Tag: Ayurvedic Treatment

The Pitta Dosha is responsible for all our daily activities that require energy. When this Dosha gets imbalanced, we experience certain health issues, both physical and psychological. Here, it becomes important to follow a calm lifestyle and avoid any triggers that can imbalance your body. You can also use Ayurvedic methods such as palliative and purification treatments to cure Pitta disorders.

According to the National Diabetes Statistics Report, 2014, more than 29 million people in the United States have diabetes and one in four people...

Ayurvedic massages are of many types and use medicated oils, herbs, plants, and even utensils at times. The massages are of different forms to treat different types of diseases including migraines, spondylitis, blood pressure, cholesterol, arthritis, insomnia, depression, chronic headache, earache, and any kind of pains all over the body. Before going for a massage, know which is the right type to treat your condition.

Weight-loss is an issue that most people deal with at some point in their lives. Everyone wants to look good, feel fit and sport...

Long known as the ‘King of Diseases’ by ayurveda practitioners, tuberculosis (TB) is one of the world’s most feared and deadliest diseases. In the...

Cholesterol can be controlled by ayurveda in 3 ways: Lifestyle management, Herbs usage, and Panchakarma. Minimizing sedantary habits and staying active are vital in channelizing the Vata (V-Dosh) and reducing K-Dosh. To let the herbs act favorably, A-fire has to be balanced. Subdued A-fire (Agni-mandya) and channel obstructions (Srotorodh) are addressed by Deepan-Pachan herbs. Udvartana/powder massage, Swedan/steam, Virechana/herb-induced purgation, and Lekhan basti/medicated decoction are panchakarma procedures to manage cholesterol.

Snoring occurs when one's breathing is partially obstructed. While occasional snoring is not a very serious issue, apart from the fact that you are...

Muscular dystrophy includes over 30 muscle-wasting disorders of the skeletal muscles, the heart, and the endocrine system. A faulty gene produces little or no dystrophin, a protein that maintains muscle strength and tone, leading to muscle weakness that worsens over time. Symptoms include abnormal gait, deformed spine and joints, and breathing problems. Patients find it tough to perform daily tasks, and in severe cases, die in their 20s.

Pranayama, is a type of yoga which helps regulate your breathing, lung capacity, and body’s energies. In Sanskrit ‘prana’ means ‘energy or life force’...

Eat at regular intervals, while at the same time, avoid fasting or skipping your meals. Slash green chili, strong tea or coffee from your diet. Avoid hurting the sense organs with excess strong perfumes, bright lights, loud noises, or boiling or freezing bath water. Wear sunglasses to avoid direct sun exposure. Be sure to get at least 7 hrs of sound sleep. Quit smoking!

Trataka offers numerous benefits to those who practice the technique. It can be performed with the eyes open or closed, based on the method. It not only tremendously improves concentration, but also helps in treating depression, insomnia, allergy, anxiety, postural problems and memory. It also opens up a new perspective of looking at things and invokes the power of intuition. Read about the various ways in which one can practice this ancient technique.

Panchakarma is a five technique whole body detox program that forces toxins out of your system by induced vomiting or purgation, enema, etc.

Asthma is often treated with quick-relief medications that may weaken your lungs when used for long-term. If you are seeking some natural ways to...

Reduce amount of sodium, animal protein, calcium, and oxalate in your diet. Drink the juice extracted from the stem of banana plant which has diuretic properties. Figs and Basil leaves improve overall health of the kidneys. Tomato juice helps dissolve mineral salt deposits in the kidneys. Lemon juice contains citric acid that breaks down calcium-based stones.

If you are obese, Ayurveda recommends Apatarpana (de-nourishment of fats) and Samshodhana (cleansing of toxins) using medicines and therapies like Panchakarma. If you are chronically ill, with low immunity and are underweight, Santarpana (replenishment) and Brumhana (increasing body bulk) using oil massages and herbs like Ashwagandha are prescribed.