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According to
Ayurvedic philosophy the entire cosmos is interplay of the energies of the
five great elements Space, Air, Fire, Water and Earth. Vata, Pitta and
Kapha are combinations and permutations of these five elements that
manifest as patterns present in all creation.
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Vata, Pitta and Kapha:
the Three Doshas
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In the
physical body, Vata (composed of Space) and Air (the subtle energy
associated with movement). It governs breathing, blinking, muscle and
tissue movement, pulsation of the heart, and all movements in the
cytoplasm and cell membranes. In balance, Vata promotes creativity and
flexibility. Out of balance, Vata produces fear and anxiety.
Pitta, made
up of Fire and Water, expresses as the body's metabolic system. It governs
digestion, absorption, assimilation, nutrition, metabolism and body
temperature. In balance, Pitta promotes understanding and intelligence.
Out of balance, Pitta arouses anger, hatred and jealousy.
Kapha is formed from Earth and Water and is the energy that forms the
body's structure bones, muscles, tendons. It provides the "glue" that
holds the cells together. Kapha supplies the water for all bodily parts
and systems. It lubricates joints, moisturizes the skin, and maintains
immunity. In balance, Kapha is expressed as love, calmness and
forgiveness. Out of balance, it leads to attachment, greed and envy.
According to
Ayurveda, there are seven body types which are mono-types (Vata, Pitta or
Kapha predominant), dual types (Vata-Pitta, Pitta-Kapha or, Kapha-Vata),
and equal types, (Vata, Pitta and Kapha in equal proportions). Every
individual has a unique combination of these three Doshas. To understand
individuality is the foundation of healing according to Ayurveda, "The
Science of Life".
Ayurveda and Kerala
Duration: One
and a half hours/day for 07 to 14 days)
This is a complete rejuvenation therapy comprising of synchronized special
massage, Herbal steam bath, Njavarakizhi, Pizichil etc. This health
program is directed towards improving the vitality. It will also go on
long way to tone up the skin and improve complexion.
Body Immunisation
( Duration: One and a half hours/day for 07 to 21 days)
This therapy is carried out after consultation with Ayurveda Doctor. It
differs from person to person. This package consists of Panchakarma (05
elements) Therapy. This Therapy is directed towards strengthening the
immune system in order to achieve ideal health. This therapy enhances the
bodies' ability to develop immunization within itself to prevent common
seasonal diseases.
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Body Sudation
( Duration: One hour per day for 07 days)
This package comprises of synchronized massage followed by herbal steam
bath. This is meant for improving body resistance, improves the eyesight,
inducing deep sleep, reduces high blood pressure and elimination of
impurities in the system etc.
Body slimming
( Duration: one hour per day for 07 days)
This package is deep massage using herbal powders. This reduces obesity,
imparts, mobility to joints, strengthens muscles and refreshes the body.
Panchakarma Therapy
( Duration: 02 Hours a day for 07 to 14 days)
The package contains the famous Panchakarma [05 therapies] and some of the
sub therapies. It is a total and integrated health pack meant for both the
healthy and the sick. Therapies include synchronized massage, herbal steam
bath, Njavarakizhi, Pizichil Sirodhara etc. followed by Panchakarma
therapy.
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Pizhichil
( Duration: 14Days)
In this treatment, lukewarm herbal oils are applied all over the body by
two to four trained masseurs in a special rhythmic way for about 60 to 90
minutes per day for a period of 7 to 21 days. This treatment is very
useful for Rheumatic diseases like arthritis, paralysis, hemiplegia,
paralysis-agitanus, sexual weakness, nervous weakness.
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Njavarakizhi
( Duration : 14 Days)
It is a therapy by which the whole body or any specific part thereof is
made to perspire by the application of certain medical puddings externally
in the form of boluses tied up in a muslin bag. Two to four masseurs apply
this for about 60 to 90 minutes per day for a period of 14 days. This
treatment is for all types rheumatism, pain in the joints, emaciation of
limbs, blood pressure, cholesterol and certain kinds of skin diseases.
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Dhara
(Duration: 14 Days)
In this Treatment, herbal oils, medicated milk, medicated butter milk
etc., are poured on the forehead in a special method for about 45 minutes
in a day. This treatment is mainly for insomnia, Vata predominated
diseases, mental tension and certain skin diseases.
Vasthi
( Duration: 14 Days)
Certain herbal oils, herbal extracts etc., are applied through the rectum
daily for the period of 5 to 25 days. This treatment is for arthritis,
paralysis, hemiplegia, numbness, gastric complaints associated with
rheumatism and constant constipation.
Shirovasthi
(Duration: 14 Days)
Certain lukewarm herbal oils are poured into a cap fitted on the head for
15 to 60 minutes per day according to the patient's conditions for a
period of 7 days. This treatment is highly effective for facial paralysis,
dryness of nostrils, mouth and throat, severe headaches, burning sensation
of head and other Vata originated diseases.
Udvarthanam
( Duration: 14 Days)
This is a typical massage with herbal powders for about 30 minutes daily
for a period of 14 to 28 days. This treatment is for the diseases like
hemiplegia, paralysis, obesity (excess fat) and certain rheumatic
ailments.
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Abyangam
( Duration: 14 Days)
Special type of oil massage, in which strokes are given according to the
diseases for 45 minutes per day for 14 days. This treatment is very useful
for obesity, especially for diabetic Gangrene (a condition due to lack of
blood circulation in the extremes of the body) etc.
Nasyam
( Duration: 14 Days)
Herbal juices, medicated oils etc., are applied through nose for 7 to 14
days. This treatment is highly effective for certain kinds of headaches,
paralysis, mental disorders, certain types of skin diseases etc.
Snehapanam
( Duration: 14 Days)
Medicated ghee is given internally in a proportionally increased quantity
for a period of 8 to 12 days. This treatment is for Osteoporosis,
Arthritis, Sporaris, and Leukemia etc.
Kizhi
( Duration: 14 Days)
Herbal leaves and herbs or herbal powders are applied to the whole body in
boluses with hot medicated oils for 45 minutes per day for a period of 7
to 14 days. This treatment is for Osteo-Arthritis, arthritis with
swelling, spondilosis, sports injuries etc.
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Books on Ayurveda
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The
Complete Illustrated Guide to Ayurveda: The Ancient Indian Healing
Tradition by Gopi Warrier, Deepika Gunawant (Paperback - August 1997).
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The
Ayurveda Encyclopedia: Natural Secrets to Healing, Prevention, &
Longevity
by Swami Sada Shiva Tirtha (Paperback - June 1998).
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Heaven's
Banquet: Vegetarian Cooking for Lifelong Health the Ayurveda Way
by Miriam Kasin Hospodar (Hardcover - April 1999).
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The
Handbook of Ayurveda : India's Medical Wisdom Explained
by Shantha Godagama (Paperback - May 1998).
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Ayurveda
and Panchakarma
by Sunil V. V. Joshi (Paperback - September 1997).
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