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الأحد، 10 مايو 2020

Importance and Benefits of Soil Treatment in Nature Therapy (Clay Treatment)

مايو 10, 2020
Importance and Benefits of Soil Treatment in Nature Therapy (Clay Treatment)
Soil is also important in nature therapy. Soil treatment is as beneficial as hydrology. Soil is usually used as a coating, bandage or poultice. Wet mud is applied mainly on the abdomen or the part of the body where the symptoms of the disease are found.  As needed, cover the whole body or cover the body with soil with the head out.
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Pic-Experiment with clay all over the body

The clay strip has the following benefits

(1) Coldness: The soil coating or strip gives more 'Coldness' than the water bar. When there is a fever, it can be reduced by a clay strip. The soil strip has to be replaced every now and then until the body temperature drops to the desired level.

(2) Toxin Absorber: Soil has a wonderful and unique property of absorbing toxins in the body. Applying a bandage of soil on the abscess or pus wound, the soil absorbs all the pus in a short time and the wound is cleansed.

(3) Anti-inflammatory: Applying mud on the area of ​​the body where there is inflammation reduces the swelling. Try this remedy on swollen feet, tonsils or eyes.

(4) Stress reliever: If the muscles or nerves are very stimulated, if you put a bandage of clay on that part of the body, this stimulation is relieved and the stress on them is reduced.

(5) Painkillers: Relives pain if applied to the aching part of the body.

Which soil to take?

Clean, chemically neutral colored soil can be used for this experiment. If it is clay, add a little sand.  Sift the soil. That is, there will be no rubbish or stones. Then dry it in the sun. When coating, add enough water to soften the soil like butter. Then apply it on the part of the body where you want to apply the coating, the clay coating should be about an inch thick. The coating can also be spread on a wet cloth like a thin muslin. It is necessary to use a cloth when applying clay on the eye or head.
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Pic-Clay Strip

If the clay coating or strip is left open, it mainly has a coating effect, but if the soil is spread, a thick cotton or warm cloth is tied over it to produce a warming effect, which means that if the purpose is to reduce body heat. The soil should not be covered with a cloth, but if the purpose is to generate heat, the soil should be covered with a cloth. Normally after half to one hour should remove the soil. It is okay to reapply after a while as needed.
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Pic-Abdominal clay bandage

If the soil is used for coldness, wipe the area with a damp cloth and then rub the area by hand - dry friction - to create a normal temperature. If the soil is covered with a cloth for heat, wipe the body with a cold, wet cloth after removing the soil.

In case of fever, constipation, diarrhea, stomach or intestinal ulcer, uterine bleeding, hernia (hernia), anal fissure (incision), appendicitis pain, abdominal pain, menstrual irregularities, etc. the soil experiment is beneficial. Experimenting with soil on blisters, wounds, pain or swelling is unimaginably beneficial.
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السبت، 18 أبريل 2020

Ayurveda’s Immunity Boosting Measures for Self Care during COVID-19 Crisis

أبريل 18, 2020
Ayurveda’s Immunity Boosting Measures for Self Care during COVID-19 Crisis
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This Measures are Published by Indian Ministry of AYUSH in order to fight against COVID-19.

In the wake of the Covid 19 outbreak, entire mankind across the globe is suffering. Enhancing the body’s natural defence system (immunity) plays an important role in maintaining optimum health.

We all know that prevention is better than cure. While there is no medicine for COVID-19 as of now, it will be good to take preventive measures which boost our immunity in these times.

Ayurveda, being the science of life, propagates the gifts of nature in maintaining healthy and happy living. Ayurveda’s extensive knowledge base on preventive
care, derives from the concepts of “Dinacharya” - daily regimes and “Ritucharya” - seasonal regimes to maintain healthy life. It is a plant-based science. The simplicity of awareness about oneself and the harmony each individual can achieve by uplifting and maintaining his or her immunity is emphasized across Ayurveda’s classical scriptures.

Ministry of AYUSH recommends the following self-care guidelines for preventive health measures and boosting immunity with special reference to respiratory health. These are supported by Ayurvedic literature and scientific publications.

Recommended Measures

I - General Measures
1. Drink warm water throughout the day.
2. Daily practice of Yogasana, Pranayama and meditation for at least 30 minutes as advised by Ministry of AYUSH (#YOGAatHome #StayHome #StaySafe)
3. Spices like Haldi (Turmeric), Jeera (Cumin), Dhaniya (Coriander) and Lahsun (Garlic) are recommended in cooking.

II - Ayurvedic Immunity Promoting Measures
1. Take Chyavanprash 10gm (1tsf) in the morning. Diabetics should take sugar
free Chyavanprash.
2. Drink herbal tea / decoction (Kadha) made from Tulsi (Basil), Dalchini (Cinnamon), Kalimirch (Black pepper), Shunthi (Dry Ginger) and Munakka (Raisin) - once or twice a day. Add jaggery (natural sugar) and / or fresh lemon juice to your taste, if needed.
3. Golden Milk- Half tea spoon Haldi (turmeric) powder in 150 ml hot milk once or twice a day.

III - Simple Ayurvedic Procedures
1. Nasal application - Apply sesame oil / coconut oil or Ghee in both the nostrils (Pratimarsh Nasya) in morning and evening.
2. Oil pulling therapy- Take 1 table spoon sesame or coconut oil in mouth. Do not drink, Swish in the mouth for 2 to 3 minutes and spit it off followed by warm water rinse. This can be done once or twice a day.

IV - During dry cough / sore throat
1. Steam inhalation with fresh Pudina (Mint) leaves or Ajwain (Caraway seeds) can be practiced once in a day.
2. Lavang (Clove) powder mixed with natural sugar / honey can be taken 2-3 times a day in case of cough or throat irritation.
3. These measures generally treat normal dry cough and sore throat. However, it is best to consult doctors if these symptoms persist.

1 The above measures can be followed to the extent possible as per an
individual’s convenience.

2 These measures are recommended by following eminent Vaidyas from
across the Country as they may possibly boost an individual’s immunity
against infections.

1. Padma Shri Vaidya P R Krishnakumar, Coimbatore
2. Padma Bhushan Vaidya Devendra Triguna, Delhi
3. Vaidya P M Varier, Kottakkal
4. Vaidya Jayant Devpujari, Nagpur
5. Vaidya Vinay Velankar, Thane
6. Vaidya B S Prasad, Belgaum
7. Padma Shri Vaidya Gurdeep Singh, Jamnagar
8. Acharya Balkrishna ji, Haridwar
9. Vaidya M S Baghel, Jaipur
10.Vaidya R B Dwivedi, Hardoi UP
11.Vaidya K N Dwivedi, Varanasi
12.Vaidya Rakesh Sharma, Chandigarh
13.Vaidya Abichal Chattopadhyay, Kolkata
14.Vaidya Tanuja Nesari, Delhi
15.Vaidya Sanjeev Sharma, Jaipur
16.Vaidya Anup Thakar, Jamnagar

Disclaimer: The above advisory does not claim to be treatment for COVID-19.

Read the official release by clicking on below link-

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الأربعاء، 15 أبريل 2020

How To Do Body Massage at Home? (Naturopathy Massage Techniques and Benefits)

أبريل 15, 2020
How To Do Body Massage at Home? (Naturopathy Massage Techniques and Benefits)
Massage is very important in the treatment of Naturopathy. The history of Massage is as old as that. Massage has been practiced for thousands of years in countries such as India, China, Greece, Rome, Egypt and so on. We need not to go every time in spa or various Massage Parlour's instead we can do full body massage at home naturally by following below simple techniques.

And the most important part is, you did not required any partner or masseur for doing your massage. You can do it yourself and as when required. So just read the below article and follow the same.

How to do Body Massage? Let's follow below simple steps while massaging

Massage is usually done with dry hands. But if the skin is rough or too weak, massage can be done with a wet cloth or with oil. Sesame oil is best for massage, some people use powder for massage, but it is not good, the pores of the skin gets closed with the use of powder.

First massage the hands and feet. Then, respectively, the chest, stomach, abdomen, waist, clans and finally the face and head. If possible, massage yourself is a bit of exercise. Weak people seek the help of others for massage.

See the direction of massage in the below picture.
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After Massage, bathing with warm water is desirable.

If there is high blood pressure, massage it from head to toe. 

Benefits of Body Massage on body functions & Organs

Massage has been found to have a great effect on various body functions and organs. Let's look at some of the effects below,

Skin: Massage benefits the skin very well. The release of toxins from the skin helps in draining the toxins.

Muscle: Muscle tension decreases with massage. If it hurts, the pain subsides. Lactic acid accumulates in the muscles if you work too hard. This acid is washed away by massage and increases refreshment. 

Blood circulation: Blood circulation accelerates by the Massage. Relative parts of the body gain strength and their immune system increases. Increased circulation reduces swelling. Massage enhances the ability of the blood to carry oxygen and use it.

Nerve: Gently, gently massaging stimulates nerve fibers, reducing stress on them. Heavy massage works by stimulating the dull nerves.

Digestive tract: Massaging the stomach stimulates the digestive tract. Increases the efficiency of the liver and hence the body's immune system.

Urinary Tract: Massaging stimulates the kidneys. Increasing urine levels accelerates the release of toxins from the body.

Heart: Properly massaged lightens the heart burden and improves its efficiency.

Do not massage in the following situations

1. Do not massage while fever. 
2. Pregnant should avoid massage on the stomach.
3. If diarrhea, stomach and intestinal ulcers, swelling of the appendix or lumps in the abdomen, then do not massage on the stomach. 
4. There is usually no massage in dermatology.

Above article is taken from आरोग्याची गुरुकिल्ली - निसर्गोपचार पद्धती Book.

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