ORGANISERS

ANJU AYURVEDA, SWEDEN

Anju Ayurveda is a new business in Sweden, created to propogate Ayurveda based on Charaka's views on natural wellness and healing.  Dr Anju is an Ayurveda practitioner trained in India with over 5 years' clinical experience. Anju is an expert with a loving and caring heart. 

After her formal studies, Anju spent years researching and interning with her local experts before starting her private practice and relocating to Sweden. She is busy with her family consisting her husband and an 8-year old daughter. MORE

VAIDYA RAMA, VAIDYAGRAMA

Vaidya Rama Prasad completed his formal Gurukula Ayurveda training in 1980s and migrated to Australia in late 90s where he studied Mind-Body Medicine, and then developed Tongue and Bhuta based body type analysis. Currently he heads the Education Dpt at Vaidyagrama.

Currently, he heads the education at the Vaidyagrama's junior doctors and works on a range of online and offline education programs. Rama is between Australia where his family is and India where his passion is.
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OUR TEAM

Ulli Allmendinger

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​Ulli Allmendinger is a seasoned Ayurveda consultant, teacher, author, and retreat leader who bridges ancient wisdom with modern living. Her journey into Ayurveda began in 2003, studying under the guidance of renowned teachers such as Prof. Dr. Subhash Ranade, Dr. Robert Svoboda, and Dr. Vasant Lad. She holds a Master's degree in Ayurvedic Sciences (MSc Ayurveda) from the International Vedic Hindu University (IVHU) in Florida, USA, and has completed additional training in Western and Eastern phytotherapy as well as Ayurvedic postpartum care.

Ulli’s path to Ayurveda followed a successful journalism career in New York City, where her passion for storytelling laid the foundation for her ability to communicate the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda in a way that is both practical and inspiring. She continues to write and edit for various wellness publications. In 2017, she published her first book, Ayurveda, with Doğan Publisher in Turkey. Her second book, Dein Ayurveda, co-authored with Prof. Dietrich Grönemeyer, was released in Germany in 2024 with SüdWest Verlag (Penguin/Random House). Turkish and English versions of the book are forthcoming in 2025 and 2026.

Over the last decade, Ulli has successfully trained over 200 Ayurveda consultants and built a vibrant Ayurveda community in Turkey. She curates transformative wellness retreats in destinations such as Turkey, Bali, and Greece, blending movement, mindfulness, and Ayurveda into immersive experiences. Previously, Ulli co-owned NoBo, Turkey’s first plant-based Ayurvedic restaurant, where she integrated Ayurvedic principles into a vegan, zero-waste menu. She is also the creator of innovative offerings such as her premium Jamu elixir and the experiential 9-week online program Flow Transform Regenerate, designed to integrate Ayurvedic practices into modern life.

Ulli’s work is dedicated to making Ayurveda accessible and relevant for the modern world, empowering individuals to align their body, mind, and spirit with the rhythms of nature.

Michiko Erkola

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Michiko Erkola is a qualified Ayurveda practitioner (Bachelor in APS/Ayurveda Practitioner Studies from the Netherlands) and an entrepreneur. 
 
Throughout her academic journey in the field of Ayurveda, she undertook a self-directed internship in South India to discover the foundational concepts and the time-honoured practices of Ayurveda directly from its roots in Kerala. The internship allowed her to witness effective Panchakarma treatments by established Vaidyas and the meticulous manufacturing processes of high-quality Ayurvedic medicines in Poonthottam Ayurveda Hospital. 
She was also fortunate to study at Vaidyagrama Healing Village as part of her academic program, where she observed Panchakarma treatments and gained valuable insights into effective Ayurvedic medical practices.

These experiences led her to understand the importance of a holistic approach to healing and the need to empower each client using a person-centred method.
Working as an Ayurveda practitioner in Finland, Michiko is committed to helping her clients implement lifestyle changes, enhance their nutrition, and discover effective preventive treatments suited to the distinct Scandinavian setting. Her approach highlights the importance of involving clients, inspiring them to actively participate in their journey towards healing.

Her Ayurveda practice, SATVA Helsinki, aims to become a beacon of authentic and up-to-date Ayurvedic knowledge in the Baltic Sea region to serve as a bridge between the East and the West.​

Prof. Dr. Alathiyoor Narayanan Nambi

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Prof. Dr. Alathiyoor Narayanan Nambi: A Luminary in Ayurveda
Prof. Nambi is a distinguished figure in the world of Ayurveda, renowned for his profound expertise in classical Ayurveda, teaching, and research. Hailing from an esteemed lineage of Ashtavaidyas, traditional Kerala physicians with centuries of accumulated wisdom, Dr. Nambi carries forward a rich heritage of healing.
As the Director of the Institute of Ayurveda at SNA Oushadhasala, a highly respected Ayurvedic institution, and the Principal of Ashtamgam Ayurveda Chikitsalayam and Vidyapeedham (Ayurveda Medical College and Hospital), Dr. Nambi plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of Ayurvedic education and clinical practice. He holds an MD (Ayu) degree in Kayachikitsa (General Medicine) from SDM Ayurveda College and Hospital, Udupi, and a BAMS (Ayurveda Acharya) from Mysore University, underpinning his comprehensive understanding of Ayurvedic principles.
Dr. Nambi's influence extends globally; he is a respected faculty member at international institutions such as Ayurvedic Point (Italy), Equal International (Australia), and Veda Education (Russia). He has extensively lectured and conducted educational visits across numerous European countries, actively contributing to Ayurveda education and research worldwide. His teachings and articles have garnered significant acclaim within the Ayurvedic community, cementing his reputation as a thought leader.
Recognized for his substantial contributions to Ayurveda education, research, and healthcare policy both in India and abroad, Dr. Nambi embodies a deep knowledge of Ayurveda, particularly in clinical practice, research methodologies, and pedagogical approaches. He is a true torchbearer of this ancient healing science.

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