In the West, menopause is often perceived as this dreaded event in a woman's life. A time of uncontrollable symptoms which can result in hormonal imbalances, hot flashes, mood swings, etc. However, Ayurveda has a different perspective and gives guidelines on how to remain in balance and experience an empowering transition into the wisdom stage of life! Colette chats with Dr. Sujatha about this Ayurvedic wisdom and they cover the following topics: The Pitta stage of life and the menstrual cycle. Ayurvedic view of perimenopause and menopause. What happens to the body during the menstrual and menopausal cycles. Ayurvedic guidelines for maintaining balance during the menstrual cycle. How aggravated doshas affect menopause. Guidelines for approaching menopause to help you experience a balanced and empowering transition into the wisdom stage of life! Thanks to Banyan Botanicals for sponsoring this episode. Save 20% on Women's Natural Transition by visiting banyanbotanicals.com/elements. Please note: Banyan Botanicals only ships within the US. Visit Dr. Sujatha's website Amrtasiddhi.com Enter to win the Banyan Botanicals Women's Health Bundle competition. Competition closes June 3rd, 2020. Visit Colette's website Elements Healing & Wellbeing. Join the Elements of Ayurveda Podcast Facebook Group here. Thanks for listening!