Holistic Wellness Counseling
Rediscover Balance Through Ayurvedic Nutritional Counseling
​Ayurvedic Consultations are offered by Dr. Uma Purighalla, a retired Internal Medicine doctor. Dr. Uma has decided to switch gears from practicing Internal Medicine and instead use her training in the Vedic art of healthy living for those interested in learning what Vedic wisdom advises to improve overall well being as time marches on. She combines the art of Ayurveda with her extensive knowledge on healthy living to help her clients achieve their optimal health.
Ayurveda is an ancient holistic healing system originating in India which offers profound insights into achieving physical, mental, and spiritual well-being through personalized approaches. Rooted in the belief that each individual is unique, Ayurveda emphasizes the balance of three fundamental energies or doshas – Vata, Pitta, and Kapha – within the body. This balance is essential for optimal health, and Ayurveda provides a comprehensive framework for achieving and maintaining it. Ayurvedic principles encompass various aspects of life, including diet, lifestyle, herbs, and therapies, all working in harmony to promote longevity and vitality.
Pittsburgh Ayurveda
Why Get an Ayurvedic Consultation?
Ayurvedic consultations serve as a transformative journey toward enhanced health and vitality. These consultations are not merely one-size-fits-all sessions; they are tailored experiences that delve into the intricate nuances of an individual's constitution, imbalances, and unique needs. Through careful analysis, Dr. Purighalla identifies your doshic imbalances and suggests personalized recommendations, encompassing dietary adjustments, herbal supplements, lifestyle modifications, and therapeutic practices.
These consultations empower individuals to take charge of their well-being by understanding their body's natural tendencies and imbalances, thus fostering a deeper connection between mind, body, and spirit. Whether seeking relief from specific health issues or aspiring to achieve holistic equilibrium, Ayurvedic consultations provide a roadmap to a harmonious and healthier life.
What's Your Dosha?
Take our dosha quiz to find out
Please note that this quiz may not be entirely accurate. One of the main causes of this is unbalanced doshas. Sometimes your result will be the dosha that is most out of balance for you. If you'd like an accurate answer, please schedule a consultation with Kate, our Ayurvedic Consultant.
Meet Our Ayurvedic Counselor
Dr. Uma Purighalla
MD, RYT200, NAMA Certified Consultant
For 24 years, Dr. Uma Purighalla has practiced Internal Medicine in the South Hills of Pittsburgh for Preferred Primary Care Physicians. She graduated from Drexel University College of Medicine and completed her residency and chief residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. She is now teaching Yoga and its pearls of wisdom regarding health and wellness. Her website is PurighallaWellness.com.
Since 2010, she has organized and given many corporate, community-based and St. Clair Hospital affiliated seminars on plant centered nutrition, Yoga and Ayurvedic lifestyle precepts, as well as mindfulness practices. She is board certified in Internal Medicine, received her Yoga teacher training certification from Three Rivers Yoga and lifestyle medicine training through American College of Lifestyle Medicine. She continues to advance her Ayurvedic health certification through Kerela Ayurveda Academy. Weaving modern science with ancient concepts of Yoga and Ayruveda has been her lifetime passion passed down from generations.