Sharing authentic Ayurvedic knowledge and elevating professional standards across Canada
With Vaidya Dinal Khatri, MD (India) — Classically Trained Vaidya, Advanced Education in Dravyaguna Vigyana
In this episode, Shaughn Jenson, Registered Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner, speaks with Vaidya Dinal Khatri, MD (India) about what it means to practice Ayurveda responsibly in Canada.
As a classically trained Vaidya with advanced education in Dravyaguna Vigyana, Dinal brings a grounded perspective on the difference between practicing Ayurveda in India and working within Canada's wellness and regulatory environment. Together, they explore the misconceptions surrounding Ayurveda in Canada — including the reduction of Ayurveda to herbs, supplements, short courses, or spiritual practices. Topics include:
This episode offers a thoughtful discussion for students, practitioners, educators, and anyone interested in the responsible development of Ayurveda in Canada.
Listen on SpotifyThe final installment of The Biological Terrain series. Shaughn Jenson and Dr. Deepu Mirchandani examine cancer prevention through the lens of systemic regulation — integrating modern biomedical concepts with Ayurvedic frameworks to understand how health is maintained and how it is gradually lost. Topics include autophagy, circadian rhythm, chronic stress, environmental toxins, vagal tone, and the role of daily Ayurvedic habits (Dinacharya) in long-term disease prevention.
Listen on SpotifyIn Part 3, Shaughn Jenson and Dr. Deepu Mirchandani explore immune surveillance and the tumor microenvironment — examining how immune signaling, metabolic state, stress physiology, and tissue environment converge to determine whether abnormal cells are identified and removed, or evade detection. Covers the HPA axis, cortisol, gut–brain–immune axis, and Ayurvedic principles of Ojas, Tejas, and Prana in the context of systemic immune integrity.
Listen on SpotifyIn Part 2, host Shaughn Jenson is joined again by Dr. Deepu Mirchandani to move from the macro terrain into the cellular layer — where disease is ultimately decided. The episode explores cellular fidelity: DNA repair systems, the p53 pathway, epigenetic regulation, and how Ayurvedic principles of agni, tejas, and tamas map onto these molecular processes.
Listen on SpotifyIn this first installment of a four-part series, host Shaughn Jenson is joined by Dr. Deepu Mirchandani, MD (Ret.), former medical oncologist at BC Cancer, for a systems-based conversation on cancer prevention. The episode explores the "biological terrain" — the internal environment that shapes whether disease can take root — examining the Seed-and-Soil hypothesis, metabolism, the gut–microbiome–immune axis, and where integrative support fits alongside conventional oncology.
Listen on SpotifyIn this episode, we explore the journey to becoming a professional Ayurvedic practitioner in Canada. Discover the educational pathways, certification requirements, and what it takes to build a successful Ayurvedic practice while maintaining the highest standards of authentic traditional knowledge.
Listen on SpotifyIn our inaugural episode, we introduce the Ayurveda Association of British Columbia and explore the growing recognition of Ayurveda in British Columbia. Learn about our mission to promote authentic practice, professional standards, and community building throughout the province.
Listen on SpotifyThe Samya Ayurveda Podcast is a platform dedicated to sharing authentic Ayurvedic knowledge and highlighting the meaningful work of practitioners across Canada. Each episode features in-depth conversations with Ayurvedic professionals, educators, and experts who are contributing to the growth and recognition of this ancient healing system in modern healthcare.
Our mission is to educate, inspire, and connect the Ayurvedic community while raising awareness about the importance of professional standards, traditional training, and ethical practice.
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