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"Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity."
Ayurveda is a medicinal science that deals with the life cycle of human being and the awareness of his life on the earth and the reason for their existence on earth.
Ayurveda is a system of traditional medicine native to india. Ayurveda means the science of healthy living, derives from Sanskrit words Ayush (Life) and Veda (Knowledge). Ayurveda gives healing in a holistic manner. Ayurveda has the answers to many debilitating and chornic diseases that are seemingly incurable for modern allopathic medicine. According to Ayurveda, each individual is different and so the treatment should be customized.
Ayurveda works on 3 aspects Vatta, Pitta and Kapha.
Vatta: Balancing the Nervous system.
Pitta: Balancing bile in our body which related to digestion.
Kapha: Balance of mucous, lubrication which carries the nutrients present in the body to arterial system.
BENEFITS OF AYURVEDA
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Ayurveda not only prevent the disease but also promote body's own capacity for maintenance and balance.
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Ayurvedic treatment is non-invasive and non-toxic, so it can be used safely as an alternative therapy or alongside conventional therapies.
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By using ayurvedic and herbal medicines you ensure physical and mental health without side effects.
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The natural ingredients of herbs help bring “Arogya” (means free from disease) to human body and mind.
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The pace of aging process is reduced due to the introduction of Ayurveda.
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It helps the healthy functioning of our five sensory organs along with other vital organs of the body.
VARIOUS AYURVEDIC TREATMENTS
Shiro Dhara
It is a form of Ayurveda medicine that involves gently pouring liquid over the forehead ( Third Eye).
It is used in various conditions like
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Vatta Disorder
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Insomnia
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Epilepsy
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Various mental Disorders
Swedana
The term “swedana” is used in Ayurvedic medicine to describe treatments which involve sweating. Many people use it specifically to refer to one swedana treatment, the closed steam box. In Ayurveda, swedana is used to relieve excess doshas from the body, establishing a state of balance which promotes general health. People who do not practice ayurveda may also take advantage of swedana treatments, believing that they have health and beauty benefits.
Nasya
One of the Panchakarmas mentioned in Ayurveda, Nasya therapy is a process wherein the drug (herbalized oils and liquid medicines) is administered through the nostrils. Since nose is the gateway of the head, the therapy is highly effective in curing a number of diseases pertaining to the head, if it is performed systematically.
Abhyanga
Abhyanga massage is a type of massage therapy which is used by practitioners of Ayurveda to treat their clients. The massage involves liberally covering the client in oil and then using smooth, gentle movements to rub the oil deeply into the body.
Pizhichil
Pizhichil is another name of sarvangdhara meaning squeezing warm medicated oil all over the body with the help of cloth pieces ,which are periodically dipped into vessels containing oil.
Udvarthanam
The whole body is gently massaged with medicated powders prepared with various herbs. This helps to reduce fat patches from the body known as cellulites, toning of the muscles, improves blood circulation and eases joint pains.
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