Ayurveda 101: Pule Diagnosis with Paul Morehead PhD

Ayurveda for Teens

In the bustling world of teenage-hood, where physical, emotional, and social changes occur at a rapid pace, maintaining a healthy balance is essential. Ayurveda, the ancient science of life and holistic well-being, it’s prevention-oriented, natural and time-tested, approaching health from every level: mind, body and environment. This offers valuable insights and practices that can greatly benefit teenagers. Which is why Paul Morehead spoke with our Middle School students about how to take their pulse and understand the implications of that reading.

Paul Morehead is associate chair of the department of physiology at Maharishi University of Management, and co-director of the Evanston Transcendental Meditation Center. He is an expert in Ayurveda and pulse diagnosis, and offers personal wellness consultations by appointment.

What is a Pulse Reading?

Maharishi Self-Pulse Reading allows one to detect imbalances early before they manifest as disease. Reading the pulse allows one to precisely determine where the imbalance is and how to restore balance. Furthermore, pulse reading is therapeutic in itself. Just taking the pulse increases the balance in the pulse and thereby the balance of the whole mind and body. Taking the pulse enlivens the connection between mind and body, consciousness and matter.

Understanding Individuality

Ayurveda recognizes that each person is unique, with varying body types and energy compositions (doshas). By understanding their own body type—Vata (air and space), Pitta (fire and water), or Kapha (earth and water)—teens can make informed lifestyle and dietary choices. This self-awareness empowers them to eat, exercise, and rest in ways that support their natural constitution.