Ayurvedic Herbal Remedies, Teas & Lepas for Women’s Health

1 Day Intensive workshop- Port Elliot

Sat Nov 15th 9-5pm- Early Bird Special ends Sept 24th or until sold out

This immersive, hands-on workshop is designed for students who have completed foundational studies in Ayurvedic herbal remedies for women’s health and are ready to deepen their practical skills. Across the day, participants will learn how to correctly prepare and apply Ayurvedic formulations for common women’s health conditions, including loose-leaf teas, decoctions, and external applications such as lepas (herbal pastes).

Emphasis will be placed on correct method, dosage, energetics (rasa, virya, vipaka, prabhava), safety considerations, and tailoring remedies for different prakrutis.

By the end of this intensive, students will feel confident in preparing remedies with precision, understanding their clinical applications, and creating safe, effective practices to support women’s health.

🌸 Course Outline

Session 1: Opening & Foundations (9:00 – 10:00)

• Welcome & workshop intentions
• Recap of Ayurvedic principles relevant to formulation (dosha, dhatu, srotas, gunas, agni, ojas)
• Key guidelines in preparation: sourcing herbs, hygiene, storage, energetics

Session 2: Herbal Teas & Infusions (10:00 – 11:30)

• Demonstration: preparing simple loose-leaf teas, infusions, and decoctions
• Teas for:
  • Dysmenorrhea (painful periods)
  • Menstrual irregularities
  • Menopausal support (hot flushes, dryness, insomnia)
• Hands-on activity: students prepare & taste-test selected blends
• Discussion: daily dosage, contraindications, and prakruti-based modifications

☕ Morning Tea Break (11:30 – 11:45)

Session 3: Herbal Pastes (Lepas) for Women’s Health (11:45 – 1:15)

• Understanding lepas: preparation methods, carriers (ghrita, oils, water), application techniques
• Key lepas for:
  • Lower abdominal cramps
  • Breast tenderness & mastitis
  • Skin health in hormonal imbalance (acne, pigmentation)
• Practical: group preparation of selected lepas & application practice
• Safety considerations: allergies, skin sensitivity, and correct removal

🥗 Lunch Break (1:15 – 2:00)

Session 4: Integrating Formulations (2:00 – 3:30)

• How to combine internal and external remedies for effective results
• Seasonal and doshic variations in remedy preparation
• Student case study practice: selecting the appropriate tea + lepa for given women’s health scenarios
• Q&A discussion on adaptations for clinical practice

☕ Afternoon Break (3:30 – 3:45)

Session 5: Closing Integration (3:45 – 5:00)

• Guided review: key learning outcomes and insights
• Students prepare one final remedy of their choice (tea or lepa) for presentation and discussion
• Closing circle: reflections and take-home application guidance

📘 Learning Outcomes

By the end of this intensive, students will be able to:

• Confidently prepare and apply Ayurvedic herbal teas, decoctions, and lepas
• Match remedies to common women’s health conditions with awareness of energetics and doshic needs
• Adapt preparations safely for prakruti/vikruti, season, and stage of life
• Integrate practical preparation skills into professional or personal Ayurvedic practice