4 Ways of Hair Fall Treatments in Ayurveda

 Ayurvedic
Oct 112020
 

by Aundh Shathayu

October 12, 2020

Topics: Ayurveda

Increasingly, people are turning to natural hair loss remedies as they look for thinning hair. This has an obvious appeal for many hair fall sufferers. The most popular ingredients of natural hair fall treatments include Ayurveda therapies, natural packs and herbal supplements and medicines in few cases.

Without going deeply into cause of hair fall, if we take general conditions, It is becoming increasingly evident that poor nutrition and modern lifestyles can have a negative impact on health, and hair loss is no exception. Like your skin, your hair also needs nutrition from the inside out. If your diet is deficient in hair-friendly foods, or your digestion is not efficient then it definitely leads to thinning and cutting of hairs, fall from the root and finally the baldness. Start eating healthy balanced food to have a healthy and shining hair. This can be achieved by

  • Eating adequate amounts of natural protein.
  • Eating appropriate levels of useful carbohydrates.
  • Achieving a healthy balance of dietary fats.
  • Adding supplements and antioxidants in food form.

The hair fall treatments outlined here cannot provide definitive cures for all hair loss conditions, as some may be because of other health issues like PCOS, hypothyroid, menopause, post pregnancy  or hormonal imbalances which has to be considered separately.

Ayurveda focuses on  four basic approaches for hair fall:

Head massage with Medicated oil

Head massage with oils like Brigaraja taila, Kayyunyadi, Neelibringadi, Bramhi taila and many more oils  helps to increase circulation to scalp and keeping it moist. This helps in reversing the hair fall which will be best alternative pre-wash hair conditioner Weekly oil massage for head is another simple solution to hair fall.

External Destress therapy -Shirodhara

Shirodhara, with the  medicated hair oil  treatment  not only stimulate hair growth, but also treat stress. Arrest hair fall and nourish scalp. Hair roots can be strengthened by Brahmi taila and the massage improves blood circulation which intends hair growth.

Herbal Hair Packs

Herbal pack application along with oil massage and steam for head. Pastes for local application over scalp like Bhringpushadi lepa, Mandoor bhasma, amlaki churna, japapushpa, triphala, Aloevera, Hibiscus  are used to reduce hair fall. This can be combined differently for hair fall along with  grey hairs as well as dandruff.

Panchakarma Nasya

In the Intense Hair fall cases panchakarma advised is Nasya (nasal drop) – Ayurveda recommends  that everybody should take nasal drops of Anu taila every year during the rainy, autumn and spring season. Along with many other benefits, it prevents hair fall and also accelerates the growth of hair. Nasya therapy nourishes hair follicles which strengthen the hair and reduce falling.

In Ayurveda, Rejuvenation -‘Rasayana Chikitsa’ is carried out for overall health benefits and age reversing process. This program focuses on the restoring complete health  along with reversing hair fall and arresting greying of hairs if done properly .

Finally healthy and vibrant hair helps a lot in improvement of personality. Therefore, to stay hair in healthy state is entirely duty of person, because just like face, hair is additionally a mirror of healthy state of body. One can use Natural ways to keep healthy hair.

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HEEL PAIN MANAGEMENT IN AYURVEDA

 Ayurvedic
Oct 032020
 

by Aundh

October 3, 2020

Topics: Ayurveda

‘50 year-old female patient Mrs Vandana  presented to our clinic with a history of heel pain that had started 6 months ago and making her difficulty to get and walk early morning and do her routine activity. The pain was intermittent and increased with sport activities such as walking, or long standing. She felt the pain as stabbing pain at  bottom of her feet that can be felt when she first stands up in the morning or during the initial steps of walking after sitting for a prolonged period. ‘

PLANTAR HEEL PAIN is the most prevalent complaint in adults with foot related pains. Patients present with severe pain at the plantar region of the heel on raising from the bed and placing the foot on the ground. Pain is severe with first steps on rising in the morning and even after the prolonged time of inactivity worsens when they walk barefoot or climb stairs or walk for a long time.

Factors that contribute to the risk of developing heel pain

  • Excess weight/obesity
  • Ill-fitting shoes
  • Increasing age
  • Patients with flat foot / high arch foot
  • High heeled and hard sole footwear.

How calcaneal spur is formed and what we need to look?

A calcaneal spur, is an abnormal bone outgrowth at the inferior part of the calcaneus, which is the most common site of bony spur occurrence and being common cause of heel pain.

Time of day when pain occurs, current shoe wear, type of activity level both at work and leisure, and history of trauma needs to be looked into.

How to manage Heel pain at home ?

In most cases, mild or moderate heel pain can be treated successfully with shoe padding and strapping of the foot, therapeutic orthotic insoles, stretching and physical therapy. Application of Ayurveda muscle relaxant pain oils, hot fomentation helps to reduce the intensity of the pain.

How to manage heel pain through Ayurveda ?

Vatakantaka (HEEL PAIN) as per Ayurveda is a painful condition of heel due to improper placement of foot on the ground or by walking over an irregular surface. This can be correlated to a calcaneal spur which is a calcium deposit causing a bony protrusion on the underside of the heel bone often frequently associated with plantar fasciitis, a painful inflammation of the fibrous band of connective tissue.

  • Initial treatment options may include padding  and using therapeutic orthotic insoles
  • Avoidance of flat shoes and barefoot walking, limitation of high-impact physical activities.
  • Patients usually have a clinical response within 6 weeks of initiation of treatment,with eliminate the inflammatory process, and to reduce tension and pain on the plantar fascia
  • During the acute inflammatory phase, local anti-inflammatory herbal pack is applied as lepa.
  • For chronic conditions combination of internal medications with guggulu kalpas and along with anti-inflammatory medications, Istika sweda special kind of steam for this condition is beneficial.

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10 Ways to Implement Ayurveda in Everyday Life

 Ayurvedic
Mar 162020
 

by Dr Nitesh Khonde

March 16, 2020

Topics: Ayurveda

It is a natural tendency to associate Ayurveda with herbs and minerals, but this is not true. This is because Ayurveda concerns your diet, your lifestyle, the environment that you live in and the state of your mental health. Ayurveda guides how to modify your lifestyle and optimize body functions. In Ayurveda lot of importance is given to mental health as it plays an important role in determining your physical health. Ayurveda benefits in everyday life are such that you need to look at ways to implement it in your daily life.

  1. Wake up early – Ayurveda says that you should rise before dawn at 4:30 – 5:00 AM. This is the purest and most fresh time of the day. Waking up at this time will help you to remain positive and energetic throughout the day. 
  2. Eat an ayurvedic diet – If you want Ayurveda benefits in everyday life then it is advisable to emphasize more on seasonally fresh and organic vegetables and fruits along with whole grains and legumes. Stay away from processed, oily or junk food.
  3. Start your day with honey water – For this, you need to add one teaspoon honey in half a pint of water and drink it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. This will aid in clearing the toxins from your body. 
  4. Get sufficient sleep – The body needs time to detoxify and rejuvenate and the best time for this is when you are sleeping. If you get good quality and enough sleep then the inner cells work in harmony and it will strengthen your immune system and circulate energy throughout your body.
  5. Take a walk every day – Walking is simple and yet the best form of exercise. The best time to take a walk is early morning.
  6. Follow a schedule – Make a schedule of all the things that you need to do during the day and stick to it. This will create a mental, emotional and physical balance in your life.
  7. Eliminate toxins – As soon as you wake up the attempt to clear the toxins from the body in the form of urine or stools. Do not delay the activity of excretion because this will add toxins to your body.
  8. Drink a lot of water – If you drink plenty of water every day then it will aid in flushing out the toxins from the body faster. It will also ensure the smooth running of the digestive system which is good for overall well being.
  9. Oil massage – Massaging yourself with oil every day is a good way to activate your muscles and it will also prevent wrinkles and other damage due to aging. It is also a good way to activate your muscles and ensure that you remain energetic throughout the day.
  10. Meditation – Some form of meditation is necessary to keep your mental health intact and this, in turn, will ensure that you remain physically healthy.

These simple activities will help you to gain Ayurveda benefits in everyday life. They will keep you mentally, emotionally and physically healthy and ensure that you stay safe from many lifestyle ailments.

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Ayurveda – An Answer To Every Chronic Pain

 Ayurvedic
Feb 192020
 

What is arthritis or chronic joint pain?

Arthritis is a condition that affects the joints and surrounding tissues. It can be your knees, shoulders, spine, wrist or even fingers. It includes pain and stiffness in muscles that may worsen at a growing age. Two common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. These conditions affect the joints, wherein an inflammation can occur resulting in immobility and severe pain.

Ayurvedic Treatment For Chronic Knee Pain

Chronic knee pain or osteoarthritis is a condition that is not just faced by the elderly but also by today’s generation. It is developing into a serious problem due to our lifestyle, food, and a lack of exercise. It is the most common form of arthritis, affecting about 237 million (3.3% of the total population of our country), amongst these about 10% of males and 18% of females affected are over 60 years old.

In reality, arthritis isn’t one but almost 200 different rheumatoid diseases that affect the joints. The biggest downside of having arthritis is that it can severely impede a person’s ability to perform routine tasks. The few most common forms of arthritis include inflammatory arthritis, degenerative or mechanical arthritis, metabolic arthritis, infectious arthritis, connective tissue disease, septic arthritis, childhood arthritis, gout, and fibromyalgia. Therefore, it is important to chart out a proper plan for treating this condition.

How Ayurveda is the answer?

Ayurveda is an ancient form of medication, which uses nutrients, exercise & meditation altogether to encourage good health. Combining certain nutrients and other supplements with modern medicine may be beneficial in treating arthritis.

Ayurvedic Treatment For Chronic Joint Pain

According to Ayurveda, excess air and hyperactive immune system cause inflammation and pain. But when you balance excess air and immune system, inflammation and pain normally mitigate. Hence, it is necessary to balance the doshas in order to get complete relief from this condition. Doshas are predominantly made of 5 elements – Earth, Water, Air, Space & Fire. These doshas are essential vital energies behind every bodily function and structure.

Panchakarma – a complete solution

Ayushakti Ayurved has been serving people worldwide with its proven herbal remedies and authentic ancient treatment methods. Ayushakti & treatment fundamentals for chronic problems include:

  • Activating Agni (metabolism & digestion)
  • Removing toxins (Aama) & imbalances (Doshas), thereby creating a balance
  • Healing the affected tissues
  • Relieving the chronic symptoms through herbs

Ayushakti suggests the use of Panchakarma in relieving chronic pain, caused by knee arthritis. According to a study conducted by Ayushakti, there was a 60% definite chronic pain reduction, for those who were undergoing the treatment. Panchakarma therapies like Vamana, Virechana, Basti (Anuvasana+Niruha), Nasya, and Raktmokshana, are really beneficial for a successful treatment.

Summary of a 6-months clinical study on the efficacy of Ayushakti herbal remedies vs Ayushkati’s Arthrox Panchkarma in the treatment of Osteoarthritis:

REDUCTION IN SYMPTOMS GROUP I PAINKILLER DEPENDENT– PAINMUKTI MJ, SANDHICAL & PAINMUKTI CREAM GROUP II AYUSHAKTI HERBS AND ARTHROX TREATMENT
Reduction in Knee pain 60.93% 77.95%
Relief in crepitus sound 66.7% 87.76%
Reduction in overall joint pain 65.71% 76.92%
Improved range of movements – sitting, walking, standing 60.78% 78.57%
Reduction in joint stiffness and improved knee mobility 70.45% 95.83%
Reduction in joint swelling, joint effusion 74.35% 95.74%
Able to climb stairs 46.94% 76%

Panchakarma & Ayushakti’s Herbal Medicines are a perfect combo for tackling Arthritis as a problem. After the age of 45-50, your body should receive a minimum intake of 1000mg Calcium through your food, to maintain a healthy bone density & prevent degeneration. Painmukti MJ Tablet & Painmukti Sandhi-cal are an excellent mixture of Ayurvedic herbal extracts and natural calcium. It effectively reduces osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, joint pain & swelling of knees and ankles. The final aspect of Panchakarma treatment is lubrication therapies, which restores flexibility to the dried up muscles and joints.

Joint Pain Ayurvedic Medicines By Ayushakti Ayurved

This arthritis treatment in India has benefitted hundreds of people over the last 28 years. The research that backs up this treatment method proves that the removal of deep-rooted toxins and blockages from the joints and muscles is the key aspect of Panchakarma & Arthrox. It promotes healthy, strong and flexible joints naturally.

Vaidya Smita Naram, the founder of Ayushakti Ayurved and world-renowned Ayurveda expert shared, “Panchakarma is a complete solution for reducing chronic pain in knee osteoarthritis and the increasing knee joint pain as well.” She has to her credit 200+ formulations for different ailments. Ayushakti’s products are clinically proven and published in peer-reviewed international journals for its effectiveness in the treatment of pain management and bronchial Asthma.

Home remedies to get relief from joint pain

Apart from the treatment, Ayurveda’s principles also imply that – Food is medicine and an important source of our life. How you eat is as important as what you eat, because the quality of digestion is affected by the condition of the mind, the emotion, and the environment.

If you are suffering from chronic pain, stop consuming dairy products, meat, wheat, fermented food etc. Calcium supplements or bone nourishing foods are the ideal options for treating this condition. Take any of the two from the below list daily, which provides 600 to 800 mg calcium naturally:

  • Spinach – 1 cup
  • Sesame seeds 2 tablespoons of tahini
  • Flax seeds powder – 1 tablespoon
  • Amaranth/nachni – 100gm made in porridge form
  • 10 almonds or 2 tablespoons almond paste
  • 1 cup milk

Another simple remedy that you can try at your home:

  • 1 tsp turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Coriander seed powder
  • 1/2 tsp Fenugreek powder
  • 1/2 tsp Dry Ginger Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Carom (Again) seed powder
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic paste

Mix all together in a half glass of water & have it twice a day. This will help in reducing chronic pain & inflammation.

Overall, Ayurveda has a different approach to pain relief. The lifestyle elements of Ayurveda such as positive relations, nurturing emotions, massage therapy, rest, and diet are some of the means to rebalance, rejuvenate, and purify the mind/body variables that lower our pain sensitivity. Ayushakti’s authentic powerful herbal treatments have successfully helped lakhs of people, around 108 countries for the past 32 years. Visit http://bit.ly/2ymARan to book your appointment online.

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Ayurveda and its benefits

 Ayurvedic
Jan 092020
 

by Indian Vaidyas

January 9, 2020

Topics: Ayurveda

As per various sources, Ayurveda was started around 6000 BCE; however, according to other concepts, Ayurveda has existing since Indus valley civilization. In Indian Vedas, Ayurveda has been recorded a medical text as a health care tradition.

Ayurveda is one of the worlds’ ancient holistic medical therapy for the whole body. Which has a deep belief that a healthy body and wellness depend on a balance between body, mind, and soul? Ayurveda believes that all things are composed of five basic elements: — earth, fire, space, water, and air, which are known as “doshas.”

According to the Vedas, the human body has been divided between three-part:

  1. Vata doshas: A combination of air and space
  2. Pitta doshas: A combination of fire and water.
  3. Kapha dosha: A combination of water and earth.

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Ayurveda’s take on the concept of eating raw food

 Ayurvedic
Dec 162019
 

Incurred more than 3,000 years ago, the essence of Ayurveda is based on the ancient thinking & the true meaning of health. Ayurveda has the capability of relieving the symptoms of certain diseases. It is the herbal remedy that balances the wellness between mind & body.

Why Does Ayurveda Suggest Avoid Eating Raw Food | Raw Food Diet Guide

Ayurveda has its set norms that one should follow to have an active & healthy life. Ayurveda practices and home remedies have many beneficial properties, but it is a necessity to follow the diet as well. Nowadays, many people are following a trend of eating raw veggies as a part of their diet plan.

What is the concept of raw food diet?

The raw food is ideally completely uncooked, to preserve the nutrients & enzymes in its natural form. According to experts, uncooked food incorporates healthy nutrients & natural enzymes that are lost if the food gets cooked. It is said that raw food helps in losing weight and to stay fit. Cooked food makes detoxification harder than that of raw food, which helps in relieving headaches, allergies, etc.

What does Ayurveda say about eating raw food?

As per Ayurveda, eating raw food can cause problems like improper digestive functioning, food poisoning, kidney issues, bowel movement issues and many more. Ayurveda advises to eat cooked or at least partially cooked food for maintaining good health. Food like fruits, nuts and some selective vegetables like cucumber, carrots, and radishes can be eaten raw, but some need to be cooked.

What are the benefits of cooked food?

  • Cooked food gives us multiple benefits such as:
  • Cooked food is easy to digest
  • Warm food helps with smooth blood flow to your gut
  • Cooked food breaks down easily and aids in proper nutrients absorption
  • A cooked food kills bacteria that prevent food poisoning

Ayushakti suggests eating cooked or partially cooked food for better health and also to avoid certain digestive issues, nutrient deficiencies, etc. along with incorporating healthy food habits like including salads in a daily diet, washing leafy vegetables properly, having small meals at alternate hours, etc. Ayushakti also recommends detoxification once every six months, which will help in rejuvenating the body.

Visit the nearest Ayushakti clinic to get the best diet plan as per your body needs. Ayushakti has a team of Ayurveda experts who will guide you with the best suitable diet plans that will help you to stay fit and healthy. Contact us on our toll-free numbers 18002663001 (India) & +18002800906 (Global) or email us at info@ayushakti.com for more details.

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Migraine – Ayurveda cures upto 80%

 Ayurvedic
Dec 012019
 

by Dr Shallu Garg

December 1, 2019

Topics: Ayurveda

Migraine

Its type of headache only but characterized by recurrent attacks of Headaches. These headaches may vary from moderate to severe. Typically, the headaches affect one half of the head. These headaches are pulsating in nature, and last from 2 hour to 72 hours.

Associated symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light, sound, or smell.

Some people experience a specific warning ‘aura’ or signs such as weakness in one side of the body, flashing lights, numbness and blind spot in one eye. An aura can mimic the symptoms of stroke and can be extremely frightening, especially for people who had never expericed the aura before this at any time.

Causes of Migraine

As per Ayurveda The migraine is caused due to imbalance in Tridoshas. Depending upon imbalanced Dosha Migraine can be of three types:

  • Vata imbalanced migraine:  It is caused due to Constipation, Gastric.
  • Pita imbalanced migraine:   It is caused due to severe Acidity or Hyper Acidity
  • Kapha imbalanced migraine: It is caused due to blockage of nose or sinusitis. With a sinus headache, you’ll feel pressure around your eyes, cheeks, and forehead, and you may think you have a sinus infection.

Migraine treatment

Causes of Migraine:-

  • Emotional triggers: Stress, depression, anxiety, excitement, and shock
  • Physical causes: Tiredness and insufficient sleep
  • Excess Travels  like Jet Lags

Line of Treatment in Ayurveda :-

The treatment for migraine headaches are completely dependent upon the type imbalanced Tridoshas i.e. Vata , Pitta , Kapha.

Shaman herbal medicines given according to Imbalanced Dosha.

Shodhan – Purification Panchkarma Procedures like Nasyam, Shirodhara, Shirovasthi, ShiroPichu

Nidaan Parivarjan – Dietary Recommendations

Typically for Vata Migraine /Shirashool – Basti/Enema , Pitta Shirashool – Virechan , Kapha Shirashool – Vamana is recommended

To discuss more about the migraine and its treatment in Ayurvedic way please book the appointment with doctor.

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Ayurveda a Wellness Program

 Ayurvedic
Aug 292019
 

by Gagori Mitra

August 29, 2019

Topics: Ayurveda

Ayurveda is the branch of science which deals with natural products coming from the core of forest providing benefits to human bodies. the word “Ayurveda” describes itself as “ayur” in Sanskrit means long life and on the other hand “Veda” stands for Indian ancient beliefs and remedies provided by the ‘gurus’ it did not consist of any chemicals which can harm the human skin, years of research proved that it is beneficial for the human mind and body relaxes the muscles. Ayurveda teaches us that our body is made up of five natural elements like fire, water, earth, air and quintessence Ayurveda helps to rejuvenate the inner energy of human body with the help of various types of massages and medicines we are known to that fact in ancient time or the era of Ramayana and Mahabharata the ved (homeopathic doctor) easily cure the pain and bruises through natural herbs like tulsi, ginger, turmeric and more our parents and grandparents also tell us about the turmeric benefits in bruises, injury, fractures and scratches it helps to heal the tissue quickly so that the it cannot be infected and causes more pain.

Ayurveda teaches us to maintain our body balance through different Ayurveda training courses, we can learn those Techniques to spread the benefits of Ayurveda all over the world, nowadays it’s reaching a top position in market because people are exposed to many different types of illness which can’t be cured by science and chemical components When they came across the benefits of Ayurveda and with the beneficial results it started gaining popularity in the market and many business are now promoting Ayurveda or Ayurvedic products. So it is important to protect our environment because forests are the source or provider of Ayurvedic products, without clean air to breathe it’s impossible to be healthy and free from diseases. Ayurveda also helps to make our skin glowing by providing Different types beauty products for skin and hair the results are impressive and demanded by the consumers which lead to profitable business. Many different types of organization or institutes in India also provide Ayurveda learning through various paid courses, these courses are beneficial in providing knowledge of Ayurveda to youth of India or foreign students also showing interest in these courses.

Ayurveda makes a deep impact to the users by providing useful product and services, for those people who wanted to learn about Ayurveda there are different types of Ayurveda training courses centre or institute provides various types of paid courses on Ayurveda massages, acupressure, homeopathic medicines and more. There is growing range of pharmaceutical companies which provides Ayurvedic medicines because it is the demand of audience not only in India but also in the foreign markets; Ayurveda becomes one of the popular subjects in market due to its various benefits to the users and successful results. Nowadays people started adding healthy and nutritious foods in their everyday meal because they are conscious about their health and this is one of the puling factors to Ayurveda, in Ayurvedic diet herbal tea is rich in antioxidants and maintain the balance of body.

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Thyroid Nodules & Its Ayurvedic Treatment | Ayushakti Ayurveda

 Ayurvedic
Jul 182019
 

A lump in the thyroid, the butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the neck. Thyroid nodules are solid or fluid-filled lumps that form within your thyroid, a small gland located at the base of your neck, just above your breastbone.

Ayurvedic Treatment for Thyroid Nodules

Symptoms :

The most common of these symptoms is a lump in the neck followed by a sense of mass while swallowing. Very rarely, nodules may cause pain or discomfort. Occasionally, however, some nodules become so large that they can-

  • Be felt
  • Be seen, often as a swelling at the base of your neck
  • Press on your windpipe or esophagus, causing shortness of breath or difficulty swallowing

In some cases, thyroid nodules produce additional thyroxine, a hormone secreted by your thyroid gland. The extra thyroxine can cause symptoms of hyperthyroidism such as-

  • Unexplained weight loss
  • Increased perspiration
  • Tremor
  • Nervousness
  • Rapid or irregular heartbeat

Ayushakti’s approach is to improve the metabolism and balance the immune system which creates thyroid hormone balance naturally and reduces anti thyroid antibody. The diet, lifestyle, herbs and detox therapies help relieve all the hypothyroid symptoms like panic, exhaustion, bloating of the body, indigestion, nervousness and anxiety, dryness of skin and hair etc.  

Ayushakti’s Detox Treatment is a combination of therapies that helps to improve the metabolism faster, balancing hormones, reduces inflammation and improve overall energy levels. After taking the treatment you will feel no weakness, balanced and stable state of mind and improved sleep quality. Further continuing with the herbs helps maintain normal thyroid functions and overall health for long term even after discontinuing the treatments.

Herbal Medicines Recommended By Ayushakti’s Doctors For Thyroid Ayurvedic Treatment:

  • Ojas
  • Granthihar
  • Suhruday

To balance Thyroid function naturally, Ayushakti recommends detox treatment with customized diet plan. Ayushakti Ayurved has 30 years of excellence in providing proven health services worldwide with 100% Safe and Effective Ayurvedic Products.

To know more about Ayushakti’s Thyroid Treatment, click on http://www.ayushakti.com or you can also book your appointments by contacting us on our toll-free numbers 18002663001 (India); 18002800906 (Global). You can also email us your queries on info@ayushakti.com

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Ayurvedic Treatment For Hyperthyroidism | Ayushakti Ayurveda

 Ayurvedic
Jul 082019
 

Hyperthyroidism is a metabolic disorder, characterized by the excessive production of thyroxin by the thyroid gland. The increased metabolism causes loss of weight and symptoms such as trembling and sweating of hands.

Hyperthyroidism | Ayurvedic Treatment For Thyroid

SOME COMMON CAUSES SYMPTOMS OF HYPERTHYROIDISM

  • Graves’ Disease

Graves Disease | Ayurvedic Medicine For Thyroid

The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves’ disease. The thyroid gland itself over-produces thyroid hormone and is no longer able to respond to the pituitary and hypothalamus. Graves’ disease is five times more common in women and runs in families. Risk factors for Graves’ disease include smoking, viral illnesses, radiation to the neck, and medications. The condition is associated with an eye disease called Graves’ ophthalmopathy and skin lesions called dermopathy. Diagnosis of Graves’ disease is made by blood tests, and a nuclear medicine thyroid scan.

  • Functioning adenoma (“hot nodule”) and Toxic Multinodular Goiter (TMNG)

Functioning Adenoma & Toxic Multinodular Goiter

When the thyroid gland tissue overgrows, either in individual nodules (the functioning adenoma) or in multiple clusters (multinodular goiter), it is generally termed “goiter.” Goiters appear as large, swollen areas in the front of the neck near the Adam’s apple. These goiters may over-produce thyroid hormone, causing symptoms of hyperthyroidism.

  • Excessive intake of thyroid hormones

Excessive intake of thyroid medicines | Causes of Thyroid

Hyperthyroidism may be caused by the intake of too much thyroid medication. Supplemental thyroid medication is given to patients who have low thyroid hormone, or hypothyroidism. If the dose is not correct or the patient takes too much of the medication, hypothyroidism may occur. Some people may abuse thyroid hormone medications in an attempt to lose weight. Taking thyroid hormones, the body does not need may result in hyperthyroidism.

  • Abnormal secretion of TSH

Abnormal secretion of TSH | Ayurvedic Treatment For Thyroid

Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) is secreted by the pituitary gland and causes the thyroid gland to produce thyroid hormone. A tumor or problem with the pituitary gland can cause and excess of TSH to affect the thyroid and can result in hyperthyroidism.

  • Thyroiditis (inflammation of the thyroid gland)

Inflammation of the thyroid gland | Symptoms of Thyroid

Thyroiditis is inflammation of the thyroid. It is usually caused by a viral illness. The patient may have generalized neck pain, sore throat, fever, chills, and a tender thyroid. The inflammation of the thyroid causes an increased amount of thyroid hormone to be secreted into the body, causing hyperthyroidism. After pregnancy, some women – up to 8% – may develop a condition called lymphocytic thyroiditis where white blood cells called lymphocytes accumulate in the glandular tissue. Thyroiditis can be diagnosed with blood tests and a thyroid scan.

  • Excessive iodine intake

Excessive iodine intake | Causes of Thyroid

An important component of thyroid hormone is iodine. If an excess of iodine is ingested the thyroid may over-produce thyroid hormone and cause hyperthyroidism. Some medications such as such as the anti-arrhythmic drug amiodarone (Cordarone) contain large amounts of iodine and can induce thyroid dysfunction.

Ayushakti’s ayurvedic treatment for hyperthyroidism aims to control its symptoms and prevent them from getting severe. Ayurveda strives to cure the root cause or pathology of hyperthyroidism i.e. Grave’s disease. Stress, smoking, exposure of neck to radiation, certain medications and persistent viral infections can precipitate Grave’s disease.

Some common symptoms of hyperthyroidism is a rapid heartbeat (tachycardia). The feeling of a racing heart and/or palpitations can be distressing to patients.

SYMPTOMS OF HYPERTHYROIDISM

  • Excessive hunger
  • Frequent bowel movements
  • Nervousness
  • Intolerance towards heat
  • Difficulty to concentrate
  • Scanty or irregular menstruation
  • Fatigue
  • Weight loss
  • Sleeplessness
  • Excessive sweating
  • Tremors in extremities

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR HYPERTHYROIDISM

According to Ayurveda, impaired digestion of food leads to blockage of the minute channels in the body causing an imbalance in the function of the thyroid gland. Hyperthyroidism reflects profound derangement of Vata and Pitta Doshas. The two vitiated Doshas overstimulate the gastric fire which leads to excessive hunger. Vayu has dynamic, light and unstable properties. Escalation of dynamic and unstable characteristics causes tremors in the extremities, sleeplessness, nervousness and difficulty to concentrate the mind. It is also marked by frequent bowel movement and irregular menstruation. The increased lightness of Vayu makes the body lighter (because of weight loss). Since Pitta is basically hot, the patient has excessive sweating and intolerance towards heat.

DIET & LIFESTYLE ADVICE TO FOLLOW

  • Include enough quantity of milk, pure ghee and milk products in food.
  • Eat fresh fruits like banana and melons, and dry fruits like dates and walnuts, which reduce aggravated Vata and Pitta.
  • Yoga, Pranayama and meditation also help in reigning over aggravated Vata and Pitta.

Ayushakti’s approach is to improve the metabolism and balance the immune system which creates thyroid hormone balance naturally and reduces anti thyroid antibody.  The diet, lifestyle, herbs and detox therapies help relieve all the hypothyroid symptoms like panic, exhaustion, bloating of the body, indigestion, nervousness and anxiety, dryness of skin and hair etc.

To balance thyroid function naturally, Ayushakti recommends Detox Panchakarma Treatment with customized, balanced diet. Ayushakti Ayurved has 30 years of excellence in providing proven health services worldwide with 100% safe and effective ayurvedic products. You can book an appointment with us by calling on our toll-free numbers 1800 266 3001 (India) and 1800 280 0906 (Global) or by emailing us at info@ayushakti.com

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Ayurveda perspective on Hypothyroidism and it’s treatment | Thyroid Treatments in Ayurveda

 Ayurvedic
Jun 102019
 

These days, symptoms like fatigue, unexpected weight gain, intolerance to cold, muscle aches and cramps, poor appetite or Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland) are very common among men and women. If you are having any of these symptoms, there are high chances that you might be suffering from Hypothyroidism, commonly known as ‘Thyroid.’ According to Ayurveda, the thyroid is located in the 6th tissue level or Majjadhatu and butterfly gland is controlled by Pitta Dosha. Pitta is responsible for all of the metabolic actions carried out by the thyroid gland.

Thyroid Hormones | Ayurvedic Treatment For Thyroid

Thyroid hormones control most metabolic processes in the body. They are produced by the thyroid gland located in the anterior (front) part of the neck. These hormones affect many organs and biochemical systems in your body.


Hypothyroidism | Thyroid Hormones | Ayurvedic Treatment For Thyroid

In Allopathy, Hypothyroidism is explained as Hashimoto’s disease which is an auto immune condition where your immune system attacks your thyroid. The thyroid gland is a part of your endocrine system, which produces hormones that coordinate many of your body’s functions.

As per Ayurveda, blockage in the Rasavaha Srotas as pituitary and thyroid and any other functions are part of Rasavaha system. Aama and Kapha blockage with Ojas imbalance creates under-active thyroid.

Initially, when TSH is higher but T3 T4 is good, doctor would always follow wait and watch approach. If you start Ayushakti’s ayurvedic treatment for thyroid at this stage, you can keep the thyroid function active, so that you will not need take any thyroid medication.

Some of the common symptoms of hypothyroidism & Hashimoto include:

  • Fatigue and sluggishness
  • Increased sensitivity to cold
  • Constipation
  • Pale, dry skin
  • A puffy face
  • Brittle nails
  • Hair loss
  • Enlargement of the tongue
  • Unexplained weight gain
  • Muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness
  • Joint pain and stiffness
  • Muscle weakness, Excessive or prolonged menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia)
  • Depression, Memory lapses

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR THYROID

Ayushakti’s approach to treat thyroid naturally is to improve the metabolism and balance the immune system which makes thyroid hormone balance naturally and reduces anti-thyroid antibody. The diet, life style, herbs and detox therapies help relieve all the hypothyroid symptoms like panic, exhaustion, bloating of the body, indigestion, nervousness and anxiety, dryness of skin and hair etc.

Ayurvedic Treatment For Hypothyroidism | Ayurvedic Treatment For Thyroid

To balance thyroid function naturally, Ayushakti recommends detox treatment with customized diet. In general, your food proportion should be 60% Vegetables, 30% protein and 10% carbohydrates. Food items like dairy products, red meat and wheat, sour and fermented foods should be completed stopped and you should include more of green vegetables and mung in your diet.

HOME REMEDIES TO CONTROL THYROID

One can also try the below mentioned home remedy to treat thyroid naturally.

  1. Make one glass juice from Carrot, beetroot, pomegranate or apple juice.
  2. Add one table spoon fresh turmeric juice or one teaspoon of turmeric powder with ¼ teaspoon of black pepper powder in it
  3. Drink this daily every morning on an empty stomach.

If you are suffering from severe thyroid, Ayushakti’s recommend herbs like Suhruday, Ojas, Niramay and Granthihar, which helps to balance thyroid.

Ojas (for immune balancing)- Contain extracts of herbs like Haldi, Guduchi, Yashtimadhu and Shatavari

Ayushakti Ojas | Ayurvedic Medicine For Thyroid | Ayushakti Herbal Medicines

Suhruday (for metabolic balance)- Contain herbs like Pushkarmool, Guggul, Amlavetas, Chitrak, Chavya, Arjun, Karchur and Jaharmohra Pisti

Ayushakti Suhruday | Ayurvedic Medicine For Thyroid | Ayushakti Herbal Medicines

Niramay (anti-oxidant)- Contain extracts of herbs like Brahmi, Ashwagandha, Yashtimadhu, Amlaki and Shunti

Ayushakti Niramay | Ayurvedic Medicine For Thyroid | Ayushakti Herbal Medicines

Granthihar (If there is inflammation and nodules)- Contain herbs like Shuddha Guggul, Kulinjan, Bharangi, Shunti, Punarnava, Kanchanar, Triphala and Trikatu

Ayushakti Granthihar | Ayurvedic Medicine For Thyroid | Ayushakti Herbal Medicines

These herbs as a combination helps to calm down and balance the immune system by improving Rasavaha Strotas functions as thyroid functions are part of Rasavaha channel. In just couple of months, most people experience reduction in swelling, good digestion, stable emotions. Within couple of years, they see positive change in their thyroid functions.

Ayushakti Ayurved has 30 years of excellence in providing proven health services worldwide with 100% safe and effective ayurvedic products.

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Integrated therapies like Ayurveda and Yoga can help treat kids with Autism

 Ayurvedic
Jan 162019
 
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There is an increased demand among the general public for the combined therapy, including Ayurveda, Yoga, Siddha and Homeopathy, for treating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), said recent reports.

The combined therapy for ASD was initiated at the Mahatma Gandhi Memorial Government Hospital (MGMGH) in Tamil Nadu, India, last September, and it has witnessed high demand among the general public ever-since, as at least 25 children with developmental disorders are being treated here every day.

Combined Therapy is a combination of therapies from Ayurveda, Siddha, Yoga, Naturopathy and Varma, and is a one-of-a-kind initiative in Tamil Nadu.

According to officials from AYUSH, the success of integrated therapy is the main reason for the increased demand and acceptance among people. According to the District Shiddha Medical Officer, Dr. S. Kamaraj, if a child with ASD is subjected to this therapy at a very young age (under three years of age), the chances of improvement is very high, and the child will be able to attend normal school by the age four or five, rather than having to go to a ‘special’ school.

When a child is brought for this integrated therapy, the procedure followed is that the child would be taught yoga, followed by mud therapy (using mud pack in eye and abdomen). This is done for improving blood circulation and strengthening of limbs. Thereafter, the child would be provided colour therapy, massage therapy and varma therapy for sensory stimulation.

After these therapies, the child would receive ayurvedic external therapies such as Panchakarma and Shirodhara for improving attention skills. These ayurvedic therapies are provided towards the end of treatment, as it requires a great deal of patience, and this needs to be taught to children with ASD.

Apart from Yoga and Ayurveda, medicines from Siddha and Homeopathy are also included during the course of therapy, as these together may help better the condition of the child, although this cannot be a permanent cure, experts said.

Meanwhile, according to doctors, one major challenge that they face here is that the children with ASD are brought for treatment only after the age of eight, as they refuse to admit that their children have ASD. But, it is important for parents to realize that the more they delay the treatment, the effectiveness of the therapy would also decrease considerably, said Yoga and Naturopathy doctor at MGMGH, Dr. Isai Amuthu.

Delay in speech is commonly seen in children with ASD, and therefore, if the right therapist is hired to provide this therapy too, the results would be best, he said.

Benefits of Ayurveda and Yoga for autistic children

Ayurveda believes that a child, diagnosed with ASD has an increased vata dosha, as the child exhibits symptoms such as difficulty focusing, restlessness, anxiety and trouble learning. Therefore, as part of ayurvedic treatment, a massage (preferably ‘Abhyanga’ or oil massage) is included as a morning routine, before a shower or bath, as it helps reduce excess vata and calms a restless child. When the oil is applied with long brisk strokes, it supports the brain functioning and sensory information. Through the touch and application of oil, the child becomes conscious of the position of his own body.

Although the research on benefits of yoga for those with ASD is still in progress, there are quite a few promising studies that are worth noting. One such study was published in the ‘Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine’.

The study examined the effect of yoga therapy for two months on children in the age group 8 to 14 years. While one group received daily yoga classes, in contrast to the control group. The yoga group showed positive changes in several areas including emotional sensitivity, social interaction, awareness and ability to self-regulate. The other positive change was improved eye contact and verbal communications that helped in interactions with other children and family members. Throughout the session, students were given a sense of safety and relaxation. The therapy sessions used strengthening poses like Trikonasana, Virabhadrasana, Sukhasana, and ‘om mantra’.

Postures such as ‘Shavasana’ help children to self-regulate and calm emotions. Towards the end of study, the yoga group children showed better posture, improved imitation skills and reduced self-stimulatory behaviors.

As children with ASD find it difficult to express themselves, and face problems with communication, majority of them are naturally aggressive, stressed and violent. Research on yoga and Ayurveda have shown that it helps such children considerably by reducing their anxiety levels and aggression. This is a unique mode of treatment, as it is not only effective in modifying their behavioural pattern, but, also helps channelize the extra energy in the right direction. In fact, it is a new mode of healing, as it totally springs out of Indian medicine, and the whole process, although it takes time, has shown effective results, suggest experts.

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Rejuvenate Yourself Daily with natural Ayurveda Rasayana programs

 Ayurvedic
Dec 052018
 

Rejuvenate Yourself Daily with natural Rasayana programs

Our bodies  constantly go through changes in their microcellular structures. Every day, millions of cells die and millions of new cells are born.  In other words, after every 10 to 15 years, you will have a new body. It is important for our bodies to replace aging cells and produce new cells constantly.   Rasayana programs play a vital role in helping our body achieve these goals.  Rsayana programs help you become healthy and look and feel younger !

Some Rasayana tips which you can follow easily at home. You should practice regularly these Rasayana/Rejuvenation programs.

  1.  Before breakfast, have one or two teaspoons of pure cow Ghee. You can have it with half glass of warm water o have it directly.  Ghee stimulates Agni, enhances metabolism and preserves mental and physical strength which lead to abundant energy and immunity.Ghee
  1. Around 3 in the afternoon have half a glass of white pumpkin juice with the juice of one fresh amla (Emblic fruit) and half a teaspoon of raw cane sugar or honey.  White pumpkin keep you energetic and fresh. Its very good for the brain.  it has the property to control Blood pressure, balance the emotions.  Relieves stress and anxiety remarkably.  While Amla improves your metabolism, improves appetite, relieves acidity.  Its Tridoshahar in Ayurveda.

white pumpkin juice

Detox programs once a year promotes vibrant health and vitality naturally

Apart from following this daily routine, undergoing detox programs once a year or every alternative year is the best and most effective rejuvenation program. Detox programs gets rid of all the toxins, heals and rejuvenates the body and revitalizes the mind and emotions.  Detox treatments prevent relapses of chronic health conditions.  Promotes healthy body mind and emotions.  You feel more energetic, freedom from illnesses and look younger than your age !

You must remember to consult an experienced Ayurvedic doctor to heal yourself with the help of Rasayana programs.

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Ayurveda, Yoga works to lower blood pressure naturally, say study

 Ayurvedic
Oct 172018
 
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Ayurveda and Yoga can help in lowering your blood pressure naturally and quickly, according to latest study.

According to experts, some tweaks in diet, lifestyle and exercise can go a long way in managing blood pressure levels.

In case you are a hypertension patient, with symptoms of high blood pressure, you should take measures to bring it down. The latest figures by the National Family Health Survey states that at least one in eight Indian suffers from high blood pressure in Indian. This lifestyle disease, also referred to as a ‘silent killer’ is rightly named so, as its symptoms can go unnoticed until it gets too late.

Just as is the case with other lifestyle diseases, you need to make a few changes to your lifestyle to protect yourself from this disease. Experts suggest that it is possible to reduce high blood pressure naturally at home. Ayurveda has effective treatments for high blood pressure and its management.

Ayurvedic Medicines

The Senior Director at Birla Ayurveda, Dr. Priyanka Sampat, suggests that Ayurvedic medicines like Sarpagandha, Jatamanasi and Amalaki can be helpful in high blood pressure regulation.

Dry ginger would be a good option if the shoot up in blood pressure is due to untimely food or eating refrigerated food. Herbs such as Malabar Nut (vasa), green potato (Parol) and Silk Cotton Tree (Katankari) can help in combating high blood pressure if it is caused due to poor diet.

In case of associated anxiety or stress, or acidic food intake, Shatavari, lotus and Sandalwood can help immensely.

According to Dr. Sampat, Panchakarma (the five therapies) that helps in clearing body off toxins, can be of great help.

Several psychological and somatic factors need to be taken into consideration when arriving at a treatment method for hypertension, said experts. Milk together with garlic, moringa (drumstick leaves) with honey is advised, similarly, a combination of gokshura, amla, arjuna bark powder decoction or milk preparation, Brahmi, Sarpagandha preparations and Giloy Shankapushpi are said to control blood pressure.

Diet

Along with medications, diet is essential to reduce hypertension. Ayurvedic doctors advise patients to avoid excess spicy, sour and salty foods as it can elevate high body temperature, Similarly, ready-to-eat preparations, breads made of refined flour and pickles should be avoided. Untimely food habits, excessive eating after sunset, and eating refrigerated food items should be avoided.

Include whole wheat, moong, fruits, ghee, garlic and milk into your diet. Consume only warm and fresh food and avoid over eating. Have an early dinner, and try and include sweet, bitter and astringent foods as they help in clearing pitta and reducing pitta impurities.

It is best to adhere to fat and oil-free diet, as it may aggravate vata and kapha in the body. Drink sufficient water at specified intervals, include more greens in your diet, consume plenty of drumsticks, tomatoes, flaxseeds, carrots, watermelon, red cabbage, beetroot, apple and water melon.

Yoga

Some specific yoga postures can help you greatly in maintaining normal blood pressure levels. These include Pranayama, Anuloma Viloma, Shavasana, Veerabhadrasana, Vajrasana, and Bhujangasaa. Among these, Pranayama and Meditation play a major role in managing hypertension.

Meditation

Simple meditation techniques such as Kevala Kumbhaka, or breath awareness helps in reducing high BP.

Make some lifestyle modifications for a healthy life and avoid hypertension. Among these are avoid staying up in the night, sleeping just after meals, bingeing, having late night meals, consumption of tobacco and alcohol, getting angry easily, and excessively exerting yourself.

Finally, an inevitable part of ayurvedic treatments for any skin condition is daily and seasonal routines of managing hypertension, waking up before sunrise, drinking 4 glasses of water at room temperature, gargling with sesame oil, doing exercises and yoga in the morning and continuing with meditation.

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Treat your Frozen Shoulder with Ayurveda

 Ayurvedic
Oct 052018
 
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More often than not, we tend to shrug off shoulder pain and stiffness by popping a painkiller. But, it is important to be aware that a frozen shoulder can gradually advance to make it impossible for you to carry on with your routine tasks. Therefore, it is important to take any shoulder discomfort seriously in the budding stage, to prevent major problems later on. Repeated self-medication for a minor shoulder pain can ultimately make you land at a point that is something more serious, such as a frozen shoulder.

What is Frozen Shoulder?

Frozen Shoulder is a chronic painful stiffness of the shoulder joint. Generally, it involves pain and stiffness that develops gradually, gets worse and sensitive. Frozen shoulder is sometimes mistaken for arthritis, but, these two conditions are unrelated. While frozen shoulder involves specifically the shoulder joint and surrounding tissue, arthritis refers to multiple joints.

A Frozen shoulder can occur in any one shoulder or both. Frozen shoulder usually develops in three stages, with each stage lasting several months. In the initial state, any movement of your shoulder could cause pain, with the movement of your shoulder getting limited.

As it advances, the pain may begin to diminish, but your shoulder gets stiffer and it becomes increasingly difficult to use it. Even when the pain subsides, the stiffness could be disabling. This condition may stop you from reaching over your head to the side, or across your chest and from rotating your arm all the way, making it impossible for you to scratch your back etc.

Finally, in its final stages, the range of motion in your shoulder may begin to improve, but, you may experience worsening pain at night, disrupting sleep patterns.

What causes a frozen shoulder?

Frozen shoulder can occur to anyone, but commonly affects people in the age group 40 to 60 years, and is more likely in women than in men.

A frozen shoulder occurs when the connective tissue capsule around the joint thickens, restricting its movement. It can occur following an injury or a surgery, stroke, in people with diabetes, heart disease, thyroid issues or lung disease. In Ayurveda, it is believed to be caused due to aggravation of vata dosha and a vata and kapha imbalance.

What do experts say?

According to health experts, there are possibilities that frozen shoulder may seriously interfere with a person’s ability to perform daily tasks such as bathing or dressing.

Doctors, therefore, say that pain and stiffness in the shoulder should never be ignored. It may take anywhere between one year to three years to recover from the condition, depending upon its severity.

Ayurvedic approach to treating a frozen shoulder

In Ayurveda, frozen shoulder is referred to as ‘Apabahuka’. Ayurvedic doctors suggest several approaches to successfully treat a frozen shoulder. Ayurveda, being a personalized health science, the treatment for each case of frozen shoulder may be different. It is important to identify the root cause, and based on that, treatment is recommended which would be a combination of herbal concoctions, churnas, guggulu preparations and herbo-mineral rasa medicines that help pacify the aggravated vata dosha, which is believed to be the primary reason behind this condition.

‘Panchakarma Therapy’ is also believed to play a vital role in treating this condition, as it helps unlock the restricted movement of the shoulder through medicated lubrication and fomentation. The herbal enemas used in this procedure helps in bringing back the vata dosa to a balanced state.

Ayurveda has several effective internal medications and external treatments for frozen shoulder. However, it should be administered only after meeting a qualified Ayurvedic physician, as he will be able to prescribe the right therapies based on your particular body type and condition.

Ayurvedic home remedies and treatments:

  • Warm coconut oil or sesame oil with camphor and apply on affected area for pain relief, followed by warm compress. Although the result is slow-paced, it would be effective.
  • Add 3 to 4 crushed garlic cloves in half a glass of boiled milk, or consume a teaspoon of sesame oil with warm water every morning.
  • Add Epsom salt to warm water and use it for fomentation to relax shoulder muscles.
  • If your condition is caused due to increased blood sugar level, herbs such as ‘Haridra’ and ‘Amalaki’ powder may be helpful in controlling the sugar levels.
  • Turmeric and Alfalfa may help in relieving inflammation and repairing the shoulder tissue. Some specific Ayurvedic medicines such as ‘Varunadhi Kwatha’ decoction (30ml twice a day before food), ‘Simhanada Guggula (1 tablet twice a day after food) and ‘Lasunadi Rasayana’, may be suggested for effective pain relief, depending on your individual condition.

Some lifestyle measures to follow:

  • Avoid all vata-aggravating diets and lifestyle practices
  • Avoid use of any form of stimulant such as tea, coffee or alcohol.
  • Avoid frozen food, fast food, carbonated drinks, stale food, white flour and packaged food.
  • Avoid heavy exercises, heavy weight lifting, untimely sleep-wake hours and exposure to cold environments for too long.
  • Do not skip meals. Eat only fresh lukewarm foods.
  • Practice shoulder-strengthening exercises.
  • Drinking a powdered mixture of dried ginger, fenugreek and carom seeds, by mixing it in lukewarm water after meals is effective in offering relief.
  • Include Ashwagandha as a supplement, as it provides effective relief.
  • Massage the affected area with lukewarm oil twice a day.
  • Use ice pack on the shoulder 15 minutes at a time several times a day, as it helps decrease the pain.

Finally, remember, the onset of most diseases are due to faulty diet and lifestyles. Therefore, it is essential to maintain a healthy mind and body by eating nutritious food, sleeping on time, avoiding sedentary lifestyle and exercising.

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Osteoporosis Treatment in Ayurveda

 Ayurvedic
Aug 202018
 

The real story of German naturopath, Ellinor Kolbeck on how she Ayurveda helped to strengthen bones and muscles and relieving pain.

One day when Ellinor was turning side in her bed, her rib got cracked and that is the time she realized what Ayushakti vaidya saying 3 months ago was absolutely right – she has osteoporosis. Ellinor, then without wasting time, straight away came to Ayushaktia Mumbai for “Arthrox” treatment.
Within 3 weeks of treatment with herbs, oil & dhara with special enemas. She got a remarkable relief in her pain. Then she flew back to Germany and continued Arthrox herbs with the diet for 2 years. Slowly her bone density became better and better and she recovered remarkably in 2 years. This made her very curious to learn Ayurveda and started coming to ayushakti to learn Ayurveda and pulse reading.

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What is Osteoporosis?
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Osteoporosis is a silent illness. Slowly over a period of 8-10 years, bones become week and osteoporosis develops. Suddenly one day there is the fracture and then you will come to know that you have osteoporosis.
So first important thing is to prevent osteoporosis by checking bone density once a year when you cross 47 years of age. This will indicate if any osteoporosis is developing or not. If yes, then you can immediately start preventive measures. Ayushakti provides Ayurvedic medicine for Osteoporosis treatment. This blog will explain to you all about Osteoporosis treatment. Ayurveda Osteoporosis treatment is most effective.

As per Ayurveda, why osteoporosis?

As per Ayurveda, all the food that you eat converts into different tissues because of Dhatu Agni (Metabolism). Calcium and vitamin D conversion to bone tissues happens with the help of Asthi Dhatu Agni. When this Asthi Dhatu Agni or metabolism does not function very well in spite of taking lots of calcium and vitamins, bones start degenerating and lead to osteoporosis.
Besides that, excess vata (air) in the body also cause degeneration. As in the atmosphere, when there is a lot of wind, everything dries up, just like in Autumn.

What can be done naturally to reverse the osteoporosis?

In osteoporosis, it is very important to increase metabolism, nourish bones constantly and reduce vata constantly. Then, Stimulate dhatu Agni and metabolism. Thus, your own calcium and vitamin D is then starting working and producing bone tissues again and Improving bone density.

How does Ayushakti’s Arthrox treatment work in osteoporosis?

Arthrox treatment is a combination of diet, herbal remedies, home remedies and deep nourishing treatments.

What is the Arthrox diet for osteoporosis?

1. To activate metabolism, mung diet is the best. Every month for 5 days, just eat mung and vegetable soup. This will burn toxins and improve metabolism remarkably.
2. For improving metabolism, daily take ¼ Tsp. ginger powder, ¼ tsp black pepper powder and 1 tsp. of coriander powder in half glass of water twice a day after eating your food. This mixture helps improving metabolism in every situation like obesity, high cholesterol, or uric acid and of course osteoporosis too.
3. Your daily Calcium intake should be 1000 to 1200 mg.

BEST FOODS FOR natural CALCIUM are:

Milk, soy milk, tofu, soybeans, white beans, kale, collard greens, broccoli, almonds and almond butter, leafy vegetables, fish, sesame seeds, rajgira (kamut).

In order to have 1000 mg. calcium every day, at least take one of the following:

One tablespoon of the sesame seeds daily morning with water.

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5 soaked Almonds

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One cup of cooked spinach

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One cup dried fig puree

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2 Cups Milk

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These are the best source of calcium for your bones.

Ayushakti herbs remarkably improve bone density and help prevent degenerations.

Painmukti MJ 2 -2 (tablets in the morning and two tablets in the evening after food)
Relieves pain, stiffness, inflammation & promotes joint flexibility
Painmukti Sandhi-cal 2-2 (tablets in the morning and two tablets in the evening after food)
Improves joint strength, promotes calcium to bones, prevents bone degeneration

You can write to Ayushakti vaidyas and get a free advice on how to manage your health naturally.

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The best way to purify water in Ayurveda

 Ayurvedic
May 152018
 
Our bodies are approximately 72% water, 12% earth, 6% air, 4% fire and rest is space. How these five elements behave within you determines your health and wellbeing.

The five element theory

In the five element theory, the first element in this universe is space. The vibration of space creates wind. Blowing wind leads to friction and creates the fire element. Transformation of the fire element creates water and solidification of water elements produce earth. From earth, all organic living creatures, plants, animals, and human beings are created.

Water is highly significant for our health because most of our body is water. Consuming good water is the source of wellbeing and good balance. But for Kaliyuga (the age of ignorance and disease), most of the diseases come from the water. None of the modern chemical and electrical systems can purify the waterenough.

What is the best source of water?

Lake water is considered to be good because it is open to the influence of the sun and the moon. Every day it is purified by the sun energy (fire). In unpolluted environments, rainwater is pure but for most of us living in cities, the pollution in the atmosphere contaminates the rainwater. The local water where you are living is the best water for you providing you sterilise it.

How to purify the water?

According to Ayurveda, only the fire can purify the water elements properly. The main source of fire in this universe is the sun. The next best way to purify our wateris to boil it.

Boiling is an effective way to sterilise and disinfect water. Just taking the water up to the boiling point is enough if the source is pure. Otherwise, it is necessary to boil the water up to 10 minutes.
You can observe the purification process and how it aligns with Ayurvedic philosopy. At first, you will observe bubbles which are heavy like kapha. After some time, they become lighter like pitta and at the end, they become light and airy like vata. When the water reaches the vata level all the toxins have disappeared.

Detox with water

Ancient science says hot water is a universal antidote to every disease. Sipping warm to hot water frequently is vital for treating any health condition. Warm to hot water dilates the channels, removes the blockages, and improves digestion and agni (metabolic fire). Frequency is more important than quantity.

Plain hot water is good enough. But if you want to add flavour or medicinal value to your drink, ginger water is an excellent choice for everyone. It is also pleasant to add turmeric, cumin, fennel, or lemon. Even in the warmer seasons, sipping warm waterin small quantities is good for cleansing and balancing.

Note: Re-boiling water or mixing cool water in hot water is not recommended as it produces ama toxins.

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5 best energy-boosting herbs in Ayurveda

 Ayurvedic
Nov 022017
 

Do you feel sleepy or sluggish all the while? Poor stress management and digestion are two major causes for your condition. According to Ayurveda, ‘digestive fire’ or ‘agni’ is the foundation for overall health, and your energy level is directly related to how strong or weak your ‘agni’ is.

Women are prone to suffer from low energy levels than men, due to various reasons like menstrual cycle, pregnancy, childbirth, lactation etc. Women also tend to develop disorders like anaemia, osteoporosis, thyroid problems etc. Ayurvedic herbs are a wonderful option for maintaining women’s health and stamina.
One of the first steps towards fuelling your digestive fire is to drink warm water with a dash lemon as your first drink of the day. But, when toxins get deeply lodged, ayurvedic supplements with the following herbs can play a major role in fighting fatigue and boosting energy levels. They also play a major role in improving immune system functions.

Ashwagandha:

Ashwagandha helps to co-ordinate the main stress response axis in the body. This wonder herb is an adaptogen, implying, it helps your body adapt to stress. Ashwagandha helps by supporting the adrenal glands in response to stress. The herb brings back healthy hormonal balance. It promotes release of hormones that improve digestion and enable smooth absorption of nutrition. The hormones maintain healthy sleeping pattern, sharpen brain functions to improve over-all health of a person. For women, the herb helps in regulating menstrual cycle and curbs symptoms associated with menopause, helping them to maintain energy and stamina. Ashwagandha is one of the best ayurvedic herbs to increase energy levels.

Brahmi:

Brahmi, literally means ‘energy’ or ‘shakti’. It helps in co-ordinating brain’s response to stress. Rather, it can help dampen the impact of stress on the brain, so that, the brain functions optimally. Brahmi is considered to be an energy food that helps us deal with tiredness, particularly, because it improves our mental clarity and alertness and other mental processes like attention, memory, and general cognitive function. Once mental clarity is achieved, people generally feel energetic and carry on with their normal day-to-day activities.

In fact, Ashwagandha and Brahmi, when taken together, can typically offer the best effect.

Triphala

Triphala is one of the most commonly used digestive rasayanas or rejuvenating tonics that promote healthy digestion. Inflammation and toxins can form a barrier in your gastrointestinal tract, which makes absorption of nutrients difficult, leading to fatigue. Triphala reduces inflammation in the intestinal tract, and also removes toxins from your body, thereby improving nutrient absorption. Triphala can be consumed in the form of powder with warm water, or as a pill.

Shilajit

Shilajit is also known as a vitality enhancer and an anti-ageing herb for both men and women. It supplements a range of nutrients, increases frequency of energy producing reactions in body. The herb cures several disorders, helps in secretion of healthy hormones, and helps in management of healthy cholesterol and sugar levels. It protects organs from ageing, and boosts immunity. Due to its efficacy in improving energy levels, Shilajit is referred to as ‘queen of herbs’.

Shatavari

This women-friendly herb is a boon for women, as it rejuvenates the entire body and reproductive system. It increases the body’s healing power and maintains stamina and energy levels. Being a nutritive and an efficient hormone balancer, it provides sound physical and mental health. Shatavari revitalizes kidney functioning, and thus, straightens immune system. It flushes out toxins from the body, helps with energy flow and gives us a boost of fresh energy when consumed.

Apart from taking herbal supplements, do not forget to drink enough water, as this can help fuel the digestive fire in a natural way, giving you a natural energy boost.

(Note: Any of these ayurvedic herbs should be taken only on discussion with an Ayurvedic practitioner and in appropriate dosages.)

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Camping Ayurveda Style

 Ayurvedic
Jun 012017
 

6/1/2017

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Who doesn’t love fancy camping hacks? These are my top 3 favorite Ayurvedic tricks that you can use on your next weekend getaway!

1. Make your own mosquito repellent that actually smells good!
Directions: Just add the following ingredients to a small jar, cover with a lid and shake well.

  • 2 tablespoons of sweet almond oil
  • 1 tablespoon of Aloe Vera gel
  • 10  drops of rosemary essential oil
  • 10 drops of lavender oil
  • 10 drops of lemon balm oil (citronella)

Application: Just dab it onto your skin and watch those mosquito’s run (or fly) for the hills!

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2. Quick and Easy 10 minute Coconut Chai (serves 4)
Ingredients: cinnamon powder, cardamom powder, fine ground black pepper, fresh ginger, black tea bags, optional: maple syrup or natural sweetener of choice

  • Before you leave for your trip, mix equal parts cinnamon, cardamom, black pepper in a small jar.
  • Add 2 cups of water and 1 tablespoon of the pre-made spice blend, and 1 tablespoon of freshly grated ginger to a medium size pot. Boil for 3 minutes.
  • Add 4 tea bags and boil for 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove tea bags with a spoon and add 1 can of coconut milk. Heat until it starts to boil stirring occasionally.
  • Sweeten to taste and ENJOY!
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3. Skip the S’mores and Try making these delectable Stuffed Dates instead!

Coconut Cardamom Stuffed Dates

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Ingredients:

  • Medjool Dates (10)
  • Coconut Butter (sometimes it’s called “coconut manna” NOT coconut OIL… You can find it at your natural foods store) (1/2 cup)
  • Unsweetened shredded coconut (1 cup)
  • Ghee (1 tablespoon)
  • Lime (1)
  • Cardamom Powder (1 teaspoon)
  • Cinnamon (1/2 teaspoon)
  • Himalayan Pink Salt (a pinch)  

Directions:

  • On low heat- Warm up 1/2 cup of coconut butter with1 tablespoon of ghee. Only warm until soft. Just needs to warm up enough to melt… then let it cool to room temp in a separate bowl
  • Squeeze the lime juice into a separate bowl and strain pulp/seeds if there are any.
  •  Add the cardamom, cinnamon, salt, and lime
  • Dry toast about a half cup of unsweetened coconut shreds on medium heat until golden brown (this happens fast, so keep a close eye!) Then remove from heat and put in a separate bowl so they don’t continue to cook.
  • Open dates and remove pits- split in half with your fingers and make little boats.
  • Slowly add the coconut shreds to the coconut butter mixture until you have reached desired firm “stuffable” consistency.
  • Stuff the mixture into the date boats and sprinkle with a bit of cinnamon if desired.

Please like and share if you enjoyed this post!
All the best,
Britt

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Up Your Sleep Game: Ayurveda Style

 Ayurvedic
Nov 032016
 
I am here to spark an honest check in with yourself.How are you sleeping?

Cultivating solid and satisfying sleep is something we are all craving. We all try to get more. We all want more. And we all have had those days in the middle of the week we wish we could stay in bed for just a few more hours, if not all day. As we transition into fall, the nights are getting darker, the air is getting cooler, and it is a natural time for us to all hunker down and get cozy. Yet, we still struggle with sleep.

Sleep is when all the good stuff happens in our bodies. Sleep is the time for the body and mind reset, detoxify, and rejuvenate. Sleep allows for our memory and creativity to grow and restore.

After, we are bombarded with a full day getting input from all directions, going to work, caring for our families, running errands, feeding ourselves, trying to get in a working out, checking our Instagram account, refreshing our Facebook feeds, watching the most recent presidential uproar video, trying to keep up with what is happening around the world, staying connected and on the ground to the efforts of so many people doing good in this world in a time of so much inhumanity…we can be left feeling burnt, exhausted, depleted, raw, done.

So where is the respite? We always have sleep to reboot us and refresh us. But what happens when it is not? What happens we stay awake staring at the ceiling for hours, wake up at 3am and can’t go back to sleep, get woken up by sirens just after dozing off, or simply stay up on the computer or phone to get “caught up” and our racing mind keeps going long after the lights are out?

I am here to offer you some inspiration and reminders on nightly self-care. Perhaps some you know, perhaps some you forgot, and perhaps one will inspire you.

Before going to bed tonight, try one of these, two or even all four...

Warm Water
Let a warm shower or hot bath calm your nervous system, release tension in your body, and quiet the mind.

Golden Spiced Milk
Over a flame steam ½ cup whole milk (can start by replacing with nut milk if you are not a drinking dairy), ¼  cup water, and a pinch of turmeric, couple saffron threads,  fennel, cardamom, black pepper, and NUTMEG (induces sleep), with a bit of raw sugar or maple syrup to taste. A little night cap, if you will.

Massage Feet and Scalp
Warm the massage oil to a comfortable temperature either on an electric cup heater, or over a candle flame. Take a spoonful of oil, and rub it into the soles of your feed, and then cover with socks. Pour a tablespoon of oil onto the crown of your head and lightly massage the oil in a circular motion. Put a cap on your head, or a towel on your pillow to protect your linens. Perhaps offer this sweet treatment to your partner, child or family member.

Screen-less hour before bed
Just put them away. It feels awesome. If you must hold your phone, for fear of detachment, try downloading a calming meditation app and practice a 10-minute guided breathing meditation on HeadSpace, which offers a 10-day complimentary trial.

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Molly Russell: Molly has joyfully practiced Ayurveda for past 6 years and offers individual counseling, group classes and cooking workshops around the Bay Area. She graduated from a 3-year intensive Ayurveda Health Counseling program from Vedika Gurukula in Emeryville. After changing her diet and lifestyle, and seeing the effects of cooking with foods that were balancing to her body and mind in changing seasons, she is inspired to share this awesome toolkit of Ayurveda with her community.

Want to learn more? Stay connected for more information about personal consultations with Molly.

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