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- Ayurvedic View of Optimal Digestion - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Sharada HallIs your digestion as good as it could be? According to Ayurveda, the physical root of all disease is improper digestion. Therefore, maintaining good digestion is the key to optimal health. The Sanskrit term for digestive fire is "agni". There are many factors that decrease it's capability, like ...
Views: 2037(4 votes) - Understanding Ayurveda - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from Sharada HallAyurveda literally means "Science of Life," and it is. Ayurveda is the traditional medicine of India and is a complete system encompassing diet, lifestyle, herbal medicine, meditation and yoga. Because it is a science founded on simple, natural principles, this ancient sytem can easily be ...
Views: 2385(5 votes) - Remedies for Lower Back Pain - 5 Remedies were Medically Proven as Ineffective - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonBack pain disorder is prevalent. Based on American surveys, it is one of the most common excuses for not reporting for work. Based on the rate of its prevalence, survey results also showed that the American population alone spends as much as $50 billion every year for different remedies for ...
Views: 1324(1 vote) - Introduction to Ayurveda - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAyurveda is a Sanskrit word derived from two roots: ayur, which means life, and veda, which means knowledge. Knowledge arranged systematically with logic becomes science. Over time, Ayurveda became the science of life. It has its root in ancient vedic literature and encompasses our entire life - ...
Views: 1743(6 votes) - Ayurveda and Family - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThere is an ancient Indian principle that says if you want to check if your rice is ready, then you just test a few grains. The grains are representative of the status of the entire pot of rice. So, if we want to check on the status of our society, we can look at a few families, as ...
Views: 1506(1 vote) - Ayurveda and Nail Care - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsAccording to Ayurveda, our fingernails are a by-produce of our bones. And the condition of our nails is a reflection of the condition of our body tissues. If we're having problems with our nails, then we need to look at the balance and nourishment of the whole body. Here are some examples of ...
Views: 5615(3 votes) - Stop Unhealthy Cravings Naturally and Lose Weight Fast - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2009 from Neeraj VarmaPeople are trying to lose weight with appetite suppressants. They are going to really mess themselves up. This article is to help people control their cravings naturally so they don't have to do un-natural things to lose fat. Cravings are the body's way of saying you need certain nutrients. ...
Views: 2860(2 votes) - 'Holy powder' ingredient makes membranes behave for better health - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2009 from Vijaya NairRevered in India as "holy powder," the marigold-colored spice known as turmeric has been used for centuries to treat wounds, infections and other health problems. In recent years, research into the healing powers of turmeric's main ingredient, curcumin, has burgeoned, as its astonishing array of ...
Views: 1219(1 vote) - Kundalini, The Serpent of Power - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2009 from Sam EtkinExcerpted from The Amazing Secrets of the Yogi by Charles F. Haanel, Edited by Anthony R. Michalski This part tells where the masculine, fiery, and positive etheric forces come from and how they are distributed to all parts of the body. It also tells where the feminine, sympathetic, and ...
Views: 5987(2 votes) - Disease: Plague or Teacher? - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesWhat kind of question is that anyway? Why would I even suggest that disease could be a teacher? This may seem strange, and yet, as I see it, this is the most important distinction that I draw between the current holistic and allopathic approaches to medicine. The allopathic mind-set is one of ...
Views: 1187 - Gentle Weight Loss with Ayurveda - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from Deepa ApteAyurveda has mentioned eight types of bodies which are prone to various diseases. One of them is an over weight or obese body. Obesity can be described as a state of body with excess fat. Ayurveda sees obesity as a Kapha disorder. Usually in such people the digestive fire or Agni is weak and ...
Views: 8361(5 votes) - Typical Ayurveda and Yoga Treatment for Enlarged Prostate - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2009 from Dr. Shashikant PatwardhanProstate problems due to vata vitiation - Herbs like gokshura, punarnava, salam mishri, guggulu and shilajit are provided. Three of these herbs are prescribed in the form of a mixture, in doses of 1 to 3 grams per day for a month. Prostate problems due to pitta vitiation - When the prostate ...
Views: 12780(1 vote) - Prostate Enlargement - A Common Concern Amongst Men - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2009 from ajeet gautamAround 100 million men are already suffering from prostate disorders so act now and maintain a healthy prostate for life . Prostate gland is a tiny gland present under the urinary bladder and surrounding the urethra . It would be more appropriate to call it an organ than a gland because the ...
Views: 2059 - Newly Released Book by Retired Scientist Links Self-Control of Hormones to Perfecting One's Life - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2009 from Brian NicolettiIn his newest book, retired scientist Robert L. Peck discusses connections between the mind and body, hormone control, and personal growth. "Readers learn how ancient science was well aware of the effects of hormones and how many of the hormones could be controlled with the mind." 'Controlling ...
Views: 1128 - Care For Glittering Pair - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2008 from Dr.Savitha SuriOnce while browsing through the internet, I came across a short and sweet poem, written by an unknown author, describing the beauty of eyes and expressions hidden in them. The poem was so beautiful that I just made a note of it. Here is the poem. In Your Eyes In your eyes I see a thousand ...
Views: 1184 - Treating Dry Skin Condition Naturally Applying Ayurveda Principles - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2008 from Dr.Savitha SuriDry skin looks dull and life less due to lack of moisture. Well hydrated skin glows and exhibits a healthy look. Wrinkles develop at an early age due to prolonged dryness of skin. Dry, rough and wrinkled skin gives an aged appearance. Dry and cracked skin harbor microbes and cause fungal ...
Views: 3754(1 vote) - Irregular Menstruation - Uterine Bleeding - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2008 from herbal remediesIt’s estimated that about one-third of infertility cases can be attributed to females. 30 to 40 percent of these cases are caused by irregular or infrequent ovulation and menstruation. The good news? Nearly all infertility issues caused by irregular menstruation are ...
Views: 4038 - Introduction To Ayurveda - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Deepa ApteAyurveda is the ancient holistic medical system from India, based on achieving physical and mental harmony with nature, which has been practised for more than 5000 years. Ayurveda means “science of life” (“Ayu” meaning life and “Veda” meaning science). Ayurveda was created during a time of ...
Views: 1263(2 votes) - Panchakarma - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Shekhar AnnambhotlaIn Ayurveda, Pancha Karma therapy is considered a complete, holistic approach to the elimination of the root cause of each and every chronic disease. Today, in the USA, 70% of deaths are due to chronic diseases rather than infectious diseases. Acharya Charaka has described that imbalances in ...
Views: 5719(1 vote) - Keeping Cool This Summer With Ayurveda - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Sundari FinlaysonIn Ayurveda the idea of agni, the digestive fire, is key to health and well-being. Individual seasons seem to be a bane or blessing to different constitutions, yet with a little knowledge and a few tips for self-care, you’ll find yourself enjoying and engaging in your life year round in a whole ...
Views: 2203(2 votes) - Memory Enhancement - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2008 from Santosh JalukarFor utmost intellectual performance… Dr. Santosh Jalukar (santoshjalukar@rediffmail.com) Phone: 9969 106 404 It is said that “intellectual strength is more important than just physical strength”. This is all time true statement. For significant achievement in any field, Intellectual performance ...
Views: 4066(1 vote) - Ayurveda Village-Kerals's Best Ayurveda Resort - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2008 from Ayurveda village resort KeralaThe Ayurveda Village, the holistic health centre at Poovar Island Resort is the best destination in Kerala for ayurvedic treatments, rejuvenation, training in Yoga and mediation. The Poovar Island Resort acclaimed as the best Ayurveda resort in kerala is located at an island, a natural habitat ...
Views: 1804(1 vote) - Ayurvedic Management Of Tinnitus [ Karna nada] - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2008 from Dr. Shashikant PatwardhanTinnitus causes perception of sound in one or both ears or in the head, in the absense of any external sound. It is often referred to as "ringing in the ears", although some people hear hissing, roaring, whistling, chirping, or clicking. The ringing can be intermittent or constant-with single or ...
Views: 14416(1 vote) - Ayurveda, A Unique Treatment Method From India - by Submitted on May 28, 2008 from Emily WatsonHerbal treatment, or herbal medicine is a method of treating diseases and ailments with the use of medicinal herbs or therapies/preparations made from a plant or plants. Plants have been used for medicinal purposes for over centuries. This form of treatment is perticulerly populer and being ...
Views: 1510(1 vote) - Yoga Ayurveda Group Workshops At Zen Resort Bali - by Submitted on May 25, 2008 from Dr Mahendra ShahYoga Group Workshops at Zen Resort Bali An integrated holistic wellness deal for yoga teachers Zen Resort launches an integrated wellness deal for yoga group leaders and teachers to hold their training workshops in combination with the resort’s programs of pranayama, meditation, ayurveda and ...
Views: 2531(1 vote) - Management Of Hypothyroidism In Ayurveda - by Submitted on May 15, 2008 from lakshmi prasunaThyroid gland is one of the most important and sensitive endocrine gland. As it easily responds to stress and stimuli the global incidence of hypothyroidism is increasing day by day. The major function of thyroid gland is to control the rate of metabolism. The principle function of thyroxine is ...
Views: 7367(2 votes) - ***Effortless Ayurvedic Beauty - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2008 from Robin KWHO HASN’T HEARD THE ADAGE "YOU HAVE TO SUFFER TO be beautiful?" Although looking good generally reflects an inner health in mind and body, and that takes some effort, it doesn’t have to be a joyless grind. Ayurveda, the original mind-body-spirit health system offers pleasurable, effective ways ...
Views: 2623 - Definition: Ayurvedic Cooking - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteAyurvedic Cooking Ayurveda is a form of traditional medicine in use primarily in India. Ayurveda believes that various materials of vegetable, animal, and mineral origin have some medicinal value. The medicinal properties of these materials are time tested and have been used for centuries in ...
Views: 3803(1 vote) - Definition: Pranayama - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuellettePranayama is a Sanskrit word meaning "lengthening of the prana or breath". The word is composed of two Sanskrit words, Prāna, life force, or vital energy, particularly, the breath, and "āyāma", to lengthen or extend. It is often translated as control of the life force (prana).] ...
Views: 6582(1 vote) - Definition: Chyawanprash - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteChyawanprash, also spelled chyavanaprasha, chyavanaprash, chyavanaprasam and chyawanaprash, is an ancient Ayurvedic herbal preparation, widely used in India, as a rejuvenative, energizer and immunity booster. It is often called "the elixir of life" due to its numerous nutritional properties and ...
Views: 3062 - Definition: Ayurvedic Practitioner - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteAyurvedic Practitioners Ayurvedic practice was flourishing during the time of Buddha (around 520 BC) , and in this period the Ayurvedic practitioners were commonly using Mercuric-sulphur combination based medicines. In this period mercury, sulphur and other metals were used in conjunction with ...
Views: 3077(1 vote) - Definition: Ayurvedic Medicine - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteAyurvedic medicine is an ancient system of health care that is native to the Indian subcontinent. It is presently in daily use by millions of people in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. The word "Ayurveda" is a tatpurusha compound of the word āyus meaning "life", "life principle", or "long life" ...
Views: 2733(1 vote) - Book Review: Yoga Therapy - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Ayurveda. Ayurveda, or Ayurvedic medicine, is ancient system of health care that is native to the Indian subcontinent. Ayurveda promotes healthy living and therapeutic measures that relate to physical, mental, social and spiritual ...
Views: 1656(1 vote) - Book Review: Light on Pranayama - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Ayurveda. Ayurveda, or Ayurvedic medicine, is ancient system of health care that is native to the Indian subcontinent. Ayurveda promotes healthy living and therapeutic measures that relate to physical, mental, social and spiritual ...
Views: 2002 - Book Review: The Chopra Center Cookbook - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Ayurveda. Ayurveda, or Ayurvedic medicine, is ancient system of health care that is native to the Indian subcontinent. Ayurveda promotes healthy living and therapeutic measures that relate to physical, mental, social and spiritual ...
Views: 1510 - Book Review: Essential Ayurveda - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Ayurveda. Ayurveda, or Ayurvedic medicine, is ancient system of health care that is native to the Indian subcontinent. Ayurveda promotes healthy living and therapeutic measures that relate to physical, mental, social and spiritual ...
Views: 1565 - Book Review: The Yoga of Herbs - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Stephanie OuelletteThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Ayurveda. Ayurveda, or Ayurvedic medicine, is ancient system of health care that is native to the Indian subcontinent. Ayurveda promotes healthy living and therapeutic measures that relate to physical, mental, social and spiritual ...
Views: 1317 - Relevance Of Use Of Ghee-Clarified Butter In Ayurvedic Medicine. - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Dr.Chetali SamantIntroduction: One of the most ancient systems of medicine- Ayurveda, developed thousands of years ago. But it continues to stun the scientific faculties all over the world by its highly evolved concepts. Depending on the nature of the diseased and that of ...
Views: 4719 - Relevance Of Use Of Ghee-Clarified Butter In Ayurvedic Medicine. - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2008 from Dr.Chetali SamantIntroduction: One of the most ancient systems of medicine- Ayurveda, developed thousands of years ago. But it continues to stun the scientific faculties all over the world by its highly evolved concepts. Depending on the nature of the diseased and that of ...
Views: 3824 - Commending Cumin seeds - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Dr.Savitha SuriCummin seed or jeera is seeds of flowering plant Cuminum Cyminum . This plant, native of east India and east Mediterranean, belongs to family Apeaceae. The herbaceous plant Cuminum Cyminum grows to a height of 20- 30 cms. Leaves of this plant are pinnate and bear thread like leaflets. The ...
Views: 1663 - Beaming Health With Neem - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Dr.Savitha SuriNeem is known for its immeasurable medicinal properties and is used as a main ingredient in many home remedies. Commending the medicinal properties of neem, numerous sanskrit names have been coined by our ayurveda acharyas . Few of them are mentioned below. 1. It is known as Nimba as it ...
Views: 1351 - Water - the Elixir of Life - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2008 from Dr.Savitha Suri75% of earth’s area is covered by water. Water is the major component of all living beings and it is the major constituent of human cells. Ayurveda considers water (aap or jala) as one of panchamahabhutas. ( Panchamahabhutas constitute human body). Water provides a good medium for most of ...
Views: 1334 - Natural Remedies And Home Remedies For Dark Circles Under Eyes - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Dr.Savitha SuriDark circles under eyes are a common beauty problem. These under eye dark circles give us an appearance of tiredness or illness. They make us to feel worse and are rather detrimental to our self esteem. What are dark circles under eyes? The skin below our eyes is very thin and is sparsely ...
Views: 5166 - *** Ayurvedic Defense Against The MRSA Superbug - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Dr. Helen ThomasJust the other day, a 17 year old boy was brought into my office. He had a swollen jaw. I examined it and recommend the father take the boy to their family MD for antibiotics. Well, the next day the father came back. The boy was diagnosed with MRSA (aka the antibiotic-resistant Superbug). The ...
Views: 5055 - Preventing Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy Through Ayurveda - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2008 from Dr.Savitha SuriDefinition: Benign prostatic hypertrophy is swelling of Prostate gland. The prostate is a walnut sized gland that is only present in men. It is located just below the bladder and top of the penis. This gland surrounds the urethra ( the tube through which urine flows from the bladder and out ...
Views: 1226 - Bloating, Indigestion, Acid Stomach And Irritable Bowel Syndrome All Have Too Much Vata And Pitta - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2008 from Dr. Helen ThomasAbdominal bloating, when the abdomen distends and there may be intestinal or abdominal gas, is the cardinal sign of dysfunction of the agni, the digestive fire, and is usually caused by a vata imbalance. In Ayurveda we describe it as the first sign of an imbalance in the "gastrointestinal ...
Views: 6367 - Liver Detox With Turmeric - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Sandra Kim LeongAyurvedic practitioners recommend liver detox with the use of turmeric. It is vital that a liver detox be done at least once yearly to ensure a healthy functioning liver, whose primary role is to process and remove toxins carried in the bloodstream. This very important organ produces over ...
Views: 11328 - Keep back pain at bay - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2007 from Dr.Savitha SuriIntroduction Back pain is the most common complaint among adults under 45. Back pain brings their activities to a complete halt and intervenes in the progress of their career. Researchers say that it is really a challenge to a physician to find out the true cause of back pain. Here is a ...
Views: 1241 - Eating Right, the Ayurvedic Way - Tips for Good Digestion - by Many people in today's fast-paced world suffer from everyday digestion problems such as gas, bloating, stomach pain, constipation, heartburn, and fatigue after eating. Maharishi Ayurveda provides simple solutions to these common complaints by considering not only what we eat but how we consume ...
Views: 3236(2 votes) - What is Ayurveda? - by Ayurveda teaches the use of natural medicines and forces such as diet, hygiene, and psychology, which can bring us into
better balance with life. Disease is not the problem to be opposed with violence and force. Rather, it is to be avoided or prevented by promoting health as a fortress of ...
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