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Friday, January 25, 2013

What Ayurveda Says About Water?


Water is one of the important substances for the survival of plant as well as animal kingdom. It is one among the Maha bhutas according to Ayurveda & Indian philosophy. Modern scientists identified it erroneously as an element in the earlier days.

Shree Adi Sankaracharya quoted that "the water comes from the heavens and gets collected in the form of sea on the earth" .

Charaka considered Jala as the base for taste.

Water is essential in health as well as in disease. Conditions like diarrhoea, dehydration, dysuria, fever etc are treated mainly with water. Hence, intake of water can never be prohibited.

Harita mentioned that "thirst is a major clinical condition which may also result in death".

Identifying the importance of water in day to day life, several categories of water is described in the ancient texts.

Different types of water:

There is Eight types of water discribed in Ayurveda,

  1. Kupa jala (well water)- ksara guna, pitta vardhaka
  2. Sarasi jala (lake water)-madhura, Isat vatakara, agni dipana.
  3. Tatak a jala (pond water)- guru guna, vata vardhaka
  4. Choundya jala (pool or tank water)-: pitta vardhaka
  5. Prasravuna jala (spring water)- madhura rasa, laghu guna
  6. Udbhida jala (stream or canal water)- tridosa hara
  7. Vapi jala (deep well water)- madhura, pitta samaka
  8. Nadi jala (river water)- vata vardhaka, r iiksa guna, katu rasa

Among all Rain Water is considered to be the best. Rain water should be collected in a golden, silver, copper, quartz, glass or earthen vessel. This water is filtered through fine cloth and used.

Certain guidelines for water consumption:

If consumed before meal results in emaciation and if consumed after meal results in obesity. Therefore, water should be taken along with the meal.

Intake of water should be allowed only after the water consumed earlier is totally assimilated.

Scientific perspective of water

Water constitutes nearly two thirds of total weight of the body, 79% blood, 80% of brain & muscles and 10% even of bones. It is required both for internal and external cleanliness of the body. Usually it is utilized as a solvent and diluents in the body.

Its main function are:

  1. Replaces loss of fluids from tissues.
  2. Maintains the fluidity of blood and lymph.
  3. Helps elimination of waste materials of the body.
  4. Acts as a vehicle for dissolved food.
  5. Helps in the secretion of digestive juices.
  6. Regulates body temperature and acts as a distributer of body heat.

The minimum amount of water required for drinking and cooking per head per day is 4.55 Litres aprox) .

Sources of water

Water is primarily derived from ocean. In tropical regions, evaporation of water into air is about 700 gallons (3182.20 litre) per minute per each square mile of ocean surface. Water reaches earth again in the form of rain, hail, snow, dew or mist, from water vapours in the atmosphere, derived mainly from

Evaporation of the sea, from lakes, rivers and other waters of the land .

The chief sources of water supply are:

  1. Rain water or snow water and artificial lakes
  2. Surface water i.e. streams, canals, rivers, tanks & ponds
  3. Upland surface water & lakes
  4. Ground water i.e. wells & springs
  5. Sea water

 

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Hypothyroidism and Ayurveda



Hypothyroidism is the condition in which the Thyroid Gland is less active and needs to be stimulated

There are many cause of Hypothyroidism but primary cause is Iodine deficiency.

(In India Iodized Salt is compulsory – But In past few years why hypothyroidism increased?)

 Thyroid disorders are not new for AYURVEDA. In CHARAK SAMHITA, SUSHRUT SAMHITA, MADAV NIDAN-This all are Ayurveda literatures has detail description of about thyroid disorder and its treatment.

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

 Main symptoms of Hypothyroidism are mentioned below:


  • Obesity-Weight Gain-without any known reason
  • Anorexia
  • Decrease in metabolism
  • High levels of lethargy- slowing of mental and physical activity
  • Coldness in the hands and/or feet- sensitivity to cold
  • Frequent constipation
  • Frequent headaches
  • Dry skin - dryness of the skin
  • Anemia
  • Disordered menstrual function (in Female)


Ayurvedic View


In Hypothyroidism metabolic rate become slow,  which is similar to Ayurvedic Dhatvagnimandhya-lower digestive fire at cellular level-and Ayurveda medicines helps to increase the digestive fire at its cellular level to restore proper metabolism.

Diet and Lifestyle Advice

Increase intake of Old Rice, Barley, Bengal gram, Moong dal and cucumber.
Coconut oil and Til Oil helps to improving body metabolism.
Avoid heavy and sour foods and cabbage, mustard-greens, cauliflower, maize, sweet potatoes, and spinach.

Some useful Herbs

Kanchnar-Bauhinia variegata
Guggulu-Commiphora wightii
Jatamansi-Nardostachys jatamansi
Shilajit
Gokshur-Tribulus terrestris
Punarnava-Boerhavia diffusa
Trifala.

Yoga & Pranayam For Hypothyroidism


Regular Yoga & Pranayam practice helps to stimulate thyroid and pituitary gland. Yoga and Pranayam promote blood flow to certain regions of the body and the increased blood flow helps the organ to improve their functions.

 Recommended YOGA poses for hypothyroidism

Sarvangasana
Surya Namskara (Sun Salutation Pose)
Paschimottasana
Uttanpadasana
Matsyasana
Halasan

Pranayama For Hypothyroidism
Ujjayi Pranayama – Best Pranayam for thyroid gland
Kapalabhati
Anulom Vilom

Note: These Pranayama and Yoga is not a Treatment, it is a part of treatment.

This article is intended only for information. It is not a substitute to the standard medical diagnisis, personalized Ayurvedic treatment or qualifies Ayurvedic Physician. For specific treatment, always consult with a qualified Ayurvedic Physician.

Saturday, May 8, 2010

I LOVE MANGO….

Mango Mango is called "The King of fruits" due to its sweetness and richness in nutrients. It is praised as "Heavenly Fruit" in Vedas.
It is one of the most popular and characteristic fruits of the tropics. It is now most uidely grown in India where it is the best loved fruit. There are about 600 varieties of the mango of which 40 varieties are cultivated in India.



Mangoes belong to the genus Magnifera which consists of about 30 species of tropical trees in the flowering plant Anacardiaceae.
It has been the national fruit of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Philippines
Ayurveda considers ripe mango sweet and heating. It balances all the three Doshas and acts as an energizer.
Ripe mango normalizes Vata and Pitta. It helps to relieve constipation and normalize digestion. Consumption of ripe mango increases haemoglobin in blood and is very useful in treating anaemia. Ayurvedic texts eulogize the uses of ripe mango as an  aphrodisiac (rejuvenate male reproductive system and increase  quality and quantity of semen). it is also useful in erectile dysfunction and  low libido. Ripe mango strengthens the body, increases body bulk and  increases glow of skin
The Ayurvedic qualities of green mango are sour, astringent and cooling. They should not be eaten alone or in large quantities because they can aggravate the Doshas, especially Pitta dosha.


Medicinal properties of Mango:
1.The insoluble fibre, present in mangoes, helps the elimination of waste from the colon and prevents constipation.
2. The tartaric acid, malic acid, and a trace of citric acid found in the fruit help to maintain the alkali reserve of the body.
3. A milk-mango shake used in the summers help people gain weight.
4. Extracts of leaves, bark, stem and unripe mangoes are believed to possess antibacterial properties against some micro-organisms
5. Dried mango flowers are used in the treatment of diarrohoea, chronic dysentery and some problems of the bladder.
6. The stone (kernal) of the mango fruit is used widely in Ayurvedic medicines for treatment of different ailments
7. Antioxidents present in the mango fruits are believed to play an important role in the prevention of cancer and heart disease.
8. Some of the flavonoids present in the fruit are believed to strenghthen the immune system of human body.

Uses of Mango Plant
 
As per Ayurveda  medicinal uses of different parts of mango tree
1) The mango flower reduces diarrhea and normalizes kapha and pitta . As it    has cooling properties it controls dysfunctional uterine bleeding and    rejuvenates taste buds.
2) Very young mango fruits are astringent. They increase vata and pitta and     rejuvenate taste buds.
3) Young mangoes are very sour and vitiate all three doshas .
4) Ripe mango is sweet to taste and increase the stamina of body. It is an    aphrodisiac hence help in erectile dysfunction and impotence . Ripe mango    is heavy to digest and acts as cardiac tonic. It increases digestion, glow of skin and quality and quantity of semen .
5) The seeds of mango reduce vomiting, diarrhea. It acts as a cardiac tonic    and reduces burning sensations of body parts. The tender mango leaves  regularize digestion and normalize kapha and pitta.

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Monday, April 12, 2010

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Sunday, February 28, 2010

Happy Holi

Hello friends,

Wish you a HAPPY and SAFE HOLI

-
Dr.Pradip Hira
Ayurved Consultant & Panchkarma Specialist
Ahmedabad(Gujarat-India)

Friday, February 19, 2010

Water Therapy And Ayurveda

Water Therapy was established for the first time by………

We are not here to discuss about water therapy (or Naturopathy), but we are going to know what ayurveda says about water, and how water is useful in daily life or in treatment.

Water Therapy & Ayurveda  means,
Water is essential for all living beings. The world is three fourths surrounded by water. The life of a healthy or sick person without water is unimaginable.

Drinking a glass of Luke-warm water just after leaving the bed it helps flush out all toxins accumulated overnight in the body
Water should not be taken during meal, because it interferes the process of digestion of food. But water may be taken at least half an hour before lunch and dinner.
We should take at least 8 to 10 glasses of water daily. More water may be taken in thirst or in summer days. But Ayurveda says that one should drink water whenever feels thirsty.

Water Therapy & Ayurveda
means,
Water serves the purpose of medicine in indigestion. Water drunk after digestion is energizing. Water sipped at the time of taking food tastes like nectar. Water drunk immediately after taking food is harmful as poison.
Too much drinking of water does not help digestion. Not drinking even a drop of water has the same effect. So drinking water at intervals, is very helpful in digestion.

Therapeutics Uses of Water:
1) One or two glass of warm water drinking daily in the morning is beneficial in acidity and constipation.
2) Drink more water in renal calculus and urinary infection.
3) Water was great importance in fasting

Water is used both in cold and hot form, both internally and externally. Water is an important structural component of skin cartilage, tissues and organs. For human beings, every part of the body is dependent on water. Our body comprises about 75% water: the brain has 85%, blood is 90%, muscles are 75%, kidney is 82% and bones are 22% water. The functions of our glands and organs will eventually deteriorate if they are not nourished with good, clean water.

If your body is not sufficiently hydrated, the cells will draw water from your bloodstream, which will make your heart work harder. At the same time, the kidneys cannot purify blood effectively. When this happens, some of the kidney's workload is passed on to the liver and other organs, which may cause them to be severely stressed. Additionally, you may develop a number of minor health conditions such as constipation, dry and itchy skin, acne, nosebleeds, urinary tract infection, coughs, sneezing, sinus pressure, and headaches. So, how much water is enough for you? The minimum amount of water you need depends on your body weight. A more accurate calculation is to drink an ounce of water for every two pounds of body weight.

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Monday, February 8, 2010

Stop Snoring Forever

There's nothing worse than the sound of someone snoring if you're trying to fall asleep. Or maybe it's you who snores, and people tease you about the noise you make in your sleep. Snoring is often not a problem to the snorer but can be a significant nuisance to their partner.

What is Snoring? Why do people snore?

Snoring occurs when air does not flow smoothly through the air passages, or when the soft tissues or muscles in your air passages vibrate. As you fall into a deep sleep, the muscles in your tongue, throat and roof of your mouth (soft palate) relax. This muscle relaxation causes your throat tissues to sag. As you breathe, the sagging tissues narrow your airway and vibrate or flutter, creating the sound of snoring. The narrower your airway becomes, the greater the vibration...and the louder your snoring.
In some cases, snoring is a symptom of a more serious disorder called obstructed sleep apnea (OSA). OSA occurs when part of the airway is closed off (usually at the back of the throat) while a person is trying to inhale during sleep, and breathing stops for more than 10 seconds before resuming again. These breathless episodes can occur as many as several hundred times a night.
People with OSA almost always snore heavily, because the same narrowing of the airway that causes snoring can also cause OSA. Snoring may actually attribute to OSA as well, because the vibration of the throat tissues, which occurs in snoring, can cause the tissue to swell.

CAUSES OF SNORING:
Ayurveda considers snoring as one of the vitiated VATA Dosha disorder. It's the improper movement of PRANA VATA during sleep time disturbing the functioning of UDAN VATA resulting in extra sounds during breathing as Snoring. The PRANA VATA movement obstruction could be due to extra Shleshma (phlegm), Nasarandhra shotha or vakrata (Nasal septum swelling or deviation), Visham vishram stithiti (wrong sleep posture) etc.

The most common reasons of snoring are:
•Seasonal allergies can make some people's noses stuffy and cause them to snore.
•Blocked nasal passages or airways (due to a cold or sinus infection) can cause a rattling snore.
•A deviated septum, which is the tissue and cartilage that separates the two nostrils in your nose, may be crooked. Some people with a very deviated septum have surgery to straighten it out. This also helps them breathe better - not just stop snoring.
•Enlarged or swollen tonsils or adenoids may cause a person to snore. Tonsils and adenoids (adenoids are glands located inside of your head, near the inner parts of your nasal passages) help trap harmful bacteria, but they can become very big and swollen all of the time. Many kids who snore have this problem.
•Drinking alcohol can relax the tongue and throat muscles too much, which partially blocks air movement as someone is breathing and can contribute to snoring noises.
•Being overweight can cause narrowing of the air passages. Many people who are overweight snore.
•Age can be a factor. The older you get, the weaker your throat muscles become. Weak throat muscles cause the surrounding tissues to sag and vibrate.
•When you sleep on your back, your tongue falls backwards into your throat, which can narrow your airway and partly block airflow.




SYMPTOMS OF SNORING:
•People who snore make a vibrating, rattling, noisy sound while breathing during sleep. It may be a symptom of sleep apnea. Consult your Ayurvedic doctor if you snore and have any of the following symptoms or signs:
•Excessive daytime sleepiness
•Morning headaches
•Recent weight gain
•Awakening in the morning not feeling rested
•Awaking at night feeling confused
•Change in your level of attention, concentration, or memory
•Observed pauses in breathing during sleep



MANAGEMENT:

The Ayurvedic perspective is that keeping KAPHA Dosha in balance can help you stay free of the inconveniences of snoring. For that,

1. NASYA KARMA-Medications to relieve congestion of the nose may be helpful in reducing snoring and the likelihood of sleep apnea episodes. Usually treatment of sleep apnea solely by improving nasal airflow does not solve loud snoring or significant breathing episodes. This can be effectively achieved by nasal administration of certain herbs. This is called as NASYA KARMA in Ayurveda. The preparations used for this purpose are shadbindu taila,anu taila etc.
2.KARNA PURANA-This is a process where the entire ear is filled with some oil prepared out of some herbs which help in clearing the channels and thus relieves the congestion.as the obstruction is relieved the patient feels much lightness and sleeps sound.The preparations used for this purpose can be karanja taila,apamarga kshara taila,bilva taila etc.
3.SHIRO DHARA-Very efficient treatment for relieving the stress and strain.It soothes the nerves and thus ensures the sound and deep sleep to the patient.The preparations used for this purpose can be ksherera bala taila,panchguna taila etc.
4. SHIRO ABHYANGA-It has almost similar results as that of the shiro dhara.but it particularly exerts its result on the scalp and the superficial nerves.It strengthens the nervous system and ensures deep sleep to the patient.
5. PRANAYAM-In yogic terms prana means the vital energy and ayam means exercise. Pranayam defines the regulation of the in and out flow of this vital  energy. It explains that the body, breath and the mind are intricately interwoven. When the air moves the mind moves and when the air is stilled the mind also could be stilled. Hence the various techniques employed in Pranayam are to stabilize the flow of air thus to achieve the balanced state of mind.Thus it very much help in clearing the channels of the body and help to relieve the snoring.
6. YOGIC EXCERCISE-Yoga is a physical and mental practice that involves the body,mind and spirit. Yoga's gentle, mindful and controlled movements can provide a non- or low-impact workout for people in almost any physical condition. Yogic exercises -- and there are many -- can ease tense muscles, improve flexibility and enhance strength, balance and endurance.

HERBS:
The preparations made with the following herbs have proved to be very efficient in many cases of snoring-Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarmum), Pippali (Piper longum),Kasamarda (Cassia occidentalis),Brahti (Solanum indicum),Karkatshringi (Pistacia integerrima) ,Agastya (Sesbania grandiflora) etc.



Herbal formulations - Agastye haritaki rasayana 1 teaspoon once,Tablet Kapha ketu ras 2 morning 2 evening,Vyoshadi vati 1 morning and 1 evening. Make a 'Sleep well Tea' to be taken just before sleeping -with Tulsi(Basil leaves),Brahmi(Gotukola),Tagar(Valerian) and a bit green tea leaves.



PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES TO AVOID SNORING:
•Loose weight and improve your eating habits.
•Try to avoid tranquilizers, sleeping pills and antihistamines before you go to bed.
•Avoid alcohol, heavy meals, or snacks at least four hours before you sleep.
•Establish regular sleeping patterns. For example, try to go to bed at the same time every night.
•Sleep on your left side rather than on your back.
•Tilt the head of your bed up four inches.
•Decongestants. Snoring caused by nasal congestion may be successfully treated with decongestants. Some effective herbal remedies that clear the nasal passages include Pippali (Piper longum) and Kanthkari (Solanum xanthocarpum) Steam inhalation of essential oils of tailaparni (Eucalyptus globulus) or putia (Mentha piperata) can also relieve congestion.
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Lifestyle advice
•Minimize smoking. Even second hand smoking can promote snoring.
•Go to bed early and get up early.
•Take vigorous exercise several times per week and keep your weight normal
•Panchakarma can be helpful as part of an ama reducing and weight-balance programme.
Dietary advice
•Eat lightly in the evenings, preferably at least 3 hours before bedtime.
•Adopt a Kapha pacifying diet favouring the pungent, bitter and astringent tastes over the sweet, sour and salty tastes and light, warm, dry foods over heavy, cold and moist foods.
•Especially reduce diary foods such as cheese, cream, butter and oily foods.
•Use cumin, turmeric, cinnamon, ginger and black pepper feely - they help reduce Kapha.
•Sip hot water frequently throughout the day.
•For more on dietary guidelines see Dietary Guidelines.

Friday, January 22, 2010

AYURVEDIC SOLUTION Of Low Libido

The desire for pleasure and satisfaction is called libido.
Low libido or lack of sex drive is the most common sexual dysfunction. Lack of libido or low libido is most common in women but quite rare in men.
According to Ayurveda, libido is low when there is a weakness or debility in the male or female reproductive tissue. In addition, low sexual drive can be due to stress, health problems and even anxiety or emotional problems. It may affect one’s relationships or marriage but sometimes it is a healthy response by the body to shut off excess loss of health giving vital fluid.
Men with low sex drive can achieve erections but have very less desire for sex. But men with erectile dysfunction usually have a normal sex drive.
Sexual power is lacking in low libido and in the Ayurveda approach, there are several ways to increase libido for both men and women.
Low libido in woman
The cases of low libido in women are constantly on the rise these days mainly due to the changing living conditions like long working hours, inadequate diet, lack of sleep etc. Women have a very busy lifestyle, they have to look after the kids, her husband, cook food and then go and work in office. After coming back from office she cannot relax like men because she is responsible for the home chores as well. Such a hectic schedule can make anyone tired as a result of which she does not feel the desire or urge to have sex which is quite understandable.
Causes of Low Libido (According to Ayurveda)
  • alcoholism
  • Compulsive sex with a person who is not liked by the partner.
  • Anxiety, stress, anger, depression
  • Diseases like Anaemia, Obesity, diabetes , hypothyroidism
  • Destruction caused to semen by consumption of spicy, salty and hot food.
  • Overindulgence in sexual activities leading to low quantity of semen.
  • By controlling sexual urges for longer duration leading to obstruction of semen (Veeryaavrodha) which in turn results in low libido.
  • Impotence by birth
  • If Vajikara dravyas (herbal preparations to increase libido) are not consumed by such persons regularly, it may lead to CLIBYA (impotence).
 Herbal Remedies for Increasing Libido
  • Shilajit (asphaltum, mineral pitch)
  • Safed musli (curculigo orchioides)
  • Akarakara (Spanish pellitory, anacylus pyrethrum)
    Ashwagandha (withania somnifera)
  • Kapikacchu
This all medicine useful in loss of erection, premature ejaculation and impotence. This medicine also increases quantity of sperm and gives potency to perform sexual act with many women. Increases the duration of hard erection, Increases libido, volume of semen, reduces stress, increases body and sexual energy levels, induces sleep, Increases sperm count, sperm motility. Initiates spermatogenesis.
Remedies just for men
Strengthening drink (Just for men with low sex drive, this drink is simply effective.)
You need: 1 teaspoon of ashwagandha, ½ teaspoon vidari and warm milk; Warm milk over a stove and add all the herbal powder. Drink it at night before bedtime.
Massage therapy with herbalized oils
gently massage the penis with bala oil or shatavari ghee.
Remedy just for women
Herbal drink (This similar herbal formula drink is simply effective for women only.)
You need: 1 teaspoon of shatavari, ½ teaspoon vidari, warm milk; Mix the herbal powders and add to warm milk. Drink herbal milk at night before going to bed.
Tips:
(small things are big things)
Low Libido is easily overcome by simple change in daily routine, suggested by ayurveda.
  1. Sleep: Sleep at least 7 to 8 hours daily.
  2. Exercise: Exercise improved blood flow throughout the body and improving your sex life as well.
  3. Meditation: Stress is a major factor in low libido, and meditation helps you to get relief from stress and anxiety. Daily practice simple breathing exercise (Pranayama) and yoga; it will really help you.
  4. Withdrawing from alcohol and drug addiction.
  5. Reducing body weight.
  6. Correcting anaemia.
  7. Reducing stress levels with relaxation techniques.
  8. Support from spouse or partner.
  9. Ayurveda treatment for low sex drive
So these were some of the changes you can adopt in your lifestyle if you want an improved sex life and an overall improved health condition.








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Friday, January 15, 2010

Premature Ejaculation

Premature ejaculation is one of the most common sexual problems.
Premature ejaculation is explained as a condition where in a person is unable to delay ejaculation to a point when it is mutually desirable for both the partners. That means ejaculation occurs before a man wants it to happen. Some men ejaculate during foreplay while some do so at the very entry itself.
In simple words; a condition where male ejaculates before the penis enters the vagina or during the time of penetration or very shortly after the sexual excitement is known as premature ejaculation.
Ayurveda has said Kshiprumunchati Shukram....... this means the person will have Premature ejaculation when VATA Dosha in his body aggravates and leads to a very quick ejaculation of Shukra (semen). Premature Ejaculation
The probable causes for premature ejaculation:
Psychic Causes Like: Anxiety, Tension, Disturbed relationship, Anger, Fear of masturbation, are responsible for this disorder.
  • Having sexual intercourse after long interval may cause premature ejaculation
  • Depression or anxiety about poor sexual performance
  • Religious beliefs
  • Financial burdens; Job stress
  • Some physiological causes like inflammation of prostate gland or spinal chord problems may cause premature ejaculation.
According to Ayurveda when Vata Dosha gets vitiated it causes premature ejaculation. The following causes vitiates Vata
  • Consuming stale, spicy, cold and junk food
  • Staying awake for long hours at night.
  • Long gap between meals
  • Controlling natural urges (click here for more detail about natural urges)
  • Physical and mental exertion.
  • Under nourishment due to worries and grief
Prevention:
  • Seek psychotherapy to maintain a healthy attitude towards sex.
  • Do not blame yourself for premature ejaculation.
  • Speak openly with your partners to avoid misunderstanding and miscommunication.

Simple Remedies
Premature ejaculation can be cured easily with ancient ayurvedic formulations
How ayurvedic medicines work;
  • Increases duration of hard erection
  • Prevents premature ejaculation
  • Prevents nocturnal emission
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Ayuevedic Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction


Ayurveda can Help You to Relieve Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Symptoms.
The awareness of ED has increased as pharmaceutical treatments such as Viagra are widely advertised. However, current pharmaceutical therapies do not address the root causes of ED. Ayurvedic treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) is a natural whole-body approach that can restore normal erections and sexual activity.
Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction is treatable in all age groups. The total treatment in for impotence is called as “ Vajikarana therapy” in ayurveda. As this therapy increases the strength of a man to perform sexual act, like a horse, it is called 'Vaajikarana'.('Vaaji'=Horse.)
 
Vaajikarana therapy leads to
  • Happiness
  • Good strength
  • Potency to produce offspring
  • Increased span of erection

Erectile Dysfunction Remedies - Herbs:
  • KAPIKACCHCHU ( Mucuna Pruriens)
  • SHATAVARI  ( Asparagus Racemosus )
  • Siddha makaradhwaja
  • Pushpadhanva rasa
There are many Herbal oils described for Penis massage, which
  1. Helps to increase hard erection
  2. Helps to increase duration of hard erection.
All medicines described here are taken under medical supervision,
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There are so many medicinal preparations mentioned in Ayurveda for ED. Ayurveda also recommended that people who have strong sexual urge, who want to enjoy sex regularly have to consume these preparations regularly to replenish the energy, vigour, stamina and strength.These preparations increase the span of erection, hardness and prevent premature ejaculation. These preparations rejuvenate the male reproductive system.

Tips for better sex life & ED :
  • Regularly consume Vajikarana Preparations. Vajikarana preparations always keep men sexually healthy, rejuvenate the reproductive organs and improve the levels of testosterone hormone
  • Do not have the fear of not getting hard erections or do not doubt your ability to satisfy your partner. It will lead to psychological ED.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol.
  • Keep away from smoking.
  • Moderating work scheduled to allow time for relaxation and regular mealtimes.
  • Exercise regularly, also practicing Yoga and Meditation to overcome mental exertion and to cope up with stress.
  • Happy and comfortable atmosphere at home is very essential to stimulate sexual desire and keep sexually healthy.
  • If you are suffer from diabetes or obesity, than take proper care of it.
  • Massaging the body and genital organs with a  herbal oil, which gives a relief from physical exertion and also acts as an aphrodisiac
  • Obtaining at least 8 hours of sleep each night. Body gets energized with good sleep.
  • Do not control natural urges. Empty your bladder before going to bed with your partner.
  • Give a gap of four days between two consecutive intercourses.
  • Avoid hot, spicy and bitter foods.
  • Increasing consumption of sweet foods, milk products, and nuts and urad dal.
  • Add little ghee in your diet.
Disclaimer: 
Information provided in this article is for the sole purpose of imparting education on Ayurveda and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you have a medical condition, please consult your physician.   

Saturday, January 9, 2010

Erectile Dysfunction (E.D.) - An Ayurvedic View

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for his sexual needs or the needs of his partner.

An occasional difficulty may be considered normal, however, frequent episodes or prolonged problems lasting more than a couple of weeks may require further evaluation by a physician.
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the most common sexual problems and affects nearly 50% of all men over the age of 40 at some stage. This problem becomes even more common and more severe as men grow older
What Ayurved Says :
Sankalpapravano nityam priyaam vashyaamapi sthreeyam.
Na yaathi lingashaithilyaath kadaachidyaathi vaa yadi
Shwaasaarthaha swinnagaatrshcha moghasankalpacheshtitaha
mlaanashishnashcha nirbeejaha syodetat klaibyalaxanam
means;
Even though a man has a strong desire to perform sexual act with a cooperative partner , he can not perform sexual act because of looseness (absence of erection ) of his phallus or penis. Even if he performs sexual act with his determined efforts he does not get erection and gets afflicted with tiredness , perspiration and frustrations to perform sex
Erectile dysfunction is also called Impotence and ED.
The person's sex drive may be normal. But he may not be able to start or finish intercourse.
Physiology of Erection :
The shaft of the penis has two chambers that fill up with blood during sexual arousal. Sexual thoughts are transmitted though the nerves to the genitals. These nerves cause the relaxing of the muscle cells in the walls of the blood vessels entering the penis. The increased blood flow fills up the two chambers in the shaft of the penis forming an erection. Therefore any condition or disease which affects either the blood flow to the penis or the nerves to the genital area can cause erectile dysfunction.
What Ayurveda says :
Vrishunow basthimedram cha naabhyuuru vankshnow gudam |
Apaanasthaanamantrasthaha shukra mootra shakrunti cha ||

The 'Apaana Vayu' (one of the five types of VAYU) is located in the testicles, urinary bladder, phallus, umbilicus, thighs, groin, anus and colon. Its functions are ejaculation of semen, voiding of urine and stools.
Cause of ED:


Erection requires a sequence of events. Erectile dysfunction can occur when any of the events is disturbed. Nerve impulses in the brain, spinal column, around the penis and response in muscles, fibrous tissues, veins, and arteries in and around the corpora cavernosa constitute this sequence of events. Injury to any of these parts which are part of this sequence (nerves, arteries, smooth muscles, fibrous tissue) can cause ED. 
Lowered Level of Testosterone Hormone: The primary male hormone is testosterone. After age 40, a man's testosterone level gradually declines. About 5% of men that doctors see for erectile dysfunction have low testosterone levels. In many of these cases, low testosterone causes lower sexual interest, not erectile dysfunction.
The whole male body responds to testosterone. 
Even sushruta has illustrated about this response of body to the element 'Shukra' . He has said
"yatha payasi sarpistu goodashchekshow raso yatha shareereshu tatha shukram nrinaam vidyaadhbishagwara"
This means " The shukra (the element which helps in reproduction) is present all over the body.
This can be explained with the following examples.
  1. The ghee is present in milk in an invisible form. This is extracted from milk using many processes.
  2. The sugar is present all over the sugarcane. It is extracted by subjecting the sugarcane to number of processes.
Same way shukra is present all over the body. But the cream of shukra (semen) comes out of the body only during the process of ejaculation. But this process of ejaculation needs a joyful union of mind and body.
Decrease in production of 'Shukra' causes erectile dysfunction.
Over Exertion - physically and mentally : Working for long hours in office, mental stress at office and home, short temperedness ,insufficient sleep cause erectile dysfunction. 
These causes are explained in Ayurveda as "shoka, chintaa, bhaya, traasaat .... " which means that erectile dysfunction or Impotence occurs due to grief, fear, anxiety and terror.
Strained relationship with sexual partner: Erectile dysfunction also occurs when there is a disliking towards sexual partner.
Ayurveda describes this as "naarinaamarasamjnatwaat..." means disliking for women.

Diseases that Cause Erectile Dysfunction:



Neurological disorders, hypothyroidism, Parkinson's disease, anemia, depression, arthritis, endocrine disorders, diabetes, diseases related to cardiovascular system also become reasons for erectile dysfunction..
According to ayurveda the diseases which cause erectile dysfunction are "Hritpaandurogatamakakaamalashrama..." - Heart diseases , anemia , asthma , liver disorders , tiredness .Apart from these the imbalance in tridoshas also cause impotence or erectile dysfunction.
Consumption of medicines, drugs and tobacco: Using anti-depressants, tranquilizers and antihypertensive medicines for a long time, addiction to tobacco especially smoking, excessive consumption of alcohol, addiction to cocaine, heroin and marijuana cause erectile dysfunction.
In Ayurveda texts these causes have been said in brief as "rukshamannapaanam tathoushadham" - "dry food, drinks and medicines" cause impotence or erectile dysfunction.
Trauma to pelvic region: accidental injury to pelvic region and surgeries for the conditions of prostate, bladder, colon, or rectal area may lead to erectile dysfunction.
These causes are mentioned as abhighata (trauma), shastradantanakhakshataha (injury from weapons, teeth and nail.) in Ayurveda.

Other reasons:
Obesity, prolonged bicycle riding, past history of sexual abuse and old age also cause Erectile dysfunction.
Ayurveda describes the cause of impotence or erectile dysfunction due to old age as follows. " diminution of - tissue elements, strength, energy, span of life, inability to take nourishing food, physical and mental fatigue lead to impotence"
Disclaimer: 
Information provided in this article is for the sole purpose of imparting education on Ayurveda and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you have a medical condition, please consult your physician.   

Thursday, December 31, 2009

Winter Season & Ayurveda


Stay Healthy This Winter




Winter season (Sanskrit Name: Hemant Ritu) is the season of cold, where the atmosphere temperature drops down, the environment becomes chilly. Chilly and cold wind began to blow which leads to the disequilibrium of VATA Dosha and KAPHA sanchay.
In winter the Agni or body fire increases with the support of VATA Dosha. Hence there will be a marked increase in appetite. The frequency of food consumption increases. We should keep a watch on the type of food we consume to satisfy our appetite during winter. Avoid consumption of junk foods, too much of sweets and oil food as these lead to weight gain.
Winter is the best season to improve immunity. It's not a weakening season if you know how to strengthen immunity. And in ayurvedic terms, immunity is connected with the digestion. When digestion is strong and appetite is good, then immunity is strengthened. Whatever weakens digestion weakens immunity. It's that simple. For this reason, it's more important that people eat immunity-boosting foods in winter, and that they follow the ayurvedic daily routine

Some simple tips to say healthy in winter:

Ayurveda has some very simple home remedies to prevent, heal, and quickly avoid lingering congestion:

Diet
Kapha dosha is prominent this season. Enable the body to fight the cold outside this season. Energy rich food items like milk and milk products, ghee, carbohydrate rich food items like rice, wheat, whole gram, etc.
A heavy diet needs to be taken that must include milk and its products, wheat, carrot and raddish, tomatoes and sugary food.
In the winter season Vata Dosha is accentuated and needs to be satisfied by a heavy diet (snigdha, Madhura & lavanrasa).
Sweet,sour and salt taste food can be taken. In this season the digestive activity becomes more powerful. Increased vata gets obstructed from spreading out due to cold atmosphere outside which can digest the tissues. More intake of sweet, sour and salt helps reducing the vata.
The diet in Hemant Rutu must include wheat, gram, milk & milk products, jaggery, cane sugar, figs, carrots, tomatoes, dates to prevent the disequilibrium of vata dosha.
Drink warm water and it will improve your life span.
Wine prepared from jaggery (molasses) can be taken


Conduct:

1.Be under the Sun for sometime - Sunlight is rich in Vitamin D - lest you be affected by the
Seasonal Affectional Disorder ( lack of Sunlight )
2.Til oil massage is suggested to prevent disequilibrium of vata dosha and excess sanchay of
kapha.
3.Daily exercises or yoga is beneficial.
4.Consume hot soups.
5.Use VATA balancing foods like wheat, oil, corn, black gram and jaggery.
6.Tickle your taste buds with sweet, sour and salt tastes.
7.Sip hot water or tea throughout the day to improve digestion
8.Cover your body with sufficient warm wraps
9.Always wear foot wear.
10.married couple should use aphrodisiacs.
11.Spend your leisure time with friends and relatives whom you like.
12.Reduce or avoid white sugar white flour products as they cause congestion and prevent
digesting nutrients from our food.
13.Don’t expose yourself to cold.
14.Udvartan(Dry or Powder Massage) with fine paste/powder of kumkum (kesar).



In order to keep the doshas in balance one should follow the ritucharya.

Pamper your skin in winter:

During winter skin can not replenish its moisture naturally due to less humidity in air. Low humidity due to indoor heating, hot showers and bath exaggerates this condition and skin is bound to become dry and irritated. Dry skin tends to crack and bleed. Cracked skin looses its ability to protect the body and increases the risk of infection. The best ways to keep the skin soft, healthy and moisturized are
•Avoid long hot showers and bath.
•Quick three minutes’ bath is advisable.
•Use moisturizing body wash.
•Apply petroleum jelly on tough areas like knees elbows and heels.
•Apply lip balm to prevent cracking.
•Twenty to 30 minutes of aerobic exercise three times a week can give your skin a healthy glow
•Ayurveda stresses on massaging body with oil during winter

Are Bath's A Good Thing?

As much as we love it, taking a hot bath during the winter is not a good habit to get into especially if they are long in duration. As they rob your skin of natural oils so try to limit the time spent in the bath and don't use hot water.
Lower the temperature to something just nice and comfortable. Water that is too hot isn't good for you anyway. Switch to a shower, that is even better. And don't forget a good body lotion and slather it on.

Note -- The material presented in this article is for educational purposes only and is not to be used to treat, cure or mitigate any disease. If you have a medical condition, please consult your physician.


Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Padmasana - The Lotus Pose


"Padma" means "lotus" in Sanskrit. "Padmasana" means sitting in the "Lotus Posture".


This posture is called Padmasana because the arrangement of the hands and feet resemble a lotus when seen from a distance. The two feet placed upon the opposite thigh resemble the leaves while the two hands placed one over the other resembles the lotus in full bloom.


Sequence:

  1. Sit erect.
  2. Stretch out your legs in front of you and keep the heels together.
  3. Hold the right ankle with the right hand and the right big toe with the left hand. Bending the right knee outwards, pull round the right foot towards your left groin line. Set the foot firmly at the root ofthe left upper thigh. The heel should lightly press the left side of the lower abdomen. The foot must lie fully stretched over the left thigh with its sole turned upwards. Keep the right knee pressing the floor.
  4. Similarly, fold the left leg and place the foot firmly at the root of the right upper thigh. The foot must lie fully stretched over the right thigh with the sole turned upwards. Keepthe left knee also pressing the floor.
  5. With both legs now interlocked, keep the spine, neck and head erect.
  6. Place one palm upon the other, both turned upward and cupped, and rest them on the upturned heels a little below the navel.
  7. Remain in this posture in perfect ease until you begin to be uncomfortable.
  8. Unlock the footlock. Stretch out your legs and return to the original sitting position.
  9. Practice alternating the legs.

Caution:

  • Do not sit in this posture while eating food or immediately after taking it.
  • Persons having sciatica or varicose veins in the legs should attempt this posture cautiously.

Benefits:

  • Sitting in Padmasana will help to reduce excess fat in the abdomen, buttocks and thighs.
  • This posture strengthens the thighs and calves and provides elasticity to the hamstring muscles.
  • Padmasana develops the correct carriage of the body with perfect equilibrium since the spine has to be kept straight during the practise.
  • The important muscles, ligaments and tendons of the lower extremities are extended and flexed while sitting in Padmasana and relaxed when it is released.
  • This posture promotes a rich supply of blood to the organs in the pelvic and the abdomino-genital regions while the flow of blood to the lower extemities is limited. Since more blood is made to circulate in the lumbar region of the spine and the abdomen, the spine and the abdominal organs are toned up.
  • It firms up the coccygeal and sacral regions of the spine and the sciatic nerve. It also tones up the colon.
  • It limbers up stiff knees and ankles and improves the flexibility of the hip-joints. It relieves arthritic pain in these areas.
  • Minor spinal deformities are set right.
  • The erect spine prevents the compression of the abdominal viscera while sitting in this posture.