#169 Dr Harsh Agrawal - Ayurveda 101: Doshas, Gunas & the Intelligence of Healing

In this episode I sit down with Dr Harsh Agrawal, CMD of Vardan Ayurveda Nilayam in Rishikesh, for a grounded and insightful conversation exploring Ayurveda as a living science — one that bridges tradition, nervous system regulation, and the deeper intelligence of healing.

Dr Harsh comes from a lineage of doctors, carrying forward the legacy of his grandfather, a renowned Ayurvedacharya in the 1970s. With over a decade of experience treating chronic disorders through Ayurveda, he brings both clinical depth and lived wisdom to the conversation.

Together we explore Ayurveda 101 — what Ayurveda really is, how it understands health and imbalance, and the foundational principles that shape this ancient system. We talk about the doshas, the gunas, and how these frameworks help us understand body, mind, energy, and behaviour in a practical and embodied way.

This conversation bridges traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with modern life — offering simple insights into lifestyle rhythms, daily practices, and the subtle intelligence of healing that arises when awareness and right relationship return to the body.

And some exciting news — we will be bringing Dr Harsh to Perth for a series of workshops and consultations.

So stay tuned, Perth.

If you’ve been curious about Ayurveda beyond surface-level wellness trends — or are seeking a deeper, grounded approach to health — this episode offers a thoughtful and accessible introduction.

About Dr Harsh Agrawal

Dr Harsh Agrawal is the CMD of Vardan Ayurveda Nilayam (VAN) in Rishikesh, one of the region’s leading Ayurveda and Panchkarma centres.

He comes from a respected lineage of Ayurvedic doctors and carries over 10 years of experience treating chronic disorders through Ayurveda. More than 20,000 patients from India and abroad have benefitted from his work.

“It is not the pathy (stream of medicine system), which a doctor or healer adopts, but the feeling of empathy, which connects him with his patients and cures them finally.”

— Dr Harsh Agrawal

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