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I met Dr. Edward Kelly in Geneva, Director of Service Delivery at World Health Organization (WHO) to discuss deeper integration of Ayurveda in mainstream healthcare agendas. We have healed lakhs of patients in 2017 and became the first in the world to launch a protocol-based Ayurvedic Treatment System – Ayunique. Most importantly, we continue to keep our promise of taking Ayurveda to every home. I take this moment to thank you and welcome you to a new year at Jiva Ayurveda, as we aim to achieve new milestones and help you lead a healthy & happy life. Our theme for this edition of Paramayu is Constipation and Acidity. Constipation is a precursor to multiple health disorders. Acidity is also a rapidly rising health problem because of odd eating hours, fast foods and chemicals in our food. We take a deeper look at the Ayurvedic perspective on how Apana and Samana Vayu disrupts the normal functions of the digestive system and discuss treatments.
We met with Shri Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, to talk about the future of Ayurveda in India and the new directions under Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make ‘Ayurveda Revolution’ a success. Swiss policeman-turnedAyurvedic healer Yves Escher was in India on his mission to expand his knowledge and make Ayurvedic healing more affordable for the masses. We connected with him and talked about his future endeavours, his challenges and motivations. Steven Rudolph dwells on teaching the importance of rules to your children and how to use rewards and punishments to motivate them. Dr. Dadi elaborates upon the Ayurvedic perspective of Acidity. And like always we have several interesting and edifying nuggets of health and wellness information. Best Wishes, Dr. Partap Chauhan
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Content January 2018 Exclusive Interview with Shri Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary, Ministry of Ayush
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ENGLISH 05. President’s Message - Explore the power of self-expression & constructive criticism in your life....
06. Constipation-you are as healthy as your bowels- Ayurveda lays a lot of importance on regular and proper bowel movements....
14. Interview with Yves Escher- Pursuing the passion of healing people with Ayurveda - Yves Escher is in India on his mission to take the knowledge of Ayurveda to the masses...
15. Exclusive Interview with Shri Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha - Read Padamshri Award winner, Shri Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha,
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Secretary, Ministry of Ayush, Govt. of India talk about Ayurveda Revolution, his secret of staying fit and much more ...
17 Teach your children the rules of the game Teach children the values behind rules, encourage them to get internally motivated to make the right choices ...
19 GASTRITIS & ACIDITY (Urdhvaga Amla Pitta)Jiva Case Study Urdhvaga Amla Pitta in Ayurveda simply means an increased level of acid in the stomach....
21. Constipation and acidity - Most of the disease that human beings suffer, are caused by food....
36. Diabetic Retinopathy- Diabetic Retinopathy is known as Madhumehaj Dristipatal....
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son is the pursuit of happiness and good health....
frigid?- This is a psychological state of mind which is commonly known as frigidity....
25. Childhood Under Threat from Constipation- Constipation is not just limited to adults only; irregular bowel movements can be a problem in children too....
37. Tadasana- Every per-
38. Super-herb Cardamom - Cardamom has medicinal properties which are used in Ayurvedic medicines....
40. Winter Melon SoupWinter melon contains beta carotene and vitamin A, both of which are good for the eyes....
30. Getting A Flat Tummy Isn’t So Difficult After All- Today everyone is in a rush to get flat abs....
41. Acidity- Digestive enzymes are acidic in nature. Gastric juices help in ....
President’s Message ‘Constipated look’ a phrase that has become common parlance these days means a certain facial expression that signifies discomfort and uneasiness. What is interesting about this expression is that people aren’t necessarily constipated when they express that look, though I suspect constipation may be the main reason, the look can also come because of an uneasy state of mind, anger, anguish or fear. ‘Spilling vitriol’ is another interesting phrase that means being acidly critical of someone’s actions or deeds. Again, no one actually spits or spills vitriol (acid), this is just an expressive metaphor.
Explore the power of self-expression & constructive criticism in your life.
The theme of this edition of Paramayu is constipation and acidity and while you will read elucidating articles on both the topics, I wanted to focus a little on the broader sense and how these two simple concepts of constipation & acidity expand beyond our physical realm. Take your first human interaction of the day for example. How do you express yourself? Many of us unknowingly come across as being constipated even if the bowels performed remarkably well. It is all about how we express ourselves. Simple salutations can make a big difference. Salutations unfreeze any situation and open up the way to a wonderful conversation. It wins you friends, gets you solutions to problems, clarifies misunderstandings, coveys your wishes, expectations or grievances – the list goes on. Be more expres-
sive and you will see good changes in your daily life. German philosopher, Friedrich Nietzsche famously said, ‘what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger’. Many corporates are not averse to the idea of bringing the best out of their manpower by nudging them out of their comfort zone and giving them new challenges to solve. The management paradigm of “The Theory of Constraints” propounded by Eliyahu M. Goldratt saw ‘lack of skill’ as a constraint. Criticism is a powerful tool that encourages the best to better themselves. But there is a very delicate balance between constructive criticism and spilling vitriol. Constructive criticism used sparingly helps skilled people become better, spilling vitriol will force them to find the nearest exit! In 2018, explore the power of self-expression and constructive criticism in your personal and professional life but do not forget the importance of appreciation and encouragement. If you would like to share your personal experiences and thoughts on this topic, feel free to write in to me at rishi@jiva.com Wishing you a prosperous new year and an abundance of health and happiness.
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keeping Acidity in balance Dr. Partap Chauhan
Often to please our taste buds, we overburden our digestion. Overindulging gastronomical desires can easily lead to gas, pain, indigestion and acidity. Another factor for this could be improper lifestyle. Hyperacidity is caused by excess of acid in the stomach. When diet and lifestyle is not proper, our digestive system is thrown out of balance. Hence, today’s fast food generation is commonly affected by this problem.
Reasons of Hyperacidity Ayurveda considers multiple reasons for hyperacidity, of which vitiation of Pitta is considered to be the primary. Because of this, foods taste sour, we get sour eructation, foul odour from mouth and general digestive disorders. Here are some of the common reasons of hyperacidity: Overeating Eating non-veg foods in excess Excess consumption of sour fruits and yogurt Eating oily and spicy foods frequently Stress, anger, lack of sleep Holding urination or defecation Excess salt in food Sleeping in excess during the day Obesity Pregnancy
Advanced age As a side effect of chemotherapy
Symptoms of hyperacidity People who are affected by hyperacidity cannot eat or rest properly. If not treated on time, this can easily cause ulcers, which may bleed and cause unbearable pain. To prevent ulcers, it is important to recognize the symptoms and get timely treatment for hyperacidity.
The common symptoms of hyperacidity Fatigue
Tendency to vomit after meals
Sour eructation
Yellow or green bile
Nausea
Anxiety
Burning sensation of the stomach
Shortness of breath
Indigestion
Lack of appetite
Ayurvedic perspective of Hyperacidity
Excess pitta dosha is the core cause of hyperacidity. Formation of excess bile is the characteristic of this disease. Balanced pitta is essential for proper digestion, but in diseased form Pitta smells foul and causes diseases.
Avoid tea and coffee Limit the use of onion, garlic, tomatoes, vinegar Avoid fried and spicy foods. Instead prefer a light and easy to digest meal Avoid curd/yogurt during night
Diet and lifestyle suggestions
Do not eat stale foods that have been left overnight
Home remedies for managing hyperacidity
mixture and take twice or thrice with lukewarm water.
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Old rice, atta (flour), milk, green vegetables, sweet fruits are good Keep stress at bay. Workout and practise yoga to manage stress Sleep well for at least 6 hours
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Note: Due to the stresses of modern life, it has become a challenge for the modern man to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Hence, incidences of hyperacidity are common. Follow these simple home remedies and get root-cause treatment at the earliest to prevent ulcers.
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Spirituality DEEPER AYURVEDA
Dr. Satya Narayana Dasa
Constipation & Acidity When a child is born its body is very small. With time it grows. The growth happens because of the food ingested. Thus it is very obvious that our body is made of food. In Sanskrit food is called annam. The word annam literally means ‘that which is eaten’. It can also mean ‘that which can be eaten’. In other words, food is that which we eat but it can also be the cause of our death, if not taken properly.
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Intelligence of food
Most of the disease that human beings suffer, are caused by food. This is quite a paradox that something that we eat to remain healthy gives us the opposite effect. Why does this happen? Ayurveda says that the reason for this is not using our intelligence properly, prajnaparadha. Just as when we buy a car we know what type of fuel the car runs on. If you put wrong type of fuel, say diesel in a petrol-run car, then car will not run. No one fills a petrol-run car with diesel. But when it comes to our own body we are not careful what we put in it. Our body, however, is very resilient. It can tolerate a lot of misuse. When misused, it sends us signals. If we do not pay heed, then it can crash down and we become bed-ridden.
Significance of emotions in digestion
Constipation and acidity are two such signals given by our body to be wary of our diet. We should, however, know that food is not the only cause of acidity and constipation. They can also happen because of emotional imbalance. The ancient teachings of Ayurveda tell us that our emotional state has a dramatic impact on our
physical health. Human beings are emotional creatures. It is our emotions that guide and control our physical body. Most of our physical actions spring from our emotions. Emotions have a direct impact on our digestive system. For example, if our life is in danger or we imagine it to be so, then our body automatically prepares itself to combat the danger. It needs extra energy to confront the situation. May be we need to physically run away or we need to fight, or we need to mentally find a solution for the imminent problem. In either case we need energy either in our legs, arms or in the brain. Digesting the food in the belly consumes a great amount of energy. During emergency situation, such of fear, anxiety or stress, the digestive system is put on a hold and the energy that goes into digesting food is directed to the part of the body where it is needed to protect us from the cause of fear, anxiety or stress. All other emotions, such as anger have similar effect on our digestive system.
Choose foods according to your digestion
According to Ayurveda, our body has a type of energy called Samana Vayu which is the integrating/digestive
Food when consumed can have three effects on us. It can nourish our body, it can act as medicine and cure disease, and it can also be a cause of disease.
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capacity of the human mind-body system. The energy of Samana Vayu is what enables us to digest and absorb the nutrition from the food we eat. It is also the force responsible for digesting our life experiences. When this force is weakened due to emotional disturbance, it has a direct effect on our capacity to digest food. When food is not digested properly we can get acidity or constipation. The emotion of fear disturbs apana vayu. This can lead to constipation or IBS. The emotion of anger disturbs pitta. This can lead to heartburn and acidity. Anxiety, stress and depression can also lead to constipation.
Maintain Emotional Balance
According to Ayurveda, the emotional body can be cleansed the same way we purify the physical body. We can treat emotional imbalances with diet and lifestyle. For example, turmeric (curcumin) and omega-3 rich oils, can help treat emotional issues, such as depression, PMS, and anxiety. We can also treat digestive issues with emotional processing techniques. Emotions can be digested, just like food, by becoming an indifferent observer. If we simply observe and feel the emotion, it will rise, fall, and come to a natural state of completion. By being surrendered to God, and accepting a particular situation that is causing us emotional imbalance we can digest the emotion. We can let go of what is not needed and keep what is useful. It is similar to the assimilation of food from which we derive some energy and throw out the rest as refuse. Ayrvedic massage, practice of yogasnas, pranayama and eating sattvika diet is very helpful in resolving the emotional imbalance. If the problem still persists one can take help from a good psychotherapist. For such services one can refer to http:// vedicpsychology.jiva.com/
Sexual Health DEEPER AYURVEDA
Why is your partner frigid? I
n simple terms, frigidity is described as a condition in which the female experience difficulty in being aroused or remain emotionally cold despite the advances of the partner. This is more common than you may imagine, especially in females who live a high-stress life.
What are the reasons of frigidity?
Emotional coldness: Due to fric-
Happiness in conjugal life is based on an equal involvement of both partners in sex. In some cases, lack of interest or low libido in the female may be a roadblock to establishing intimacy. This is a psychological state of mind which is commonly known as frigidity.
tions or dormancy in sex, partners often become aloof and do not exhibit the sparks that are observed in a sexually active partnership. With time, the desire to engage in sex decreases significantly to a point when there is no sex at all. Past emotional trauma: Emotional traumas are difficult to heal. If a couple has been through emotionally scarring experiences in the past, it may take them time to
re-establish the closeness in their relationship. Bad behaviour: Behavioural issues such as anger, stress or physical violence are known issues that can take very long to forget. Physical Ailments or Special conditions: Loss of libido could also be caused by insomnia, vaginal dryness, medicinal side effects,
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Ayurvedic Treatment
Ayurvedic treatment for frigidity starts with understanding the cause which could be multiple as we saw above. Depending on whether the cause is physical or psychological, appropriate treatment is administered. This is done with the help of herbs, panchakarma, yoga and a specialized diet and lifestyle recommendations. For psychological reasons, proper counselling is also necessary besides medicines, diet and lifestyle corrections.
Some common dietary suggestions Eat wholegrains instead of flour or polished rice Increase nutmeg, jatamansi, garlic, shilajit which increase libido Raisins, nuts and dried fruits are all helpful in maintaining good sex drive Fresh fruit juices are also effective Caffeine, nicotine, alcohol should be avoided
Home remedies for increasing sex drive
The root of the banyan tree can be made into a fine paste and consumed with milk for good results in libido. Mix ashwagandha powder in half a cup of milk and drink daily Place 1 cup milk in a bowl and add fine paste of 1-inch fresh ginger let it warm for some time. Add sugar as per your taste and drink once a day. Massage your body with sesame oil every day to keep your nerves and muscles strong.
Good Rules Are the Basis of a Healthy Society
Good rules are necessary for a healthy individual, society or nation. Without them there is nothing to keep people off the wrong path and guide them on the path of rightness. The founders of every successful nation understood this and hence they had instituted constitutions to guide their countrymen. On the 26th January, 1950, the constitution of India came into effect and since then this day has been celebrated as the Republic Day of India.
The history of Republic Day
On this day, the nation attained autonomy and became a republic. This day goes beyond the boundaries of religion, caste or creed and is celebrated by everyone irrespective of their personal choices, faiths and beliefs. This day unites the nation in celebration of the sacrifices that were made in freeing the motherland from the rule of colonial establishment which started with the East India Trading Company on Indian shores. A republic means a place where the people have rights and responsibilities and are bound by laws, which ensures equivocal development of every individual of the republic.
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Significance of rules and laws in human life
Rules define what is right and wrong. It guides what should be done and what not. Not following the rules usually entails punishments through which these rules are enforced in a society. Without rules, a society can become overwhelmed with problems and disrupt the normal way of life. Similarly, without rules our body can also be overwhelmed with diseases. This is set of rules, or rather guidelines are collectively known as the Dincharya. Dincharya defines the guidelines for key aspects of our health: • Food • Sleep • Sexual Abstinence
These three are the pillars of a happy life. When these three are not in their ideal state, the body becomes weak and eventually succumbs to diseases. A person who maintains balance in these three aspects leads a happy and healthy life. Ayurveda recommends a schedule for every task from the moment you wake till you sleep. Doing this will keep you healthy and disease-free. By following the advices of Dincharya, a person can lead a healthy life without diseases. Just as the constitution is essential ensuring a nation’s progress and prosperity, similarly, Dincharya ensures health and prosperity of a person.
Kid’s Special DEEPER AYURVEDA
Childhood Under Threat from Constipation Constipation is not just limited to adults only; irregular bowel movements can be a problem in children too. When infants are transitioned from breastfeeding to solid foods, stool becomes hard. Even school going kids can also feel pain while passing stool. Without timely treatment, this can become a bigger problem for your child. Jan 2018 PARAMAYU
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onstipation is a state of the bowels during which the motility decreases, stool becomes hard and painful to pass. Children may subconsciously hold on which can make the stool even harder and cause bloating. Eventually, they may associate the process of passing stool with pain and become stressed every day.
Ayurvedic Explanation of constipation
Undigested foods become stuck to the intestines and cause a vitiation of Vata. Excess vata disrupts digestion and the function of the large intestines even further. In children this can become a bigger problem since they are unable to express their problems like adults.
Causes of childhood constipation
Just in the case of adults, children are also affected by the diet they take, the amount of fluid they drink and regularity of bowel movements. Lifestyle and diet is at the root of the problem in both adults and children, let us take a look at some more common reasons: 1. Starting solid foods: When toddlers are given solid foods, the process of digestion changes and it may take some time for the gut to process solids. Usually a child on breastmilk passes stool 3-4 times a day. Transition to solids may lessen to 1-2 times a day, which is normal. This can be solved with proper potty training. More on that later. 2. Holding natural urge: The process of passing stool may cause anxiety in some child. As a result, he or she may become reluctant
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The most common reason for constipation is lack of fluid in diet or medication. But interestingly, stress or emotional reasons can also constipate a child.
to the process. Fecal impaction is a problem which happens when the child does not pass solid stool, which results in liquid stool to leak out and soil underwear. 3. Improper potty training: Children should be trained to maintain a regular lavatory schedule. If they are uncomfortable using the new equipment, they will avoid going to the potty. One way to make it easy for them to go to the potty is to use the potty in front of them and talking to them. 4. Anxiety of the process: Children will become reluctant in starting a process that they know will lead to unhappy incidents like being washed with cold water or scrubbed harshly. If the past experience of passing stool was stressful, then there is a good chance that they will fear similar experience again. This can cause anxiety. 5. Effect of certain medication: Some medicines are known to cause stress in children and adults alike. Wrong medication can happen because of wrong diagnosis of the problem. For instance, if fecal impaction is diagnosed as diarrhoea then the medicines will cause the stool to harden even more. Do not medicate children without first consulting an experienced paediatrician.
6. Lack of fluids: Parents often usually ignore the fact that children need fluids too. Lack of enough fluids can cause dehydration or constipation. 7. Eating habits: Not chewing food properly, eating too fast or eating foods that do not include fibres are known causes of constipation.
How to understand your child has constipation?
Some common signs of constipation are: 1. Pain when passing stool 2. Standing on tip toes or clenching butt cheeks 3. Soiling the underwear (because of fecal impaction) 4. Straining while passing stool 5. Less than 3-4 bowel movements in a week (normal bowel movement is 1-2 per day)
Kid’s Special DEEPER AYURVEDA
Diet and Lifestyle Do not give your child fast foods or fried foods. Instead, teach them the significance of eating their green leafy vegetables and high-fibre foods. You can incentivise good dietary habits with simple rewards. For example: 30 minutes of TV time for eating all vegetables. Give your child enough fluids in regular intervals. If plain water does not interest them, mix a little honey in it. Fruits are high in dietary fibre. Give an apple or ripe banana to your child every day. One teaspoon of castor oil a day can be helpful in regularizing bowel movements. Apply a drop or two of castor oil on the navel area is also helpful. Soak a couple of figs overnight. Give your child the water and the figs next morning.
The role of parents
As a parent you should closely watch every small activity of your child. Keep an eye on the consistency of stool. If you see it hardening or liquefying, ask how your child feels. Ask about pain, discomfort or burning sensations. Make a diet chart that includes good amount of fibre, fruits and grains in their diet. Physical activity and facial expressions are also good indicators of how your child feels. If your child shows no interest in playing, remains unhappy or cries, something could be wrong. Seek the help of a paediatrician if the problem persists for long. Jan 2018 PARAMAYU
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The Health Benefits of Delicious Carrots The humble carrot is one vegetable that you will find in the diet chart of foodies and calorie-watchers alike. Gajar-ka-halwa, a sweet dish made of grated carrots is a favourite delicacy without which no party or wedding reception is complete, especially in winters when carrots are cheap. If you are watching your weight, throw your carrots in the juicer with a piece of ginger and a few fresh coriander leaves and you will have a delicious juice.
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arrots are easy to digest, useful in diarrhoea and also improves digestion. Carrots are recommended in IBS, haemorrhoids, eye disorders, anorexia and worm infestation. Besides being a rich source of vitamins, it also includes
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magnesium, potassium, manganese and carotenoids. Consuming carrots have been known to be effective in increasing vision, prevent growth of cancer cells, and makes the skin smooth and supple. Carrot also strengthen immunity.
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Ayurvedic Medicinal Properties of Carrots The medicinal properties of carrots have been explored in Ayurveda as well as western medicine. Here are some common health benefits of carrots:
It is beneficial in jaundice. Beta-carotene in carrots help in liver and stomach cancer. Carrots help in heart disease, purifies blood, pacifies Vata dosha, strengthens nerves and has a healing effect in piles and indigestion. Carrot juice eliminates intestinal worms in children.
It purifies blood. Consume carrot juice for 10-15 days for relief in blood deficiencies. Chewing carrots strengthens the gums and jaws. Drinking carrot juice is beneficial in strengthening brain functions. Mash carrot and add a pinch of rock salt. Applying this mixture on eczema provides relief. For relief in indigestion, mix coriander leaves, salt, cumin, black pepper and lemon juice in carrot juice and drink.
Salads or juices, carrots are a vitamin powerhouse! It has Vitamins A, K, C, B6, E all of which are essential in maintaining healthy metabolism and life functions.
Beta-carotene is an antioxidant which has an anti-ageing effect. It removes wrinkles and fine lines and maintains a beautiful glow on your face. Vitamin A in carrot is also good for vision.
How to Make Use of Carrots in Winter?
You can cook carrots with other vegetables, make juice, salad, soups or pickle it. Gajar-ka-halwa is also a delicacy that you can try.
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xcess fat in the body isn’t just bad for our image, it is the precursor to a whole host of diseases that can lower the quality of our life significantly. Cardiac problems, high blood pressure, kidney problems, enlarged prostrate, joint pains, diabetes - the list of diseases caused by obesity goes on. In winters, we usually become lethargic and drop physical activities to bare essentials, which makes it hard for the body to burn fats and they begin to accumulate.
Excess fat - it starts with the waist, thighs and stomach and then engulfs the entire body.
Drink Mint Tea. Coconut oil has a thermic effect on the body and boost metabolism. Try it. Workout before breakfast. This kick-starts your metabolism and helps in burning more fat. Sip on lemon juice and honey mixed with water.
What’s preventing you from getting a flat tummy?
The first step in reaching your fitness goals is to first understand the obstacles that are in your path to fitness. Here are some common ones: 1. Overeating: The most common reason because of which we gain weight is the combination of overeating and lack of physical activities. Overeating could be either because you love food or you are under some psychological stress and eating makes you feel better. If it is the later, please seek immediate medical help from an expert. 2. Vata Increasing diets: Carbonated drinks, fried, spicy and oily foods increase vata. When vata is increased it strengthens digestion in association with higher pitta and hence you tend to eat more. When you eat more, the excess carbs begin to accumulate as fats. This now leads to excess kapha dosha. If you are obese, then avoid both vata-type and kapha-type foods. 3. Little to no physical activity: Regular physical activity helps in burning fats and prevents it from becoming accumulated around the waist or thighs. Hence it is neces-
Home remedies to keep weight in check
Include some bitters in your diet.
sary to maintain regular physical activity. 4. Excess or very little sleep: Too much or too little sleep disrupts natural metabolism. The body becomes unable to process fats. 5. Age: As age progresses, metabolism slows down naturally. This is why seniors are more likely to become overweight. Hormonal imbalances in advanced age is common, which also contributes to the problem of obesity. 6. Post-Pregnancy: As part of the natural birthing process, a pregnant woman’s body contains more fat to support the growth of the foetus. This excess fat stays on after the baby is born. Proper exercise and dietary discipline can reduce post-pregnancy obesity. Dietary guidelines to eat healthy Cut down on high carb foods such as polished rice and potato. Choose organic and fresh foods over processed and fast foods.
Choose nutritious multi-grains instead of wheat flour, pasta, spaghetti or noodles.
Yogasanas to cut fat
Yoga is a wonderful way to maintain healthy metabolism and keep your body in shape. Try these yogasanas for a flat tummy. Please do these yogas under the supervision of an expert. 1. Chakki Chalanasan: The word literally means ‘churning like a mill pose’. This pose moves the abdomen and helps you cut fats. 2. Balasana: The child pose, known as Balasana, is effective in strengthening the tummy muscles and burns fat. 3. Paschimmottasan: The bend-forward asana stretches the belly, back and hamstrings. This pose cuts fat, improves digestion and regulates blood pressure. Additional advantages of this pose are relief in headaches, increase in energy, and good health of the uterus and ovaries. Jan 2018 PARAMAYU
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AYUR AYUR LIFE LIFE Astro Astro
Astrology And Diseases Of The Digestive System T
he digestive system is a profound word which includes multiple organs in the digestive tract such as esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum and multiple accessory digestive organs such as the liver, gallbladder and pancreas. The digestive system is also the seat of several diseases such as indigestion, constipation, conservation, bloating, dyspepsia and sometimes serious ailments such as ulcers or cancer. Acharya Shankar Vats
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Astro AYUR LIFE
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he digestive system is a profound word which includes multiple organs in the digestive tract such as esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum and multiple accessory digestive organs such as the liver, gallbladder and pancreas. The digestive system is also the seat of several diseases such as indigestion, constipation, conservation, bloating, dyspepsia and sometimes serious ailments such as ulcers or cancer. In astrological birth charts, the 5th section is used to deduce ailments of the liver, pancreatic glands, and other organs in the abdominal region. Liver diseases, indirection, jaundice, hyperacidity, formation of stones, ulcers and tumours are all connected with the 5th section of an astrological birth chart. Leo dominates the 5th section and influences diseases that have been mentioned above. The only exception to this rule is the small intestine, which is ruled by the 6th section of the astrological birth chart. The sun is considered to be a causative agent of indigestion according to Indian astrology. You may have noticed that, when the sun is mild or covered in clouds, digestion may become weak. Many people observe this during the rainy season is also. Symptoms such as indigestion, bloating and gas formation are also commonly reported when the sun is not at its brightest. Hence, for good digestion, unhindered sunrays are important.
1. Presence of Saturn in Lagna, or association with the sun or the moon in any other section of the birth chart can influence a person to eat irregularly, or eat cold foods which eventually causes health problems. 2. Weak digestion and low digestive fire is often caused by the presence of the moon in the 6th section of the birth chart. The position of Shukra (the planet Venus) in the birth chart dictates whether a person likes fried and oily food. People who have both the Sun and the Venus adjacent to each other in their birth chart, are more likely to prefer fried & oily foods. If Venus is influenced by the planet Mars, then the preference shifts towards hot and spicy food items. Similarly, when Venus is influenced by Saturn, people tend to eat irregularly. Dominance of Saturn on the digestive system gives rise to lethargy, slow digestion and slow movement of food in the digestive tract. As a result, fluids in the body (blood, lymph, digestive fluids) as well as gases are attracted. Over time, this also influences how the toxic elements in the body are eliminated. Strong dominance may result in poor digestion and irregular elimination, thereby Hence, if the 5th or 6th section of the astrological birth chart is ruled by Leo or Libra, the person is more likely to suffer from constipation and indigestion problems. Some Common Reasons of Constipation According to Astrology
3. Association of the moon and Venus in the 6th or 8th section also leads to indigestion. Let us take a look at an example of constipation caused by position of planets in the birth chart:
The planetary and constellation placements of this birth chart is indicative of a life filled with digestive health problems. The position of sun, which is the principal in maintaining a strong digestion is overpowered by Saturn which is leading to multiple digestive complications including constipation. The best way to deal with this is to seek treatment for existing digestive problems and take preventive measures to prevent further issues. Jan 2018 PARAMAYU
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AYUR LIFE Diet
TRAVELLING? Here is How to Prevent Diseases Who doesn’t love travelling in winters? The pleasant weather makes travelling such a wonderful experience that we often become careless about what we eat. Too many spices and fried foods can quickly turn a wonderful trip into a nightmare!
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hether it is for business or pleasure, travelling is often a time when you need to keep a close watch on your diet. If you travel frequently it becomes even more necessary for you to eat a healthy diet and avoid all health hazards.
Common Travel Health Issues
Nausea or vomiting is common health issue that people face when they travel. Eating spicy, oily foods before embarking on a trip can lead to bloating, gas or acidity. Usually on a trip, you have to sit in a sedentary position for long and that limits your physical activity, hence digestion becomes slow. Light and easy to digest foods are recommended when you are about to start a journey. If your journey is a short one, carry meals from your home and if you have to eat outdoors, avoid spicy and deep fried stuff. Here are some easy to follow travel tips that you can follow and eat healthy on your trip:
1. Instead of buying
packaged chips from the market you can buy potatoes and make chips at home. Better still, you can make mix nuts for healthy travel time snacks. In a bowl take dried fruits, nuts, sesame, pumpkin seeds and mix well. You can store this for months without worrying about it going stale.
2. Wash whole fresh fruits
and pack them in zip lock bags or air tight containers and carry them with you. Instead of buying fruits from a vendor eat these fruits. Fruits kept in the open attracts flies, dust and dirt. Never eat anything that is exposed to open air when you are travelling.
To ensure that your trip goes on without any detours to the doctor’s clinic, you need to watch what you eat. Eat healthy, stay fit, keep your energy levels high and enjoy every moment of your trip.
3. If you are thirsty, do
not drink from roadside taps, hotels or any source that you are not sure of. Prefer coconut water, or carry clean water with you. If you cannot find clean water, you may also chew on a juicy fruit like apple or orange. It is important to stay hydrated when you are travelling and fruit juices are very good in replenishing the lost water and maintaining the correct electrolyte in your body.
4. Yogurt could be a good
choice for snack, but yogurt has a sour potency and can cause gas or acidity, so choose wisely.
5. Whenever you feel like
indulging your sweet tooth, snack on a homemade granola bar instead of buying one at the store.
6. Start your journey with
something light. Avoid eating spicy or heavy foods since that will be difficult to digest, churn around in your stomach and may cause bloating, especially when you are on a bumpy stretch of road! Jan 2018 PARAMAYU
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AYUR LIFE Eye Care
Diabetic Retinopathy Dr. Gyanendra Singh, Eye Specialist, Jiva Ayurveda
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n Ayurveda, Diabetic Retinopathy is known as Madhumehaj Dristipatal. In a diabetic person, the nerves that supply blood to the retina becomes weak and fails to supply blood. With the passage of time, this can lead to blindness. Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of blindness in the world.
How does Diabetes Affect Vision?
The retina is a thin, light sensitive membrane which is necessary for the perception of vision. There are minute blood vessels on the retina which are essential for proper functioning of the eye. When blood sugar increases these minute blood vessels rupture, leading to bleeding, swelling in the retina and loss of sight. As the problem proceeds, new blood vessels are developed, but since these are weak there is always a chance of them rupturing and causing blindness. Symptoms of Diabetic Retinopathy
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5. Sudden severe headaches
lens or dislocate the lenses.
6. Sudden decrease in eye sight
Ayurveda has effective treatment of Diabetic Retinopathy. With the help of ocular Panchakarma, personalized medicines and exercises this problem can be treated.
7. Vision problem in the morning 8. Floaters in the field of vision Stages of Diabetic Retinopathy
The first stage is Non-Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy and the second phase is proliferative retinopathy. In this stage the retinal vessels become damaged. This is the initial stage of the disease in which the symptoms are not clearly evident. In some patients the blood vessels in the centre rupture and bleed and may cause blindness. The second and advanced stage is called Proliferative Diabetic Retinopathy which causes bleeding and proliferation of new vessels that prevent the flow of oxygen to the
Tips to Prevent Diabetic Retinopathy 1. Keep your blood sugar level under control. 2. If you observe darkness or severe vision problem, consult doctor immediately 3. Increase Vitamin A in your diet 4. Add leafy greens to your diet 5. Black grapes and raisins are beneficial 6. Indian gooseberry, Trriphala and gram flour are helpful for the eye 7. Neem bark powder, 1 teaspoon
Yoga AYUR LIFE
TADASANA Our diet and lifestyle are at the root of all diseases irrespective of which boy organ it affects. On top of that, if you live in a city where the air and water are polluted, then the risk of disease increases many fold. As a result, the immune system becomes weaker over time and loses its ability to prevent diseases. Yogacharya Harish Mohan
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very person is the pursuit of happiness and good health. Material desires attract man from one to the next distractions and that leads to unhappiness and many of these materialistic pursuits are also directly associated with illnesses. Another problem with running after materialistic goals is that people often forget all about enjoying what they have and the simple joys of life. Always remember that you can enjoy your life only when you are healthy. And to be healthy all organs and systems of the body needs to be completely disease-free. Good diet, a well-planned lifestyle and staying positive are three important aspects of staying healthy. The digestive and excretory channels can be kept healthy with specific yoga asanas such as Pawanmultasana, Halasana and Bhujangasana. You can read more
Special Precautions
about these simple yoga asanas in previous editions of Paramayu. Today, we will discuss about Tadasana. While practising this yoga position, the body stays erect as a palm tree (Tad in Hindi), hence the name of the asana is Tadasana. Let us explore the benefits of this yoga asana.
Benefits of Asana Maintains your physical and emotional balance Improves digestion
Process of Tadasana 1. Keep your soles together and
point the toes outward. Stand erect.
2. While inhaling, raise your arms
until the shoulders are near your ears. Slowly exhale but keep your arm in the raised position.
3. Similarly raise your other arm by
inhaling and when the shoulders are close to your ears, exhale, do not lower your arm.
Improves strength in knees, thighs and calves Increases capacity of the lungs Helps increasing height if children Helpful in reducing indigestion and constipation Reduces lethargy and improves concentration
4. Now, inhale slowly and try to
stand on the balls of your feet.
5. Slowly exhale and place the soles
back on the ground.
6. Repeat this process at least 5
times. Remember to inhale and exhale properly.
Note: Before starting this yoga, be sure to consult your doctor.
Feel your body stretch, if it is too much that what you are used to, do not continue with the asana. It is always recommended to do any special yoga asana under the supervision of an expert. If you have any injury in your feet or if you are suffering from high blood pressure, do not do this asana. Jan 2018 PARAMAYU
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AYUR AYUR LIFE LIFE The The Super Super Herbs Herbs
Cardamom Super-herb Cardamom is the third costliest spice after saffron and vanilla. Besides refreshing your breath, cardamom has medicinal properties which are used in Ayurvedic medicines to reduce bloating, gas and to improve appetite.
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The Super Herbs AYUR LIFE
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he earliest mention of cardamom is found in Sanskrit texts which referred to it as ‘Ela’, today, it is more popularly known as ‘elaichi’. The scientific name Elettaria is also derived from the Sanskrit roots. In terms of cultivation, Guatemala is the top producer and exporter of cardamom followed by India and Sri Lanka. The plant can grow 4 metres tall and it bears cardamoms which are usually one-inch-long with 2025 seeds inside it. Cardamoms are
of two types; the smaller variant is used in kitchens whereas the longer variant is used in Ayurvedic medicines.
Medicinal Properties
• Elaichi improves taste, digestion and increases appetite. • Mild diuretic which relieves uri nary problems. • Useful in cough and throat problems
• Effective in treatment of asthma and respiratory disorders • Cardiac tonic which strengthens the heart • Reduces heart burning and gastritis • Helpful in IBS, vomiting and dyspepsia
In Indian cuisine, this spice is used in almost every dish. In addition to that, cardamom is also chewed after meals, or mixed in drinks. This spice also has religious significance in Hinduism.
Ayurvedic Application of cardamom Eliminates Toxins: Cardamom is also helpful in eliminating toxins from your body. Chewing on cardamom promotes proper kidney function and removes toxins from the body. Relieves Stress: Cardamom is also good for relieving stress and tension. Drinking cardamom tea is effective in relieving stress. Enhances Sexual Functions: Cardamom rejuvenates
reproductive tissues and promotes healthy sexual activity. Boil 2 cardamoms in milk, mix honey and drink to enhance libido and sexual functions. Oral Hygiene: Bad breath can be temporarily relieved by chewing cardamom. However, bad breath can be a symptom of some other health problem, hence proper treatment is advised.
Maintains healthy blood pressure:
Cardamom contains potassium which is helpful in maintaining healthy blood pressure. Including cardamom in diet is recommended for people with high blood pressure. Jan 2018 PARAMAYU
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AYUR LIFE Recipe
Winter Melon Soup Winter melon contains beta carotene and vitamin A, both of which are good for the eyes.
Komal Karamchandani
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inter melon has cooling effect on the body, reduces acidity, maintains cholesterol in check and keeps bowel movements clear.
Ingredients
Process
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1. Dice winter gourd and toma-
4. Remove bay leaf and cinna-
2. Warm ghee in a pressure
5. Add a cup of water and cook
toes in small pieces
cooker and fry bay leaf, cinnamon, ginger, tomatoes and winter gourd for 5-7 minutes
3. Add 2 cup water, close the lid
and cook until 4-5 whistles
mon, blend to a fine puree for 4-5 minutes
6. Add salt, pepper and corian-
der before serving
Home Remedies AYUR LIFE
Doctor Dadi Dr. Hemant Jadhav
Home Remedies for Acidity
ACidity What is Acidity?
Digestive enzymes are acidic in nature. Gastric juices help in digesting the food but in excess this may lead to gastritis which causes gas, bloating and a feeling of heaviness. Irregular diet and eating habits increase acid levels in the stomach which is acidity. as a result, we experience a burning sensation in the throat, chest, and abdomen. This is what is known as acidity.
Causes of Acidity Irregular meal timings, spicy foods & eating junk foods
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Drink Amla (Indian Gooseberry) juice in the morning on an empty stomach
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Do not stay awake till late at night
Soak raisings overnight and eat them first thing in the morning
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Do not eat spicy foods
Drink pomegranate juice in the morning
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Do not eat baked or roasted foods
Add coriander, fennel and mint in your diet
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Caraway is also a good home remedy for decreasing acidity. Boil caraway seeds and strain the water through a sieve. Drinking this water in the morning is helpful.
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Drinking cold milk is also beneficial in acidity
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Consume 1 teaspoon rose petal jam once or twice daily for relief in acidity
Tips to Keep Acidity in Control
Avoid excess exposure to the sun Practise Pranayama to keep stress in check Do not eat sour foods, coffee, tea, tobacco Do not fast excessively
Eating under stress Smoking, drinking alcohol and not chewing food properly Staying awake till late at night Because of the above reasons, the amount of acid in stomach increases and rises though the food canal. This upward rise of gastric juices is the cause of burning sensation in the abdomen and throat. Other symptoms of increased acidity are headaches, sour eructation, dyspepsia etc.
Note: By following the above mentioned home remedies will provide relief in keeping excessive acidity in check. For proper diagnosis and treatment, please talk to a doctor. Jan 2018 PARAMAYU
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