About-Ayurveda

"I would like to say that Dr. Shah gave me my life back. For the first time, I can envision leading a healthy, happy and successful life. In many ways, Dr. Shah has been a wise mentor and guide to me. It was not just about treating my health but also guiding me on how to make sustainable changes in all aspects of my life to lead a better quality of life. Her approach is to make you self-sufficient, and set you up for long-term success."

Your diagnosis (diagnoses): Seborrheic Dermatitis, ADHD, Hormonal health issues

A brief history of your illness(es) along with duration and all you had tried before seeing Shah:

· PTSD-related stress, anxiety issues 10+ years

· ADHD like symptoms for 10+ years

· Seborrheic Dermatitis for 17+ years. Tried steroidal creams didn’t work.

· Idiopathic itching – Unexplained itching in palm and foot of soles every few days for 5 years. Goes away with cetirizine.

Main symptoms you were experiencing:

· Stress, restlessness, anxiety, sleep issues, depression, apathy

· Fatigue, exhaustion, sluggishness for 10+ years

· Struggle with focus, racing thoughts for 10+ years

· Overstimulation/Hyperarousal, sensory overload, sensitive to light sound etc for 10+ years

· Seborrheic Dermatitis: Severe flaking in scalp, face, behind ears, hyperpigmentation on face for 17+ years. Tried steroidal creams didn’t work.

· Itching – Unexplained itching in palm and foot of soles every few days for 5 years. Goes away with cetirizine.

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed):

Dr. Shah listened to my concerns very patiently. She has been immensely supportive of me. Making changes as an ADHD person is extremely challenging. Dr. Shah has been gently encouraging me to incorporate these changes without being harsh or critical. She is extremely knowledgeable, wise and has a wealth of experience to treat and help you regain your health.

Summary of the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like):

I was facing issues at multiple levels including emotional, mental and physical. Dr. Shah took time to listen and really understand my background and the root causes of my concern. The biggest win for me was when she correctly identified what was going on. She explained to me in detail what was going on and why I was experiencing my symptoms. Certain past and ongoing traumatic events my life significantly contributed to my current health concerns. Additionally, heavy months long antibiotic intake as an infant, combined with malnutrition as an infant, also effected my system. I have been struggling with issues of focus, lack of mental and physical energy, and getting overstimulated for years now. It was immensely debilitating and affected all areas of my life, both personal and professional. Dr. Shah explained how the events my life so far have contributed to what I am experiencing right now.

After taking the herbs that Dr. Shah suggested, for the first time in years, I am experiencing what it’s like to be a functional human being. I am more energetic, focused and I feel lighter in general.

Here are the key benefits I observed:

Less racing thoughts
Getting less overstimulated. Reduction in sensory sensitivity
Increase in mental stamina, feeling of brain fog or mental cobwebs is gone
Physically more active, lighter and energetic. That constant heaviness in body and dull feeling is gone
More calmness, less restlessness
Completely normal and painless menstrual cycle
Better ‘shock-absorption’ to stressors in life, more resilience
Feeling protected in response to traumatic events
Better time management, improved alertness
Don’t feel sluggish after eating or in general
Sleeping better

Most importantly, I noted all of these changes with 2 months of taking the recommended herbs. My life quality has significantly improved. I am performing much better professionally , and I am happier in personal life. I have more energy and focus and lightness in my body and mind to live my life to the fullest.

What are a few things that you think characterize a consult with Shah?

You will be treated with respect and kindness. You will feel heard and understood. Dr. Shah is extremely wise and knowledgeable. She will work with you and do everything in her power to help you heal.

Would you recommend Shah to a friend? Why?

Yes. I would highly recommend anyone to Dr. Shah. She is patient, kind, observant and a very good listener. She is extremely knowledgeable and will treat the root cause of your ailments and not just the symptoms. Her approach is great in the sense that she continuously monitors your progress and seeks feedback, so that she can change or adjust your medication accordingly. Dr. Shah’s approach to treatment is holistic. She will equip you with an arsenal of tools to improve your health which including herbs, diet and lifestyle recommendations. I have seen immediate and drastic changes in my symptoms ever since I started my consultations with her.

Any additional comments:

I would like to say that Dr. Shah gave me my life back. For the first time, I can envision leading a healthy, happy and successful life. In many ways, Dr. Shah has been a wise mentor and guide to me. It was not just about treating my health but also guiding me on how to make sustainable changes in all aspects of my life to lead a better quality of life. Her approach is to make you self-sufficient, and set you up for long-term success.

Happy client, MA

Asthma - I had my first asthma attack at around four years old. Growing up, I would do nightly breathing treatments on a breathing machine and would use an inhaler as needed (although the inhaler made symptoms come more frequently and eventually stopped working). I grew out of asthma attacks once I got older, but I have experienced chronic minor wheezing since.

Anxiety - I have experienced anxiety my entire life, stemming from childhood, generational, and societal trauma. I was diagnosed with ADHD and put on medicine. The medicine would only help if I needed it to get a large amount of work done, but I could only take it one or two days before I crashed and felt the side effects of the medicine.

Main symptoms you were experiencing:

Trouble breathing, low energy, panic, fear, panic attacks

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed):

I started seeing Dr. Shah in October 2021. I had attended a couple of classes at the time with her before seeing her for an intake and consultation. Dr. Shah is an expert in the field of Ayurveda. Dr. Shah exudes confidence in the information that she is sharing, and she practices Ayurveda fully with her whole being; this shines through when working with her and has made it easy for me to place my trust in her.

During my first intake, it was clear that she had thoroughly read over the intake assessment that I had filled out. She actively listened and helped me understand foundational concepts of Ayurvedic wellness. The recommendations from the first intake focused on giving my gut a break as it had been digesting processed foods, incompatible food combinations, and frequent eating patterns for all of my life. As I followed the protocols given by the first intake recommendations, my body detoxed itself. I remember telling her that it felt as if I had gotten an entirely new body. Since then, my energy levels have been up and consistent; this has made a huge impact on my life, relationships, and achieving my goals. Our second follow-up consisted of building Ojas (immunity) and a healthy gut microbiome.

I have had several follow-up appointments with Dr. Shah. At each follow-up, Dr. Shah holds a compassionate space and really listens to how I have been doing. The care and space she has held for me have brought me to tears on more than one occasion, as compassionate listening and inquiry are unique to me coming from a background of seeing doctors in Western medicine. Dr. Shah has prescribed herbs, tinctures, and oils that have all worked and benefited me significantly. I have no longer been experiencing chronic wheezing. Each session with Dr. Shah has brought me closer to having a Sattvic mind, and she always reminds me to focus on self-compassion first.

Summary of the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like):

Higher energy levels
Better understanding of my body
A trusted patient/doctor relationship
No signs of chronic wheezing or asthma
Slowly working towards a more Sattvic state of mind

What are a few things that you think characterize a consultation with Dr. Shah?

Compassion, care, and support

Would you recommend Dr. Shah to a friend? Why?

Yes, I would most definitely recommend Dr. Shah to a friend as she can help you find balance in your body and mind.

I would also recommend the delicious Chyavanprash Herbal Jam from Dr. Shah’s company Swa Stha!!

Courtney Bailey, TN, Asthma

A brief history of your illness(es) along with duration and all you had tried before seeing Shah:

For many years, I have gone to my doctors with a variety of symptoms, asking “Why am I always tired?”, “Why does it take a small cut so long to heal?”, “Why is my hair falling out?”

They would order bloodwork but would dismiss me because I wasn’t sick enough for anything to be outside the normal ranges. I was simply unwell. I tried to treat myself with a cabinet full of supplements, tinctures, and shakes but the symptoms continued to get worse.

Finally, when I was sick enough, I was diagnosed with the autoimmune disease Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and told there isn’t a cure for autoimmune diseases, but I could take a pill for the symptoms while the disease slowly deteriorated my thyroid.

Main symptoms you were experiencing: low body temperature, hair loss from head, arms, and legs, extreme fatigue, constipation, slow healing cuts, skin infections.

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed): After a detailed intake and in person visit, I received a written wellness plan and a package of supplements. Since then, our visits have been remote. She listens carefully and makes thoughtful recommendations. The goal was not to replace the prescription with Ayurvedic supplements but to heal the underlying issue so that neither would be required. We are well on the road to achieving this goal!

Summary of the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like): My energy is greatly improved, my digestion is stronger, I’m not cold all the time, my hair and skin look healthy again. To top it off, my primary care doctor had me stop my thyroid medication as I no longer need it.

What are a few things that you think characterize a consult with Shah?

Shah takes the time to really listen and ask probing questions. She makes small tweaks to the wellness plan that move the progress forward. She uses the time very efficiently.

Would you recommend Shah to a friend? Why? I have already recommended several friends since my outcome was very positive and sometimes Western medicine can only treat our symptoms, not the underlying cause.

Carolyn N, MA

Dr. Shah is my teacher at the Boston Ayurveda School, and I was interested to have a consult with her for my son to address the root of the problem and not just take actions to mask off the symptoms when he had a flare up.

She was very careful in taking his history and showed genuine care. She recommended a protocol that showed significant improvements in his skin, and he has had NO ECZEMA FLARE UPs in the past 4 months.

Your diagnosis (diagnoses): Eczema

A brief history of your illness(es) along with duration and all you had tried before seeing Shah:

My 4.5-year-old son had Eczema since around 3 months of age. Saw several pediatricians and skin doctors, all of whom said this was common and that he will one day just outgrow it (or not). He was just given steroid creams and allergy medicines to mask the symptoms. It would get better for a while, then it would suddenly flare up again every 2 months or so.

Main symptoms you were experiencing:

Dry skin and itching, which caused the skin to be inflamed and to bleed, causing further discomforts and irritation of the skin. Sometimes accompanied by a runny nose.

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed):

Summary of the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like):

Less dryness and itching of the skin

No eczema flare ups since past 4 months

What are a few things that you think characterize a consult with Shah?

Dr. Shah is patient and gives you her full attention. She shows she genuinely cares for the patient, which I feel makes a huge difference in the treatment itself.

She is quick to respond when needed, and was always there when I had questions.

Would you recommend Shah to a friend? Why? Of course! She is a true compassionate healer.

Son of Pooja Thawani (Jakarta, Indonesia), Eczema

My diagnosis came as surprise as I am young (in my 30s) and no one in my family has history of RA. Dr. Shah told me I most likely have RA even BEFORE I went to my Primary care doctor. My PCP and then the Rheumatologist confirmed the diagnosis eventually, with a blood test. I was having some on and off, often debilitating wrist pain for one month. Initially I thought it might be sprain or strain because it was only in one wrist and then in second, but one night I woke up with excruciating shoulder pain and contacted Dr. Shah. Immediately she started me on an herbal formulation and gave me food tips of what to eat and what to avoid. She also recommended that I get examined by my PCP and a Rheumatologist. The Rheumatologist wanted to start me on Methotrexate, but I read about the drug's side effects and was scared. By that time, I was already experiencing complete relief with the Ayurveda protocol. Dr. Shah suggested that since I was experiencing relief already, I could continue to follow the Ayurveda protocol and food guidelines and keep the Methotrexate and the pain killer as stand by, in case of a flare up.

Your diagnosis (diagnoses): Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

A brief history of your illness(es) along with duration and all you had tried before seeing Shah:

Main symptoms you were experiencing:

Pain and stiffness in both the wrists and occasionally shoulder, pain being debilitating at times.

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed):

Magic. As far as I read about Rheumatoid arthritis, people who suffers from the disease are only able to control the disease by increasing the drug dosages, which I do not want to. With proper food guidelines and natural remedies suggested by Dr. Shah, I am able to manage my symptoms very well.

Summary of the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like):

Flare ups of symptoms stopped after starting Ayurveda herbs and food guidelines suggested by Dr. Shah. In fact, I am experiencing an overall wellbeing, which I did not feel before.

What are a few things that you think characterize a consult with Shah?

Mental peace because as soon as I came to know about my disease, was very scared and I know there is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis. Dr. Shah took time to reassure me, helped me shift my focus from fear to confidence and guided me to take charge of my own wellbeing. She is empathetic and compassionate in her approach. I trust her immensely and am feeling fortunate to have found her at the right time.

Would you recommend Shah to a friend? Why?

Yes, already did to so many. Because in allopathy, you can only get medication for the disease, not solution of your disease.

Sonal Parikh (MA, USA) - Rheumatoid Arthritis

Dr. Shah was great. She has a very personable demeanor. Even online she could tell where I could benefit. She has a very calming voice and always listens and then promptly follows up. She followed up promptly with email and suggestions. I don’t take my medication as often. I am now down to taking it 4 times a week instead of 7. The diet has made a big difference in my GI system. I can feel the difference when I am away and have to eat outside. I feel calmer by working on myself more and taking care of my diet and health. Some of the supplements have helped my son who also has ADHD.

Your diagnosis (diagnoses):

ADHD, Anxiety

A brief history of your illness(es) along with duration and all you had tried before seeing Shah:

I have been using Concerta and Prozac for anxiety and ADHD.

Main symptoms you were experiencing:

Mind was driving a lot and generalized anxiety. This was getting increasingly worse with more responsibility and age.

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed):

Summary of the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like):

I don’t take my medication as often. I am now down to taking it 4 times a week instead of 7. The diet has made a big difference in my GI system. I can feel the difference when I am away and have to eat outside. I feel calmer by working on myself more and taking care of my diet and health. Some of the supplements have helped my son who also has ADHD.

What are a few things that you think characterize a consult with Shah?

It is very important to be open and honest with Dr. Shah and really let her know what is going on. She is very good at reading a person and prescribing herbs accordingly.

Would you recommend Shah to a friend? Why?

Yes, I would definitely recommend her. She really listens and doesn’t hurry the client through the process. She is very caring and genuinely wants to help. She follows up regularly to see how things are going.

Happy Client (MA, USA) - ADHD, Anxiety

Dr. Shah is amazing, in just 15 days she solved my daughter's eating problem. Before meeting Dr. Shah, she would just not open her mouth to eat anything, even if it was her favorite food. She would eat one or two bites and that too with lot of struggle. Her eczema was getting worse too, but with Dr. Shah’s herbs and other recommendations, she is a self-feeding baby now and eczema is also a lot better and continues to improve. Dr. Shah responds to my call even if it is late night whereas it can take up to 2 months to even see a regular doctor.

Your diagnosis (diagnoses):

Eating problem and eczema

A brief history of your illness(es) along with duration and all you had tried before seeing Shah:

This is for my 1-½ year old daughter. She was barely eating, was lagging behind her growth milestones and was also suffering from bad eczema. We had tried everything which her pediatrician recommended, but nothing worked. She just did not want to eat and her eczema was getting worse day by day.

Main symptoms you were experiencing:

Eczema and not gaining weight since she was not eating.

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed):

Summary of the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like):

My daughter’s appetite is back, she is eating well, her mood is better, improved energy and her eczema is almost gone.

What are a few things that you think characterize a consult with Shah?:

Timely response, patient and intent listening, deeply invested in her clients.

Would you recommend Shah to a friend? Why?

Yes of course. I already did to so many people.

Daughter of Sonal Parikh (MA, USA) - GI issues, Eczema

'Upon first meeting Dr. Shah, I was immediately put at ease, not an easy task given the current restrictions with Covid, mask wearing, face shield. She was very attentive, thorough, and organized. After taking my pulse, looking at my tongue, and reading through the answers on my dosha questionnaire, she told me which dosha(s) were predominant in me, what was out of balance and how Ayurveda explains the doshas. She was happy to read my “life story”, and in fact seemed to appreciate the detail as it gave her a good snapshot of me. At no point did I feel rushed. She took the time to explain briefly but clearly how Ayurveda approaches healing and medicine and how it differs from but can include a western medicine approach. It is a very comprehensive but elegantly simple “common sense” approach for healing and really how to live in balance. Her knowledge of and education in both modalities is clear and very helpful. Dr. Shah was able to form a very good picture of me and what was going wrong and what had started it all. She had a systematic approach for our master wellness plan that she communicated very clearly and it made so much sense to me. '

Your diagnosis (diagnoses):

Chronic gut issues, menopausal symptoms including mood swings, irritability, poor sleep, bloating, water retention and more; fatigue, loss of weight

A brief history of your illness(es) along with duration and all you had tried before seeing Shah:

I suffered from constipation mainly as a child. As I grew older, and within the last 15 years especially, digestion and gut issues went from IBS to mainly diarrhea and a medical diagnosis of microscopic colitis. At the onset of menopause, all my symptoms grew worse and many more appeared, mainly due to a lot of inflammation, and long term lack of absorption of nutrients. I sought western medicine, naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, and a functional MD to find answers and relief. I wanted to take a holistic approach and try to get to the root of the problems. All provided some answers and measures of help and relief but nothing really stuck or fully helped me.

Main symptoms you were experiencing:

Diarrhea, gas and bloating, water retention, headaches, insomnia, night sweats, skin breakouts, and high irritability.

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed):

Upon first meeting Dr. Shah, I was immediately put at ease, not an easy task given the current restrictions with Covid, mask wearing, face shield. She was very attentive, thorough, and organized. After taking my pulse, looking at my tongue, and reading through the answers on my dosha questionnaire, she told me which dosha(s) were predominant in me, what was out of balance and how Ayurveda explains the doshas. She was happy to read my “life story”, and in fact seemed to appreciate the detail as it gave her a good snapshot of me. At no point did I feel rushed. She took the time to explain briefly but clearly how Ayurveda approaches healing and medicine and how it differs from but can include a western medicine approach. It is a very comprehensive but elegantly simple “common sense” approach for healing and really how to live in balance. Her knowledge of and education in both modalities is clear and very helpful. Dr. Shah was able to form a very good picture of me and what was going wrong and what had started it all. She had a systematic approach for our master wellness plan that she communicated very clearly and it made so much sense to me. For me, she explained that my gut has been an issue for basically my whole life and that no amount of medicines or completely healthy diet will work or help to any great extent until some healing and repair can be brought about. Also, that my habit and lifelong propensity toward fitness, exercise, extreme exercise was driving a lot of imbalance. Instead of so much exercise at this point in my life, cultivating other activities that bring me joy and stress relief would be very helpful. I loved her analogy of likening the situation to one’s arm getting punched over and over again...eventually there will be a lot of swelling and inflammation, possibly loss of function.

Summary of the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like):

Within 4 weeks of starting the Ayurvedic protocol, I have experienced:

● Improvement in bowel movements and stool formation, less constipation and more formed

● Reduction in water retention and swelling (Lymph wellness tea, Dr. Shah’s formulation)

● Improved mood overall and a willingness to back off of intense overdoing it with exercise

● A connection with myself, enough to slow down and have a more balanced approach to food and life in general

What are a few things that you think characterize a consultation with Shah?

A consultation with Dr. Shah will give a thorough, clear picture of one’s state of health and the factors likely causing an imbalance. If one has some or even very little knowledge of Ayurveda, she will give an elegant, simple, and easy to understand synopsis of how Ayurveda works and the approach that will be taken. One’s physical and emotional/mental well-being and issues will be addressed as well as lifestyle and nutrition. If appropriate, some herbal formulations will be advised. All will be explained and written out in a clear master wellness plan, with an emphasis on taking time with this approach, not having to be perfect about it, and letting it unfold at its own pace. She offers plenty of support and advises reaching out with any questions or issues in between follow up consults.

Would you recommend Shah to a friend? Why?

Yes, most definitely! She has a very calm and reassuring yet bolstering effect. Her confidence and ease of explanation came across to me in a way that just resonated. She is respectful of where one is at in their journey to health, and gives many analogies to a situation one might be dealing with to help one understand and maybe grasp on a deeper level what is going on. It helps me to think along those lines and bring greater awareness to what I’m doing or not doing without feeling judgmental about it in a negative way. For me, as I’ve been researching and trying to find healing for issues for a long time, Dr. Shah has been the teacher that appeared as I, the student, was ready.

Tiffany Vaughn (MA, USA) - IBS and Menopausal syndrome

"My experience with Doctor Shah has been wonderful from the start. From the first time I called her, desperate to find some relief from ongoing symptoms related to Graves Disease and hormonal imbalance. Dr Shah met my call with a warm voice and offered that she might be able to help. After our first “official” phone consultation, she mailed me an herbal protocol of teas and herbs to add to my new diet (all easy to take and the modified diet, easy to follow) Within a few weeks on the protocol, I started to feel better! My heart rate slowed, my hand tremors ceased, my stools were more normal than they had been in years and my anxiety was diminishing."

Your diagnosis (diagnoses): Graves Disease, IBS, Gastritis, Raynauds Syndrome, PMDD

A brief history of your illness(es) along with duration and all you had tried before seeing Shah:

I struggled with PMDD since my very first period at the age of 16. I have also suffered digestive woes since childhood. In 2013, I was diagnosed with both IBS D and Gastritis. For many years, I have had diarrhea and stomach discomfort, coupled with lots of acidity. My most pressing illness since my diagnosis in 2017 is Graves’ Disease. I was working with an endocrinologist until recently. She insisted on me having my thyroid removed, which is something I would never do--take away the master gland to cause another disease (hypothyroidism) no thank you! I was taking methimazole and it started to damage my liver and my endocrinologist said to stop taking it for a while and resume in a few months, again, I say, no thank you. At this point, I knew I needed to seek alternative therapies. My fiance suggested Ayurvedic and it immediately resonated with me. After a quick search, I came across Dr Shah. Although some of the other practitioners seemed like they’d be good, something inside me said, Dr Shah is the one and I know I chose well, because I haven’t felt this good in many years!

Main symptoms you were experiencing: Mainly Graves symptoms-rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, anxiety, pain in neck, hand tremors, loose stools, insomnia.

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed): My experience with Doctor Shah has been wonderful from the start. From the first time I called her, desperate to find some relief from ongoing symptoms related to Graves Disease and hormonal imbalance. Dr Shah met my call with a warm voice and offered that she might be able to help. After our first “official” phone consultation, she mailed me an herbal protocol of teas and herbs to add to my new diet (all easy to take and the modified diet, easy to follow) Within a few weeks on the protocol, I started to feel better! My heart rate slowed, my hand tremors ceased, my stools were more normal than they had been in years and my anxiety was diminishing. And now, after a full month, I feel back on top. Dr Shah is always an email away and is on top of replenishing the herbs as soon as they are low. During phone follow ups, she asks all the right questions and listens to my needs. I am forever grateful to have found her (on an internet search for Ayurvedic practitioners) and I am confident that my health will continue to improve under her care. In all honesty, I’ve never felt better.

Summarize the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like):

- Restful nights

- Increased hormonal balance

- Solid Stools

- Stomach comfort

- Steady hands

- Increased blood flow in my limbs, hands and feet

- Feelings of calm

- Decreased anxiety

- Increased appetite

- Cessation of neck pain (in thyroid area)

- Significantly reduced tremors and palpitations

What are a few things that you think characterize a consult with Shah?

* Insight

* knowledge about body type and specific needs of body

*Understanding more about achieving a life balance through diet, meditation, harmonious relationships, letting go of judgements, being open and receptive.

*Empowerment! Dr Shah reminded me that I am in control of my health. An important fact that I let myself forget--somewhere in the course of feeling unwell.

Would you recommend Shah to a friend? Why?

Absolutely, yes!!! She’s a true healer. In a matter of weeks, it feels as though all of my previous ills have taken the backseat, and some issues, I am not feeling anymore. An important thing I should note, is that I made Dr Shahs’ recommendations a priority. I took the herbs as directed (I missed doses here and there--but it was rare) I am and have been very serious about regaining my health. I continue my regimen and will not stop.

Kiki Brien, Grave's disease

I have been with Dr. Shah for the longest time and it has worked perfectly for both my mental and physical health.

She does not just prescribe the herbs but also takes the effort to explain the importance behind it along with some interesting trivia about the Ayurvedic way of living. Her tips were incorporated into my routine, seamlessly, and that is how I met the best version of my health.

I lost all the weight, became fitter, my skin has been clear for the longest time, and my digestion has improved significantly.

My food intolerances are also, somewhat, in check. for example, I really love yogurt, but it does not suit me. Dr. Shah shared a particularly useful hack and now I can consume yogurt without running to the loo or bloating up like a hot air balloon.

The most impressive part is Dr. Shah’s approach to food intake. She does not spoon-feed you. She helps you understand your body type and then educates you on the food items you can consume in abundance, moderately, and rarely. This way we are not dependent on a diet chart that keeps us in a box, rather we understand the principles and are able to apply them correctly.

Your diagnosis (diagnoses): Autoimmune Disorder which affects the hemoglobin levels in my body.

A brief history of your illness(es) along with duration and all you had tried before seeing Shah:

I have an autoimmune disorder, it is hereditary. What happens: hemoglobin levels drop significantly, which leads to severe fatigue and inability to function properly on a day-to-day basis.

Before consulting Dr. Shah, I was on a high dosage of steroids, which came with significant side effects.

The side effects I faced: 1) weight gain 2) severe digestive issues 3) acne 4) skin abnormalities 5) food intolerances 5) bloating 6) deterioration in mental health

I turned to Ayurveda for some respite and was pleasantly surprised by how well my health has been on track and the symptoms are nowhere to be seen.

Main symptoms you were experiencing:

Extreme Fatigue

Nausea

Paleness of skin

Inability to perform day to day tasks

Severe Acne

Weak metabolism

Weight gain

Describe your experience with Shah, Doctor of Ayurveda, in your own words (add more pages if needed):

The most endearing quality of Dr. Shah is her promptness. Despite being overwhelmed with work, she is always available and gives you such personal attention.

I did face a few availability issues when it came to finding Ayurveda medication in the Middle East, Dr. Shah suggested home remedies to a few of my ailments and it definitely worked like a charm.

I have been with Dr. Shah for the longest time and it has worked perfectly for both my mental and physical health.

I lost all the weight, became fitter, my skin has been clear for the longest time, and my digestion has improved significantly.

Summary of the key benefits you have experienced (you can share in a bulleted form if you like):

Easy to incorporate

Natural remedies

The Ayurvedic way of life is simple and very fruitful

No side effects

Dr. Shah is highly approachable

What are a few things that you think characterize a consult with Shah?

She listens intently and responds thoughtfully.

She is deeply knowledgeable and compassionate in her approach.

There is no such thing as a stupid question, everything is addressed with a smile.

She owns Pandora’s box to the most useful home remedies and Ayurveda herbs.

Would you recommend Shah to a friend? Why?

For sure, I will, and I have! The experience has always been wholesome. The herbs take care of my entire well-being minus side effects. It is like having your cake and eating it too. I do not think I could have asked for a better way of transforming my life.

Shikha Ashutosh Sinha (Fahaheel, Kuwait) - Autoimmune disease

Ayurveda with Dr. Shah about a month ago, and we followed her diet plan completely, and I started taking the Ayurveda herbs that she prescribed, along with my allopathy medications, and I have never realized what a tremendous, debilitating impact that migraines and tension headaches truly had on my health and mental wellbeing. For the first time in a year and a half, I have had days where my head doesn’t feel clouded and overwhelmed, and that is amazing progress in such a short time!