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- Gaining health from garlic - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Krishna RSGarlic ( Allium Sativum) belongs to the family Liliaceae. The plant has leaves which are long, narrow and flat like grass. The bulb is of a compound nature, consisting of numerous bulblets, known technically as 'cloves,' grouped together between the membraneous scales and enclosed within a ...
Views: 1076 - Turmeric - Go for Gold - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Krishna RSAyurveda the ancient medical science is based on the principle of preventing diseases. It directs us to resist the diseases through our food habits and life styles. Same principle was stressed by Hippocrates also “Let your food be your medicine” was his advice to man kind Let’s know more ...
Views: 1042 - Ashwagandha- the Indian ginseng - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Krishna RSAshwagandha - also known as Indian Winter Cherry has the Botanical name Withania Somnifera -It is a shrub belonging to Solanace family. It is grown in the western India, Gujarat, MP, Punjab and in Himalayas. Ashwagandha gets its name because its roots have the odor of horse. (Ashwa = horse , ...
Views: 1338 - Inducting Rasayana Therapy in Our Daily Routine - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Krishna RSIntroduction: Ayurveda , the oldest health science has eight branches. Rasayana (rejuvenation) is one of them. Rasa has different meanings like ”juice”, "taste “, “essence," "flavor”, or “emotion", but is not limited to any of these in itself. In therapeutic process Rasa is concerned with the ...
Views: 1156 - Therapeutic uses of Honey - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Krishna RSThe FAO Codex Alimentarius Commission defines honey as ‘the natural sweet substance produced by honeybees from the nectar of flowers or from secretions coming from living organisms feeding on plants, that bees gather, transform and combine with specific ingredients, store and leave to ripen in ...
Views: 1057 - Ayurveda Medicinal properties of banana - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriBanana is the largest herbaceous flowering plant. This plant grows 6 to 7.5 meters tall. This herb belongs to genus “musa”. The plant has soft pseudo stem and spirally arranged long leaves. Leaves may grow 2.5 meters long and ½ meter wide. This plant is known as “Kadali” in Sanskrit. The ...
Views: 1846 - Home Remedies Come Into Focus - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2012 from Abhijit BanerjeeThe last few years have seen a shift back to home remedies for treating common ailments. In earlier days, all families depended on natural ingredients and natural remedies to deal with health issues. Every family had its own favourite home remedies to cure minor illnesses like colds, coughs, ...
Views: 1246 - Ayurveda Packages to Keep You Healthy - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Kumar SonuIn today’s world, due to the increased industrial and technological developments, there are different types of pollution taking place in several forms such as water, land, air, and others. Moreover, the food that we are eating these days is also not safe. The consequences all these things are – ...
Views: 1118(1 vote) - Herbal Supplements and Remedies for Piles and Hemorrhoids - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Neal KIntroduction Hemorrhoids also commonly known as piles is a medical condition caused due to the swelling of the veins in the lower part of rectum and around the anus. This swelling causes discomfort when you sit down or while using the toilet. Though hemorrhoids are not life ...
Views: 1460 - Good News for New Moms - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Rannie, Ragnhild BoesGOOD NEWS FOR NEW MOMS What every new Mom needs to know Seven ancient secrets to restoring happiness and vitality after childbirth: Childbirth — a turning point in a woman's life This article is about staying happy and healthy after childbirth There is often a big gap in the care ...
Views: 2328 - Things You Need to Know about HCG Drops for Weight Loss - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from rahul kumarMaintaining a body weight that is proportionate to your height can be difficult even if you will try using and taking different weight loss programs that are available in the market today. Working out and leading a healthy lifestyle is the best way to maintain your desired weight. However, ...
Views: 1503 - Rejuvenation Therapy with Drakshadi Rasayana - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriRasayana therapy or Rejuvenation therapy helps to slow down ageing process, increases memory, boosts body immunity, and enhances complexion and youthfulness of skin. Sense organs and voice regain their sharpness. Rasayana therapy rejuvenates whole body and as well reproductive system thus making ...
Views: 1722 - Herbal remedies Pomegranate, Tribulus for Prostate care, BPH - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Veena DeoThe Prostate Gland is a firm partly muscular, partly glandular body that is situated near the base of the male urethra and it secretes an alkaline viscid fluid, which is a major constituent of the ejaculatory fluid. It is also known as prostate. In human prostatic secretions, the protein ...
Views: 4903(1 vote) - Skin care with herbs - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriSkin is the largest organ in human body .Naturally fresh and healthy skin is protector of body and a thing of beauty. Texts of ayurveda recommend many herbs and natural remedies to protect our skin from acne, pimple, scars, marks and wrinkles. These herbs and herbal remedies not only help in ...
Views: 1552(1 vote) - Causes and herbal remedies for Piles or Hemorrhoids - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2011 from Veena DeoPiles is he condition of one affected with hemorrhoids. Hemorrhoids are a mass of dilated veins in swollen tissue at the margin of the anus or nearly within the rectum. Piles should not be confused with Fissure. A Fissure is a temporary injury in the anal passage caused by the stools. There ...
Views: 3944(1 vote) - Health benefits of butter – An ayurveda perception - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriDictionaries define butter as “a solid emulsion of fat globules, air, and water made by churning milk or cream and used as food”. Butter is known as “Navaneeta” in Sanskrit. It is referred as navaneeta in texts of ayurveda too. Butter is usually made from cow’s or buffalo’s milk. But it can be ...
Views: 1765(1 vote) - Ayurveda Medicinal Properties of Grapes - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriCommon Grape Vine ( Vitis Vinifera ) is known as Draksha in ayurveda. This is widely grown in western parts of India, Punjab, Kashmir, central Europe, Turkey, Morocco and Portugal . The grape vine has long, woody stems rooted to ground. Stems are covered with flaky bark. The grapevine usually ...
Views: 1713(1 vote) - Breast cancer – causes, prevention and treatment - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2011 from Henrita DecostraAccording to a survey across the globe near about 12 out of 100 will grow the encroaching breast cancer, woman breast is a very soft and shallow part of flesh. It contains no muscles. It has only glands, milk-ducts, fat cells, is holding in concert in a web of connective tissue. In case of any ...
Views: 1037(1 vote) - Acne Ayurveda Treatment: A Remedy That Never Failed - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Lana WalterMany teenagers face a skin problem that is commonly known as acne. The main areas where people suffer from acne are the face, scalp, back, chest, shoulders, upper arms and neck. Different people give different reasons for acne but according to ayurveda, acne is the symbol of imbalanced life of a ...
Views: 5583(1 vote) - Hair Falling Ayurevda Treatment Tips : Easy And Effective - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Lana WalterHair fall has become a very common problem in teenagers, men and women. Sometimes the hair fall is such that people become bald. With age, the thickness as well the amount of hair goes on decreasing. According to a study, it is reported that nearly 25% of men start showing symptoms of becoming ...
Views: 1242 - Green Tea benefits, Cholesterol, Arthritis, heart health - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Veena DeoGreen Tea is made from the leaves of Camellia Sinensis. This plant grows as a large shrub or tree. Green tea has been recognized as a medicinal beverage to promote healthy mind and body for almost 5000 years. Traditional Chinese medicine has recommended green tea for headaches, body aches, pain, ...
Views: 1941(1 vote) - FDA Warns of Licorice: Overlooks Prilosec, Accutane, Meridia, Crestor, Bextra, Chantix and Serevent - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2011 from William CoursonAn article appeared today (10/29/11) on the Consumer Reports website Health.org captioned "FDA: Black licorice treats can cause heart tricks" and warning of the potentially lethal effects on heart function of ingesting black licorice - an herbal remedy used for thousands of years, in a ...
Views: 2602 - Learn Hindi Through Bollywood Dance - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from jenkin sonulMany Hindi language learners want to know how to learn this language well, because Hindi language is so foreign for them. This is because that the Hindi language has not stimulated your learning interest as well as your learning passion. But if you choose some Bollywood dance or some Bollywood ...
Views: 1698 - Adipex diet pills and the best adipex alternative - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Tracy WrightObesity is one of the chronic diseases that are prevalent not only in the United States, Europe, and Canada but also in the newly developing nations. Since obesity is the root cause of all major health problems such as diabetes, chronic heart diseases, hypertension and so on, almost all the ...
Views: 4954 - Nutmeg benefits, Insomnia, Digetion, Memory help - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from Veena DeoNutmeg or Mystica Fragrans or Jaiphal in Hindi is always used in foods, especially in desserts in India. It is considered as a precious herb because of the enormous medicinal properties of its seeds. The most important thing in the uses of Nutmeg, as a small dose it does not produce any side ...
Views: 3299 - Turmeric, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Antioxidant, Skin conditions - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from Veena DeoScientists proved that Curcumin and other Turmeric (Curcuma Longa) constituents have unique health benefits like anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-carcinogenic properties, promoting healthy DNA function and can also be useful in atherosclerosis, weight management, depression and Rheumatoid ...
Views: 1862 - Stress relief, anxiety, Healthy mind, Ayurveda, Traditional medicine - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2011 from Veena DeoEvery one deals with stress and its related problems on a regular basis. Stress is always concerned with the mind. As per Ayurveda, not only a healthy body but a healthy mind is also required to enjoy a healthy life. Its only in Ayurveda, that the concept of a ‘healthy mind’, anxiety and ...
Views: 3354 - How a Man Can Last Longer in Bed - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from jessica johnnHow a Man Can Last Longer in Bed To be successful in bed, a man must strike the balance between stamina and arousal.If a man is too aroused, the experience can be too short to satisfy his partner. However, sacrificing pleasure just to last longer isn't ideal either. There are a few simple ...
Views: 1784 - Kerala Well Known For Its Ayurveda Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Ashish SinghAyurveda literally means science of life. Ayurveda brings the total welfare of the individual. Emphasizes lead a healthy, happy, comfortable and advantageous from all fronts, that is physical, mental and social. Ayurveda is not just the physical treatment of the body, but is the complete renewal ...
Views: 1113 - Would Conventional Medicine Have Killed Steve Jobs? Did it? - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from William CoursonAn article appeared in today's (October 12, 2011) internet edition of Medpage Today, a widely read online medical professional website entitled “Did Alternative Medicine Kill Steve Jobs?” by a Colorado-based gynecologist named Michelle Berman, MD. Every once in a while, when one thinks that ...
Views: 1735(1 vote) - Natural Anti Aging Herbs - Herbal Supplements - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2011 from Jeramey ThompsonAging is a gradual changing process occurring in the life of a person. Genetic as well as environmental factors play great roles in this aging process. Signs shown as a result of aging process vary from person to person. Dry skin, fine wrinkles, hair loss, graying of hair and thinning of skin ...
Views: 1812 - Remedies for Dry Nose-Neti Pots and Dry Nose Oil - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Sinus SupportColds and Airline Flights Ever wonder why you’re more susceptible to a cold after a long flight? It could be all those people crammed into a small space, but what pushes us over the edge is the low humidity. Once in flight, the humidity drops into the teens and our moist nasal membranes ...
Views: 2412 - Cancer Management at Vedanta Ayurveda - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Dr. Ramniwas PrasherCancer Management at Vedanta Ayurveda Integral care of cancer is possible thru Ayurveda that target the disease process & improve the available natural healing power of the person The incidences of various types of cancers are increasing so much that The Cancer war was declared in 1971 by ...
Views: 1390(1 vote) - The Sinus Salt You Use in Neti Pots Makes a Difference - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Sinus SupportYears ago a buyer from one of our stores called us and said “I love your neti pot, but why are you using the bright, white stuff?” – referring to the sinus salt I had packaged with our neti pot. I hadn’t a clue what he was talking about so he explained. “If a salt is bright and white and ...
Views: 1955 - Ayurvedic herbs are quite effective in the treatment of ascites - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Khatore PharmaceuticalsAscites is accumulation of fluid in the peritoneal cavity. Ascites is caused very commonly due to cirrhosis and severe liver disease. Sometimes the fluid buildup is mild and cannot be detected externally. But in extreme cases, the fluid builds up to such a large extent that it causes severe ...
Views: 4228 - Vedanta Integral Health Care Systems - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2011 from Dr. Ramniwas PrasherStudies conform the ancient health techniques described in Indian medical literatures. Vedic lifestyle can be a potent preventive measure. The Indian system of detoxification and healing for senses-mind-spirit is yoga and for body is Ayurveda. VEDANTA AYURVEDA developed a unique training ...
Views: 1549 - Ayurveda Panchakarma Treatments - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2011 from Tia MargaretIn Ayurveda Panchakarma is an important treatment. Panchakarma is a purifying therapy to improve the metabolic process through food and herbal medicines. Panchakarma treatment is mainly used to balance the tri-Doshas that are vatha pitha and kapha. Vamana (vomiting), virechana(purging), ...
Views: 1889 - Ayurveda – It Will Renew Your Body, Mind and Soul - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2011 from Priyanka TiwariYou are fed up with the day to day mechanical life in this world and want to decrease your stress levels. The condition will become worst when you are linked to the big projects and you have to tour from one country of the world to another. You need rejuvenation so that every cell of your body ...
Views: 942 - Osteoarthritis Relief - with Ayurveda - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Janiel ShokOsteoarthritis is a bone and joint disease that mainly afflicts the elderly, but can start to cause noticeable problems in middle age or for those who've experienced a joint injury in the past. Osteoarthritis is actually a combination of two conditions - arthritis, which means joint ...
Views: 1460 - Dealing with Sleep disturbances while working in shifts –An ayurveda view - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriOur body functions like hormone release, body temperature, sleep-wake cycles etc, are caused due to Circadian rhythm which intern controlled by our biological clock. Circadian rhythms are responses of living beings for its surrounding environment, primarily to light and darkness. This rhythm ...
Views: 1658(2 votes) - LIVE RIGHT,STOP CANCER... - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from DR Gaurang JoshiLIVE RIGHT, STOP CANCER . . It Is a matter of concern to see a steady rise in cancers among women in recent years. It is unfortunate that women in their 30s, who do not have any family history, are suffering from cancers unlike in the old days when cancer was considered an age-related ...
Views: 1710(1 vote) - Amalaki - Indian Gooseberry - Rich source of Vitamin C - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Neal KAmalaki, Indian Gooseberry or Amla is the richest source of Vitamin C in its natural form. It is a powerful anti-oxidant and rejuvenator and is considered an important herb in Ayurveda. The little light green fruit grows in the Himalayan mountain ranges. Amalaki has many health ...
Views: 2309 - The Basic Causes for Health and Disease: Ayurveda - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Eugenio RouxThe basic causes for health and disease Whenever a discussion is held about a disease, the mostly enquired matter is its aetiology. Ayurvedic science has beautifully explained cause of a disease. It covers ...
Views: 1368 - Knowing the Sages: Ayurveda - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Eugenio RouxVAAGBHATA INTRODUCTION Ayurvedic medicine originated in the early civilizations of India some 3000-5000yrs ago. It is mentioned in the Vedas , the ancient religious texts that are the oldest surviving literature in the world which makes Ayurveda the oldest treatise on longevity . There are ...
Views: 2655 - Ayurvedic Formulations and the Aim of Ayurveda - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Eugenio RouxThe two basic aims of Ayurveda are prevention and curing of diseases. Both the preventive and curative aspects can be achieved mainly through the apt use of various drugs. In order to yield better result various drugs are used in combination with others. To be more specific to the condition of ...
Views: 2770 - Raising a Child with Ayurveda - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Eugenio Roux"When the first baby laughed for the first time, the laugh broke into a thousand pieces and they all went skipping about, and that was the beginning of fairies. And now when every new baby is born its first laugh becomes a fairy. So there ought to be" -James Matthew Barrie creator of Peter ...
Views: 2527(1 vote) - Ayurveda and its components: Ashtangas - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2011 from Eugenio RouxAyurveda is a health science that emphasizes the maintenance of health and prevention of stress and diseases through proper understanding of in depth underpinnings. For the proper understanding of this science lord brahma has classified Ayurvedic science into eight branches..Ashta means eight ...
Views: 3305 - What you can learn from fat burners reviews? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Alton ThomrtFat burners are said to provide instant relief from obesity but you need to know which fat burner is best suitable for you. Reading fat burners reviews is a good idea to determine whether these are good for you or not. There are websites that allow users to write reviews on weight control pills ...
Views: 994 - Ayurveda medicinal properties of Ksheerabala oil - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriKsheerabala oil (taila) is recommended by ayurvedic physicians for body massage. It has innumerable medicinal properties by virtue of its ingredients and method of preparation. Ksheerabala oil or ksheerabala thailam contains the herb Bala (Sida cordifolia), Milk and pure sesame oil. First ...
Views: 4053 - Brahmi (Bacopa Monnieri) - The Natural Mental Stimulant - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2011 from Neal KBrahmi (Bacopa monnieri) - the Natural Mental Stimulant Brahmi is small shallow rooted creeper which grows in marshy wetlands all over the Indian sub-continent. It is rich in the alkaloids Brahmine, and herpestine and Vitamin C. The goodness of the Brahmi plant is contained in its leaves and ...
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