Out of the four standard treatment methods of Sowa Rigpa, working with the diet has a very deep curing effect, rebalancing our energy state with the natural world. It is thus strongly emphasized as an ideal treatment, rather than depending on strong or harsh medicines.

In this class, we will study Chapter 16 to Chapter 18 of the Explanatory Tantra:

  • Dietetics
  • Dietary Hazard Prevention
  • Food Intake

This course will be conducted in English.

  • Venue

    ZOOM online

  • Date

    From 14 to 28 Aug 2024, every Monday & Wednesday (14 Aug 9-10pm)

  • Time

    8–10 PM Singapore | 1–3 PM CET

Prerequisite

To obtain certification, all students must complete TibMET 1 & 2/ TTM 1 - Elements & Root Tantra or its equivalent.


*Students without prerequisite may attend as an auditor.

Certificate of Completion

Graduates who complete TibMET levels 1 through 7 are certified with a Sorig Khang International Diploma of Advanced Studies in Tibetan Medicine & External Therapies (DAS in TibMET).

Graduates who complete TTM levels 1 through 5 are certified with a Sorig Khang International Diploma of Advanced Studies in Traditional Tibetan Medicine (DAS in TTM).

For full curriculum, please refer to our website. 

A Certificate of Attendance in Principles of Diet will be granted by Sorig Khang Singapore upon completion of all lessons, and completion and passing grade of all quizzes and homework assignments in this course. Student must complete the content within six months of the start of the course.

Student Membership

For enrollment in our academic courses organized by Sorig Khang Singapore, all students are required to have a valid student membership.

Fee

For local students using SG bank payment options, use this link

Course curriculum

    1. A message from Sorig Khang Singapore!

    2. New Student Walkthrough

    3. Zoom Meeting Link

    4. Course Outline & Study Texts

    1. Preliminary Prayers

    2. Lecture 1: Introduction to Diet

    3. Test your learning #1

    1. Lecture 2: Principals of Diet Part One - Grains, Meat

    2. Mentsee Khang Translation_Explanatory Tantra_Chapter 16_Dietetics

    3. Test your learning #2

    1. Lecture 3: Principals of Diet Part 2 - Fats, Vegetables, Cooked Food

    2. Test your learning #3

    1. Lecture 4: Beverages, Toxicity and Incompatible Food Combinations

    2. Mentsee Khang Translations_Explanatory Tantra_Chapter 17_Dietary Restrictions

    3. Test your learning #4

    1. Lecture 5: Correct Amount of Food & Contemporary Diet Recommendations for 3 Nyepa

    2. Mentsee Khang Translations_Explanatory Tantra_Chapter 18_Dietary Limitations

    3. Test your learning #5

About this course

  • $225.00
  • 21 lessons
  • 9.5 hours of video content

Instructor

President & Resident Teacher Jacqueline Yu

JACQUELINE YU is the co-founder of Basic Essence holistic wellness centre in Singapore since 1999 and is the Founding Member/President of Sorig Khang Singapore, founded in 2008 to preserve and promote the ancient healing arts of Sowa Rigpa. In 2000, she met her root dharma teacher, the late Ngakpa H.E. Ralo Rinpoche and his son, H.E. Khyungtrul Rinpoche, beginning her path in Vajrayana. And after meeting and learning from Dr. Nida Chenagtsang since 2008, her root teacher in Sowa Rigpa and Yuthok Nyingthig tradition, the spiritual practice of Tibetan medicine and completed her internship in Qinghai Tibetan Hospital, Xining and Malho Tibetan Medicine Hospital in 2011. Jacqueline is currently Sorig Khang International's Senior Generalised Teacher with specialization in Ku Nye, traditional Tibetan massage & other external therapies. As a therapist for the past 24 years, Jacqueline has her own private practice providing treatments on a daily basis and as a trainer, she has trained many students and therapists in healing and massage in the Asia region. A practitioner of Yuthok Nyingthig, Jacqueline is also a guide for Medicine Buddha Healing, Mantra Healing, Nejang and Yuthok Nyingthig retreats. Jacqueline leads groups on yoga & spiritual retreats around Asia. Since 2015, Jacqueline is also the coordinator for Sorig Aid, organizing free medical camps in Nepal and around the world, putting her compassion into action. In 2017, she received the Yuthok Sowa Rigpa Award for her great contribution towards Sorig Aid project in Nepal during the 5th International Congress on Sowa Rigpa held in Kathmandu.