Ayurveda in Perth Hills
Ayurveda is a traditional system of health and wellbeing that originated in India more than 3,000 years ago. The word Ayurveda comes from Sanskrit: “Ayur” meaning life and “Veda” meaning knowledge or science, often translated as “the science of life.”
Ayurveda takes a holistic, individualised and mind–body approach to wellbeing, recognising that each person has their own unique physical and mental constitution. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, Ayurvedic care considers the whole person, including body, mind, digestion, lifestyle, diet, sleep, daily routines and the surrounding environment.
Many Ayurvedic principles reflect what is now commonly described as a mind–body approach to health. Ayurveda has long recognised that mental and physical wellbeing are interconnected, and that factors such as stress, emotions, sleep, digestion, lifestyle and daily habits can influence overall wellbeing. This interconnected view of the mind and body remains an important part of Ayurvedic practice today.
A central concept in Ayurveda is the balance of the three functional principles known as Vata, Pitta and Kapha (the Doshas). An Ayurvedic consultation considers a person's natural constitution (Prakriti) as well as their current state of balance (Vikriti) to help guide an individualised approach to care.
What Is involved in Ayurveda?
Depending on individual needs, Ayurvedic wellbeing practices may include:
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✓ Dietary and lifestyle guidance
✓ Herbal Preparations
✓ Therapeutic oil massage (Abhyanga)
✓ Traditional therapies
✓ Yoga
✓ Breathing practices and daily routines
Common reasons patients seek Ayurveda
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Musculoskeletal Conditions
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Stress and Anxiety
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Sleep concerns
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Migraines and Headaches
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Chronic Pain
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Digestive health
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General Well-being
Meet Our Ayurveda Team
At Hills Natural Health Centre, Ayurveda is offered as a personalised and holistic approach designed to support balance, relaxation and overall health and wellbeing, while respecting each person's individual needs.
Krishan Wanigathunga
BAMS (Hons) degree and IICT accredited Ayurvedic Practitioner
Krishan Wanigathunga is an Ayurvedic Practitioner with over 10 years of experience across Sri Lanka and Australia. He takes a personalised, holistic approach to health, drawing on authentic Sri Lankan Ayurvedic knowledge and traditional practice alongside a practical understanding of modern health and wellbeing.
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His clinical interests include musculoskeletal conditions such as osteoarthritis, spinal and disc-related problems, chronic pain, digestive health and gut modulation, autoimmune conditions, women’s hormonal and menstrual health including PCOS, weight-management concerns, stress, sleep disturbances, neurological concerns, headaches, migraines, men’s health, and general wellbeing.
Krishan holds a Bachelor of Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) and is the founder of Krishi Ayurveda & Yoga in Perth. His approach is guided by the traditional principles of Ayurveda, with particular attention to the relationship between the body, mind, digestion, daily routine, and individual constitution.
A key part of his practice is supporting digestive function and gut balance through personalised dietary advice, lifestyle modification, daily routines, and Ayurvedic principles. He also has a strong interest in the relationship between gut health, neurological function, and overall wellbeing.
Treatment plans are tailored to each person and may include Ayurvedic therapeutic massage, herbal oil therapies, medicated herbal applications, dietary and lifestyle guidance, and other traditional Ayurvedic recommendations.
Krishan is an IICT member and a Yoga Australia Level 2 registered yoga teacher. His background in yoga allows him to incorporate appropriate movement, breathing practices, relaxation, and mindfulness principles where they complement a patient’s care.
Alongside clinical practice, Krishan has a strong interest in Ayurvedic research, particularly in neurological health, cognitive wellbeing, herbal medicine, and the gut–brain relationship.
His focus is on providing respectful, individualised care that helps people better understand their health, improve daily function, restore balance, and support long-term wellbeing through authentic Ayurvedic principles.