Thursday, December 31, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Ayurveda Suggestion for pregnancy Childbirth & Child health
Although this article is devoted to the pregnant mother, let me just mention that there are also fascinating Ayurvedic suggestions for conception which take into account rituals of bathing, aromas, clothing, color therapy, mantras, herbs, and fortuitous astrological times to conceive. This, however is a subject unto itself.
Babies, the future of our world. If we can nurture them during and after pregnancy, they can be born with stronger immune systems, and live more vital, joyous and spiritual lives. There is an entire branch of Ayurveda devoted to conception, pregnancy, delivery child care and midwifery.
Ayurveda offers the mother a wide range of modalities to nurture, heal, prevent, rejuvenate, and promote Self-Realization in herself and her child. Herbs, gems, color therapy, aromatherapy, massage, meditation, Yoga and astrology (Jyotish), all combine into a holistic approach, for the mind, body and spirit.
The goal of Ayurvedic child care is to provide a most nurturing environment for the mother and baby during and after pregnancy. Even before conceiving, the parents may help insure the health and vitality of their offspring by following healthy lifestyles, nutritional meals, being ethical and compassionate, and still finding time for devotion to Divinity.
Both the husband and wife may use herbs like ashwagandha and shatavari to strengthen their reproductive fluids, hormones and organs to create healthy children. Poor diet, too much or too little exercise, stress, and overwork, all contribute to imbalance and ill health.
As discussed in earlier articles, Ayurveda offers more personalized insights into using various alternative therapies. People are dealt with as individuals rather than as a generic group of humans.
To recap the Ayurvedic approach, people are comprised of various combinations of the five essential elements of life, ether, air, fire, water, and earth. There are three basic doshas (constitutions), predominantly Vayu (air and ether), Pitta (fire), or Kapha (water and earth). Often, people have combinations of two, or sometimes all three of the doshas.
For example, a Vayu person would tend towards containing an excess of air and ether in their body and mind. The qualities of air (light, dry, cool) when in excess, may manifest as dry skin, light-headedness (anxiety, worry, fear), gas, constipation, or bone problems. A Pitta dosha person tends towards an excess of fire.
Symptoms of excess fire include, acne, hyper acidity, ulcers, bleeding disorders, hot temper or impatience. Kapha doshas tending towards an excess of water and earth, exhibit symptoms, including overweight, bronchitis, edema, and lethargy.
People whose constitutions are combinations of two, or all three doshas (tridosha), when aggravated, can have symptoms of the respective doshas. The utility of these insights allows one to follow therapies which help balance persons during pregnancy without imbalancing or creating discomfort to their constitution.
Thus, the Ayurvedic practitioner can help clients heal and rejuvenate with comfort and effectiveness. Herbs, foods, aromas, yoga, etc. for each constitution have been discussed in an earlier article. Let us look as some of the Ayurvedic therapies specifically for pregnancy.
Therapies During Pregnancy
Herbology: For the pregnant mother, Ayurveda suggests a general cleansing and toning using aloe vera gel and turmeric. Nervines and antispasmodics like basil and gotu kola, are recommended for muscle spasms, cramping pain and calm.
Herbs like shatavari and angelica are useful for boosting the immune system of both the mother and fetus. shatavari is considered the best herb for balancing hormone levels and strengthening the reproductive system. Chyavan Prash, a traditional tonic comprised of mainly ghee (clarified butter) and amalaki is another suggested method to boost immune strength.
Raspberry is useful in removing nauseous feelings. There are certain herbs that are not advised while one is pregnant. Among them, saffron and myrrh are contraindicated.
Nutrition: Following one's Ayurvedic diet, according to their dosha brings balance. A general group of foods include, unleavened whole wheat flat bread (chapati or burrito), white basmati rice, moong beans, fresh fruits and vegetables.
Meals are to be of smaller quantity, but eating is to occur more often. Boiled milk (organic and raw if possible), with cinnamon, ghee and raw honey is nourishing. It is taken before bed and/or first thing in the morning. Milk also is said to develop brain tissue.
Vitamin supplements of C and B complex are sometimes useful.
Yoga Postures: In addition to herbs, various hatha yoga exercises are helpful for health and tone, but need to be taught by qualified yoga instructors. Many postures, useful before or in the early stages of pregnancy, are not advised later on.
After the third month of pregnancy, yoga postures are no longer advised, except for simple, gentle stretching, and no postures which require the woman to lie on her expanded belly are healthy.
Three safe postures are, lying on one's back and pushing the small of the back to the floor, then swaying knees to one side and the other; squats, cat pose, and always ending with the corpse pose. It is safest to discontinue yoga postures during the eighth and ninth months.
Aromatherapy: This therapy helps with mental clarity and joy, and is useful for various physical troubles as well. Herbs like lotus, rose, jasmine and geranium are useful for these purposes. For morning sickness, a drop of peppermint oil is smelt every hour until nausea subsides.
Lavender oil applied to the abdomen also helps remove feelings of nausea. To uplift the spirit, aromatic baths using a few drops of lavender, sandalwood, patchouli or ylang-ylang are advised. Sandalwood also is useful for heartburn, applying it externally on the chest.
Flowers, incense and music help make the pregnancy house a most pleasant and comforting environment. Frankincense, cedar, sage and other aromas with antiseptic properties are burnt to keep the house and air clean and sterile.
Massage:
The Ayurvedic texts suggest that the pregnant woman receive an oil massage (abhyanga) on a daily basis. Special attention is given to the feet and legs, abdomen, lower back, neck and shoulders (wherever there is undue pain or pressure).
Gem Therapy:
Moonstones and pearls are advised for mental calm and reproductive system strength. These gems are set in silver and worn on the left ring finger, or as pendants. Gems are to be set to touch the skin for maximum benefit (this therapy is also useful during menopause, hysterectomy, and for cysts and tumors).
Jyotish Astrology: This is actually used to determine favorable times to conceive. If a boy is desired, conception is advised on an even day of the lunar month, and for a girl, on an odd day. The spiritual name of the child is determined by the ruler of the ascendant or navamsha (which ever is stronger) in the child's Vedic astrology chart.
Midwives: Ayurveda spends a good deal of instruction on the need for the pregnant woman to have midwives and other female relatives and friends around her during pregnancy, labor and after delivery (for some months, until she regains her strength).
Labor & Post Partum During labor, the women are advised to chant mantras and auspicious or encouraging words to the woman. The lower back and abdomen are continuously massaged for comfort. A hot clary sage compress is used to help ease labor pains.
When the baby appears, the women loudly pronounce its gender to the woman which helps restore her strength. For the first few days after delivery, myrrh, saffron and other emmenagogues are suggested, which promote circulation and cleanse the uterus. After this, milk and shatavari are suggested to increase breast milk, along with fennel which increases milk flow.
Licorice and chyavan prash, along with shatavari are important toning and rejuvenating herbs.? Oil massage is continued, especially to the abdomen to return tone and prevent stretch marks. A cotton cloth is also wrapped around this region for the same purpose. To prevent or remove post partum depression, jasmine scents are used.
For general aromatherapy healing, a bath with rose, rosemary, lavender, cypress, and geranium (mixed together) may be used.
Ayurvedic Child Care Special mantras, gems, aromas, and herbs are all given to the baby to protect it and help assure auspiciousness. Even today, in some areas of India, the newborn is still cleansed by massaging a mixture of ghee and rock salt. This opens the skin pores, which promote the body's protective and respiratory functioning.
Water and whole wheat flour are still used to massage the baby for the first three days of life. Raw honey is the first food given to the baby (for three days), which allows their digestive systems to develop, and for the true mother's mild to begin to flow. Honey is a natural antiseptic, and mixed with ghee is said to strengthen the immune system.
From birth to around age 18, children are prone to Kapha (water) excesses). This is why they are susceptible to mucus in the lungs, colds, ear infections, bronchitis and pneumonia. The diet is thus more of a Kapha reducing one.
Milk is best served alone, and boiled (with ghee, honey and cinnamon) as it is hard to digest. Yogurt is more easily digested when cardamom or cumin are added, as they help digest foods, and it is best digested in a mixture with water (1/2 yogurt : 1/2 water).
Ghee and sesame oil assist in the child's growth process. Sesame oil massages help calm the child's nervous system and nurture their bodies.
Herbology For Children's Health Conditions
* excess mucus - tulsi, sage, mint
* calm - Brahmi, lavender
* intelligence - calamus (caution required)
* growth - chyvan prash
* colic/gas/distention - cardamom, cumin
* teeth/bones/hair - bala, solomon's seal
From birth to age two, only a pinch of herbs are given.
From age two on, children may take slightly larger doses.
Yoga postures increase children's suppleness. Postures can be turned into a game, imitating animals.
Aromas like lavender and sandalwood help calm hyperactivity. Frankincense cleanses the air and promotes peaceful dreams. Sandalwood and lotus build the immune system.
Meditation includes reading children mythological stories of virtuous deeds of the deities, and showing them the pictures.
Gems are prescribed according to their Jyotish astrology charts to remove malefic planetary effects.
Jyotish astrology reveals the child's innate and Divine abilities, to help parents understand and guide their children according to the child's own life purpose (dharma). Other aspects of the reading show how to remove planetary and karmic obstacles and pave their way for inner and outer success.
Summary Thus we see how the ancient Ayurvedic alternative healing tradition offers spiritual and healthful insights into childbirth. Help is available before, during and afterwards, for both the parents and children, insuring the seeds of tomorrows flowers, the children, will grow up to be healthy, strong, virtuous, and spiritually devoted. Herbs, nutrition, mantras, aromas, yoga, gems, colors, and astrology integrate and offer a truly holistic and natural approach to raising children.
Babies, the future of our world. If we can nurture them during and after pregnancy, they can be born with stronger immune systems, and live more vital, joyous and spiritual lives. There is an entire branch of Ayurveda devoted to conception, pregnancy, delivery child care and midwifery.
Ayurveda offers the mother a wide range of modalities to nurture, heal, prevent, rejuvenate, and promote Self-Realization in herself and her child. Herbs, gems, color therapy, aromatherapy, massage, meditation, Yoga and astrology (Jyotish), all combine into a holistic approach, for the mind, body and spirit.
The goal of Ayurvedic child care is to provide a most nurturing environment for the mother and baby during and after pregnancy. Even before conceiving, the parents may help insure the health and vitality of their offspring by following healthy lifestyles, nutritional meals, being ethical and compassionate, and still finding time for devotion to Divinity.
Both the husband and wife may use herbs like ashwagandha and shatavari to strengthen their reproductive fluids, hormones and organs to create healthy children. Poor diet, too much or too little exercise, stress, and overwork, all contribute to imbalance and ill health.
As discussed in earlier articles, Ayurveda offers more personalized insights into using various alternative therapies. People are dealt with as individuals rather than as a generic group of humans.
To recap the Ayurvedic approach, people are comprised of various combinations of the five essential elements of life, ether, air, fire, water, and earth. There are three basic doshas (constitutions), predominantly Vayu (air and ether), Pitta (fire), or Kapha (water and earth). Often, people have combinations of two, or sometimes all three of the doshas.
For example, a Vayu person would tend towards containing an excess of air and ether in their body and mind. The qualities of air (light, dry, cool) when in excess, may manifest as dry skin, light-headedness (anxiety, worry, fear), gas, constipation, or bone problems. A Pitta dosha person tends towards an excess of fire.
Symptoms of excess fire include, acne, hyper acidity, ulcers, bleeding disorders, hot temper or impatience. Kapha doshas tending towards an excess of water and earth, exhibit symptoms, including overweight, bronchitis, edema, and lethargy.
People whose constitutions are combinations of two, or all three doshas (tridosha), when aggravated, can have symptoms of the respective doshas. The utility of these insights allows one to follow therapies which help balance persons during pregnancy without imbalancing or creating discomfort to their constitution.
Thus, the Ayurvedic practitioner can help clients heal and rejuvenate with comfort and effectiveness. Herbs, foods, aromas, yoga, etc. for each constitution have been discussed in an earlier article. Let us look as some of the Ayurvedic therapies specifically for pregnancy.
Therapies During Pregnancy
Herbology: For the pregnant mother, Ayurveda suggests a general cleansing and toning using aloe vera gel and turmeric. Nervines and antispasmodics like basil and gotu kola, are recommended for muscle spasms, cramping pain and calm.
Herbs like shatavari and angelica are useful for boosting the immune system of both the mother and fetus. shatavari is considered the best herb for balancing hormone levels and strengthening the reproductive system. Chyavan Prash, a traditional tonic comprised of mainly ghee (clarified butter) and amalaki is another suggested method to boost immune strength.
Raspberry is useful in removing nauseous feelings. There are certain herbs that are not advised while one is pregnant. Among them, saffron and myrrh are contraindicated.
Nutrition: Following one's Ayurvedic diet, according to their dosha brings balance. A general group of foods include, unleavened whole wheat flat bread (chapati or burrito), white basmati rice, moong beans, fresh fruits and vegetables.
Meals are to be of smaller quantity, but eating is to occur more often. Boiled milk (organic and raw if possible), with cinnamon, ghee and raw honey is nourishing. It is taken before bed and/or first thing in the morning. Milk also is said to develop brain tissue.
Vitamin supplements of C and B complex are sometimes useful.
Yoga Postures: In addition to herbs, various hatha yoga exercises are helpful for health and tone, but need to be taught by qualified yoga instructors. Many postures, useful before or in the early stages of pregnancy, are not advised later on.
After the third month of pregnancy, yoga postures are no longer advised, except for simple, gentle stretching, and no postures which require the woman to lie on her expanded belly are healthy.
Three safe postures are, lying on one's back and pushing the small of the back to the floor, then swaying knees to one side and the other; squats, cat pose, and always ending with the corpse pose. It is safest to discontinue yoga postures during the eighth and ninth months.
Aromatherapy: This therapy helps with mental clarity and joy, and is useful for various physical troubles as well. Herbs like lotus, rose, jasmine and geranium are useful for these purposes. For morning sickness, a drop of peppermint oil is smelt every hour until nausea subsides.
Lavender oil applied to the abdomen also helps remove feelings of nausea. To uplift the spirit, aromatic baths using a few drops of lavender, sandalwood, patchouli or ylang-ylang are advised. Sandalwood also is useful for heartburn, applying it externally on the chest.
Flowers, incense and music help make the pregnancy house a most pleasant and comforting environment. Frankincense, cedar, sage and other aromas with antiseptic properties are burnt to keep the house and air clean and sterile.
Massage:
The Ayurvedic texts suggest that the pregnant woman receive an oil massage (abhyanga) on a daily basis. Special attention is given to the feet and legs, abdomen, lower back, neck and shoulders (wherever there is undue pain or pressure).
Gem Therapy:
Moonstones and pearls are advised for mental calm and reproductive system strength. These gems are set in silver and worn on the left ring finger, or as pendants. Gems are to be set to touch the skin for maximum benefit (this therapy is also useful during menopause, hysterectomy, and for cysts and tumors).
Jyotish Astrology: This is actually used to determine favorable times to conceive. If a boy is desired, conception is advised on an even day of the lunar month, and for a girl, on an odd day. The spiritual name of the child is determined by the ruler of the ascendant or navamsha (which ever is stronger) in the child's Vedic astrology chart.
Midwives: Ayurveda spends a good deal of instruction on the need for the pregnant woman to have midwives and other female relatives and friends around her during pregnancy, labor and after delivery (for some months, until she regains her strength).
Labor & Post Partum During labor, the women are advised to chant mantras and auspicious or encouraging words to the woman. The lower back and abdomen are continuously massaged for comfort. A hot clary sage compress is used to help ease labor pains.
When the baby appears, the women loudly pronounce its gender to the woman which helps restore her strength. For the first few days after delivery, myrrh, saffron and other emmenagogues are suggested, which promote circulation and cleanse the uterus. After this, milk and shatavari are suggested to increase breast milk, along with fennel which increases milk flow.
Licorice and chyavan prash, along with shatavari are important toning and rejuvenating herbs.? Oil massage is continued, especially to the abdomen to return tone and prevent stretch marks. A cotton cloth is also wrapped around this region for the same purpose. To prevent or remove post partum depression, jasmine scents are used.
For general aromatherapy healing, a bath with rose, rosemary, lavender, cypress, and geranium (mixed together) may be used.
Ayurvedic Child Care Special mantras, gems, aromas, and herbs are all given to the baby to protect it and help assure auspiciousness. Even today, in some areas of India, the newborn is still cleansed by massaging a mixture of ghee and rock salt. This opens the skin pores, which promote the body's protective and respiratory functioning.
Water and whole wheat flour are still used to massage the baby for the first three days of life. Raw honey is the first food given to the baby (for three days), which allows their digestive systems to develop, and for the true mother's mild to begin to flow. Honey is a natural antiseptic, and mixed with ghee is said to strengthen the immune system.
From birth to around age 18, children are prone to Kapha (water) excesses). This is why they are susceptible to mucus in the lungs, colds, ear infections, bronchitis and pneumonia. The diet is thus more of a Kapha reducing one.
Milk is best served alone, and boiled (with ghee, honey and cinnamon) as it is hard to digest. Yogurt is more easily digested when cardamom or cumin are added, as they help digest foods, and it is best digested in a mixture with water (1/2 yogurt : 1/2 water).
Ghee and sesame oil assist in the child's growth process. Sesame oil massages help calm the child's nervous system and nurture their bodies.
Herbology For Children's Health Conditions
* excess mucus - tulsi, sage, mint
* calm - Brahmi, lavender
* intelligence - calamus (caution required)
* growth - chyvan prash
* colic/gas/distention - cardamom, cumin
* teeth/bones/hair - bala, solomon's seal
From birth to age two, only a pinch of herbs are given.
From age two on, children may take slightly larger doses.
Yoga postures increase children's suppleness. Postures can be turned into a game, imitating animals.
Aromas like lavender and sandalwood help calm hyperactivity. Frankincense cleanses the air and promotes peaceful dreams. Sandalwood and lotus build the immune system.
Meditation includes reading children mythological stories of virtuous deeds of the deities, and showing them the pictures.
Gems are prescribed according to their Jyotish astrology charts to remove malefic planetary effects.
Jyotish astrology reveals the child's innate and Divine abilities, to help parents understand and guide their children according to the child's own life purpose (dharma). Other aspects of the reading show how to remove planetary and karmic obstacles and pave their way for inner and outer success.
Summary Thus we see how the ancient Ayurvedic alternative healing tradition offers spiritual and healthful insights into childbirth. Help is available before, during and afterwards, for both the parents and children, insuring the seeds of tomorrows flowers, the children, will grow up to be healthy, strong, virtuous, and spiritually devoted. Herbs, nutrition, mantras, aromas, yoga, gems, colors, and astrology integrate and offer a truly holistic and natural approach to raising children.
Ayurvedic Cure for thyroid Problem-Natural Remedy
Ayurvedic medicine seeks to restore balance to our bodies by returning the doshas, or humors as they are called in Western medicine, to their correct levels.
Here are some signs associated with a low-functioning thyroid
* High levels of lethargy
* Coldness in the hands and/or feet
* Frequent constipation, headaches
* Dry skin
* Obesity is also sometimes related to thyroid dysfunction
The thyroid also controls the hormones that determine obesity and your cholesterol level, so it is important to keep your thyroid in check for many reasons.
Some of the recommended remedies for thyroid condition include:
* Coconut oil for hypothyroidism
* Practicing yoga; in particular the position Sarvangasna, or the shoulder stand
* Include guggul in the diet to stimulate the thyroid, if needed
First, a word of caution about adding the guggul extract to your diet. Before making any changes to your diet make sure you first consult with your primary physician or practitioner in case you are currently taking a medication that might have a negative interaction with the supplement.
Other herbs ayurvedic medicine suggests for thyroid condition include shilajita, jatamansi, and punarnava. These can be obtained by visiting your local health food store, herbalist, or a variety of Internet websites.
Other diet suggestions that might help your thyroid condition:
* Drink lots of hot ginger tea
* Eat lots of raw fruits and vegetables
* Avoid dairy and wheat products
* Avoid salty foods
Another beneficial yoga position is the hala asana, or plow position. Again, a note of caution must be inserted here. It is recommended that a woman who is menstruating should not perform this position. If you are interested in learning how to do these moves, there are many websites available that can teach you the proper techniques for doing them. Some of the better websites even have pictures to help you out.
Constipation is often a huge problem for people who suffer from thyroids. Triphala is an ayurvedic remedy for constipation. Triphala is made up of three fruits, amalaki, haritaki, and bibhitaki, which come from India. It is thought to balance the three doshas, or humors, in ayurvedic thought and is used as a remedy for many other things as well.
he Ayurvedic cure for specific thyroid problems involves the use of a potent herb, Kaanchanara ( Bauhinia veriegata ). Another herb of the genus of East Indian and African trees that yields balsamic products known as Guggulu ( Commiphora mukul ) is widely used for addressing symptoms of thyroid problems like weight gain. Among other herbs, jatamansi, shilajita ( purified asphaltum ), gokshura and punarnava are also used for their curative properties and the management of symptoms associated with thyroid malfunctioning.
Yoga and Ayurveda are complementary to each other. Yoga relies on dietary advice contained in Ayurvedic literature. Similarly, the yogic postures that aid in restoring thyroid function form an integral part of Ayurvedic treatment for thyroid disease.
Herbal and dietary advice and massage therapy based on Ayurvedic principles are fast becoming popular in America and Europe. In reality, this ancient Indian therapy can only make a back door entry into this part of the world, as medical practices in America and Europe are governed by strict regulations that are difficult to meet. Alternative medicine like Ayurveda lags behind due to lack of adequate research and an absence of institutional support. However, Ayurvedic medicine has a strong historical background of effective treatment of various diseases, including thyroid disease.
Here are some signs associated with a low-functioning thyroid
* High levels of lethargy
* Coldness in the hands and/or feet
* Frequent constipation, headaches
* Dry skin
* Obesity is also sometimes related to thyroid dysfunction
The thyroid also controls the hormones that determine obesity and your cholesterol level, so it is important to keep your thyroid in check for many reasons.
Some of the recommended remedies for thyroid condition include:
* Coconut oil for hypothyroidism
* Practicing yoga; in particular the position Sarvangasna, or the shoulder stand
* Include guggul in the diet to stimulate the thyroid, if needed
First, a word of caution about adding the guggul extract to your diet. Before making any changes to your diet make sure you first consult with your primary physician or practitioner in case you are currently taking a medication that might have a negative interaction with the supplement.
Other herbs ayurvedic medicine suggests for thyroid condition include shilajita, jatamansi, and punarnava. These can be obtained by visiting your local health food store, herbalist, or a variety of Internet websites.
Other diet suggestions that might help your thyroid condition:
* Drink lots of hot ginger tea
* Eat lots of raw fruits and vegetables
* Avoid dairy and wheat products
* Avoid salty foods
Another beneficial yoga position is the hala asana, or plow position. Again, a note of caution must be inserted here. It is recommended that a woman who is menstruating should not perform this position. If you are interested in learning how to do these moves, there are many websites available that can teach you the proper techniques for doing them. Some of the better websites even have pictures to help you out.
Constipation is often a huge problem for people who suffer from thyroids. Triphala is an ayurvedic remedy for constipation. Triphala is made up of three fruits, amalaki, haritaki, and bibhitaki, which come from India. It is thought to balance the three doshas, or humors, in ayurvedic thought and is used as a remedy for many other things as well.
he Ayurvedic cure for specific thyroid problems involves the use of a potent herb, Kaanchanara ( Bauhinia veriegata ). Another herb of the genus of East Indian and African trees that yields balsamic products known as Guggulu ( Commiphora mukul ) is widely used for addressing symptoms of thyroid problems like weight gain. Among other herbs, jatamansi, shilajita ( purified asphaltum ), gokshura and punarnava are also used for their curative properties and the management of symptoms associated with thyroid malfunctioning.
Yoga and Ayurveda are complementary to each other. Yoga relies on dietary advice contained in Ayurvedic literature. Similarly, the yogic postures that aid in restoring thyroid function form an integral part of Ayurvedic treatment for thyroid disease.
Herbal and dietary advice and massage therapy based on Ayurvedic principles are fast becoming popular in America and Europe. In reality, this ancient Indian therapy can only make a back door entry into this part of the world, as medical practices in America and Europe are governed by strict regulations that are difficult to meet. Alternative medicine like Ayurveda lags behind due to lack of adequate research and an absence of institutional support. However, Ayurvedic medicine has a strong historical background of effective treatment of various diseases, including thyroid disease.
Aloe Vera Ayurveda
nside the Aloevera leaf is a thin, clear, jelly-like material that is famous as a skin salve. Skin healing requires the increase of blood flow to the injured area, and Aloevera dilates capillaries, which increases blood circulation and speeds healing. Aloevera is an especially effective treament in cases of frostbite. It helps heal all sores, from canker sores to bed sores, as well as burns, abrasions, herpes lesions, hives, insect bites, stings, scalp itchiness, psoriasis, and sunburn pain. Wounds heal more quickly, and infection and scaring is often prevented. Aloevera also protects our skin from exposure to ultra-violet radiation. There are even claims that it can eliminate warts.
Aloevera has amazing anti-inflammatory action in the digestive system. It reduces heartburn, soothes peptic ulcers, eases constipation, and has potential as a treament for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
In our immune system, Aloevera juice can reduce tumor mass and stop spreading some types of cancer. It has the ability to stimulate our immune capacity because of its high content of acemannan, the major carbohydrate in Aloevera leaves and gel. Acemannan may even mimic the function of AZT, making it a treatment for aids patients. Aloevera "shows preliminary signs of boosting aids patients' immune systems and blocking the HIV virus from spreading without toxic side effects. Aloe juice made from both the skin and gel of the plant can also reduce blood sugar and triglyceride levels in diabetes mellitus patients.
Aloevera juice contains a wealth of vitamins, B1, B2, B3, B6, C, choline, minerals, calcium, chlorine, copper, germanium, iron, magnesium lactate, manganese, potassium, silicon, sodium, and sulfer. But its uniqueness lies in its wealth of phytochemicals such as the organic acids chrysophanic, salicylic, succinic, and uric, polysaccharides such as acemannen, enzymes such as glutathione peroxidase, and various resins.
Aloevera has amazing anti-inflammatory action in the digestive system. It reduces heartburn, soothes peptic ulcers, eases constipation, and has potential as a treament for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
In our immune system, Aloevera juice can reduce tumor mass and stop spreading some types of cancer. It has the ability to stimulate our immune capacity because of its high content of acemannan, the major carbohydrate in Aloevera leaves and gel. Acemannan may even mimic the function of AZT, making it a treatment for aids patients. Aloevera "shows preliminary signs of boosting aids patients' immune systems and blocking the HIV virus from spreading without toxic side effects. Aloe juice made from both the skin and gel of the plant can also reduce blood sugar and triglyceride levels in diabetes mellitus patients.
Aloevera juice contains a wealth of vitamins, B1, B2, B3, B6, C, choline, minerals, calcium, chlorine, copper, germanium, iron, magnesium lactate, manganese, potassium, silicon, sodium, and sulfer. But its uniqueness lies in its wealth of phytochemicals such as the organic acids chrysophanic, salicylic, succinic, and uric, polysaccharides such as acemannen, enzymes such as glutathione peroxidase, and various resins.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Ayurvedic Dental Care
Causes of Dental Problems
· Blocking of food particles
· Excessive tartar formation, bad breath, inflammation and ulceration of gums, bleeding from gums
· Toothache due following reasons:
· Dental cavities/decay, consumption of soft drinks, refined carbohydrates, and sugar. Use of too cold or too hot foods/drinks, use of tobacco, khaini, gutka, betal. Smoking, pricking of toothpicks or other such modes to remove trapped food particles within tooth-gaps. Trauma, Accident/Fracture of Jaw-bone, lack of dental hygiene/care.
General Dental Care
· Brush at least twice a day; Vitamin C prevents decay and loosening of the teeth, dental caries, toothache, and bleeding of the gums. Strawberries, tomatoes and amalaki contain good vitamin C content; these can be directly applied on the teeth. Vitamin C helps in removing the plaque on the teeth and makes them whiter Green vegetables; fruits like oranges, lemon, and grapes pomegranates should be included in diet and drink lots of water. It is vital to restrict one's sugar intake, and to make sure that the diet includes plenty of raw vegetables and whole-wheat bread.
· Use of til, cinnamon and clove oil helps to prevent toothache, sore throat and bad breath. Rinsing mouth with mint leaves or chewing parsley leaves can improve the quality of teeth. A clove of garlic with rock salt will relieve the pain. It will also make teeth strong and fit.
· A paste of the bark of bay berry prepared with vinegar helps in the strengthening of gums. Useful Herbs for Whitening of Teeth are Babul, Banyan, Holy Basil, Margosa; neem twigs of these can be used. Mixture of salt with finely powdered rind of lime helps preventing yellowing of teeth
· Blocking of food particles
· Excessive tartar formation, bad breath, inflammation and ulceration of gums, bleeding from gums
· Toothache due following reasons:
· Dental cavities/decay, consumption of soft drinks, refined carbohydrates, and sugar. Use of too cold or too hot foods/drinks, use of tobacco, khaini, gutka, betal. Smoking, pricking of toothpicks or other such modes to remove trapped food particles within tooth-gaps. Trauma, Accident/Fracture of Jaw-bone, lack of dental hygiene/care.
General Dental Care
· Brush at least twice a day; Vitamin C prevents decay and loosening of the teeth, dental caries, toothache, and bleeding of the gums. Strawberries, tomatoes and amalaki contain good vitamin C content; these can be directly applied on the teeth. Vitamin C helps in removing the plaque on the teeth and makes them whiter Green vegetables; fruits like oranges, lemon, and grapes pomegranates should be included in diet and drink lots of water. It is vital to restrict one's sugar intake, and to make sure that the diet includes plenty of raw vegetables and whole-wheat bread.
· Use of til, cinnamon and clove oil helps to prevent toothache, sore throat and bad breath. Rinsing mouth with mint leaves or chewing parsley leaves can improve the quality of teeth. A clove of garlic with rock salt will relieve the pain. It will also make teeth strong and fit.
· A paste of the bark of bay berry prepared with vinegar helps in the strengthening of gums. Useful Herbs for Whitening of Teeth are Babul, Banyan, Holy Basil, Margosa; neem twigs of these can be used. Mixture of salt with finely powdered rind of lime helps preventing yellowing of teeth
Thursday, November 12, 2009
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