Growing up in Nepal, Manish was exposed to Ayurveda from an early age, creating a foundation for his deep connection to this ancient healing wisdom.

He has been studying Ayurvedic medicine for the last 10 years, graduating from Mount Madonna Institute, College of Ayurveda in 2010 as a certified Ayurvedic Practitioner.

He completed his thesis “A Review and Comparative Analysis of Ayurvedic Literature Regarding Achar Rasayana with Regards to the Modern Lifestyle” earning a Master of Arts in Ayurveda in 2012.

After a demonstration of successful clinical practice in Santa Cruz for the past five years, Manish is now recognized by NAMA (National Ayurvedic Medical Association, USA) as an Ayurvedic Doctor.

In addition, Manish is passionate about making the wisdom of Ayurveda available through giving public talks, hosting workshops, and making presentations to school age children.

Manish’s effort as a practitioner of Ayurveda is to bring you closer to your true self by guiding you through changes in diet and lifestyle.

He is also a Reiki practitioner, student of yoga, and an adventure and Panchakarma (cellular detoxification therapy) travel coordinator to Nepal and India.