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HTML clipboard How old does my baby have to be?   Babies of any age usually enjoy being massaged. Young babies enjoy the feeling of relaxation after a massage, and toddlers who may be experiencing "growing pains" appreciate the relief a massage gives.   Duration of massage   A massage can last 10 minutes or 30 minutes, depending on his/ her moods.   When should massage be done?   Babies can be massaged before or after bath or at bedtime. Massage should be avoided when the baby is hungry or immediately after food. Avoid massage during illness like fever, cold, etc.   How to Begin:   You can either place the baby on a mat on the floor or place her on your legs by spreading your legs making a diamond...

During winter, as the night time is longer, stomach be kept full in night with such solids which are easily digestible and of high caloric value. Turn even more exclusively toward warming foods. Remember the principle that foods taking longer to grow are generally more warming than foods that grow quickly. All of the animal foods fall into the warming category. So do most of the root vegetables, including carrot, potato, onions and garlic. Eggs also fit in here, as do corn and nuts. Food substances like jaggery, ghee, sesame oil and spice namely, fenugreek, ginger, cumin, and asafetida should be used for cooking. Try to eat freshly prepared warm meals. Since we don’t feel thirsty in winters, many don’t drink sufficie...

HTML clipboard Botanically it is known as Cocos nucifera and belongs to Arecaceae family. Coconut water is one of the delicious and refreshing health drinks known to everyone. Coconut water is endosperm obtained by opening a tender and immature coconut. The water is clear, sterile and very sweet. It contains sugars, vitamins, minerals, electrolytes, enzymes, amino acids, cytokine, and phyto-hormones. Coconut plants are well grown in costal environments. Different species of coconut palms are grown all over the world especially in India, Brazilian Coast, Southeast Asia, Pacific Islands, Africa, and the Caribbean. They are collected at the age of 5-7 months. A single nut may contain about 200 to 1000 ml of water depending on size and its variety. In some countries it is available canned, or bottled. The natural taste and flavor of coconut water sho...

HTML clipboard In Charaka Samhita, Twacha (the word Twacha means skin) is defined as that which covers the body from outside. Anatomically, Acharya Charaka has described 6 layers and the corresponding diseases of the skin. The outermost layer is the Udakadhara (containing watery substance or lymph). The second one holds the blood. The third layer is the seat of Sidhma (dermatitis) and Kilas Kushta (leucoderma). The fourth layer is the seat of Dadru Kushta (ringworm). The fifth layer produces Alaji (boil) and Vidradhi (abscess). The sixth and deepest layer is the origin of deep seated red and black colored boils and glands. Susrutha has described 7 layers of skin. Other than anatomical description, Charaka has also described the natural texture of skin in Prakriti (constitution) and Sara Praikshana (examination of excellence of skin tissue). ...

HTML clipboard Group from Italy trains at Chakrapani Ayurveda Every year groups from Italy under the leadership of Ms. Sadbhawana and Prof. Aryabushan Bharadwaj, visit Chakrapani Ayurveda Center to train in Ayurveda and to explore Ayurveda. This year, the group from Italy arrived at the center at 10 am on 23rd August and was cordially welcomed in the Indian traditional way with Aarti, tilak and mala by Dr. Aditi and the rest of the staff members of Chakrapani. Following Pooja and salutation to Lord Dhanwantari, there was welcome speech by Dr.Parvathy, inauguration and blessings from Prof. Aryabushan Bharadwaj. The function was a memorable moment. The group was given theory classes on interesting and advanced aspects of Ayurveda by prestigious Acharya Aryabhushan Bharadwaj followed by demonstration of Ayurveda therapies like Marma Abhyangam, Ayurvedic beaut...

HTML clipboard F e nugreek is a very warming seed that benefits kapha and vata dosha and is used to treat constipation, high cholesterol, diabetes and obesity. They have a strong aroma and are pungent. But when used in small quantities they impart flavour to your food and are nourishing.   Energetics of Fenugreek seeds Rasa (Taste) – Katu (Pungent) Guna (Properties) – Laghu (Light), Snigdha (Unctuous)  Virya (Potency) – Ushna (Hot)  Vipaka (Post digestive effect) – Katu (Pungent) Dosha karma (Action on doshas) – Mitigates Vata and Kapha dosha, Aggravates Pitta dosha Karma (Actions) – It is an appetizer and is anti inflammatory, lipid modulator, etc. Internal Uses 1. Its seeds are a digestive aid and they increase ap...

HTML clipboard According to Ayurveda, Health is not merely absence of disease but a state of physical, mental, social, spiritual and environmental well-being. While making a choice between the western and eastern system of medicine, the combination should be the right answer. Ayurveda focuses on giving plant and mineral ingredients to the body, still coupled with their natural, organic carriers, so the body can do the extracting and regulating. The human body recognizes them as whole foods and thereby extracts only what it needs. Today, the western approach is geared for advances in the treatment of acute illnesses which of course is life saving but when it comes to chronic illnesses the western approach does not have much to offer. The western model has been framed on the concept of understanding the mechanism of disease whi...

HTML clipboard Causes of Male Infertility    Causes of male infertility include abnormal sperm production or function and/or impaired delivery of sperm. General health and lifestyle issues such like, excessive smoking, alcohol intake, degrading environment, high pollution levels, changes in food habits, and deskbound work, stress etc. and exposure to certain environmental factors like exposure to radiation are some key factors that affect male fertility negatively.     Vajikarana chikitsa    Ayurveda realized the problem of male sexual dysfunction thousands of years ago and developed a separate specialty, namely, Vajikarana-chikitsa (Aphrodisiac therapy). It has also recommended an appropriate use of plant-based remedies, a proper lifestyle and nutritious diet for improving overall h...

Ayurveda Netra Chikitsa (Ayurveda Eye treatment) Ayurveda explains perfectly the structure, functioning and treatment of ailments of eyes in Shalakya Tantra, one of the eight branches of Ayurveda. It offers a detailed study of etiology, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diseases that affect organs above the neck i.e., head, ears, nose, eyes, throat etc. Of the three main classics of Ayurveda, 'Susrutha Samhitha' provides the most profound knowledge on this branch of treatment. Shalakya tantra is a specialty department which can be pursued after completion of B.A.M.S. The ancient Ayurvedic texts deal with 76 eye, 28 ear and 31 nose diseases. Common causes of eye disorders in today's world - Today's life style and work atmosphere along with the use of modern...

HTML clipboard Importance of Food in Ayurveda Food is the vital breath of living beings that's why people rush to the food. Complexion, cheerfulness, good voice, life, imagination, happiness, contentment, corpulence, strength, intellect – all these are dependent on food. As it is well known that "prevention is better than cure", it's always advisable to have healthy diet in order to prevent the affliction of diseases. Ayurveda also has the same principle which says "Nidana parivarjana meva chikitsam" meaning avoiding the causative factors of the diseases is the first step to treatment. Many common health problems can be prevented through a nutritious diet. Only medicine will not help in curing the disease. It is necessary to give wholesome and hygienic diet in a planned way to aid in enhancing cure. Nutritional indu...

HTML clipboard As massage is an integral part of antenatal and postnatal care, we will see in detail about prenatal and postnatal massages. MAS SAGE POSITION AND PRECAUTIONS The pregnant woman needs to be positioned very comfortable, taking care not to put pressure on abdomen and chest. Some massage techniques such as deep tissue massage is not good. Special care must be taken while massaging abdomen. Just gentle application of oil is more than good for abdomen.   COMMON OILS THAT ARE USED For a healthy woman the following oils are advised. Oils are changed according to health conditions and prakriti (constitution). 1. On the body, Oils that are cooling, that which promotes strength and mitigates vata is to be used. Eg.Dhanwantara oil.            ...