Raman Das Mahatyagi is the principal Ayurvedic Vaidya (practitioner) at our Sydney, Australia based holistic centre. He has a degree in Ayurvedic medicine, Bachelor of Science (Biology) and Diploma of Yoga (India).
Since opening in January 2000 in Gordon, Raman Das has helped many people seeking solutions to their chronic health conditions improve their health and wellbeing through the great healing powers of Ayurveda and Yoga.
With over 30 years practising Ayurvedic medicine and teaching yoga, and a background of traditional learning from pundits in India, Raman Das has a wealth of experience and expertise. With his in-depth knowledge and insight, Raman Das creates customised Ayurvedic treatment plans so that you can start experiencing a higher level of energy and vitality in your daily life.
He is a passionate advocate of Ayurveda and Yoga – knowing through lifelong experience their effectiveness in promoting healing of many chronic lifestyle related health problems.
Learning the principles of Ayurveda and the properties and utilisation of herbs starting at a young age from his grandfather, Raman Das has continued to explore these Vedic sciences and expand his knowledge in a practical way.
Prior to moving to Sydney and establishing YATAN Holistic Ayurvedic Centre, Raman Das had a successful International Ayurvedic clinic in Kathmandu, Nepal, and also spent many years living and teaching Yoga at his ashram (Mahatyagi Seva Ashram) in Varanasi, India.
He was awarded the post of “General Secretary, Foreign Affairs” by the World Academy of Ayurveda, New Delhi for his valuable services in the field of Ayurveda, Yoga and Naturopathy, and has travelled extensively in the USA, Canada, France, Russia, Italy and Australia conducting seminars and consultations.
In 1987, Raman Das was selected from a nation wide competition and represented India as a Yoga Expert during the “Festival of India” in the USSR. He was the Senior Technical consultant for the Rog-Yoga TV serial produced by the Indian Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, and has written books on Yoga, Tantra and Indian Philosophy, published in Varanasi and widely used by college students there.
More recently, in Australia, Raman Das has authored two books describing his system of yoga and yoga therapy – “Yatan Yoga”
BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS
- New Horizons of Yoga and Tantra
- Yatan Yoga – A Natural Guide to Health and Harmony
- Yatan Yoga Therapy – A Natural Guide to Longevity and Vitality.
- Okra: A Salve for GI Disorders? Journal of Complementary Medicine: CM, The, Vol. 7, No. 2, Mar/Apr 2008: 43
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
In Australia, Raman Das is accredited with:
- Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA)
- Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)
- Australasian Association of Ayurveda (AAA)
- Naturopathic Practitioners Association (NPA).
- Senior member of Yoga Australia.
For further information on Raman Das’ radio, television and newspaper interviews please read our Media – Articles page.