Ayurveda For Hair Diseases

 Hair  diseases  are  problems  affecting  the hair, hair follicles  and scalp and includes hair loss, infections, dandruff , premature greying and baldness and sometimes other disorders causing itching and scaling.

Every person wants  shiny and lustrous hair ; be it man or women no one likes the idea of hair fall or balding. In today’s world stress, pollution , chemicals in various hair care products  has led to a widespread problem of premature greying, loss of hair and dandruff. But the good news is that Ayurveda offers  very easy and natural  ways to deal with hair diseases and problems.

Here are some of the common hair problems and their natural cures

Dandruff

Dandruff is a common form of  skin eczema called seborrhea. It is a chronic scalp condition marked by flaking of the skin on your scalp. While dandruff isn't infectious and is seldom serious, it can be embarrassing, itchy  and  sometimes challenging to treat.

Dandruff can happen at any age. A form of dandruff known as cradle cap occurs in new-borns and infants.

Our body in a natural process constantly sheds dead skin cells as new cells are formed. And most of the times this is a gradual process that goes unnoticed. But, there are times when this process can speed up generating excessive amounts of dead skin cells, which causes dandruff.

The main causes of dandruff are – oily skin, overuse of chemical laden  hair products, emotional stress, washing your hair too much or too little, very hot, dry or cold climates, other skin conditions, common fungus called malassezia  also may contribute to dandruff and sometimes a weakened immune system also leads to dandruff.

Symptoms of Dandruff- when you notice tiny, unattached, whitish flakes on your scalp or trapped in hair strand with an itchy feeling, you have a dandruff problem.  But sometimes extreme flaking can also be a symptom of seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, fungal infection or excoriation linked with infestation of head lice.

Ayurveda offers very simple and natural remedies for treating dandruff. All the ayurvedic remedies are completely natural and free of any side effects.

 Hair Loss

The human hair grows approximately 1 centimetre each month. At any point of time most of the hair in the scalp is growing. Once the growth is complete the hair goes into a resting period and falls off and new hair starts to grow in its place.  It is normal to shed some hair every day as it is a part of natural cycle. But the problem arises when you loos too much hair .

You know you are suffering from hair fall when-you can see a receding hairline  toward the top of your scalp, you can find clamps of hair in the drain or tub very time you shower, you can find hair in the bed pillow, chairs that you sit on often, your car seat and clothes.

Hair loss can affect men, women and children and may lead to problems with confidence and self-esteem.

The main causes of hair loss are-

1. certain medical conditions like Thyroid, Alopecia areata, Scalp infections
2. Medications and drugs for ailments like cancer, depression, heart problem, high blood pressure and arthritis
3. Pregnancy and hormonal imbalance
4. High amount of sebum in the scalp clogs the pores of the scalp and prevents nutrients from reaching the hair follicle, resulting in hair loss.
5. Certain hair styles
6. Too much use of chemical laden hair products
7. Poor nutrition
8. Pollution, Stress, anxiety and lack of sleep can also cause hair fall
9.  Dandruff or fungal infection of scalp causes hair fall.
10. Hereditary reasons

In Ayurveda  hair fall is considered a problem of pitta dosha , you need to identify the bad eating habits that are contributing to the increase of pitta in your body. Ayurveda has many natural and very effective remedies  to treat hair fall. Generally the Ayurvedic treatment for hair loss comprises of  a change in diet, meditation, yoga, and the very beneficial  medicated herbal oil massages and medication.

 Premature Greying

Greying of hair is a natural process and is causes due to decline in pigmentation/colour of the hair. Usually, white people start going grey in mid-30s, Asians in their late 30s, and Africans in their mid-40s. Half the people from all over the world have significant amount of grey hair by the time they cross the age of 50.

Premature greying is the condition where a person’ hair starts graying when they are in their 20s; it is a condition where a  young person  also starts to looking much older.

Causes for Premature Greying

• Hereditary-  genes play a very important role in premature graying
• Stressful lifestyle, anxiety, anger and lack of sleep
• Excessive consumption of alcohol, caffeine
• Excessive consumption of greasy , spicy and food
• Continuous and long term use of  harsh shampoo, conditioners, hair gel or hair color, using hair dryer
• Continuous and long term use of  harsh shampoo, conditioners, hair gel or hair color, using hair dryer
• Certain medical conditions like typhoid, anaemia, Hypothyroidism or any other Prolonged illness
• Continuous exposure to heat or sun

As per Ayurveda premature greying of hair is due to vitiation of Pitta Dosha. Ayurveda says that it can be stopped through a change in diet and lifestyle, along with medication. The Ayurvedic treatment for premature greying combines diet, herbs, oil massage, meditation and yoga.

 Baldness or Alopecia

Baldness means partial or complete loss of hair. It is a common form of hair loss in both men and women. In men, this condition is also known as male-pattern baldness ; where there is a well-defined pattern of hair loss beginning above both temples. The pattern of hair loss in women differs from male-pattern baldness. In women, the hair becomes thinner all over the head, and the hairline does not recede.  In women rarely there are cases of  total baldness.

To become progressively bald is a normal part of the ageing process for most men. No treatment is wanted or needed by most affected men. For some men, baldness can be stressful, particularly if it is excessive or occurs early in life. Treatment may then help.

Causes of Baldness

• Hypothyroidism is an underproduction of certain hormones and is the most common cause of baldness also known as alopecia
• If you have diabetes or have arthritis, it’s a kind of autoimmune disease  that  happen when the body’s own immune system erroneously attacks and destroys healthy body tissues and cells. When the body’s immune system attacks hair follicles or other cells or tissues vital to hair growth and upkeep, it can result in baldness
• Various types of infection like a fungal scalp infection can lead to hair loss
• Chemotherapy , anti-thyroid medicine and some other medications
• Vitamin and mineral deficiency in the body- such as Vitamin B 12
• Severe Stress- Severe stress typically sends the body into a state of shock, flooding it with various hormones and metabolites that may cause hair loss
• Genes –heredity plays an  important role in baldness

 Kairali Ayurveda for Hair Problems and hair loss

Ayurveda belives that hair loss happens mainly due to aggravated Pitta Dosha. Pitta dosha in the body is augmented by warm climatic conditions, excessive and undue intake of spicy, salty and sour food,  tea, coffee, alcohol, meats and excessive smoking. Regularly eating oily, greasy, dried and acidic foods also exaggerates Pitta. Ayurveda along with natural products advises a change in diet, lifestyle and various massages for hair problems.

Kairali Ayurveda provides very beneficial and effective treatment for hair loss.  Some of the  most effective Kairali Ayurveda products for hair loss are-

1. KairOil-  Kairali's Ayurvedic  hair oil  is your one stop, herbal solution to beautiful, thick and lustrous hair. This product revitalizes hair, increasing the melanin content of your hair, controls dandruff and delays premature greying.
2. Kairwash ( Kairali Ayurvedic’s Powder Shapoo) - Kairali combines technical expertise with traditional ingredients in Kairwash, which provide utmost hair care and nourishment.
3. Neelibringadi Kera Thailam – this is most famous Ayurvedic herbal hair oil for problems related to hair growth. Apart from hair-fall, premature graying, dry and brittle hair ,this particular oil treats dandruff well on regular use.
4. Doordurapatradi Thailam - Ayurvedic medicated hair oil prepared especially for the infection of scalp with dandruff and scabies. It also alleviates itching and burning sensation of scalp and promotes the growth of hair as well.
5. Kayyanyadi Kera Thailam -  A renowned Ayurvedic oil prepared with Coconut oil as base, which evidently improves hair growth, checks hair fall and dandruff. Its regular use imparts coolness to scalp and provides sound sleep.
6. Henna Shampoo is enriched with natural properties and is gentle on hair, soothes dry scalp and nourishes, conditions & restores hair’s natural moisture balance.
7. Natural Hair Conditioner- ultimate Hair conditioner to keep your hair healthy and shining. Use of this Hair conditioner regularly to repair incidental damages also helps in manageability of the hair.
8. Arnica Shampoo is an advanced formula that penetrates the scalp and hair and treats the root causes of disturbance and builds elasticity.

Ayurveda for Abdominal Diseases

 The abdomen is the area below the chest and above the pelvis  and is often in a laymen’s term called the belly.

 Obesity

Obesity means having too much body fat. It is different from being overweight, which means weighing too much. It is a type of disorder complex disorder where there is an accumulation of excessive amount of body fat. Obesity isn't just a cosmetic concern, it poses as a major risk to your health  as it increases the  risk of diseases like  heart disease, diabetes , high blood pressure, gallbladder disease, breathing problems, gynaecological diseases and cancer . Being very obese means you are particularly likely to have various health problems.

One is considered obese when that individual's body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher. For most adults:

·         a BMI of 18.5 – 24.9 is considered as normal

·         BMI of 25 - 29.9 is considered as  overweight

·          BMI of 30 - 39.9 is considered obese

·          BMI of 40 or above is severely obese

BMI is not every time definitive  diagnose for  obesity , people who are  muscular sometimes have a high BMI, without excess fat – but for most people, it can be a useful indication of whether they may be overweight.

The main cause of obesity is when you eat too many calories and burn too little calories. Obesity does not happen in day,  when over a period of time a person continues to have a unhealthy diet and is inactive it results to obesity. Sometimes obesity can be caused due to lack of sleep or as a side effect of certain mediation.

As per Ayurveda  our body has seven main dhatus and in obese people  the Medha  dhatu is in excess. Ayuyrveda prescribes  ayurvedic medicines along with various oil magssages and ditery corrections to remove obstructed Kapha and let all Dhatus nourish equally.

 Indigestion

Indigestion also known as dyspepsia is the feeling of  discomfort in the upper belly or abdomen.  It usually occurs during or right after eating. You know you have indigestion when you  get a burning sensation or pain in the area between the naval the lower part of the breastbone just after a meal  or an  unpleasant feeling of fullness that comes on soon after a meal begins or when the meal is over.

Other symptoms of indigestion include – Acidic taste in mouth, bloated stomach, belching, nausea, flatulence, burning in the stomach or upper abdomen and  abdominal pain.

Indigestion is a common problem in adults and can occur at any point of time. Usually indigestion is triggered due to- regularly eating greasy  and  spicy food, drinking too much alcohol, overeating, stress and anxiety, drinking too much caffeine and excessive smoking of tobacco.

 Sometimes indigestion is also caused due to some other complications like  gallstones, gastric, swelling of the pancreas (pancreatitis), Ulcers (stomach or intestinal ulcer) and use of certain medicines such as antibiotics, aspirin, steroids  and over-the-counter pain medicines.

People suffering from indigestion must not eat spicy and greasy food. A light food with occasional fasting is suggested. Drinking plain soda water gives immediate relief to bloated stomach and  acidity. One should avoid the use of alcohol, tobacco, meat, red pepper, sour foods, pickles, strong tea and coffee and sweets. It is recommended that when suffering from indigestion one must drink lots of water and stay away from stress and anxiety.

As per Ayurveda indigestion occurs when the body agni is imbalanced by the dietary and the environmental factors.

Constipation

Constipation is defined medically as fewer than three stools per week and severe constipation as less than one stool per week. Almost every person has suffered from constipation at some point of time or other. Constipation is the symptom where a person has trouble passing stool in regular basis. Constipated people generally suffer from painful bowel movement and often experience straining, bloating and the feeling of full bowel.

You can consider yourself constipated if - you have two or more of the following for at least 2- 3  months: Strain during a bowel movement most of the times, frequent hard stools, Incomplete evacuation and three or fewer bowel movements in a week.

Constipation happens when there is a problem in colon. When the colon does not function properly, the result is a build-up of offensive and highly poisonous wastes in the bowel, which not only contaminate the body through absorption with the blood but also disrupts the whole digestive process.

Some of the common causes of constipation are- inadequate intake of water, lack of fibre in diet, insufficient activity or exercise , stress, overuse of laxatives, Irritable bowel syndrome, pregnancy, lack of sleep and anxiety, eating disorder and in some cases it is due to side effects of some medication.

According to Ayurveda constipation is caused due to aggravation of doshas and toxin build up in the body.

Hiccoughs

A hiccough also commonly known as the hiccup is a sudden, reflex spasm of the diaphragm muscle. When this muscle spasms, the vocal cords snap shut, producing the hiccup sound. The general cause of hiccup is some irritation of the nerve of the diaphragm, which produces abrupt contractions. Disorder of the digestion may also be the cause of hiccups.

In most of the cases  hiccups go away on their own within a short period of time but in some cases it might last for 3- 48 hours and disturb the eating  and  sleeping habits. Prolonged hiccups occur due to some medical problem and needs attention.

According to Ayurveda, hiccups are triggered because of the aggravation and upward movement of vayu. Disorder in the digestion process can also cause hiccup.

The main Causes of hiccups are- suddenly swallowing any irritating or spicy substance, diseases of the pleura, uremia, alcoholism, use of certain medications and drugs, bladder irritation, stomach disorder and emotional anxiety and stress.

Acidity

Acidity is a very common health problem but can pose grave dangers if left untreated or unchecked. Acidity occurs when there is excess secretion of acids in the gastric glands and the intestine of the stomach. When the acid secretion is more than normal, we get the feeling of heartburn. Our intestines and stomach produces acid to break down and digest the food, this is a regular and normal process.

The most common causes of acidity are – bad dirt habits, eating junk and greasy food, not chewing the food properly, inadequate intake of water, being  stressed while eating, over consumption of alcohol , smoking, skipping breakfast, not eating proper meals in the day and in certain cases intake of medications and drugs. Basically a undisciplined lifestyle with improper combination of food can result into acidity.

Common symptoms of acidity are- burning sensation in the stomach, heartburn, sour burps, feeling of nausea, lack of interest in foods and dyspepsia.

Frequent acidity is very bad for the overall health and can lead to growth of stomach ulcers.

Ayurveda believes that those individuals who suffer from an pitta imbalance are more  susceptible to indigestion, acidity and ulcers.  Stress, anger, impatience, greasy spicy foods, and environmental factors such as extreme heat can aggravate pitta.

Ayurveda and Abdominal Disorders

Ayurveda treats each individual as unique and so the treatments for obesity, indigestion , acidity  and all other abdominal diseases also differs.

Kairali Ayurvedic Group has some of the best Ayurvedic medications for abodomenial diseases.

Lipidex Herbal Weight Loss Capsules -  Aiding your body in the proper digestion of food, Lipidex – Herbal Weight loss capsules removes excess fat from your body and converts extra carbohydrates to glycogen.

Varanadi kashayam  is a drug of its kinds in the category of anti obesity drugs. It is highly effective in obesity, liver disorders, internal abscess, indigestion and chronic ailments related to rheumatoid arthritis.

Astha Chooranam  is a  highly effective Ayurvedic medicine in powder form, which is useful in anorexia, indigestion, flatulence and constipation. It is widely used among children because of its safety and efficacy.

Avipathy choornam is a widely used Ayurvedic herbal powder for safe and effective purgation. It cures skin diseases, uterine dysfunction, recurrent constipation and flatulence.

Spazyme  is an ideal solution for the continued support of the digestive tract. Spazyme helps to maintain the natural balance of essential organisms (such as probiotics) in the digestive tract, further promoting easy, healthy digestion and thus help in the upkeep of abdomen.

Sexual Health With Ayurveda

Sexual health is a very wide  topic and it may mean the physical, emotional, mental and social wellbeing in relation to sexuality, and not simply the absence of disease, dysfunction or infirmity.

Premature Ejaculation

Premature ejaculation is a common sexual complaint it occurs when a man ejaculates sooner during sexual intercourse than he or his partner would like. This  is a annoying problem that can reduce the enjoyment of sex, harm relationships and affect quality of life.  Though occasional premature ejaculation is fine but when the problem occurs frequently and causes distress to the man or his partner, treatment is the only option.

As of date no one knows the exact cause of premature ejaculation. Psychological factors such as anxiety, guilt, or depression can cause premature ejaculation. In some cases, premature ejaculation may be related to a medical cause such as hormonal problems, injury, or a side effect of certain medicines.

Treatment and Prevention :

In many cases premature ejaculation gets resolved on its own with time and experience.  Practicing relaxation techniques, yoga and being stress free  or using distraction methods also helps in  delaying ejaculation. For many men, stopping or cutting down on the use of alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs also helps in gaining control over premature ejaculation.

Impotency or Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction also known as impotence is the inability to achieve or sustain an erection for satisfactory sexual activity. Having erection trouble from time to time isn't necessarily a cause for concern. But if erectile dysfunction is an on-going problem, it may cause stress, cause relationship problems or affect your self-confidence.

Erectile dysfunction can vary -  for some it may be a total disability to get an erection or an inconsistent to do so and for some it means tendency to have only brief erections.

Causes erectile dysfunction-

·         In most cases erectile dysfunction happens due to narrowing of the arteries that take blood to the penis. Arteries that carry blood to the penis may narrow due to old age, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, some other disease or injury and regular smoking.

·         Sometimes erectile dysfunction may be caused by certain diseases like diabetes, multiple sclerosis, a stroke, and Parkinson’s disease.

·         Lack of a hormone called testosterone which is made in the testes.

·         Injury to the nerves going to the penis or spinal cord injury

·         Extreme alcohol or drug abuse

·         Psychological reasons like stress, depression, mental anxiety.

Erectile dysfunction can be treated at any age. Treatment depends on your overall health and the underlying cause of the problem.

Infertility

Infertility primarily refers to the biological inability of a person to contribute to conception after a year of unprotected intercourse. In women it is the inability to conceive or carry on a pregnancy to its full term. For men infertility means the inability to contribute to pregnancy due to either sperm disorder or some other unidentified factors.

You can know that you have infertility problems  when  you and your  partner have been trying regularly to conceive for at least one year and are unable to do so.

 The main causes of infertility in men are-problems with the delivery of sperm or les sperm count, over exposure to certain chemicals and toxins, prior cancer treatment, extreme stress.

The main causes of infertility in women are- ovulation disorders, fallopian tube damage or blockage, uterine or cervical abnormalities like fibroids, growth of endometrial tissue outside of the uterus, thyroid conditions, prior cancer treatments, over age, certain medications, tobacco use, alcohol or drug use, stress,  obesity or some other disease like sickle cell disease, kidney problem and diabetes.

Many factors causing infertility can be overcome by medications, diet , exercise and a change in lifestyle.

Ayurveda for Sexual Health

Ayurveda believes that sex is an essential aspects of our life or dincharya. For a healthy life it is important to have a healthy sex life and a satisfying sexual union, bequeaths you and your partner with health and vitality.

Ayurveda emphasises that a stress free lifestyle, a good diet, equal involvement of both partners and a nice ambience plays an important role in satisfying sex and fertility.

Kairali Ayurveda has many products and therapies that can help you overcome your sexual limitations and aid you to lead a healthy and happy sex life. There are many massages prescribed in the ancient Ayurvedic texts that can improve the sexual life of both men and women.

Use of herbal ayurvedic medication can induce sexual pleasure and excitement, increase sexual stamina and promote fertile seminal secretions.

Durance Capsules is for sexual problems (Premature ejaculation, nocturnal emissions, spermatorrhoea, sexual neurosis, other sexual conditions)faced by men.

Duravin Capsules is to improve vigor and vitality. It can be consumed by booth men and women.

Narasimha Rasayanam is a unique Ayurvedic medicine and a dietary supplement beneficial in rejuvenation, improving immune system and to increase the libido.

 Kairali Ayurvedic Centre Featured in Wedding Vows

 Kairali Ayurvedic Centre and  Mrs Gita Ramesh were featured in a wonderful article published in  the  Wedding Vows June 2014 Issue.  Wedding Vows is India’s Favourite wedding Lifestyle Magazine. From bridal fashions to relationship tips to wellness columns to honeymoon ideas it is a widely  popular magazine for anyone who is planning a wedding.

 Lose  Weight  The  Ayurvedic  Way

Ayurveda can be the solution for your ever - expanding waistline and weight management needs. Janani Govindakutty finds out about this ancient science of losing weight.

Weight loss is one of the biggest concerns of modern urban life. Plausible solutions lie in the ancient system of  natural and holistic medicine – Ayurveda.

The traditional Ayurvedic practices can pave way to the right body composition that everybody aspires to attain.

The Ayurvedic approach to achieving your ideal weight is based on taking a realistic look at your body type and what it can be, and then nourishing it back to natural health.

In Ayurveda, being overweight is an indication of Vata, Pita and Kapha dosha or energy systems. When any of the dosha accumulates in the body beyond the desirable limit, the body loses its balance and disease manifests. Hence balancing these three kinds of dosha in our becomes essential. Read on to find out about the energy systems. These individually or a combination of these form your prakriti or nature.

Kapha type: Do you have a strong frame with an athletic build? Does exercising regularly help manage your tendency to gain weight? Your constitution is kapha type. According to Dr. Gita Ramesh (Join-Managing Director, Kairali Ayurvedic Group), “ The kapha types are most prone to obesity. An imbalance in kapha increases the production of toxins (ama) that accumulate in medovahi strota ( fat channels)”. Following the right lifestyle can prevent ama production. Dr. Gita adds, “Avoid fattening products. Drinking lots of water and occasional fating is the best solution.”

Kapha – based insomnia is are; it is when you go to bed early and find yourself involuntarily awakening before 9 p.m. Try these Ayurvedic remedies: Mix a teaspoon of brahmi  with honey and drink. Give yourself a head and foot massage with olive oil, olive and mustard or sesame oil.

The kapha types need regular, vigorous exercise. Sports that require stamina and physical endurance are best. Sweat it out with aerobics, cycling, running, weight-lifting and football. Exposure to new environments , people, and occasional fasting will help the kapha dosha types.

 Pitta type: Your constitution is  Pitta  type if you are of medium build and have an intense appetite? Usually they have strong digestive prowess. Albeit, when pitta  is imbalanced, it results in poor digestion, as the digestive prowess is low. Thu, food isn’t processed properly which can result in obesity. If they miss a meal they are likely to become grumpy.

Pitta  insomnia is when you either have trouble getting sleep or you wake up before 2 a.m and you can’t get back to sleep. Indulge in aromatherapy: Put a few drops of sandalwood, marjoram, or benzoin resin oil (vanilla scented) into  your bath. Massage warm ghee onto your head and the bottoms of your feet.

For the Pitta  type moderate amount of exercise is good. Sports that help you stay cool are the best. Go swimming, surfing, skiing and ice-skating.

Vata type : Are you underweight? Persons with vata   dosha   cannot absorb nutrients properly from food. They often fail to eat and sleep regularly, swinging from eating heavy foods to sedating themselves, or ingesting stimulants like coffee and sugar to sustain physical or mental activity. Insomnia an low immunity are common problems. Vata persons wake up in the middle of the night (after 2 a.m.) and have trouble falling back to sleep. These Ayurvedic measures will help: Before going to bed, rub your head and feet with warm sesame oil or take a bath infused with fennel, orange, and tulsi oil. One can drink tea made from brahmi,  an  Ayurvedic herb. Try hot almond milk with any or all the following: chopped dates, coconut flakes, cardamom, ginger, or honey.

If you are the vata type you need less exercise than pitta or kapha types. Lo impact sports are the best. Practice dance aerobics, gymnastics, yoga and walking.

There are several therapies and treatments for overweight persons that help loe excess weight and eliminate the unwanted body fat in a short span of time.

The therapies are  Abhyangam, Elakizhi, Udwarthana, Vasti, ect. These therapies remove flab and helps tone your abdomen muscles, hips and thighs. For all the treatments a personalized consultation with an Ayurvedic doctor is recommended. The doctor will help you tailor- make your treatment according to your body composition. Try some of the following Ayurvedic treatments at renowned Ayurvedic centres.

Udwartana at Kairali Ayurvedic Centre: It is a special Ayurvedic therapeutic massage in which herbal powders are used to massage the body to improve the blood circulation, reduce cellulite and tone up the muscles. This massage creates friction, which opens the pores, removes blockages in vessels, increases the heat in the tissue  percolates inside to stimulate fat metabolism.

Panchakarma at Ayur Ganga Spa, Ganga Kinare: According to Dr. Manish Patwardhan (MD, Ayur Ganga Spa- Ganga Kinare), “ Vatta, Pitta and Kapha are the three doshas that are responsible for the  physiology and the proper functioning of the human body. When imbalance is much grave and serious then correcting this imbalance through Panchkarma treatment  is advisable.” The Panchakarma treatment at Ganga Kinare involves:

a) Vamana/Emesis:  Correcting the dosha by giving patient some decoctions, juices or milk for consumption and making them vomit.

b) Virechana/Purgation: Evacuation of the bowels brought about by administration of purging herbs to balance the dosha.

c) Basti/Enemas: Administration of oil or decoctions through the anal tract for correction of the dosha.

d) Rakta Mokshana/Blood purification: By removing blood from the body or introducing lched to suck bold.

e)  Nayasa: Administration of oils or herbal powders through nasal tract to remove the dosha affecting the head, neck and face region.

Adopt the Ayurvedic lifestyle to lead a healthy balanced life. Make small changes in your daily routine and work towards a new identity and body composition that is commendable. The Ayurvedic approach will help you devise a tranquil aura, brining all positive energy in your life and making it an exhilarating experience.

 Published on:  June 2014

Ayurveda is a complex system of traditional medicine native to the Indian subcontinent that has roots stretching back 5000 years. The goal of Ayurveda treatment is to maintain the health of a healthy person and heal the illness of a sick person. Ayurveda emphasizes more on prevention of diseases rather than its cure. The ayurvedic treatment is given not only for the ailments or the affected parts, but to the person as a whole. This creates an environment for purifying the body naturally, which eliminates all toxic imbalances, enabling to regain natural resistance from diseases and attain good health.

History shows us that while the West was still developing, India was already a developed civilization.  Ayurveda developed and gained popularity in this brilliant ancient culture, doctors here knew how to sew wounds, drain fluids, remove kidney stones, perform basic surgery, and treat numerous ailments and all this is documented in the Susrutha Samhita, the oldest known surgical text.

Then along came Western allopathic medicine, they identified viruses and bacteria and genes and offered the humankind with quick fix solution for ailments and ills and Ayurveda was left behind. But in recent times  Ayurveda has again gained huge popularity all across the globe as people are realising the side effects and the problems that are associated with allopathic medicines.

Though there are many articles and  write ups denouncing ayurvedic medicine and citing the ill effects of it the truth is  that -  Ayurveda  practised  in its true form  can  do  no harm.  One  has to know that  everything  herbal is  not  Ayurveda,  only  those which follows  texts  written  thousands  of  years  ago and  manufacture  the  ayurvedic  medicines as per the guidelines  that are  prescribed   are  true to the tenants of Ayurveda. The Ayurveda philosophy believes that treatment varies according to individual constitution. Ayurveda holds that each human possesses a unique combination of Doshas as the ratio varies from person to person.

A few ayurvedic medicines do use herbo-mineral compounds, however ethical manufacturers do make sure that these are processed and purified as mentioned in the texts. In majority of the ayurvedic medicines metals are never added rather it is organic herbs that are given prevalence. Ayurveda is an ancient system that includes medicines, meditation, exercise and dietary guidelines practiced by millions of adherents on the Indian subcontinent and increasingly in the West. Ayurvedic treatment is non-invasive and non-toxic, so it can be used safely as an alternative therapy or alongside conventional therapies.

Overall, Ayurveda is not only treatment but a way of life. It does not only prescribe ayurvedic medicines for an ailment rather it uses herbs, herbal-mineral combination, massage, meditation and yoga. It emphasizes on physical, mental and spiritual well-being and this itself is enough to prove that any treatment process that is based on organic herbs and  yoga and meditation cannot have harmful side effects. Moreover, Ayurveda gives you an in-depth knowledge of life and helps achieve - dharm, arth, kama and moksha.

One must keep in mind to always go to a reputed ayurvedic practitioner or always buy the ayurvedic medicines of a reputed brand. Kairali Group has four generations of expertise in Ayurvedic medicine and it formulates the most authentic treatments using natural ingredients. All the ayurvedic products are manufactured using completely organic and natural ingredients and under strict supervision of Kairali’s own staff  there is no threat of side effects or toxicity.

Kairali’s state of art manufacturing facility at Tamil Nadu and Bangalore are equipped in the most up-to-date manner and follows very high standard of quality control system. Each ayurvedic product is a result of in depth research, a number of quality control checks and meticulous work of a highly skilled and dedicated work force. Due to a combination of all these factors Kairali ayurvedic products uphold such a standard that ayurveda has never seen.

Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient Indian system of medicine which began about 5,000 years ago. It is not just one treatment. It is a way of diagnosing illness and using a wide range of natural and holistic treatments and techniques for cure. Traditional Indian Ayurvedic herbal products uses complex treatment approaches, including manual therapies, lifestyle and nutritional advice, dietary supplements, medication, yoga, and purification techniques.

As many patients from all over the world turn to ayurveda and other forms of treatment after trying out allopathy, the efficacy of this ancient form of Indian system of medicine is on test.

"Ayurveda is not an alternative medicine anymore in the U.S., but complementary", Daniel E Furst, Director of Clinical Research at the David Geffen School of Medince at UCLA.

In this article you can find the data of some actual studies done in the field of Ayurveda to prove its efficacy-

      A leading website of the USA http://www.cancer.org reports that although Ayurveda has been largely untested by Western researchers, there is a growing interest in integrating some parts of the system into modern medical practice. In fact, a few of the herbs and substances have been purified into drugs that are used (along with other medicines) to treat cancer. Early studies suggest that other parts of Ayurveda may have potential therapeutic value. The National Cancer Institute (NCI) in the USA  funded a series of laboratory studies to evaluate two Ayurvedic herbal remedies (called MAK-4 and MAK-5). The studies so far have shown some promise against tumors in rats and cancer cells.

      In a controlled clinical trial of cancer patients in India, researchers found an Ayurvedic herb mixture worked as well as a standard laxative for relieving constipation caused by pain relieving drugs. In 2 small controlled clinical trials, an herb used in Ayurveda was found to reduce symptoms in patients with Parkinson’s disease.

      During a 1993 study in the USA researchers evaluated the effects of pancha karma on risk factors for heart disease in thirty-one adults. Patients who participated in a multimodal program were found to have an 80 percent increase in dilation capacity of their circulatory system three months after the treatment, indicating improved function. Total cholesterol was reduced in all the participants, with a reduced measure of free radical damage and significantly reduced anxiety.

      Among the most recent demonstration projects is one funded by NCCAM and carried out by Dr. David Simon at the Sharp Institute for Human Potential and MindBody Medicine in San Diego. This study compared the effects of an Ayurvedic health promotion program with the effects of a Western program among ninety healthy individuals. Participants were randomized to one of three groups: a group that received no treatment; one that received Ayurvedic treatment in the form of meditation, Ayurvedic diet, and yoga; and a group that received a Western program of Jacobsen progressive relaxation training, a low-fat, low-salt diet, and aerobic exercise. Eighty-eight subjects completed the one-year trial.In both treatment groups, health-related quality of life was found to be improved, with the Ayurvedic group showing greater improvement than the Western group in health perceptions, and in decreased use of Western prescription medications.

      A combination of turmeric and neem (Azadirachta indica) was found by Dr. Victor Charles of the Medical and Cancer Research and Treatment Centre of Nagercoil, India, in a 1992 study of 814 subjects, to be useful in treating scabies, with a 97 percent rate of cure within three to fifteen days of treatment. Such herbal preparations commonly have many fewer undesirable side effects than the pharmacological compounds that are used to treat parasites.

      During a 1994 study in India by Drs. Dwivedi and Agourwal, a bark preparation of Terminalia Arjuna was evaluated in fifteen patients with stable and unstable angina. Among patients with stable angina there was a 50 percent reduction in anginal episodes.

      At the Southern Illinois University School of Medicine, Dr. Bala Manyam evaluated the potential of a powdered preparation of the Ayurvedic herb Mucuna pruriens in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. During the twelve-week 1997 study, patients showed significant improvement. Only some reported mild side effects.

Ayurveda has principles and methodologies proved on scientific basis. It is not regarded as science by many as it did not develop inside any lab. But Ayurveda also has its branches like any other sciences and is a medicinal practice that is holistic and completely developed and practised since long in India. 

Kairali has always been there to fight the health problems no matter what the characteristics of the problem may be. Big or small, Kairali Ayurvedic Group makes sure to bring the change in you and your health by modifying your lifestyle in a special and natural way. Here is a unique “health and fitness programme” by Kairali to eliminate excess fat from the body thus reducing weight without exercises and diet restrictions. Herbal oil massages and ayurvedic medicines not only help one to lose excess weight but also reorganize the whole body in a time period of few weeks. What is most outstanding is that it is said to be the most natural and healthy way to lose excess weight. This is far away from the fear of any complications and side effects related to weight loss. There will be a long term effect as there will be no water loss from the body. This particular weight loss regimen aids in dipping cholesterol levels, prevents lipid depositions and maintains years of healthy, active and vigorous life. The primary aim of the fortnightly schedule to fight obesity is also to eliminate toxic factors that cause diseases. The intention is to facilitate a wellness facility for everyone.

Besides wellness, the ayurvedic herbal massage oil treatment tones up the skin which imparts shine to the skin leaving you look younger by years. This promises to give you the very desired free, vibrant skin and a healthy glowing complexion even after reducing weight by kilos. During massage, herbal oils penetrates deep inside the skin thus nourishing the whole body system and reducing the power of toxins so that the body can expel these out easily. The effect of Ayurvedic nutrients is said to be extended deeper to the tissue cells, bones and the very nerves due to direct penetration. The added advantage is that these special herbal oil massages besides nullifying away the excess fat removes flabbiness toning up the abdominal muscles, bulky hips, fatty thighs, with an overall reduction of a few inches in the growth within a week, with a youthful proportionate shape and soft glowing skin, what more does one wish for.

Recipe for Maintaining Weight

Things Required:                  

100 gms carrot

100 gms green peas

 1 large onion

 100 gm green beans

What to do??

Clean and cut the entire vegetables and pressure cook with 4 cups of water. Blend these vegetables and make it into a thick soup. Add salt and pepper. This is very good for lunch/dinner with rice or chappati (bread) to get all the nourishments required and also will not add up to your weight. You could also add any other green vegetables available in your country.

Menu for Losing Weight

Breakfast : One should contain only seasonal fresh fruits with no sugar syrups.

Lunch : Fresh light soup with no butter or any type of oils with rice/chappati/bread.

Dinner : Fresh light soup with no butter or any type of oils with rice/chappati/bread, and fresh fruits

For More Details Pls Click & Read our Cook Book.

Kairali’s Ayurvedic Healing Village in Kerala offers intensive healing programs for various serious health ailments. It is one of  the best wellness spa and health resort dedicated to the authentic practice of Ayurveda and is also a  registered Ayurvedic Hospital. This  is one of the few ayurvedic wellness  resorts to get a Green Leaf Certification from Government of Kerala  and  is very well known globally for its fine ayurvedic products and  treatment  methods.

Ayurveda  for  Arthritis

The   mainstream   healthcare   industry is   for  long  has been  looking  for   a  permanent  cure  for  arthritis and has  been  spending  huge amount  of money  is  the  into research and development  of  the same. But  the main focus  of  allopath  medication  is on  alleviation of the pain  and  not complete cue.

Ayurveda,  on the other hand, stresses on a natural  approach  that  helps  to completely  eliminate arthritis  through  a  planned implementation of diet, lifestyle ,  ayurvedic  medications and  massages. According  to Ayurveda mostly pains are caused by the aggravation of vata (air) dosha. Arthritis is a condition  which  is caused  due  to    accumulation  of  ama  and  aggravation of  vata. This  ama circulates  in  the  whole  body  and  gets  collected  at  the weaker  parts  and  joints  of the  body  and  triggers   arthritis.

Causes 

When the joints are inflamed in arthritis  it causes breakdown of the cartilage. Cartilage normally protects a joint, allowing it to move smoothly. Cartilage also absorbs shock when pressure is placed on the joint, such as when you walk. Without the normal amount of cartilage, the bones rub together, causing pain, swelling (inflammation), and stiffness.

The  main  causes  of  arthritis  are  general  wear  and  tear of  joints,  previously broken bones, old age,   any   infection   caused   by   bacteria   or  virus   and  an   autoimmune disease  where the  body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue.

The Risk  factors 

Family history. Your genes can make you more susceptible to environmental factors that may trigger arthritis.

Age. The risk of many types of arthritis — including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and gout — increases with age.

Your sex. Women are more likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis, while most of the people who have gout are men.

Previous joint injury.  People who have injured a joint, perhaps while playing a sport, are more likely to eventually develop arthritis in that joint.

Obesity.  Carrying excess pounds puts stress on joints, particularly your knees, hips and spine. Obese people have a higher risk of developing arthritis.

Types

The  most  common types of arthritis  include Osteoarthritis ,   Ankylosing  spondylitis,   Gonococcal arthritis ,  Gout,   Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis ,   Systemic lupus erythematosus,    Psoriatic arthritis ,  Reactive arthritis ,   Rheumatoid arthritis  and   Scleroderma .

Symptoms

Detection of this condition is generally done after a person  undergoes  a  proper  check-up   but  the most common  symptoms  of  arthritis  are stiffness in  the joints,  joint pin  , joint swelling,  redness of the skin around a joint,  reduced ability to move the joint, warmth around a joint  and  in  many  cases  difficulty  in  movements  specially  in  the mornings.

Remedies

Physical therapy and occupational therapy help maintain joint mobility and range of motion. How much therapy you need, and what kind of therapy will depend on many factors, such as the severity and type of arthritis you have, your age, and your general state of health.

Ayurveda  believes  that  arthritis  can  be completely  cured  and that  to naturally without  any side effects . Change   in   lifestyle   and   food   habits   can result   in   considerable  relief   from    the pain and  discomfort  of  arthritis. One  must    increase  the intake  of  foods  which are easily digestible   and   avoid    eating    hot,  spicy   and  fried foods, sweets,   wind-forming food,  raw  salads  and  red meat.  Fasting  is very beneficial   for   digesting   the   ama. The fasting could be complete or partial depending on the strength of the person, season and place.    Body massage with  herbal oils  and   detoxification therapies in Ayurveda are very powerful to cure the root cause of arthritis.

Recommended Ayurvedic Products

CheriyaRasanadi   Kashayam   is   an   effective   medicine for  arthritis.  Its   Ingredients   like   Vrisha, patola,   harithaki   and   other  herbs   acts  effectively   against   the    paithika    condition like redness,   burning   sensation   and tenderness. The nervous system is   also strengthened which in  turn  improves the functions of joints and muscles. It   has  been found  by  various  studies  that Ayurvedic medicines  are very  effective in cure of arthritis.

Doses and benefits of Ayurvedic Products

Cheriya Rasanadi Kashayam 15 Ml Each with 40 Ml of warm water in morning and evening before food

 Bala Thailam 2 ml with warm water at night

 Kaisore guggulu 1 in morning and evening with Balaarishtam after food

 Also if inflammation is more than 1 teaspoon avipathy choornam with water at bed time is effective

Tips  to  keep  arthritis  under control

 Do yoga daily

 Drink plenty of water

 Avoid alcohol, smoking

Duration    of the ayurvedic medicine.

  The  above   mentioned  products   must  be  taken as per doctor consultation

  General recommendation is for 5 to 6 week i.e.

Control your   Diabetes  with   Kairali  Ayurveda

Diabetes, often referred  by doctors as diabetes mellitus, is  a group of metabolic diseases, where the body is unable to make proper use of the sugar  resulting in  high blood glucose or blood sugar. Diabetes  is  major killer  disease  in this modern world.

 Causes of Diabetes

Diabetes  causes vary  depending   on   your   genetic makeup, family history, ethnicity, health  and  environmental factors. There is no common  cause   that   fits   every   type   of  diabetes. Diabetes   is   a   disorder of metabolism—the way the body uses digested food for energy. The digestive tract breaks down carbohydrates, sugar and starch  found   in   many foods  into glucose, a form of sugar that enters the bloodstream. With   the help of the hormone insulin, cells throughout the body absorb glucose   and   use   it   for energy. Diabetes    develops    when    the    body   doesn’t make   enough insulin   or   is   not   able   to use insulin   effectively, or both. Insulin is made in the pancreas, an organ   located    behind   the stomach. The    role   of    insulin   is   to   move   glucose from   the   bloodstream   into   muscle,   fat,   and liver cells, where it can be used as fuel.  People  with   diabetes   have   high   blood   sugar  because   their   body   cannot    move sugar   into   fat,   liver,   and   muscle   cells     to    be    stored   for    energy. This   is   because   either: their   pancreas   does   not   make   enough insulin    or  their   cells  do   not   respond to insulin   normally   or   in   some   cases   both   of   the  above.

Types of Diabetes

There are three major types of diabetes. The causes and risk factors are different for each type:

Type 1  diabetes can  occur  at  any age, but it is most often diagnosed in children, teens, or young adults. It is usually caused by an auto-immune reaction where the body’s defence system attacks the cells that produce insulin. People with type 1 diabetes produce very little or no insulin. Daily injections of insulin are needed. The exact cause is unknown.

 Type 2  diabetes makes up most of diabetes cases. It most often occurs in adulthood, but teens and young adults are now being diagnosed with it because of high obesity rates. Many people with type 2 diabetes do not know they have it. It is characterised by insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency.

 Gestational diabetes is high blood sugar that develops at any time during pregnancy in a woman who does not have diabetes.

Symptoms

People can often have diabetes and be completely unaware. The main reason for this is that the symptoms, when seen on their own, seem harmless. So one needs to very careful about the symptoms as the earlier diabetes is detected the better are the chances of recovery. The most common symptoms of diabetes are: frequent urination, disproportionate thirst, intense hunger, weight gain, unusual weight loss, irritability, blurry vision , increased fatigue, more skin and/or yeast infections,  more time for healing in cuts and bruises, numbness or tingling, especially in your feet and hands and sometimes swollen and red gums.

Ayurveda for Diabetes

 Ayurveda  can  be  an effective  mean of treating diabetes.  As per Ayurveda the main reason of the accumulation  of toxin in the body  resulting into   circulation blockage and dosha imbalance. The other  things  that trigger diabetes  are poor nutrition, poor digestion, inequity of the nervous system, mental and physical stress  and  a unhealthy  lifestyle.

The treatment  of diabetes  in Kairali  is always  prescribed after a careful diagnosis of the patient’s body constitution, sex ,age, family history , lifestyle and much more. This  makes sure that the patient receives the treatment that is especially suited for his or her needs. Kairali Ayurveda  addresses diabetes  in a multi-dimensional way and aims at restoring the balance of doshas and healthy  function  of dhatu.

Doctor’s Natural Recommendation

In diabetes patients immunity is affected. In terms of Ayurveda we can say- there is ojasdushti. Chandraprabhagulika is a well-known Ayurvedic medicine, widely prescribed for diabetes.  This tablet prepared with potent herbs like Vella, Vyosha, Triphala and helps to cure complications of diabetes like polyurea, polyhydra, polyphagia, peripheral neuropathy and abscess formation.

Ayaskriti is combination of drugs like Asana, candana, vidanga etc have influential anti diabetic properties, along with which it alleviates the complications caused by the progressive phases of diabetes like abscess, numbness of extremities, ulceration, delayed healing of wounds, undesirable effects on vision etc.

Doses    

·         Varanadi Kashayam 20 ml with 80 ml water before food in morning and evening

·         Chandraprabha Gulika with Kashayam before food

·         Ayaskriti 20 ml with 40 ml warm water after food in morning and evening

·         Spazyme Capsules 1 in morning and evening with normal water after food

·         Nasyam with Anu Thailam daily is effective

Tips

 In case of diabetes it is best if one can exercise daily and go for brisk walking or do yoga.  It is good to drink buttermilk daily, avoid rice, cakes, banana, curd, dates and meat and drink plenty of water.

Duration   

All the above products  must be taken after consulting an ayurvedic doctor. The general recommendation is for 5 to 6 week and you can get Varanadi Kashayam 7 Bottles,   Chandraprabha Gulika 1 Pack,  Ayaskriti  3 bottles,  Spazyme Capsules 2 packs  and Anu Thailam 3 packs.

These products are all totally natural with no side effects, are are non-toxic and non-invasive, removes  the root of diseases not just symptoms, gives happy, healthy disease free long life and enhances immunity of body.

 It is highly recommended you consult an ayurvedic physician for the ailment before purchasing the product. The treatment is only a suggestion in general cases. Dosage and promotion may vary from case to case basis