I first met Sachi a YGSF training in Ayurveda. Her diligence in her teachings and vastness of knowledge kept me engaged. Needless to say, I have taken as many of her trainings as I can! Sachi's teachings gave me the foundations to explore Ayurveda. Some of her teachings I use daily include dinacharya (daily self-care practices), knowledge of spices and herbs, yoga practices, and the 6 tastes for Ayurveda cooking. I later reached out to Sachi directly with a personal conflict about practicing and teaching yoga as a South Asian American. Her empathy, guidance, and knowledge pushed me forward on my journey. She recommended courses, books, materials and practices to help me understand the roots and vastness of yoga as-well as my own true nature. I could not be more grateful and aspired by Sachi who has been an amazing mentor & teacher in Ayurveda as well as in my personal path. I would recommend her for mentorship without any doubt as she is truly one of a kind! read more

I first met Sachi through a YGSF training in Ayurveda. Sachi is very knowledgeable and shares that knowledge with all of her students. Her presentations and trainings are invaluable and she makes them easy to understand and teaches us how to relate them to ourselves. I later decided to work with Sachi one-on-one through her Foundations of Health program. The one-on-one work help me take the ayurvedic knowledge I was introduced to and implement that into the lifestyle changes I wanted to make. About a year later I was having a minor health challenge. (Minor in the sense that it wouldn't kill me, major as it required major changes to my diet and environment.) My western medical doctors told me it could only be treated by conventional medicine and that there was no "holistic" or "natural" way to treat the condition. So I contact Sachi for advice, she changed my life, she pointed me in the direction I need to go. The information she gave me was exactly what I was looking for. The changes I needed to make were radical to me because I am a total foodie and love FOOD! So in the beginning, I was very sad that I was going to be restricted from eating some of my favorite foods. Sachi worked with me throughout this process with compassion and understanding and that made a world of difference. After I removed foods that were causing inflammation, I felt better and I didn't really miss them as much as I thought I was going to. I am incredibly grateful to Sachi, I reversed my condition and I could not have done that without all of her support. read more

Sachi Doctor is truly one of a kind. I'm so fortunate to have experienced her products (teas), workshops, and meditation classes! As an Indian-American, I've been introduced to Ayurveda by my parents and grandparents but I had a hard time connecting this ancient practice to my urban on-the-go lifestyle. Thankfully, Sachi has been able to bridge that gap for me. She's extremely skilled/knowledgeable but she's able to package her teachings in a way that's relatable and easy to understand. I try to attend as many workshops/sessions she leads (Ayurvedic rituals, cultivating inner wisdom, meditation) because I always leave with something new. Oh, and do yourself a favor and buy her teas! I love the Vata tea and the Unicorn Milk. Her energy is contagious - she's somehow calm and bubbly at the same time :). Sachi is genuinely one of my favorite people to be around and I'm honored to call her a mentor and a friend. read more

Having the privilege to connect with and learn from Sachi has filled me with so much joy, curiosity and a newfound awareness that is bringing me much peace. I find I am not as tentative to dive into the suggestions Sachi has offered and more inspired to make these changes because of her gentle and kind way of encouraging observation and self-awareness and belief in my own knowing. Thank you so much Sachi for the honesty, care and wisdom with which you share Ayurveda. I am truly grateful for your guidance and to be on this journey with such a beautiful being like you. I'm especially grateful for the ideas for small lifestyle changes, spices and teas as well as yoga practices that will assist in my healing. read more

Sachi is an INCREDIBLE soul and guide. Even before I met her, I heard such amazing things through the local SF yoga community. Fast forward, I've gotten the chance to learn from her at length through a few Ayurveda trainings; she is an amazing teacher who so genuinely cares about her practice and students. Someone who puts their heart into teaching her craft. I felt so loved and supported through a relatively vulnerable 40 hours of training, and she was consistently there for me through all of it. She's very detailed in her teachings, and she makes it easy to implement Ayurveda into an everyday routine. I am so excited to continue learning from her! read more

Sachi has been an amazing help to me. I began having terrible stomach and GI issues in the middle of 2018 and could barely eat. I was taking several western medications, but I noticed that it would only mask the problem, rather than help it. I met Sachi through a mutual friend and began working with her - and I am truly grateful for that day! Her remedies have been extremely helpful and I now recommend her products and services to my family and friends. She truly understands the process of healing and how to ensure the problem is fixed, rather than masked. I am much better now and continue to work with her and use her products to ensure I am healthy. read more

3 words: Spiced Golden Milk. It's delicious and the perfect drink for a rainy Sunday afternoon or before bed. I mix mine with warm vanilla almond milk for a healthy, relaxing flavorful treat. Her masala chai honey is also a must try. I often times spread a spoonful on my almond butter toast to add some sweet spice. Herb-infused ghee is next on my list to try! In addition to her products, Sachi is one of the kindest, most genuine people you will ever meet! Her passion for health/wellness and helping others is truly inspiring. read more

Elemental Alchemy - Nutritionists Near Me - Oakland, California

Sachi is such an incredibly warm, uplifting, supportive, intuitive and caring guide and individual. I first heard about her through some friends who have worked with her and they've all had such wonderful experiences with her. I then decided to take an Intro to Ayurveda class with her at Yoga Garden SF, and was not disappointed. For the majority of my life, I've suffered from digestive issues - bloating, inflammation, extreme fatigue to name a few - so I was deeply intrigued to learn more. I reached out to Sachi for an initial consultation as she offers a variety of services and I felt a connection and a pull towards working with her. It was the best decision I have made so far because investing in myself, my health, has ultimately changed my life. With her care and guidance (she is my North Star!), I have learned so much about myself, my body, and my mind - being able to identify the root causes of my ailments (physical, emotional) and take steps towards alleviating it to achieve a balance has been a difficult but eye-opening experience. Since working with her, I have learned how to wholly, patiently, kindly and lovingly take care of myself. She helped me see myself as a whole person. I will be forever grateful to have had the opportunity to meet and work with Sachi. I wholeheartedly recommend learning from her! read more

With all the health issues I have had these last five years: Chronic Pancreatitis, chronic pain, and a huge hernia. I researched and researched a way that I could reach my optimal health. In my research, I found a way I could do that. One week before my huge hernia surgery, I found a way... Ayurveda was my answer. I was less than three months away from flying to India for a six week intense treatment program. Not really wanting to go that far alone, and for that long, we continued our search for a practitioner a little closer to home. Well.... I found her!!! I am so blessed and extremely honored to be working with Sachi. I have been seeing her for almost two months. I am happy to say that I am 29 days INSULIN FREE!!! I've also been able to decrease my pain meds. I have a ways to go but I believe living the Ayurvedic lifestyle might be the best thing I've ever done. read more

Sachi is a gem. I chose to explore Elemental Alchemy because I was looking to deepen my Yoga practice learn more about Ayurvedia (sister science to yoga). I wanted to understand potential imbalances as well as awareness techniques and personalized nutrition practices unique for my body. Sachi shared new teachings, a detailed and personalized wellness plan including various pranayama, asana, and nutrition ideas, as well as a considerable amount of time preparing and communicating the various ways I can start to try to incorporate these teachings. Did I mention this is all within the confines of her beautiful, peaceful home with tea!!! What Sachi has created with Elemental Alchemy is quite special and unique in it's own rite and I cannot wait to continue working with her. The work that Sachi does is relevant for everyone regardless of your interest in yoga. But if you are at a place in your yoga journey where you're looking to learn more about how to connect to the "big S Self" with a new and different lens, I would highly recommend seeing Sachi. She's already helped to guide me to a path of ease in my current lifestyle I hadn't known was possible. read more

I have worked with Sachi as a student in her ayruvedic trainings and workshops. I have found that Sachi is so caring and compassionate. I know some people get frustrated with the "it depends" answer but please don't. Sachi gives this answer to many questions because it really does depend. I have found that Sachi wants to make sure she has the details she needs so that she can give you a more personalized answer (not it depends). This is key to really gaining the benefits of ayurvedic practices. By working with Sachi through these trainings I have a gained a better appreciation for how I am different from everyone else. I also appreciate others more as well. I love that Sachi is aware of our current culture and being thoughtful in tailoring a thousands year old practice to our modern needs. If you have the opportunity to try the spiced golden milk with a little bit of herb infused ghee right before before bed please do so. You will feel so relaxed and have an amazing night's sleep! If you get the chance to work with Sachi, as a practitioner or student, or to partake of any of Sachi's delicious ayurvedic items take it. You won't be disappointed. read more

I have had the opportunity to meet and become good friends with Sachi before her "new life" as a yoga instructor and she is an amazing individual. Seeing her go down this path only makes sense and it is not hard to see the passion that she has for what she does. Sachi truly cares for people and thrives on helping them achieve the individual goals that they set for themselves. Her knowledge of yoga and Ayurveda practices is extensive and she makes those around her feel very comfortable. Thank you, Sachi! read more

Amazing and insightful. Immediately felt a genuine trust and respect for Sachi. Her vast knowledge has been so helpful to me. I am so thankful that I found her and I am looking forward to meeting with her on a regular basis. read more

The chai spiced honey is a great way to make a simple cup of black tea come alive with exotic fragrance and warmth. I love using it in my milk tea every day, or just drizzle a bit in a cup of hot water to soothe a sore throat. It has even made an appearance at the dessert table in form of a glaze for an orange spice cake, as an ingredient in muffins and tea cakes. The possibilities contained in this little bottle of sweetness are endless! The pitta tea is another favorite of mine with the hint rose. Can't wait to see what else Sachi comes up with that becomes a staple in my pantry. read more

Working with Sachi and Elemental Alchemy has been life changing for me. I was feeling overwhelmed and stressed out and have had digestive issues for all of my adult life and decided to seek out help with an Ayurvedic expert. Sachi's approach is mindful, supportive and practical. She goes above and beyond to understand what you need and customize/personalize the program so that you get what you want and the most out of working with her. The result has been feeling better by taking control of what I can, and by making meaningful and realistic lifestyle shifts. Eating for my dosha has significantly reduced my digestive distress. I am very aware of why I am feeling fatigued or certain emotions during specific times of day thanks to learning about the Ayurvedic clock. I was able to adopt a more appropriate bed time after learning about what times of day actually recharge me. read more

The Masala Chai Spiced Honey is my favorite part of my morning ritual. A little bit of honey in some hot water for a perfectly sweet and grounding start to my day. For an extra treat, I mix the spiced honey into black tea with milk. I've always been too intimidated to make chai from scratch, so I was thrilled that this honey does all the work to give me a flavorful cup of chai. Can't wait to try the Golden Milk next.... read more

I had the pleasure of taking Sachi's 5-Day Ayurveda Training at Yoga Garden. It was such an incredible experience getting to learn from her. She makes the material easy to understand and practical to modern day lifestyles. If you have the opportunity to spend time learning from her, I would highly recommend it!! Thank you Sachi! read more

I met with Sachi for several weeks to learn about Ayurvedic principals, and how these practices could be applied in my own life. Using Ayurveda and additional complementary modalities, Sachi developed a personal wellness plan to help guide me towards optimum health, self-awareness and self-understanding. Sachi provided sooo many helpful tools for listening to my body, creating space in my life in subtle but profound ways, and engaging with myself in a way that is kind and supports my overall well-being. Simply put, Sachi is remarkable. From her compassionate, warm and welcoming presence to her vast knowledge in Ayurveda, yoga and wellness, it was clear that she has a real passion for helping people tap into their True Selves. How wonderful is that? I felt truly supported as we worked together to explore the teachings that were practical for me at this point in my journey. It was truly a pleasure to learn from Sachi and I look forward to working with her again! read more

I just attended my first yoga class with Sachi and it was amazing. She is a great instructor. She gave our class plenty of options for each pose so that it worked for beginners all the way to more advanced practitioners. She is patient and caring and I will definitely be going back for my next class asap! read more

Sachi is one of the most caring and intuitive individuals I have ever met. Her understanding of yoga and alternative healing systems is unparalleled with other teachers I've worked with in the past. Thank you Sachi! read more

I've have had the pleasure to work with Sachi for years. She is a truly talented & knowledgable in yoga & Ayurveda coach. Through her consulting I learned more about myself and received lots of useful nutritional recommendations & mindfulness practices that are customized to help me maintain my optimal health. Sachi also has a really great calming energy so she is so nice to be around. read more

I have known Sachi for a while and know her to be a kind and compassionate person. I signed up for her individual ayurveda coaching series. As a HR consultant and teacher of mindfulness meditation I give so much to others in my work. I was looking for someone like Sachi to hold space for me and guide me on self care and nutritional practices that are in harmony with the seasons. Working with her was a pleasure. I learned a lot and have since incorporated ayurvedic practices that have brought balance into my life. Bonus, she sells delicious dosha teas too! read more

Sachi's ability to integrate her diverse background and extensive knowledge with keen insight and a compassionately-driven listening ear, which allows her to truly hear her clients--their goals, their struggles, etc.--make her a one-of-a-kind wellness and mindfulness practitioner, uniquely situated to guide you to a place of better health, balance, and understanding of self. Working with Sachi has been an incredible gift. read more

Sachi's products are delicious! They are so fun to experiment with. I love that she makes them herself and has tons of recipes online so you can try them out in different ways. My favorites are the masala chai spiced honey, herb infused ghee, and spiced golden milk. I'm excited to try her teas too! These products are great to have in your home because you can use just a little at a time to really add some spice/love/pizazz to your day. They also make great gifts! read more

What stands out about Sachi is her incredible sense-of-self and her confidence that make you trust and confide in her. She has become a great friend and coached me through some of the harder moments of being a new parent with mindful meditation practices, her deep understanding of the human body, and how to heal almost any ache/pain with thoughtful yoga moves or Ayurvedic treatments. She truly is the trifecta-coach for your mind, body and soul. I couldn't recommend her any higher except if she cooked and brought along with her- oh wait, she does! read more

I can't tell you how much I appreciate Sachi. I have dabbled in yoga many many years ago but have been riddled with injuries (not enough yoga?) and I have a mind like a cricket, so it's hard to sit still and focus. I decided to sign up for some private classes with Sachi and I am so grateful I did. She seems to have unique ability to know what I need each session and tailor to fit me, even mid class when it's clear we need to shift focus. She takes a whole mind, body, spirit approach that has been helpful in calming my head some and allowing me to focus on each pose as my body will allow, all while being aware of my injuries and working around my limitations. She has even been known to check in on me when we don't have a session to make sure I am doing ok and offering me some advice of how to implement things we have worked on when I'm on my own. Overall she's fantastic and I highly recommend her to anyone for any level. read more

Sachi is a true blessing. Her warmth and kind spirit make for a comforting and inviting experience. She is committed to seeing each individual as a full and dynamic person with unique needs and goals and creates plans to speak to that individuality. Sachi is very dedicated to what she does and lives from the heart. Truly a person worth trusting. read more

Sachi's ability to create a peaceful, calm and non-judgemental environment for her clients is what makes her amazing at what she does! It is clear that she gathers her eclectic blend of east and west through her extensive travels around the world and most of all through her deep intellectual curiosity. I'm 6 months pregnant and I could not have gotten through my first trimester if it wasn't for Sachi's guidance, comfort. knowledge of Ayurvedic remedies and of course, life coaching skills! In my second trimester, she has helped me with very specific prenatal yoga poses that has truly been a godsend for the aches and pains of pregnancy. I highly recommend Sachi! (I kind of want her all to myself, but I'll share because others should get to experience her amazingness!) read more

Wanting to learn more about Ayurveda, I attended a workshop led by Sachi. I immediately booked a consult and have since had follow-up meetings with her. Her clear and knowledgable, yet warm approach to the East-West holistic path of living in San Francisco has enabled me to find more balance by changing my daily routine and within my own self. I have always thought of myself as being an intuitive individual, but Sachi brought me to a new level and has taught me how to better integrate an elevated healing system into my day to day life. I regularly recommend her to my clients/students and to anyone reading this review. read more

Sachi is an amazing instructor and a lovely person. I've taken classes with her in both studio and tech spaces and she does a fantastic a job teaching to all levels. Sachi also emphasizes the importance of listening to what your body needs over what it wants, which has been incredibly helpful for me, as I'm prone to pushing myself too hard too fast. She is an attentive, kind, knowledgeable, and thoughtful teacher - in short, she's everything you want in a yoga instructor! I highly recommend her. read more