Karta Purkh Singh Khalsa, DN-C, NCTMB, RH, is nationally certified in massage therapy, kinesiology, dietetics/nutrition and herbalism. He has practiced Ayurvedic bodywork for 35 years, and was the principal developer of the Soothing Touch Ayurvedic massage product line. He is the only person in America to hold the prestigious title, "Ayurveda Yogaraj".Khalsa is the author of over 1,200 published health articles, has written or edited 30 books on health topics, including The Way of Ayurvedic Herbs, and writes a monthly feature for Massage and Bodywork magazine. He has presented over 150 times at national and state conferences and is featured in 3 DVD continuing education courses on massage techniques. He is an approved education provider for The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork and the Florida State Board of Massage Therapy, faculty trainer for the U.S. Association of Specialized Kinesiologists, senior editor for The Harvard University Natural Standard and a professor at Bastyr University’s College of Naturopathic Medicine. Khalsa is the Ayurvedic herbalist for Yogi Tea, a popular Ayurvedic medicinal tea company.