In a world where the pace of life can often feel overwhelming, Ayurveda offers a serene pathway to balance and well-being. Rooted in ancient Indian wisdom, Ayurveda is more than a system of medicine; it is a holistic approach to life that promotes harmony between body, mind, and spirit. Let’s delve into what it means
Originating from the ancient healing system of Ayurveda, which translates to “knowledge of life,” Shirodhara is a Sanskrit term composed of two words: “shiro” meaning head, and “dhara” meaning flow. Together, they describe the continuous pouring of warm herbal oil or other liquids onto the forehead in a rhythmic and steady manner. The Process: Shirodhara
The incidence of life style diseases like hypertension diabetes mellitus, dyslipidemia and overweight/obesity associated with cardio vascular diseases is high on the rise. Arthritis and insomnia are some others to name. Life style diseases are nothing but the diseases due to unhealthy lifestyle and are the outcome of the way we lead our lives. Ayurveda
Navarkizhi is a form of sweat inducing massage treatment. It is called “Shashtika shali pinda sweda” in Sanskrit and “Njanavarkizhi” in Kerala Ayurveda practice. This “sweda” or fomentation is done using milk and rice. It is processed with medicinal plants (herbs) root and a special type of rice that is navar rice which is harvested
It is an Ayurvedic medicine in the form of decoction. It is used in treatment of fevers and infections associated with burning sensation, excessive thirst, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. Benefits: It is used in fever associated with burning sensation caused by various infections. It can be used in excess of thirst, loss of appetite, nausea
Shatavari Gulam is a “Best tonic for women”. It is used to treat wide range of gynaecological problems in females. It is a semisolid or paste form of Ayurvedic formulation mentioned in ancient Ayurvedic text Sahasra Yoga Leha Prakarana 7. Benefits and Uses It strengthens the uterus and improves the functioning of ovary by regulating the Ovulation naturally and hence it
Aragwadhadi kashayam is a decoction made up of herbs mentioned in ancient Ayurveda text Astang Hrudaya. The formulation pacifies Kapha and Pitta doshas in the body. This Kashayam is best blood purifier and hence it is mainly used in all types of skin disorders with severe itching, wounds, ulcers, pruiritus, urticaria, scabies and diabetic foot
To maintain the health of a healthy person Ayurveda provides guidelines an Ideal Daily Routine called “Dincharya” and Seasonal routine called “Rutucharya”. The uniqueness of these routines is that it is in Harmony with nature’s daily and yearly cycle, respectively. DINCHARYA (IDEAL DAILY ROUTINE)What is Dinacharya? Dinacharya (दिनचर्या) refers to the ayurvedic daily routine recommendations that
Aim of Ayurveda –“Swasthasya Swasthya RakshanamAturasya Vikar Prashamanam cha!” The main aim of Ayurveda is to maintain the health of the healthy person and to cure the disease(s) of the sick person. Thus, Ayurveda focuses on maintaining one’s health and not just freedom from physical diseases. Ayurveda’s definition of health –Sama dosha sama agnischa sama
