you can register following the link below, and we'll reach out to you to discuss / organize the rest :----- Register here for a  Holistic Retreat in Weligama !Wanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

This week, we have the incredible Seem Anand on DTP!Seema is an Author, storyteller, Mythologist, focusing on the women’s narrative, with a special expertise on the erotic literatures of ancient India. So, one of the crisis we face everyday is one that can get little steamy ----should we be maintaining monogamous sexual partnerships? should we exploring into the vast open space of non-monogamous sexual partnerships?  Seema helps us unpack this, answering some of the following key questions:What's a monogamous relationship? Should/ can women be in non-monogamous sexual partnerships ? What are the challenges that come up when exploring these curiosities?Does the Kama sutra comment about relationship formats? How can we find pleasure Connect with Seema - Seema Anand Website or on Seema's Instagram!Wanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

This week we explore the crisis of becoming a parent!Our first guest is  Keely Seaverson - a surrogacy expert,  founder of Collective Surrogacy, and an attorney specializing in the area of third party family formation. Since 2006, Keely has guided over 1,000 parents and surrogates through their surrogacy journey.  Keely is also a Surrogacy Coach who assists parents by providing them with objective advice and guidance. The other guests are a couple who became parents via surrogacy - Khaleel & Kirk.Key points covered this week include:The intention and discussions that led to wanting a babyWhy surrogacy instead of adoption/fostering? (Costs, convenience & legal aspects)What are the steps in the surrogacy process?Choosing a surrogate Choosing an egg donorMapping out of personal valuesChallenges faced in the overall processWhat happens post-delivery?Wanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Sunny Sekhon is a Love coach, specializing in helping people break out of negative patterns to help them find lasting love. He is a Tony Robbins-trained coach, NLP and Timeline therapy specialist and Author.  Sunny Sekhon focuses on solving suffering in the world caused by loneliness and seperation and has a goal to help over 18 million people in this life time.Key Sections in the episode:- Getting real with ourselves and answering the questions:Who are we marrying for? Why are we marrying?- Defining what marriage can look like:Setting clear boundariesCultural expectationsFamilies coming together Creating a deeper bond with someone. Committing to that person. - The illusion of the one. Are you ready to grow and support growth together? - Pressures of marriage, any differences of experiences between genders?Biological clockSociety and cultural expectationsOur own behaviours around commitment (Avoidant vs anxious)- Are you in your young or mature phase as you are dating?- Letting go of the hurt and attachment of the relationship outcome. - Love yourself firstConnect with Sunny Sekhon Here ---- Facebook & Sunny Sekhon Website Wanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Welcome everyone and Happy 2023!!So 2023 is here, and we've  switched up our narrative a little!This year, we'll be exploring lifestyle medicine from the perspective of exploring  daily crises that we face!We can't wait to share with you what we have lined up for this year! Wanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Meet our next guest on Dotiv The Podcast  - Rick OldermanRick Olderman is a sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapist with more than 25 years experience that specializes in helping people with chronic pain experience a pain-free life.  Rick has written the popular Fixing You® series of books  to help people with chronic pain or injuries. Rick's mission is to show you how to live completely pain-free without the need for medication. Sign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!In this week's episode, we speak about back pain ! The key points covered include:- Defining Back pain- How to identify if you have back pain? (Practical test) - How to spot lower back pain vs upper or middle back pain? - What systems are involved in back pain? - What demographics are more inclined to develop back pain? - Key action points to help your self today Rick graduated with his Master’s Degree from The Krannert School of Physical Therapy at the University of Indianapolis in 1996. His clinic in lovely Denver, Colorado was famous for being the place that people went when all other treatments failed. He is one of the top professionals in the U.S. when it comes to understanding recurring injuries and chronic musculoskeletal pain. He wants to enhance quality of life by helping people fix their pain once and for all.Rick wants to change how we understand and teach Orthopedic physical therapy throughout all health and wellness education. He wants the fundamental understanding about how the body works to create and solve pain to be available to everyone.You can connect with Rick on any of the following platforms - Rick's Website/ Rick's Facebook/ Talk About Pain PodcastCourses/Ongoing Programs Rick Runs- Fixing You Home Course here.  -  Fixing You Method for Health Professionals- Rick's Book  Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on:Dotiv YouTube , DTP Instagram , Dotiv Website OR Dotiv Linkedin ✌🏾😊Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

**THE CONTENT DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL OR INFORMATIVE PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE REPLACED BY INDIVIDUALISED PROFESSIONAL CONSULTATIONS/ PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVISE**Meet our next guest on Dotiv The Podcast  - Dr. Ana Freire Dr. Ana is a licensed  Medical Doctor turned Naturopathic Doctor, working in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. With a special interest in gut and mental health, she thrives on being able to provide individualized treatment to each of her patients through the use of various tools including lifestyle and dietary counselling, supplementation, and acupuncture.Sign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!In this week's episode, we cover the following points:What is Acid Reflux?How does Acid Reflux occur? What are the common ways to get Acid Reflux?What are the common symptoms of Acid Reflux?Is Acid Reflux permanent/ irreversible? What foods/drinks commonly trigger Acid Reflux?What are steps to take to reduce the likelihood of getting Acid Reflux?Dr. Ana Freire is in good standing with the College of Naturopaths of Ontario (CONO) and is a professional member of the Canadian Association of Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) and the Ontario Association of Naturopathic Doctors (OAND).Dr. Ana earned her master’s and medical degree at the University of Porto in Portugal. However, she yearned to broaden her knowledge and bridge the gap in patient care. Wanting to provide a more comprehensive approach to patient management, Dr. Ana embarked on a new journey in Naturopathic Medicine. Health and wellness, to Dr. Ana, embodies not only mere physical health, but also it’s full integration with mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.  She recognizes that each patient has a unique story, with equally unique health concerns. To Connect with Dr. Ana on Instagram / Facebook - You can find her @dranaraquelnd!Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on:Dotiv YouTube , DTP Instagram , Dotiv Website OR Dotiv Linkedin ✌🏾😊Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

**THE CONTENT DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE IS FOR EDUCATIONAL OR INFORMATIVE PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE REPLACED BY INDIVIDUALISED PROFESSIONAL CONSULTATIONS/ PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVISE**Meet our next guest on Dotiv The Podcast - Haya Al-Hejailan !!Haya is a wellbeing coach, positive psychology practitioner and psychedelic integrationist. She holds a B.A. in psychology from Claremont McKenna College where she focused her senior thesis on the clinical uses of psychedelics.Sign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!For this week's episode, we answer the following:Brief overview of psychedelics  & history What is Psilocybin? What are its benefits from a clinical perspective? Risks? What does a standard assisted process look like?What are the general stages in a psilocybin experience? Haya recently received her Masters in Applied Positive Psychology and coaching psychology  , with a dissertation research project exploring the impact of psychedelic use on wellbeing in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Haya is co-directing and co-producing The Psychedelic Renaissance Documentary and works as an events planner for The Psychedelic Society UK.She has previously worked as an administrator with Synthesis retreats and was involved with the French psychedelic society. Haya intends to dedicate her career in the field to help bridge the gap between psychedelic science and cultures in the SWANA/MENA region (South West Asia and North Africa/Middle East and North Africa).Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on ✌🏾😊:Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv LinkedinTill then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

This week we debrief the entire Triathlon experience with our Resident "Amateur Athlete" - Guni D!We speak about her entire Triathlon process from pre-training, race day to the days post- race day !! Guni shares her most memorable moments on race day,  from the advice of guests that came to her during the race, to some of her challenges and how she navigated it all! To keep up with Guni - follow her on @guniasd !!Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on YouTube , DTP Instagram or  LinkedinTill then, Stay Well 🌻G&TPS: If you liked this episode/ want to hear more episodes like this,  firstly Follow /Subscribe to us on this platform✌🏾and secondly, drop us a DM on Instagram  to let us know!! We wanna create more of what you 💗!Wanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Disclaimer - The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed in this conversation belong solely to the respective individual speakers and is a representation of their respective individual experiences only._________We kick off Season 2 with a special episode in partnership with the South Asian Heritage Month UK Organization ( @southasianheritagemonth_uk). We invited healthcare professionals, Dr. Gaya Gamhewage and Nibarna Kannathasan, to have an open dialogue with DTP hosts Guni and Thasha about what it's like to be women within the Sri Lankan Diaspora.They key questions answered:How did being Sri Lankan translate in your daily life? What makes you most proud of being Sri Lankan?What makes you least proud of being Sri Lankan?How does being Sri Lankan show up in your professional life in the healthcare industry?How does your Sri Lankan values show up in dating/ romantic relationships?  If given a chance, would you move back/ move to Sri Lanka?More about Dr. Gaya:  Dr. Gaya Gamhewage is a qualified Medical Doctor who works with the World Health Organization (WHO) and is based in Switzerland. She holds a Masters Degree in International Health and International Policy Making and Negotiation. At the WHO, she leads all Learning, Training and Capacity Building initiatives in the Health Emergencies Program, and is a Certified Life Coach and expert in  Adult Learning, Conflict Management and Negotiation. Gaya is also the Co-Founder of the Social Enterprise, The Wisdom House, where she combines her wealth of professional experience with her passion to help people learn and grow.To connect with Dr. Gaya and  her work, visit the Wisdom House WebsiteMore about Nibarna:Nibarna Kannathasan is a BACP accredited psychotherapist working from an integrative and transcultural approach.  She takes a specific interest in exploring accessible therapy that works from a transcultural and collective approach which places an importance on heritage and migration journeys.She currently works with survivors of rape and sexual assault within the NHS, supporting them from a trauma informed approach.  Nibarna is also a trustee at ANBU UK (Abuse Never Becomes Us), a charity working with survivors of child sexual abuse in the Tamil community and focuses on culturally sensitive therapeutic interventions.Nibarna has a small private practice, Nevana Wellbeing, where she offers therapy which contextualises clients within their heritages. Her current doctoral research focuses on bridging the acculturation gap between generations within the Tamil community following migration from Sri Lanka to the UK.To connect with Nibarna, you can follow her on IG @nevanawellbeing or via her website - Nevana Well Being !Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on YouTube , Wanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Meet our next guest on Dotiv The Podcast - Sonja Shah-Williams !Sonja is the founder of her private Ayurvedic practice, Anala and is also the Governor of a primary school in London, where she focuses on safeguarding and the wellbeing of her students. She has also launched her own Ayurvedic body oils (which she hand blends) and recently,  homemade Ghee.  In our episode with Sonja, we speak about: What nutrition in school looked like for herHow nutrition in schools have changed, and potential reasons whyWhy it's important to be intentional with nutrition in primary schools (Gut-Brain axis)The reasons why parents can focus on nutrition and routine as a stepping stoneThe Ayurvedic take on Play time for childrenHow to take action immediatelySign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!Sonja studied and completed her  Ayurvedic degree  in London, which included an internship at a teaching hospital in India, almost 10 years ago. Her main areas of focus are 1-1 consultations, teaching, and talks. made from the raw, organic milk of grass fed, small breed, free roaming happy cows. Sonja is passionate about the principles of ancient Ayurveda, and brings the knowledge contained within it to modern human beings.To connect with Sonja, you can reach her on Instagram - @AnalaAyurvedicHealth or on her website Anala -- here .Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on ✌🏾😊:Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv LinkedinTill then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Meet our next guest on Dotiv The Podcast -Kelsie Johnson !Kelsie is a triathlete competing from sprint to middle distance triathlons, who also lectures at Sports Nutrition and Physiology at a University.  Sign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!In this week's episode, we speak about the following:Costs related to Triathlon Events - From Gear, Participation costs to Logistic chargesHow to prep in the days leading up to the event & for event day Training intensity few days before the eventSleep schedule during the week leading up to the eventCarb loading strategyNutrition for event dayLogistics planning for event (timing of food/ organizing transport)Mindset - how to feed your mind to address pre-event jittersThe wind-down after the event both physically and mentally To connect with Kelsie, you can reach her on  social media - @kelsieolivia94Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on ✌🏾😊:Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv LinkedinTill then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Meet our next guest on Dotiv The Podcast -  Fareeha Jay!Fareeha is an anthropologist turned Dietitian based in Plymouth, who currently runs her own private practice where she consults/ coaches clients across the globe.  Fareeha also works with the NHS as a Diabetes Specialist, and has a special interest in South Asian diets. Sign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!In this week's episode, we speak about / answer the following:What is fasting? What is intermittent fasting?  What are the benefits and risk factors to Intermittent Fasting? Is intermittent fasting healthy? Why has it become so popular? A brief overview of the mindset around diet culture?How can we avoid this mindset for future? As a Diabetes Specialist in the NHS for the last 5 years, her work is focused on delivering educational sessions to people newly diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. Fareeha's special interest in South Asian diets ultimately led her to  develop the South Asian Eatwell Guide.  She has expertise in healthy eating and sustainable diets for ethnic minority groups, where she  uses evidence-based nutrition to support communication messages to the same target group, resulting in a larger social media following. In recent times, Fareeha has also conducted talks on sustainable eating, immune optimisation, and healthy eating on a budget. She has also run talks/ workshops to community groups, organisations and schools on varied topics around nutrition. To connect with Fareeha, you can reach her on   her Instagram - Dietitian Fareeha.Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on ✌🏾😊:Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv LinkedinTill then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Meet our next guest on Dotiv The Podcast - Elle Fox!Elle Fox is a Naturopath, Author, Researcher and Lecturer, with a background in Medicine and Education. She has 30 years’ experience treating people with a range of health issues, but often focused on Gastrointestinal and Behavioural Challenges.  Sign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!The key areas discussed in this episode include:What the fermentation process is & examples of fermented foodsThe purpose of fermented foods in our dietAre fermented foods suitable for childrenHow to incorporate more fermented foods in our dietHow to make a Sourdough starter and KombuchaElle has been running her own private natural health practice since the mid 1990s . She is the founder and Clinic Director of her Integrative Medicine Practice and has supported well over 20,000 individuals with chronic pain, adrenal issues, chronic fatigue, gut and skin-related conditions, dysbiosis, depression and anxiety.  She firmly believes that cheap food is expensive food; it depletes us of resources and leaves us broke on every level.  Elle is very passionate about, and does charity work to support local, sustainable, ethically managed farming, food quality and fair earnings for the most important assets around - farmers and the land they are custodians of.To connect with Elle,  send her a message here !Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on ✌🏾😊:Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv LinkedinTill then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Meet our next guest on Dotiv The Podcast - Dominica Collis!Dominica is a Master Herbalist, Naturopath, Iridologist, Nutritional Therapist,  Trainer of the Soul Body Fusion® method, and teacher of Slavic Gymnastics. She is also the owner and founder of her  2 businesses, Wellness Alchemy and Surrey Organics.  Sign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!Wellness Alchemy is Dominica's private practice where she provides individual naturopathic and nutritional consultations, meal plans, training and courses for individuals and companies. Surrey Organics is an organic vegan herbal cosmetics and dietary supplements company.  In our episode with Dominca, we explore the following:Definition of a herbDifference between herb and spiceHow & where to forage for herbsWhat are must have herbs in our homeHow to start the process to incorporate more herbs in our cookingFor almost 10 years, Dominica has been exploring the secrets of natural medicine, studying various holistic approaches originating from Europe and other parts of the world. She constantly expands her knowledge by studying health in practice, and conducting numerous individual sessions and training.She is also the author of the book "Greenlicious Cookbook", which introduces the reader to the secrets of the plant-based diet through nearly 100 quick, easy and delicious recipes, and explains how to balance it and use it to improve our health.To connect with Dominica, you can contact her on Instagram - @WellnessAlchemyHub or here !Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on ✌🏾😊:Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv LinkedinTill then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Meet our next guest on Dotiv The Podcast - Simi Godagama !Simi is a multifaceted Professional who studied Osteopathic, Ayurvedic and Traditional Chinese Medicine, and is qualified as an Ayurvedic Practitioner and Acupuncturist!Sign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!She is also the founder of @rurifoundation - a non-profit organization that supports child protection in Sri Lanka, and also the author of the children's book - Sully's Glow.As a mother who conceived her twins via IVF,  Simi shares her story and gives us context to the challenges she faced in deciding to conceive via IVF as a Natural Medicine Practitioner. In our episode this week, we cover the key areas:The pressure of having to conceive naturallyThe treatment options considered via the 'Natural' route  before considering IVFThe internal battle/ challenge Simi faced in deciding to conceive via IVFHow natural/ traditional medicine supported her IVF JourneyThe mindset/ thought process adopted to navigate the emotional journeySimi is the Executive Board Director of The British Ayurvedic Medical Council, Chair of the Information & Communication Committee, Director and Owner of The Little Buckingham Clinic, a Child Protection Activist, South Asian Women’s Health Advocate, and also an Exhibited and Commissioned Artist.To consult with Simi, you can try the following:Drop Simi a Message Follow LBCFollow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on ✌🏾😊:Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv LinkedinTill then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T

Meet the next Founder Series Guest on Dotiv The Podcast - Andy Chan!Sign up to DOTIV's FREE  Monthly Newsletter Right Here !Be a guest on DOTIV THE PODCAST !!Andy is a certified strength & conditioning specialist and educator. Drawing on his master’s degree in Exercise Science and influenced by his 10-year stay in the United States, Andy has a unique outlook on health and athletic performance.  He is also the Co-Author to the newly released book - Dynamic Balance  which looks at  the interconnectedness of diet, emotions, and training through the lens of Traditional Chinese Medicine. In this episode, Guni speaks to Andy on the following:Concept of Ying and YangEating to what's local and culturally appropriate based on your environmentFlight or Fight  and Rest & DigestBeing Agile & AdaptableTraining in isolation vs total body movementsHow does recovery tie into training efficiency Andy's experience as a minority ethnic group in Sport & Fitness industry in USAAndy also teaches educational courses at the National Academy of Sports Medicine, TRX, Trigger Point Performance, and Power Plate.  He has also made guest appearances on Hong Kong television shows and  presents at  different public fitness events. To connect with Andy, you can find him here ---  Contact Andy . You can also purchase Andy's book here --  Dynamic Balance !Follow/Subscribe to Dotiv  on ✌🏾😊:Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv LinkedinTill then, Stay Well 🌻G&TWanna show us some love? Go ahead and press that follow/Subscribe button on all our pages, as listed below ✌🏾😊 Dotiv YouTubeDTP InstagramDotiv WebsiteDotiv Linkedin Till then, Stay Well 🌻G&T