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Fantastic experience: I faced severe non stop period bleeding, weight loss and anxiety and approached Dr.Shanbhag. He did pulse diagnosis and came up with a treatment plan. Though I was in so much fear, his calm and clear approach gave me little hope. He did not even ask me to take any kind of blood tests, he was so confident about this ancient diagnosis and gave clear directions about the lifestyle changes and herbs routine. Dr. Pranamya and Dr. Gayathri were so caring and designed a proper diet for my body type to follow to feel better. I have been following their recommendations with trust and feel so much better. I feel energetic, my anxiety has reduced, bleeding problem resolved, I would like to gain weight and I hope I will achieve that also under their guidance by being consistent and disciplined. I feel like I got a second chance to live, so I feel so thankful to all of the Dr's who gave their best for me till now every time when I visit them. I would highly recommend anyone if they really want to get to know about their body type and make a conscious choice to get better at all levels.

Fantastic experience: The Abhiyang Massage is the best one i have gotten in the south Bay Area. Delina is wonderful, has spot on analysis and helps you recover with her massage.

Fantastic experience: Four years ago, I faced a challenging health diagnosis that left me feeling confused and helpless. After a recent relapse, I decided to explore Ayurveda with Dr. Shanbhag. The results have been remarkable. The abhyanga massages have brought much-needed relief to shoulder pain that I've dealt with for years. Dr. Pranamya and Dr. Shanbhag have meticulously crafted a personalized diet and lifestyle plan that aligns perfectly with my daily life. With their guidance, for the first time since my diagnosis, I feel empowered and hopeful, knowing that I am in control of my health and well-being.

Fantastic experience: I recently took a Pachkarma treatment at this ayurvedic clinic and I was very happy and impressed at Dr. Shanbagh's knowledge and the professionalism of the staff. At my initial consultation Dr.Shanbagh listened to my health concerns, recommended a few supplements, and exercise routines which was followed by a consultation with the nutritionist who advised me on what foods to eat and what to avoid based on my body type. After taking the supplements for a month I was ready for a Panchkarma treatment. This was done at the clinic (which was clean and very inviting place). The staff there are very caring, knowledgeable and I felt I was in very good hands. They always took the time to explain and ask if I had any questions. I feel my health concerns have been taken care of, I feel a lot better, energetic, there is clarity of mind . I feel blessed after the treatment. I am so glad I took this routine rather than any other type of treatment. This was complete, comprehensive and holistic. The cherry on the cake- I lost a few pounds. I would highly recommend Dr.Shanbhag's clinic if you have any health concerns. He combines his knowledge of Natural medicine and Ayurveda to bring you the best.

Fantastic experience: I had some stomach related problems as well as weight issues, but from the day I visited Dr. Shanbagh clinic I am improving in my overall health, his medicines are best. During this situation where there is Shelter at Place, Dr. Shanbagh recommend me to do "Do-It-Youself-Detoxification" at home and I I would highly recommend this technique was so simple and convenient. After I did "At Home Detoxification" I can feel the difference in my health and I lost some pounds I feel lighter body and clear stomach. Edit : I recently had 7 days at clinic Panchkarma at the clinic and I lost 6 pounds in that week. I feel my skin so smoother and have relief in my long time bloating issues. The Abhyanga massage by Gina is amazing, relaxing and so soothing. My collegues immediately noticed weight loss in me after one week of panchkarma. I highly recommend Ayurvedic treatment for any long term illness.

Positive experience: The reviews are very good and perhaps others had a very good experience. I love the team here, everyone is nice and knowledgeable. However, similar to one of the other reviews, my symptoms worsened under the care and I had to stop the herbs on my own to make them better. And stopping those did help. I also didn't like use of word Abhyanga which was given more like a regular massage more than the oil application. Maybe it's useful to integrate Ayurveda with other sciences and I liked the guidance given. However, I don't necessarily agree with the diagnosis that was made and the treatment prescribed. Maybe it was some other root cause for my worsening symptoms but I won't be going back.

Fantastic experience: I am interning here right now and it's very nice to see how Dr. Shanbhag interacts with his patients and makes a genuine effort to get to know them. The monthly checkups, initial sessions, diet consultations, and lifestyle suggestions are all very detailed and specific so that the doctor is able to learn a lot about you as a person and find out what works the best. The clinic itself is very relaxing and peaceful with different treatment rooms for ayurvedic massages. There's also a large variety of natural, each with precise and proven therapeutic benefits in everything from menopause to cold relief that can be prescribed to you based on your personalized treatment plan. Overall, a very cool place for integrative and naturopathic medicine!

Fantastic experience: I started seeing Dr. Rivera due to severe lower back pain and some digestive ailments (among other things), and everything resolved almost immediately after I started implementing Dr. Rivera’s treatment. Dr. Rivera is very knowledgable and a great listener. Her treatment plan has been very effective (diet, supplements, massage, lifestyle changes) and has given me extra energy and vitality. I also recommend the massages they offer at the clinic. I have had two Abhyanga massages and one Shiro-Dhara so far. I always felt fantastic after them. I wish my insurance would cover them, so I could go and get them more often.

Positive experience: Pls let me know if u guys can help with navel displacement.

Positive experience: Came to the clinic due to regular medical docs not able to help with my hair fall. Learnt from Dr.Shanbag it is related to my hypothyroidism, but now looking back it was probably due to Covid. The daily herbs I was put on did reduce hair fall considerably within a month. And thyroid symptoms improved so I was able to reduce my medication dosage slightly. But I was asked to do the 7 day at home detox a month and a half after starting the supplements, which turned out to be too stressful for my body and backfired. It reset my thyroid to a really bad state and as of 5 months post detox, my thyroid and metabolism still hasn't returned to the 'feel better' levels it was at prior to starting the detox. As a result, am currently on a higher thyroid medication dosage than I was on even prior to coming to the clinic. At the end, I stopped this route as I didn't see any improvements so this was not for me. Highly suggest don't get roped into the detox - it's expensive and you are just literally starving yourself - you can do that on your own without paying $1,000

Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Dr. Shanbhag for over a year now, his advice and his Ayurvedic pulse & tongue diagnosis have been extremely helpful in helping me to find health & well-being. I am extremely grateful that I went and started seeing Dr. Shanbhag, he is a great doctor of Ayurveda and is well worth what he charges his clients.

Fantastic experience: I've only been seeing Dr. Shanbhag and Dr. Amrit for a month, and already seeing tons of improvement. My chest eczema has cleared up, my chronic eye pain has significantly lowered, and I went from being unable to put weight on my leg due to an IT band issue to being able to do mild walks with a much lower level of pain. Both practitioners are super helpful at identifying my body type and issues, and prescribing lifestyle changes, a customized diet plan, and herbal remedies that combined are reducing the inflammation in my body.

Fantastic experience: My son had eczema since he was 4 months old. We tried steroids and it went away but came back after 2 years. This time steroids did not help and eczema was coming back and spreading more. At that time I decided to see Dr. Shanbhag. We followed the recommended herbal and diet treatment plan, we saw improvements and now my son's eczema is gone. If you have tried everything and are out of options, I highly recommend to come see Dr. Shanbhag to learn about Ayurveda, the Science of Life.

Fantastic experience: I visited Dr. Shanbag, a few months back for hormonal issues and for concentration issues, and anxiety which usually we come across at some point in our lives. I took his medication, and last week took the one-week detox program. Today, I am happy to say that I have lost a few pounds, my mind is free and relaxed, and it feels like a natural therapy. I strongly recommend it to anyone who is looking to solve physical or mental issues with natural approaches!

Fantastic experience: My daughter was suffering from eczema/ Atopic dermatitis when she was 4 yrs old, which caused severe itching all over her body. It affected her quality of life and she was unable to sleep through the night as well. I tried all that I could, visited several dermatologists, tried several prescribed steroidal ointments, creams and I must say, Allopathic treatment only worsened her condition. I then approached Dr. Shanbagh last year and saw my daughter's condition improving in a few months after I started the herbal supplements. Now she is much much better. I am also thankful to Gayatri Shanbagh for her recipes and the diet treatment plan she recommended. I strongly recommend Dr.Shanbagh to any eczema sufferers out there and to try the holistic approach. It was worth it for me.

Fantastic experience: I recently completed the One Week Detox Program with Natural Medicine & Ayurveda and am very happy with the results I received. I had been experiencing left wrist pain (from an injury) for 6 years, and after 3 days into the program the pain completely disappeared and has not returned! Also, for many years I have experienced frequent urination problems...needing to urinate every 30 minutes or so. After completing the program, I am able to go a minimum of 2 hours without needing to urinate. Freedom!

Fantastic experience: I have been seeing Doctor Vivek for last 8 to 9 months. My health became better over the course of time following instructions given by the doctor on a regular basis. The only thing is to make sure to give the time and no sway away from the suggestions even if they are little tough to follow.

Fantastic experience: I am so grateful for Dr. Shanbhag's help on changing my lifestyle to stay healthy. I had couple of Ayurveda consultations with Dr. Shanbhag for evaluating my Kapha balance and adjusting diet & adding some herbal supplements based on my existing health conditions. He also recommended Panchakarma cleanse for removing unwanted toxic from the body. It really helped me losing weight and helped keeping my Kapha levels in balance. I had consultations online and in-person and both were great during COVID situation. I highly recommend seeing Dr. Shanbhag and Natural Medicine & Ayurveda specialists, staff and Thank you so much for their amazing service, kindness and care!. Thanks again!

Fantastic experience: I had been having trouble with acidity and chronic body pain. My friend suggested that I go see Dr. Shanbhag and his team for treatment. I did, and I am glad I did so! After the initial consultation in person (during which Dr. Shanbhag assessed my Dosha and established a treatment plan), I was asked to take a few supplements (which are available at their dispensary) and was suggested that I make a few dietary changes. After a month of incorporating the above changes, the doctor prescribed a week-long Panchakarma detox. I followed through with great results. I do not suffer from acidity anymore My body aches have drastically reduced My husband reported that my snoring has gone down I feel a lot more energetic. It has been a month since I did the detox and my body and mind are still reaping its benefits. I am glad that I took the decision to see Dr. Shanbhag and his team for the treatment of my ailments. I am continuing to see him every few months as a part of my wellness routine. I also go to their clinic for full-body massages. These have helped me a lot with increased mobility and a decrease in pain in my joints and my body, in general.

Fantastic experience: Best alternate natural Ayurveda clinic in SF Bay Area

Fantastic experience: I'm a massage therapy student who recently finished an externship experience with Dr. Shanbhag and his team for the last 4 months and couldn't praise their services enough! I felt so welcomed, valued and respected as a professional every shift I had while learning so much along the way. I grew so much during my time there and wouldn't trade my experience for anything. This team is truly amazing and one of a kind and would recommend them 1,000% for all services and opportunities. Thank you again for everything!

Fantastic experience: I recently completed a panchakarma course at the clinic under Dr. Vivek Shanbhag. There was no fasting involved and the course was completed in a very clear and structured manner with written instructions and live interaction sessions. I have seen great results with this course and in a very short duration I am seeing the final results that I had aimed for. I would strongly recommend this clinic for anyone wanting to pursue ayurvedic remedies.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Shanbagg have completely change my life. I have pain free and have so much more energy. I use to be in bed most of the month and not able to do much in life. after 3 months I can work 12 hours a day and still have energy when I go home. This medicine and diet worked like magic for me.

Fantastic experience: I was suffering from vertigo and severe gastric problems. Dr. Shanbhag diagnosed my body type and the root cause for my problems amazingly well and prescribed medication along with simple lifestyle changes which worked wonders on my body. In just 1 month I observed so many changes in the way I was eating, digesting food, feeling much more energetic and active during the day. Herbal medicine is definitely better than chemical based medication as it has absolutely no side effects and cures the root cause of your health problems. I also took the nutrition session with Dr. Gayatri Shanbhag and she gave me a great health chart that fits perfectly well with my Indian diet practices. She also has great recommendations for what type of food works well for your body type specifically. Certainly the best team of doctors!!

Fantastic experience: I continue to get their timely support and care for a multitude of issues and as my primary care. They help you to getting your body to support itself through a healthy lifestyle instead of being hooked on to medicines endlessly. The herbal supplements given have absolutely no side effects and aid the body to cope with symptoms and to position itself for self sustenance in the long term. Not just myself, but many of my friends have reaped the benefits from going to Dr Shanbhag and his team. I’m just glad we live in a place with access to such a great naturopathic team.

Fantastic experience: Dr Shanbag and Gayathri Shanbag are awesome ! I was diagnosed as pre-diabetic, had a hip to knee pain on one side, occasional swelling of one of my ankles . I went to Dr Shanbag to address those and also get help to switch to a healthier lifestyle. The consultations and esp food recommendations/recipes from Gayathri were amazing ! They were healthy and tasty too ! Both me and my husband started noticing differences in the way our bodies felt. Dr Shanbag then recommended taking a 7-day DIY detox program (Panchakarma). There was step by step guidance provided along the way and was easy to follow. My body felt lighter and I was able to focus more. By the end of the week, I had lost more than 4 pounds. Also I visibly noticed a difference in my skin tone and eyes. Believe it or not I it was also noticed by colleagues on video calls by the end of the week ! So grateful to Dr Shanbag and his team for all the support ! Looking forward to working with them to help attain my health goals !

Fantastic experience: I was suffering from loss of body weight and extreme dry skin as well as low energy and a rash all over my body. Through the analysis of my condition the practitioners at Natural Medicine & Ayurveda were able to diagnose my imbalance and provide me with a plan to address both my physical as well as my holistic concerns. I implemented the program, supplements, and meditation taught to me and was able to reverse the condition within 2 months. This practice is amazing, i am still following Natural Medicine & Ayurveda's process as it not only healed me but gave me renewed vitality. Thank you Dr. Shanbhag and team!

Fantastic experience: My experience with Natural Medicine & Ayurveda Clinic leaves me quite inspired, and I am glad to write a review. I recently had a burn injury which unnecessarily got coupled with poor gut health giving rise to additional symptoms. Dr. Shanbhag's consistent ayurvedic treatment and Gayathri's key diet consultation inputs have together helped me get back on track to good health! Dr. Shanbhag, along with him having prescribed me the right herbal treatment, I have experienced him to be an extremely good counselor, which has positively reinforced my healing process. Their approach of balancing the herbal supplements with a detailed, customized diet plan (nutritious & balanced, yet taste-rich), I think, makes it holistic and quite unique (Of course, needless to say, has to be supplemented with a little bit of a discipline on our part to regularly adhere to the dietary/exercise recommendations, to speed-up the recovery :) ). Additionally, outside of the personal consultation times, Gayathri has always been there to answer the most significant to the minutest of my questions. Impressively, each time she takes her time to respond in detail. If she is preoccupied with another person at that moment, I have always found her to get back later. Thank you Dr. Shanbhag, Gayathri and the other key members. I will be extremely glad to recommend your clinic to my friends and family!

Fantastic experience: After having dry skin & dermatitis issues for over a year, trying all sorts of creams and doc recommended medicines which only provided temporary relief, my skin is back to it's clear glowing self within a few weeks of seeing Dr.Shanbag! What a dramatic change when you actually start to take care of yourself holistically. Thank you to the team, esp. the nutritionist whose tips I followed rigorously to achieve optimal results! Highly recommend this place for anyone looking to improve their health the natural way , it's FSA money well spent.

Positive experience: I did a one week DIY panchkarma detox at home as recommended by Dr. Shanbagh. He was very helpful throughout the process explaining everything in detail and answering all questions on zoom calls. The detox was completely natural - no chemicals and we didn't have to starve at all. I lost about 4 pounds in just 1 week. I love the self care ritual that he explained for mornings that I'm excited to continue doing even after my panchkarma. Thank you, Dr. Shanbagh for a healty way of detoxing.

Fantastic experience: I can’t believe how light I feel, clear of mind, and happy. If you are looking for a medically sound, “friend to your body” approach for a balanced detoxification and weight loss, look up Natural Medicine & Ayurveda, San Jose, CA. It was so complete, understandable, and safe! No hidden costs. All herbs, recipes, and a booklet were mailed in packages to my front door so I could do a thorough detox quietly and privately in my own home. My group’s questions were answered by ZOOM meetings where I learned from all their experiences and shared mine. I give it four stars and two thumbs up. Plus, my clothes fit now!

Fantastic experience: We started visiting this clinic 2 months ago for my spouse and kid; interactions with the clinic doctors, dr Shanbhag and the staff are amazing, doctor was always available with our needs, questions, queries and highly knowledgeable, his attention-to-detail is impeccable; He recommended us pancha-karma process, will write another review with the results and benefits we experienced with that later.. thank you!

Fantastic experience: I have been developed so many red scars all over my body, I went to different dermatologists but they could not find any certain root cause neither they could help to soothe my symptoms. Finally, I decided to stop all my medications and seek Ayurvedic treatment, I found Dr. Shanbagh on google and made an appointment around three months back. Dr. Shanbagh diagnosed the root cause of my problem and gave me some natural medicines. He also recommended me to do a Whole-body Natural detox generally called Panch Karma. In the very first month of medication, I felt relief in itching and My red flares started turning into dark brown patches like a dead leaf, then In December Month, I started doing Panch karma at my home. It is a one week process and Dr. Shanbagh gives very clear instructions to follow the steps. I reduced around 8 pounds of my weight and also it helped to detoxify my body. The best part of this natural body detox is that we do not have to starve or do anything extreme just a few simple steps and consistency in the schedule will do the things. The only thing which I felt is that Detox program is a little overpriced. I highly recommend to Natural Medicine & Ayurveda, Clinic, Academy.

Fantastic experience: The ayurvedic consultation from Dr Shanbhag and massage service is highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: Great doctor and great place to get the underlying problems related to stress , immunity and cold or flu. This review is based on personal experience. The doctor is very knowledgeable and focuses on healthy lifestyle. I strongly recommend the place if you want to try something wholistic. Thanks Dr Shahbaz and team,

Fantastic experience: As a graduate of National Holistic Institute of Massage Therapy I was able to hear Dr. Shanbhag speak about the clinic. I was amazed by what a well rounded approach he and his team have to helping patients heal from whatever issues they have. Such a better approach than most Western medicine Doctors give. Definitely would recommend to anyone who is interested in healing from their medical issue and not just have it covered up! You have a whole team there to support your healing journey.

Fantastic experience: I had fever for almost 2 months. I started with Allopathy and there was reduction in fever, but it did not go away completely. It was also accompanied by some muscle cramps and joint pain. I was advised by family to try out Ayurvedic medicine in my treatment. I came across Dr.Shanbag’s clinic through Google, and I had a great experience here. Dr.Shanbag had a very detailed session with me to understand my history and assessed me to provide personalized treatment plan. He also advised on lifestyle changes that included Yoga, meditation, and other exercise activities. Gayathri provided detailed diet consultation session. The diet suggestions were easy to incorporate in our daily schedule. It was helpful to understand what foods to avoid to support my treatment. I stopped Allopathy from the time I started Ayurvedic medicine. Along with the medicines from Dr.Shanbag and and the diet advise from Gayathri, within about two weeks, my fever, muscle pain and joint pain is gone. I highly recommend Dr.Shanbag, Gayathri, and their natural medicine.

Fantastic experience: Very grateful to have found Dr. Shanbhag and his team in my wellness journey. Their practice uses all natural ayurvedic herbs and recommends easy-to-follow lifestyle changes that cost nothing but have had a profound impact on my health.

Fantastic experience: I had digestive issues, no energy, and joint pains. I started seen Dr. Shanbhag a month ago. He started me with some natural medicines and ayurvedic recipes. Then he recommended Pancha-Karma and nutrition (Whole body natural detox, weight Loss and rejuvenation). I highly recommend it. It is easy to follow, Dr. Shanbhag gives you clear instructions and answers any questions you may have via online workshops. He provides you with everything you need. You don’t need to take time off, you don’t starve, and is not time consuming. In just a week, I lost 11 lbs, no more joint pain, digestive issues have improve, feel energized, and no more joint pains. Thank you Dr. Shanbhag and Gayathri for your support and guidance.

Fantastic experience: I'm currently under treatment with Dr. Shanbagh for lifestyle-related and hormonal issues. One month into my treatment, he recommended that I do the "Do It Yourself Detox" program. I was very skeptical about doing panchakarma at home all by myself. But I was amazed by how easy the program was to follow by oneself at home and the great results that it brought to my overall wellness. I feel lighter, more active, and much more aware. I definitely recommend the detox program.

Fantastic experience: A few months ago our 5 yr old daughter was having eczema problems with dry skin on the face especially around the eyes and other parts of the body. We had gone to the dermatologist a couple of times and she suggested starting with mild steroids (1%) which initially helped a little but the eczema always came back. Then it was time to start the stronger steroids and we didn't want our daughter to use steroids and so started looking for alternatives. That is when we heard about Dr. Shanbag and the Natural Medicine & Ayurveda Clinic. We were able to meet with Dr. Shanbag (this was just before the shelter in place started) and he examined our daughter and then very patiently explained to us the treatment plan he was proposing for our daughter. He asked us to turn into detectives (which we gladly did) by monitoring what she ate and which food triggered the redness on her face and body. He said that while he would prescribe some natural medicines and cream, our goal was to monitor her diet as the medicines were only till she got better. After the first week, we saw that the problem had stopped getting worse and then a slow but steady improvement after that. Within a couple of months all the redness, the dry skin had gone away. There was still some white marks on the face but the rest of the body had completely healed. We are grateful to God that he led us to Dr. Shanbag. As parents, especially to a small child, we are so thankful that Dr. Shanbag was able to treat and cure our daughter without any steroids and completely through natural methods. We would highly recommend Dr. Shanbag and the Natural Medicine & Ayurveda Clinic.

Fantastic experience: I highly recommend the Dr. Shanbhags for treating me with natural medicine and no side effects. 4 weeks back I was skeptical about taking steroid for my tendinitis issue( for past 3 yrs) that flared up and decided to try Ayurveda. I did a video call and was given a clear diet plan, medicine and lifestyle changes that helped me show progress in so less a time. The pain is gone, range of motion improved with more energy and good sleep. I am looking forward to continue treatment for further improvement. Thank you so much Dr. Shanbhag and Gayathri.

Fantastic experience: I would highly recommend the "Do-it-yourself Detox, Weight Loss & Rejuvenation" to everyone out there. Its easy to follow. Dr. Shanbhag gives a lot of support and clear instructions. The instructions are given by way of online workshop and detailed manual. The supplements, oils, herbs and the manual are shipped in advance so that you can plan your detox ahead of time. All the recipes are demonstrated over video call. I had a chronic bloating and back problem. With regular exercise and detox and herbs, i would say the progress is very good. Dr. Shanbhag is very good at diagnosing your health problems. I would highly recommend Gayathri's diet consultation aswell. She is very resourceful and informative. I like the fact that none of the diet changes are like those crash diets which are not sustainable.

Fantastic experience: Dr.Shanbhag have high medical knowledge and good listening skills. I would recommend him for any kind of ayurveda treatment and Panchakarma!

Fantastic experience: I started seeing Dr Shanbagh exactly one year ago. After his thorough assessment, he and his team developed a holistic, specialized program for me including supplements, exercise, diet and panchakarma. My symptoms have improved and stabilized during the last few months. I have increased energy and better mental clarity. I am grateful for his expertise, genuine care by his team, especially Gaya. I would highly recommend Dr Vivek Shanbagh and his team.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Vivek and Gayatri Shanbhag have a wonderful team at Natural Medicine & Ayurveda where most of the stress related problems is cured just by there kind and compassionate treatment. I had been suffering from insomnia right from childhood days and never had a slightest idea that most of the problems in my life was because of that. At the age of 40 years, when I was under high stress due to work and personal issues, I by chance happened to visit the clinic just in the hope of receiving body massage which could reduce the stress level in my mind and body, but never had a slightest idea of the Ayurvedic treatment process. Though I had earlier been treated for clinical depression, I tried to hide that from them, but when Dr. Shanbag did pulse analysis on me, I guess he could easily make out all that in 5 min. There step by step approach of analyzing my past and current problem of insomnia and high stress level, and then prescribing me the required ayurvedic medicine helped in easily inducing sleep in the night within 1 week. And then Dr. Gayatri Shanbhag did a through analysis of my current daily routine and based on my body nature, prescribed me the best diet plan and daily routine of having food and sleep at correct time. Now after about within 1 year of treatment, I have been about 80% cured. I get a lot better deep sleep during night and the dullness and sleep during day time has reduced to a grate extent. Thank you a lot for treating me with such kind heartedness and all the patients who come to you for treatment. My life has changed a lot after getting treated from your team. And last but not the least, the body massage from Eliana is amazing. Its like some sort of magic in here hands. It instantly reduces a lot of stress in the body and she treats us with very kind heartedness. Thank you all for all the great work that you people have been doing and treating so many people who come to you with loot of health problems. I still feel like writing a lot about you, but that would still be very less of the work that you people have been dong. Thank you a lot for changing my life. Now its a totally new life for me.

Fantastic experience: Dr. Shanbhag and his team do great job! I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis in January. After taking one month of chemical medicine, I did not see any difference at all. Luckily, a colleague of my husband told about Natural Medicine and Ayurveda clinic. After first consultation and taking medicines, I noticed noticeable difference in my health. Herbal medicines, diet and treatment ( massage) worked and work great. My overall health is GREAT now. Thanks to Dr. Shanbhag and his team.

Fantastic experience: I recently completed a 7 day pancha karma and I am so happy I did! The initial pulse consultation with Dr. Shanbhag allowed me to address long term issues I’ve been having from allergies, acne, menstrual problems, weight gain, a liver in need of cleansing, and excess candida. He also picked up on some trauma on my pulse, which I’m glad he did, because I was able to address this deeper psychological/emotional issue before my 7 day detox/ pancha karma started. Over the 7 days I lost 9 lbs, and by Monday the following week my gut was feeling so light and fresh. An unfamiliar feeling for me! I also just had my first menstrual cycle since the treatment (+starting herbal supplements) and it was pain free and easy, also something unheard of for me. Also, the power of touch is HUGE! I had the pleasure of receiving hands on treatment from Ileana Monday through Friday. She does amazing trigger point release therapy, aromatherapy, abdominal massage, and can also integrate reiki energy healing into your treatment, with your consent. My skin was so soft and relaxed by day 5, it hardly felt like my own. My favorite part of the treatment was definitely the shirodhara, I’ve never in my life felt so relaxed. This traditional approach to pancha karma is an amazing way to reset your whole system. Also, the kitchari and clear veggie soup was so delicious. I could not recommend getting a Pancha Karma here enough!

Fantastic experience: My Ayurveda Class on Sat. Oct. 13 2018 was amazing! Dr. Shanbhag's deep knowledge and wisdom of describing both how to understand what Ayurveda is for the beginner and even deeper learning for those who already have intermediate knowledge was enlightening. His sense of humor kept the class exciting and had me anticipating more amazing knowledge. I scheduled a consultation and a massage as I'd like to learn more and personalize my health. I've had classmates who rave about how great their massage was and how their health has improved after their treatments at this magnificent Clinic!

Fantastic experience: I feel very fortunate and blessed to have Dr. Shanbhag and his associates as my naturopathic team. Dr. Shanbhag is a world-class doctor, having taught other doctors and written books during the past 30 years, as well as being a featured speaker at conferences. I try to stay away from prescription drugs and he advises me on products as well as foods to address my health concerns. A couple years ago, I did decide to take a course of prescription drugs for a health problem. He supported me through the process and recommended natural supplements to help my body deal with the side affects from the drugs. I highly recommend Dr. Shanbhag's natural medicine clinic as a caring and compassionate team of highly-skilled medical professionals.

Fantastic experience: Natural and alternative medicine has been something that I go to for most of my adult life whenever I feel a need. Recently, I had the pleasure to learn more about Ayurvedic Medicine through a friend who offered a workshop in this field and also had worked with Dr. Shanbhag as an intern. After her recommendation, I wanted to know more and really try this ancient science of natural healing so I came to the clinic for the Integrated Comprehensive Health & Wellness Program they offer. It has been a very positive experience from the moment of calling to get the appointment to follow-ups and their overall care. The services are very personalized and the whole team works in sync with you. I felt really welcomed into the clinic/spa and every professional gives their very best to provide you with knowledgeable advice and care. When I visited the clinic, my major issues were muscle pain (joints and shoulder), fatigue & low energy (specially in the afternoon), lazy digestive system and skin dryness. Within three weeks with following their advice and care I felt 80% better: muscle pain almost completely gone, have energy and mental focus throughout the day and after 8pm I don't feel exhausted, my elimination became regular and easier and skin is naturally hydrated and smooth. All in all, I feel grounded, present, stronger and healthier. I really like to see my 'whole-self' back and I know that it is the combination of supplements/herbs, new habits, diet awareness and lots of body work (muscular-skeletal balance, drainage massage sessions), of course I had to do my part, but Natural Medicine & Ayurveda team has been the ones to guide and support me. I highly recommend Natural Medicine & Ayurveda Clinic Academy & Wellness Spa, this is definitely a place for healing and rejuvenation.

Fantastic experience: Background: Suffering from chronic leg pain (causing limp after short walk) and pain in right hip from sitting more than 30 mins. I have been to best institutions in bay area and there was no convincing diagnosis of my condition that developed over a year from working long hours and commuting. Received treatment through regular health care services over a period of 2 years such as physical therapy, botox injections, epidural injection, use of inversion table, use of quell. The results were limited relief from various methods and I was stuck with standing most of the day and very limited walking. I would refer to my hip pain at about 7 and the leg pain would vary based on walking. Ayurvedic treatment: Finally after much skepticism I decided to try ayurvedic treatment. I visited 2 doctors in bay area and decided to continue with Dr Shanbhag as his approach was more holistic. He put me on multiple lines of treatment namely massage therapy, diet and supplements. To my great relief I started seeing benefits in about 6-8 weeks. By the end of 3 months I was able to sit for significant amounts of time. At the end of 6 months my pain level in hip is about 2-3 and I am able to sit all day long with occasional pain. However my leg pain is still there but I have made significant progress. Currently I have started taking acupuncture (different provider) and believe that the combination of Dr. Shanbhag's treatment and acupuncture will relieve me of my leg pain. I also plan to get the full Panchkarma treatment as soon as time permits. If you are suffering from chronic issues I highly recommend seeking help from Dr Shanbhag. His entire team is very well trained for holistic treatment. Dr Samika has been able to change my diet very effectively and helped me stay on top of the treatment. I consider myself fortunate that we have such a talented and learned practitioner in south bay. Lastly I would like to add that these methods take time and one needs to keep trying them.

Positive experience: Dr. Shanbag and his team are extraordinary. They provide individual attention to details of your problems and give lots of suggestions for lifestyle change. The supplements are really natural and beneficial. I personally liked the pranayama session with Dr. Shanbag. Dr. Samika helped me making personal health plan pertaining to my needs. They are very friendly team. I felt like feel at home. Thanks a lot to the team.

Fantastic experience: I recently attended the "Wellness Breakfast for your Body Type" cooking class with Dr. Gayathri Shanbhag. It was an inspiring class filled with practical information on the basic principals of Ayurveda and how to prepare easy and delicious food as part of your morning routine. Dr. Gayathri demonstrated how to make a hot tea filled with Ayurveda spices; flax seed smoothie; and a savory quinoa dish among other things. Her approach was very clear and friendly. She was extremely knowledgeable and her decades of experience in Ayurveda was apparent. This was my first time visiting Natural Medicine & Ayurveda Clinic. Everyone was very welcoming and friendly. I would highly recommend a visit.

Positive experience: At Natural Medicine & Ayurveda , I met a team of experts lead by Dr. Vivek Shanbhag. Dr. Shanbhag and Dr. Samika helped me making a customized holistic health plan around my special needs and interests. The ease and warmth with which the knowledge is shared by Dr. Shanbhag helped me to respect the uniqueness I carry , honor it , respect it more. The herbal supplements and diet consultation are helping me feeling more balanced. I am seeing Dr. Shanbhag from past few months. What inspires me to continue this journey to self crossing the bridge of body smoothly is the way the team educated me about my particular body constitution. As many factor affecting one's health are considered , it's a journey of patience and consistency. It feels great to experience support a very homely yet professional environment.I wish the whole team good luck for their continuing and future wellness projects. I highly recommend Natural medicine & Ayurveda.

Fantastic experience: Highly recommend this place for alternative natural cures. Great team and a great environment.

Fantastic experience: Thank you for Dr. Shanbhag and his team at Natural Medicine & Ayurveda I have made many long lasting life changes for my health and wellbeing. When I first came in for treatment I had no idea how to be a person. I had been mostly starving myself, living on black coffee and occasionally binging on rice. I had a chronic pain in my stomach that no western doctors could explain, and I had many other chronic issues including irregular periods. I have now changed my diet and lifestyle and quit coffee and feel a lot more grounded and sane. Dr. Shanbhag even prescribed me a special herb that helped me get my period on time, previously it was so irregular I could get it either every two weeks or go up to a year without it. I would recommend anyone to work on finding the root of their problems at Natural Medicine & Ayurveda and finally get some answers. THANK YOU!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Shanbagh and his team are simply amazing. They approach your health and wellness from a holistic perspective, which makes them special. Each body is different and so is our lifestyle. Dr. Shanbagh's wellness plan will be personalized to you and your body type, which is very unique. Compare that with mainstream healthcare methods which just focus on the symptoms and prescribe chemical pills right away, without any consideration for you and your body type. That's the key and makes sense, isn't it? Dr. Shanbagh and his team take care of you like a family member and I feel very comfortable working with them as my health & wellness partner.

Fantastic experience: Had a great experience working with the team at the Natural Medicine and Ayurvedic clinic. The therapy and diet changes helped a lot.

Fantastic experience: Dr Shanbhag wants to help his patients in the best way possible and is very patient to listen to your problems before suggesting a solution. Hi suggestions & prescribed medication has been working for me. Just to let you know it takes time for Ayurveda Treatment.

Fantastic experience: Dr Shanbag , Mrs Shanbag , Dr Devika and Courtney are a great team and have transformed my life style. Dr Shanbag team has given me a new life and I can't thank them enough !! Key health improvements noted are as follows 1. Lost 34 lbs (Note : No crash diets or extreme measure employed) 2. BP is back to normal and I have stopped using BP medicine. Above health improvements are achieved within 3 months of the start of the treatment and its results of life style changes facilitated by the team. I strong recommend Dr Shanbag team !!

Fantastic experience: Dr. Shanbhag and his team have helped me with my sleep problems and headache problems and I am so thankful for that! I highly recommend this place it really does work! I'm glad that I had found Dr. Shanbhag and natural medicine because I could see the problems that were happening by taking normal drugs too much and the natural supplements have worked just as well. If you are skeptical, don't be because it all works and makes me feel great!

Fantastic experience: Desperation drove me to Dr. Shanbhag’s office nearly four years ago. I’d seen every doctor and specialist for my condition (basically I get unbearably itchy if I don’t take a regimen of herbs and prescription medications), and many doctors “fired” me because they didn’t know how to treat me. Luckily, a friend recommend Dr. Shanbhag. I called the number and not only did he pick up the phone himself, when he heard of my condition, he told me to come to the office immediately. He took my pulse and knew a lot about me that I hadn’t told him. He stared me on herbs and teas in conjunction with the prescription medications I was taking. At one point I was taking 99 pills a day. Now it is closer to 30, most of which are herbs and supplements. My condition is under control. I am able to live life again. I was so miserable before, so hopeless. And being that sick is really lonely. But I don’t feel alone anymore. I have a team of experts to help me with every aspect of my heath. They strengthen my own intuition about my health and my body. Because they are teaching me how it works and why things are out of whack for me. Their kindness and compassion towards my body and health is causing me to feel that way too. So I’m taking better care of myself. When emotional trauma began to jeopardize the strides in my physical health, Dr. Shanbhag was available for counseling services. He is kind, astute, and listens without judgment. Dr. Shanbhag and his team are a treasure. No matter what ails me; they always bring me back to health. Occasionally my inner kid says, “I don’t want to!” like when it was suggested that I sip hot water rather than gulp cold water. But I tried it, and now I prefer it. And I don’t feel nauseous all day anymore. Just by making this one simple and easy adjustment, my quality of life has dramatically improved. Awhile back I injured my leg so badly I had to use a walker. Dr. Shanbhag saw me that day and Dr. Devika gave me a therapeutic massage. She also remembered when this first started for me and the treatments we had already done - even though I had forgotten all about it. The diagnosis was sciatica with muscle spasms. It took a few visits and some stretching and massage at home, but I fully recovered in two weeks - max - from barely able to move with a walker to better than before I hurt my leg. Even though what they do seems miraculous, it is science-based. If you have anything wrong with you at all, give them a try. You will receive holistic and compassionate care that works! Dr. Shanbhag is now my primary care physician. I love that they have all their online products in-house. I’m so glad I discovered this wonderful place!