A question that Dr. Alka routinely poses to her patients, it is rooted in her treatment philosophy of ‘intuitive living’. Founder of Tanmatra Ayurveda, a treatment and wellness centre based in the heart of Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala’s capital city, Dr. Alka is a thyroid, gut, and gynaecology consultation expert.
Dr. Alka Vijayan continues to be a seeker, with traditional Ayurvedic medicine at the heart of her practice. “The patient has to be ready for real healing to take place,” she says. Her approach involves guiding patients to adopt intuitive living, empowering them to understand their unique constitution (prakriti) and make conscious lifestyle choices.
This transformation unfolds across mental, physical, and spiritual levels, tapping into the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda — centered around dinacharya (daily routine) and ahaara (food).
Helping patients embrace intuitive living by understanding their prakriti and making empowered, mindful lifestyle and food choices rooted in Ayurvedic principles.
Supporting mental, physical, and spiritual transformation with ancient Ayurvedic wisdom focused on dinacharya (daily rhythm) and ahaara (nourishment).
At Tanmatra Ayurveda, we believe true healing begins when the mind, body, and spirit align with the rhythm of nature. Our approach is intuitive and rooted in ancient Ayurvedic wisdom, honoring your unique constitution.
We empower individuals to understand their prakriti (constitution) and live in harmony with themselves and nature.
Every treatment plan is tailored, respecting the unique physical, mental, and spiritual makeup of each person.
We apply timeless Ayurvedic principles to modern lifestyles, supporting holistic well-being in everyday life.
A dinacharya or daily routine as prescribed in Ayurveda turns the mundane into something meaningful, as every act takes you a step closer to achieving holistic well-being. Rooted in the simple principle of aligning one’s lifestyle with nature’s rhythms, a dinacharya fosters physical, mental, and spiritual balance.
The practice typically begins with rising early, often before sunrise, to synchronise with the natural energy of the day, known as brahma muhurtham. This quiet time allows for self-reflection, meditation and setting positive intentions for the day.
It emphasises oral hygiene, including tongue scraping and oil pulling, followed by self-massage (abhyanga) using herbal oils to nourish the skin and improve circulation. Meals are had at regular intervals in line with one’s appetite, supporting better digestion. Physical activity like yoga or walking is integrated to keep the body agile.
The evening routine encourages winding down with a calming herbal tea, light exercise, and a technology detox to enable restful sleep. By following a dinacharya, one can experience vitality, harmony, and enhanced hormone health.
