Introduction Imagine your body as a finely tuned instrument, delicately responding to the grand orchestra of the universe. Just as the moon pulls the tides and the sun nurtures the earth, the lunar and solar cycles cast a profound influence on how our bodies function. With each season, these celestial bodies orchestrate changes in our … Read more
Introduction Undigested foods, especially greasy foods e.g. fat, oil, butter, etc., turn acid and have toxic effects on the components of blood. “Ama” is the Ayurvedic term for the undigested foods. The essence of well-digested foods, in general, should be sweet in taste which is the source of nutrients for bodily tissues. The essence of … Read more
Individual Natures and Body Types Based on Ayurveda, all of mankind can be divided into the three basic categories of individual nature corresponding to the three major body systems (Nerve, Mucous, and Blood Circulatory System). This is the general classification of individual nature; however, various mixed combinations also exist. Each of these three main natures … Read more
Introduction to Ayurveda’s Body Systems Ayurveda, an ancient Eastern philosophy, offers profound insights into maintaining health through a unique understanding of the body’s systems. Central to Ayurvedic theory are three critical bodily systems: the Mucous or Nutritive system, the Nerve system, and the Blood circulatory system. The intricate interplay and balance among these systems form … Read more
Introduction to Ayurvedic Nutrition A proper balanced diet is, of course, the basic underlying concept in most, if not all, theories and systems of nutrition and health. As a part of an ancient, yet living science of life, the Ayurvedic concept of nutritional balance presents, in a well-ordered and scientific manner, an Eastern approach to … Read more
The “Kashyapa Samhita”, कश्यप संहिता, also known as “Kaumara Bhritya,” is a revered ancient Ayurvedic text, primarily focused on Pediatrics. Authored by the Sage Kashyapa, ऋषि कश्यप, it stands as one of the earliest comprehensive guides on child healthcare, growth, and development. This text provides extensive insights into various aspects of pediatric medicine, including diagnosis … Read more
The “Charaka Samhita”, चरक संहिता, is a seminal work in Ayurveda, an in-depth ancient system of medicine. Attributed to the Sage Charaka, ऋषि चरक, this comprehensive text is revered for its in-depth exploration of Internal Medicine. It systematically presents the theories and practices of Ayurvedic healing, covering topics such as pharmacology, diagnostics, and pathogenesis. The … Read more
The “Sushruta Samhita”, सुश्रुत संहिता, is a foundational text in Ayurvedic medicine, renowned for its pioneering approach to Surgery. Authored by the ancient Sage Sushruta, ऋषि सुश्रुत, it is one of the oldest known detailed documents on surgery. The text is celebrated for its systematic classification of surgical procedures, detailed descriptions of over 300 surgical … Read more
Introduction: Shalya Tantra Shalya Tantra, in Sanskrit शल्य तन्त्र, the section of Surgery follows the school of Dhanwantari Divodasa. The ancient Ayurvedic book, Susruta Samhita is one of the best texts for study. Ayurvedic surgery deals with 1) pre-operation cures, 2) operative surgery, 3) post-operation cures, and 4) emergency treatments. The pre-operation cures are concerned … Read more
Introduction The morbid condition of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is called “Ojaksaya”. It is, in general, concerned with the deficiency of serum (Rasaksaya), which weakens the function of the heart. The weak heart can not properly circulate the blood, especially through the arteries. This indeed is the underlying cause of low blood pressure, which results … Read more