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AYURVEDA THE ANCIENT SCIENCE OF LIFE

TYPE OF CONSTITUTION

Prakriti with single dosha predominance ( Ekadoshaja )

• Vataja Prakriti

• Pittaja Prakriti

• Kaphaja Prakriti

Prakriti with predominance of two doshas (Dwandwaja)Vata & Pitta

• Vata-Pitta

• Pitta-Vata

Vata & Kapha

• Vata-Kapha

• Kapha-Vat

Pitta & Kapha

• Pitta-Kapha

• Kapha-Pitta

Prakriti with an equilibrium of three doshas ( Tridoshaja )

Sama Prakriti

Based on the preponderance of doshas and their combinations- in the prakriti- the psychosomati constitution - entire human population can be polarized into 7 groups-

Constitution Value Vata Pitta Kapha

Frame Thin Moderate Thick

Body Weight Low Moderate Over Weight

Skin Dry, Rough, Cool Brown, Black Soft, Oily, WarmFair, Red, Yellowish

Thick, Oily, CoolPale, White

Hair Black, Dry, Kinky Soft, Oily, YellowEarly Gray, Red

Thick, Oily, WavyDark or Light

Teeth Protruded, Big & Crooked Moderate in size,Soft Gums, Yellowish

Strong, White

Eyes Small, Dull, DryBrown, Black

Sharp, Green, GreyYellow, Penetrating

Big, Attractive, BlueThick Eyelashes

Appetite Variable, Scanty Good, Excessive Slow but Steady

Taste Sweet, Sour, Saline Sweet, Bitter, Astringent Pungent, Bitter, Astringent

Thirst Variable Excessive Scanty

Elimination Dry, Hard, Constipated Soft, Oily, Loose Thick, Oily, Heavy, Slow

Physical Activity Very Active Moderate Lethargic

Mind Restless, Active Aggressive, Intelligent Calm, Slow

Emotional-Temperament Fearful, InsecureUnpredictable

Aggressive, IrritableJealous

Calm, Greedy, Attached

Faith Changeable Fanatic Steady

Memory Recent Memory GoodRemote Memory Poor

Sharp Slow But Prolonged

Dreams Fearful, JumpingRunning, Flying

Fiery, Anger, War, Violence Watery, River, Ocean, Lake, Romantic

Sleep Scanty, Interrupted Little but Sound Heavy, Prolonged

Speech Fast Sharp & Cutting Slow, Monotonous

Financial Status Poor, Spends MoneyQuickly on Trifles

Moderate, Spends on Luxuries Rich, Money Saver, Spends on Foods

Pulse Thready, Feeble,Moves Like a Snake

Moderate, Jumping Like a Frog Broad, Slow, Moves Like a Swan

Know Your Constitution Physical & Mental Traits Under Vata, Pitta, Kapha Thus, on a finer grouping of psychosomatic constitutions, it is possible to categorize human population into 10 Groups. Of all the 10 groups, population with single dosha dominance is rare entity. Persons with a prakriti predominated by only one dosha –are highly problematic entities in many ways. The Samaprakiti –where there is a precise equilibrium of three doshas, is highly desirable constitutional type. A majority of human population tends to exhibit the characters of a dual prakriti. Most of us have two doshas dominating our prakriti.

Ayurveda in NutshellAyurveda in NutshellAyurveda, India's holistic, integrated, physiotherapeutic medical system is based upon the universal natural law of balancing the five elements (ether, air, fire, water and earth) that make up the physical body. When one or more of these elements go out of balance because of improper diet and life style, various diseases and mental disturbances can manifest. Ayurveda explains that these five elements are kept intact in the body by three subtle forces called doshas.

The key to maintaining physical and mental health is in keeping these elements and doshas in harmonic balance through proper diet, herbs and life style, otherwise early aging and various diseases can manifest. The three doshas are called Vata (sattva), Pitta (raga) and Kapha (tama).

These three doshas can even be traced back to the very beginning of creation as representing the three Gods in Vedic wisdom Vishnu, Shiva and Brahma. Vata is the underlying subtle force ruling over ether and air, Pitta rules fire and Kapha is responsible for keeping the water and earth elements in balance. One or more of these doshas or elements will predominate in every individual living entity creating seven possible body types. By knowing which type you are by symptoms the proper diet and herbal treatment can be established for you

The Western Perception of being The Western Perception of being HealthyHealthy In the west people generally judge their health according to their

muscle tone however in the east they see the internal organs as being the most important aspect of good health.

All diseases result "not" from poor muscle tone but from poor internal organ function. Regular use of quality herbs, a healthy ayurvedic diet according to your constitution and exercise can help keep our internal organs strong and healthy so in old age we have a much better chance of warding off diseases that result from poor internal organ function.

Keeping in good health is our best investment for prevention of the diseases that come as we get older..

Be a part of Ayurveda, the Spiritual Health Science which could be the World's health care system of the next millennium

Balance your health in a natural way according to a 5,000 year old perfected health care system. India's Vedic Medical System called "Ayurveda".

The Four Step Treatment The Four Step Treatment ProgrammeProgrammeCONSULTATIONCONSULTATION

Treatment in Ayurveda is a two pronged process. One involving actual treatment. The other- the more important- a life-style consultation. Followed by a cleansing of the mind and body, which then has to be maintained by the individual for the treatment to be effective.

Every person is understood to be 3 dimensional. i.e. comprised of body, mind and soul. And these 3 dimensions are set in an individualised pattern based on the predominant dosha (i.e. Prakruti). An imbalance in anyone of these dimensions leads to "ill-being" (Vikruti). It is only after a detailed consultation, that the physician determines the cause of this imbalance. Using the 3 ancient techniques of observation (Darsana), touching/feeling (Sparsana) and interrogation (Prasna). After which the patient is given a detailed description of what he might expect to undergo over the next few days/weeks.

ACTUAL TREATMENTSACTUAL TREATMENTS

ABHYANGAABHYANGA : Or conventional oil therapy. Where the medicated oils are gently applied over the body. To alleviate fatigue, delay aging, improve sleep; etc.

SWEDANA SWEDANA : A mild fomentation procedure (using a cloth dipped in hot water).

NASYANASYA: Is an instilling of 2 drops of oil in the nose just before inhalation.

GANDOOSHAGANDOOSHA : Or gargling lasts 5 minutes using different kinds of liquids (depending on each individual's need).

DANTA DHAVANADANTA DHAVANA : 5 minutes of teeth cleaning with a herbal powder so as to prevent infections.

ANJANAANJANA : Is the lining of the rims of the eye with an anti-infection paste for 5 minutes. To improve eyesight and delay cataract formation.

KARNAPOORANAKARNAPOORANA : Is the pouring of 24 drops of medicated oil in each ear for 5 minutes. To protect the ears from infection.

SNANASNANA : Or a bath with herbal powders is administered at the end of each session. The first treatment session (including consultation) takes up to 3 hours. Subsequent sessions take approximately 90 minutes.

DHARADHARA: Is a treatment process where the patient is made to lie on a special wooden bed (a droni), after which, the medicated oil /milk/buttermilk/ etc. are poured in a prescribed, continuous steam on his head by the therapist. Who is assisted in this treatment by 2 other therapists, who help him with the oil application over the patient's body.

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Aligning Body, Mind & SoulAligning Body, Mind & Soul

The 10 Day programme has been conceived to refresh/align the Body, Mind & Soul with an age-old science of healthy living. Also to provide an opportunity to an individual to assess & plan the measures to rectify the Psychological, dietary, behavioral, life style and environmental factors which creates the disharmony in the three doshas.

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DAY 03 IN CALICUTDAY 03 IN CALICUT

You awake from a restful, undisturbed night’s sleep.

Your day begins with an hour of Yoga and meditation under the eyes instructors. Followed by a specially prescribed breakfast.

After which you are led for your long sessions with a therapists and masseurs.

Punctuated only by lunch. And a period of rest

It might interest you to know that at the Centre it is not just your body we concentrate on, but your mind as well. Which we hope to make more aware and equilibrimise with soothing Indian classical music and lectures on Ayurveda, yoga, astrology and spirituality.

Day concludes with the Specially prescribed Supper followed by relaxed Sleep

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DAY 09 CALICUT – VYTHIRIDAY 09 CALICUT – VYTHIRI

After breakfast drive to Vythiri, 65 Kms & approx 02 Hours at an altitude of 3750 – 4500 ft.

The Fycus tree is one of the sturdiest, with strong roots that help with stand storms and downpours. Moreover, the resort area in the Western Ghats has no known history of landslides and cloudbursts from Vythiri, 65 km from Kozhikode(Calicut) , it takes almost 45 minutes to reach the base camp of the resort by jeep.

Day at Leisure & overnight stay

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Tree House

DAY 10 VYTHIRI – CALICUTDAY 10 VYTHIRI – CALICUT

Morning at leisure to enjoy the virgin scenic beauty.

Late morning drive to Calicut airport to board the Jet Airways flight to Mumbai.

Departure Kozhikode (Calicut) at 1400 Hrs

Arrival Mumbai at 1540 Hrs

On arrival meeting assistance & transfer to airport hotel.

Evening : Farewell Dinner & later transfer to International airport to board the onwards flight.

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DHARAPIZHICHIL

BACK WATER

BODY IMMUNISATION

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DhanvantriThe God of Medicines

HERBS Previous Next Dry Herbs

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