The Complete Ayurvedic Autumn Cleanse Guide

Seasonal Living & Self-CareAyurveda for Daily Life
Written By Katja Patel

🎙️Show Notes

Keywords:

Ayurvedic autumn cleanse, seasonal Ayurveda, Ayurvedic cleanse, autumn cleanse, wellness, self-care, daily rituals, digestion, health tips, mindfulness, seasonal rhythms, holistic health

Summary

In this episode of Rooted in the Seasons, Katja Patel shares the step-by-step of an Ayurvedic autumn cleanse. You’ll hear why even three days can refresh digestion and energy, but why seven days create deeper shifts. Katja walks through her own cleanse routine — from morning oil rituals and gentle yoga to meals of kitchadi and hot water — and answers common questions about coffee, meat, ghee, and how to make cleansing realistic in a busy life. She also explains why choosing a stress-free week makes all the difference.

Takeaways:

Even three days make a difference — but seven days create deeper shifts.

  • Gentle daily rituals like yoga, meditation, and journaling support mind and body.

  • Hot water is your number one cleanse tool.

  • Reduce coffee and tea before the cleanse to avoid withdrawal.

  • Vegetarian meals give digestion a real rest.

  • Ghee is central in Ayurveda — with vegan alternatives like coconut or olive oil.

  • Prep makes cleansing simple: shop, soak, chop, and cook once for the day.

  • Stress cancels cleansing — choose a quiet week.

  • Listen to your body and adapt with compassion.

Sound Bites

  • "Here's what a cleanse day looks for me."

  • "Cleansing isn't about perfection."

  • "Just you and the cleanse - that's all."

Chapters:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Ayurvedic Autumn Cleansing

  • 01:52 Why 3 vs 7 Days Makes a Difference

  • 03:22 A Day in the Life of an Ayurvedic Cleanse

  • 06:18 Common Ayurveda Questions About Cleansing

  • 12:00 Final Thoughts: Cleansing and Stress

Resources

💡 Want to explore more Ayurvedic tips, recipes, and practices for autumn? Here are some extra resources you might enjoy:

Kitchadi Recipe for all Seasons

How to Make Ghee and why it is beneficial

Why you might need an Autumn Cleanse

Ayurveda for Autumn: Balance Vata & Ease Stress

Restorative Yoga Mini Series | 3 Poses for Deep Rest

6 Ayurveda Tips to Stay Centred in the Autumn Shift

Discover How Seasonal Eating Reduces Stress Naturally

3 Restorative Yoga Poses for Deep Rest This Autumn

5 Herbs to Keep the Mind Calm in the Winter Vata Time

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Katja Patel

Katja Patel is a Yoga Teacher and Ayurveda Consultant with 25 years of experience helping women reduce stress and restore balance. Through her online courses and workshops, she makes Ayurveda simple and practical for everyday life. After overcoming scoliosis and chronic pain herself, Katja is passionate about showing women how yoga and Ayurveda can build resilience and confidence.

Download her free guide, “5 Ayurvedic Shifts to Feel Less Overwhelmed in a Week,” or listen to her podcast, Rooted in the Seasons, at zestforyoga.com.

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