Introduction to Ayurveda Ayurveda (Sanskrit: आयु�र्वे�द; Āyurveda, "the

knowledge for long life") or ayurvedic medicine is a Hindu system of traditional medicine native to India and a form of alternative medicine.

The Suśruta Saṃhitā and the Charaka Saṃhitā, encyclopaedias' of medicine compiled from various sources are among the foundational works of Ayurveda.

Over the following centuries, ayurvedic practitioners developed a number of medicinal preparations and surgical procedures for the treatment of various ailments. Current practices derived from Ayurvedic medicine are regarded as part of complementary and alternative medicine.

What is Ayurveda?• Ayurveda can be defined as a system, which uses the

inherent principles of nature, to help maintain health in a person by keeping the individual's body, mind and spirit in perfect equilibrium with nature.

• Ayurvedic literature deals elaborately with measures of healthful living during the entire span of life and its various phases. Ayurveda stresses a balance of three elemental energies or humors: Vāyu / vāta (air & space – "wind"), pitta (fire & water – "bile") and kapha (water & earth – "phlegm"). According to ayurvedic medical theory, these three substances — doṣas (Devanāgarī: द�ष)—are important for health, because when they exist in equal quantities, the body will be healthy, and when they are not in equal amounts, the body will be unhealthy in various ways.

• Ayurveda also focuses on exercise, yoga, and meditation other than treatment using various natural medicines.

• Ayurveda was called "the science of eight components" (Skt. aṣṭāṅga, Devanāgarī: अष्टां��ग), a classification that became canonical for ayurveda.

They are : Internal medicine (Kāya-cikitsā) Paediatrics (Kaumārabhṛtyam) Surgery (Śalya-cikitsā) Eye and ENT (Śālākya tantra) Bhūta vidyā has been called psychiatry. Toxicology (Agadatantram) Prevention of diseases and improving immunity and rejuvenation

(rasayana) Aphrodisiacs and improving health of progeny (Vajikaranam)

What Ayurveda can treat ?

Allergies Asthma

Alzheimer’s Arthritis

Bronchitis Chronic Fatigue

Bulimia Constipation

Hypothyroidism Addictions

Diabetes Cardio Vascular Diseases

Depression Digestive Complaints

Eye Diseases Gastritis

Hypertension Headache

Infertility Chronic Pain

Eczema Hemorrhoids/Piles

Fistula Fibroids

Colitis Ano-Rectal Disorders

Treatments

• Ayurveda stresses the use of plant-based medicines and treatments. Hundreds of plant-based medicines are employed, including cardamom and cinnamon. Some animal products may also be used, for example milk, bones, and gallstones. In addition, fats are used both for consumption and for external use. Minerals, including sulphur, arsenic, lead, copper sulphate and gold are also consumed as prescribed. This practice of adding minerals to herbal medicine is known as rasa shastra.

• The Charaka Samhita recommends a tenfold examination of the patient before giving any kind of treatment.

constitution abnormality essence stability body measurements diet suitability psychic strength digestive capacity physical fitness age

SPECIAL AYURVEDIC TREATMENTS

AYURVEDIC REJUVINATION-PANCHKARMA

1) AYURVEDIC HOT STONE MASSAGEAfter application of the ayurvedic oil based on your body type, the hot lava stones are used to massage your body. Excellent for tired and aching muscles and to destress the body making you feel lighter than ever. It relieves spasms of the muscles by improving the circulation. It also tones the muscles, relaxes the nerves, helps mobilize fat in a mild way and removes the stiffness from the joints and improves posture.

2) SHIROLEPAMThis is the application of herbal preparations in paste over the hairy part of the head for 30 to 60 minutes. Ingredients of the paste vary according to the nature of the ailment. This is helpful in treating sleep disorders.

3) PADHABHYANGAIt is the massage of the legs below the knees which improves circulation to the extremities, is beneficial for diabetics, increases joint mobility and muscle tightness and is useful in distressing.

4) AYURVEDIC ABHYANGA(MASSAGE)The Ayurvedic doctor selects the ayurvedic oils based on your body type which is used in the massage. In addition to the beneficial effects of massage which reduces stress, improves circulation and relaxes taut muscles, these ayurvedic oils have a rejuvenating effect as they also help eliminate impurities. They also reduce hair-loss and dandruff, condition the scalp, and improve sleep and eyesight. This kind of oleation serves as an absolute preventive measure against many ailments related to the Vata dosha.

5) SHIRODHARAShiro means head and dhara is a steady flow of warm ayurvedic oil which is specially selected by the ayurvedic doctor. Dhara can also be done with other ingredients like buttermilk, but they are specifically chosen as per the condition. Shirodhara involves a continuous stream of oil that is gently swayed on the forehead which completely relaxes the nervous system and calms the mind. It is very beneficial in conditions like hypertension, anxiety, insomnia and psychiatric problems and also is effective for paralysis, senile dementia and other neurological disorders and improves the memory as well.

6) AVAGAHA SWEDAMIt is a kind of immersion bath where the patient is made to sweat while sitting in a tub filled with a specific warm medical decoction for the whole body or different parts of the body like the hips or feet. This is good for rheumatism, painful urination, hernia, lower backache, arthritis, etc.

7) PIZHICHAL'Pizhi' means 'Squeezing' and 'Chil' means 'Vigorous movement.' It is a procedure of squeezing large quantities of warm medicated oil all over the body with one hand and massaging with the other hand. When administered many times in succession is found to alleviate pains and is very invigorating. This is a unique contribution of Kerala.

8)ELLAKIZHIFinely chopped herbal leaves and herbal powders are warmed in medicated oil and bundled in a poultice which is used for the fomentation massage. In cases of rheumatism and other diseases, fomentation in the affected area brings great relief. Ellakizhi promotes better circulation, relieves stress, and treats osteo-arthritis. It is also ministered to those with spondylosis and sports injuries resulting from soft tissue inflammations and joint pains.

9)AYURVEDIC UDVARTANAMThis specialised massage uses ayurvedic powders or churnas to help reduce obesity.

10)NETHRA THARPANAMThis is a special Ayurvedic treatment to set right the degenerative changes in the retina and lens of the eyes, to strengthen the optic nerve.

11)THALAMApplication of medicated paste on the crown of the head is called Thalam.

12)VASTIIt involves holding warm ayurvedic oils on the affected areas, that help immensely in cases of lower back problems, cervical problems, arthritic knees and in cases of hypertension and cardiac related conditions.

TRADITIONAL BEAUTY TREATMENTS• The secret of beauty, according to Ayurveda, is Ojas

- the subtle quality of vigour or vitality, which is the superfine essence of the seven dhatus. If one stays healthy in body, mind and spirit, one's Ojas stay strong and this force creates a radiant inner self and a beautiful outer self.

AYURVEDIC FRUIT/VEGETABLE FACE PACK• This treatment includes procedures like cleansing,

massage, herbal steam, gentle scrub, nutrifiying packs, toning, rejuvenating and moisturizing. This is done with combination of ayurvedic herbs based on the constitution, and fresh fruits and vegetables according to skin types.

AYURVEDIC AND DEAD SEA FACE PACK• A complete facial procedure using a combination of

ayurvedic herbs and the highly nourishing and detoxifying mud from the Dead Sea. The high mineral content of the mud is what makes it so effective in detoxifying and rejuvenating the skin by improving the flow of nutrients to the skin surface

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PROGRAMS

• PANCHAKARMA (21 and 28 Days)• This ancient, authentic, time tested treatment is highly recommended annually for

those above 40 and biannually for those above 60. This Special Rejuvenation protocol cleanses and revitalises the body to a new state of health.

• SWAAD - Ayurvedic Special (7 Days - 22 treatments)• This is for those who would like to experience what an Ayurvedic treatment would

be like. This package offers a full body Ayurvedic massage done by 2 therapists simultaneously (also referred to as the 4 hand massage) and Shirodhara.

• SHAREERA - Weight Loss (14 Days - 66 treatments)• A practical diet programme combined with Special Ayurvedic weight loss

treatments, specific yogic exercises and weight reducing hydrotherapy treatments. The package is individually designed to help lose weight. (Note: A holistic health evaluation may be needed in some cases)

• SUNDAR - Anti- ageing (15`Days - 66 treatments)• Our Special Ayurvedic formula addresses the ageing process in a most profound

way. the revival of senses that were once lost ! Such is the impact of the treatment that includes the best of Ayurvedic and Naturopathic protocols which include revitalising hydrotherapies, mud and herbal packs.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT PROGRAMS• SUKHA - Destress (7 Days - 48 treatments)• Ultimately stress management is self management. Our treatment include our

Signature Ayurvedic Hot Stone massage, Reflexology, Acupressure, Yoga, Meditation, special ayurvedic and naturopathic treatments for distressing, refreshing packs and soothing hydro-therapy treatments. (Note: A holistic health evaluation may be needed)

• SANTOSHA - Detoxification & Rejuvenation (15 days - 105 treatments)• This addresses both the cleansing and revitalising of the body through special

ayurvedic protocols, different kind of packs, hydrowashes, Reflexology and Acupressure.

• SHAKTHI - Rejuvenation (7 Days - 42 treatments)• Our unique revitalising programme will instil in the body a new zest for life.

This is achieved through our specially designed Ayurvedic revitalising treatments, mud packs, Reflexology and Acupressure.

• SHUDHA - Detoxification (10 Days - 50 treatments)• Unless the toxins that get harboured in our body at every level are released, a

fit and healthy lifestyle is impossible. We help cleanse the body with special Ayurvedic cleansing treatments, deep cleansing mud packs, naturopathic hydrowashes and herbal packs.

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