Ayurveda – Your Path to Wellness
Ayurveda is study of LIFE a science of nature. We are part of Mother Nature so clearly the energies which govern the changes in nature influence our physiological systems as well.
Ayurveda goes beyond the physical body and provides knowledge to unfold the reality that transcends the physical realm and achieves harmony of Body-Mind-Spirit.
The goal of Ayurveda is to preserve the health of a healthy person. Health is more than ‘an absence of disease’. True health comes from a balance of the physiological systems, emotional state and thoughts. Ayurveda offers practical and natural solutions to prevent most diseases.
If you want to know the most important concept Ayurveda offers, it isPrakriti – Body Constitution – It distinguishes Ayurveda from many other healing sciences. Everybody and everything is different and there is a meaning behind that difference. Once we know the meaning, we can literally change our life. Ayurveda respects each individual Prakriti and offers individually suited diet and lifestyle plans to restore balance. For this reason, Ayurvedic health plans are not ‘One size fits all’. Recently modern research is recognizing this concept as genomic typing, which Ayurveda has been promoting for thousands of years.
When it comes to treating the disease, Ayurveda recommends treating the cause, not the symptom. Unless the cause is removed, the symptoms will never be cured. For example, if ten people have a headache, all will not have Ayurvedic Tylenol. Instead, a different mix of herbs will be indicated for each person, because the cause in each of them will be different.
This is an era of complementary medicine. Knowledge of Ayurveda is as essential as Conventional medicine. Modern medicine is a live saver in emergencies, or in life threatening conditions, but when it comes to prevention or treating chronic conditions, there is no alternative to Ayurveda
No wonder hundreds of thousands of people are riding the wave ofAyurveda. Why not you?
Panchakarma is a classical form of detoxification practised throughout the ages in India routinely for prevention and treatment.
In order to stay healthy and fit one should carry out Panchakarmamethods as a way of cleansing and servicing the body. The greatest benefit of this system is preventing possible illness due to accumulation of doshas or toxins which may cause obstruction ofchannels or ducts.
Panchakarma Treatments
Vamanam
This is medically induced vomiting. This is the cleansing process for the upper respiratory tract and upper digestive tract. Effective in Kapha rogas and some skin diseases like leukoderma.
Virechanam
This is a medically induced purgation which cleanses the lower digestive tract. Almost all types of skin diseases and chronic rheumatic problems will be relieved by this.
Nasyam
It involves the administration of medicines through the nose in the form of drops or powders. It is one of the Panchakarmas. Highly effective for all kinds of headaches, paralysis, depression, stress, pain around the neck and shoulders, eye diseases etc.
Sneha Vasthy
Medicated oil mixed with some herbal paste and salt, is administered through the anus. The quantity of material will be decided according to the strength of the patient and disease. One with the lowest dose of oil is called Mathra Vasthy. This is beneficial in chronic nervous disorders, joint problems and skin diseases.
Kashaya Vasthy
This is enema done with a mixture of honey, salt, herbal paste, herbal decoction and medicated oils. This will be preceded by one or two rounds of Sneha Vasthy according to the condition of the patient. Combination of Sneha and Kashaya vasthys are helpful in many chronic conditions.
Other Therapies:-
Sirodhara
Sirodhara means pouring of a liquid on the forehead in a continuous stream. According to the type of liquid used, Sirodhara can be classified into three types:
- Thailadhara – Sirodara with medicated oil.
- Thakradhara – Sirodhara with medicated buttermilk.
- Ksheeradhara – Sirodhara with medicated milk.
According to the liquid used, the effect will be different. Thailadhara is good for various types of nervous disorders like hemiplegia, facial palsy etc. Thakaradhara is good for various skin diseases, sleeplessness, stress and insanity. And Ksheeradhara is good for cooling the head, which helps immensely for people suffering from insomnia.