Living an Ayurvedic Life in a Fast-Paced City like Singapore In the middle of Singapore’s buzzing cityscape, where deadlines, digital screens, and fast meals dominate-our body and mind can quickly slip into imbalance. Ayurveda, India’s 5,000-year-old science of life, offers a simple yet profound solution: live in harmony with your natural rhythms. You don’t need
Introduction to Ayurvedic Approach to Skin Health Ayurveda views the skin (Twak) as a mirror of inner health. Radiant skin is a result of balanced doshas, strong digestion (Agni), proper detoxification, and a calm mind. Singapore’s unique tropical climate, hot, humid, and coupled with constant air-conditioning creates a challenging environment for skin health. 5 Common
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 traditional Ayurvedic preparation described in classical texts (Astanga Hridaya). It is referenced in classical literature as a decoction associated with Kapha and Pitta balance. Main ingredients described in classical texts Aragwadha (Cassia Fistula) Indrayava (Holarrhena Antidysentrica) Patala (Stereospermum Suaveolens) Bhunimba (Swertia Chirayita) Agni (Plumbago Zeylanica) Amruta (Tinospora Cordifolia) Available forms Aragwadhadi
