Category: Naturopathy

Types Of Fomentation In Ayurveda And Its Benefits

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By Prema Sitham Sometimes the muscles will not have adequate work or it may get stressed out and weak. The medicines are not the proper remedy for this pain; fomentation is the best remedy for this kind of muscle pain. This method is invented during early days and it is well maintained and practiced in Ayurveda, Sidda and Naturopathy and they give more importance to this technique. Fomentation heat is different for different parts, if a person is suffering from knee pain a hot fomentation is applied, if it is…

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Bowel cleansing using Enemas

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Would it benefit me to have regular enemas to help remove excess toxins from my body? What is an Enema? A bowel enema is the procedure of introducing liquids to cleanse the colon via the anus.  The water volume causes expansion of the lower gastrointestinal tract causing the bowel wall to contract releasing wastes from the bowel wall.  This method can result in an uncomfortable feeling of bloating, cramping, strong peristalsis and a feeling of urgency or need to evacuate the bowels.  Enemas can be beneficial in helping to restore…

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Fasting in Naturopathy: For better Health and Well-being

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Fasting is different from starvation. It is a highly constructive and beneficial technique that results in the elimination of toxic waste from the body, thereby restoring good health. It is the best form of medication in Naturopathy and works every time without fail. Fasting therapy, as advocated by Naturopathy, is an all-natural road to excellent health and overall wellness. Fasting gives digestive organs ample time to restore health and regain the efficiency that has been disturbed with modern-day eating habits. Sedentary lifestyles and unhealthy food choices can be blamed for landing us in…

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The Five Elements of Naturopathy

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The Five Elements Sarvam Dravyam Panchabhoutikatvam (Panchamahabhutas are the building blocks of everything on earth).Panchamahabhutas or the five elements of nature – Earth, Water, Fire, Air and Ether – are the sources of life and energy. Air originates from Ether, Fire originates from Air, Water originates from Fire and Earth originates from Water. The human body is made up of these five elements as well and disintegrates into its constituent elements upon death. A balance between these elements is required in our body for us to be healthy. Improper diet,…

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Naturopathy Offers Relief to Cancer Patients, Find Out How!

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For years, doctors have struggled to find the perfect solution to treat and possibly cure cancer. Alas, they have not succeeded! However, recently doctors have decided to use integrated medicine with cancer treatment and that has proved to be quite effective. In a majority of cases, patients suffering from cancer have to undergo radiation or chemotherapy and that causes a number of side-effects, such as: Diarrhea or mouth sores Fatigue Joint pain Tingling and numbness in the hands or feet Radiation induced dermatitis Nausea and vomiting Insomnia Immune system modulation…

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Essence of Wellness

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Nowadays, we associate wellness with our physical well-being, stamina, and ability. The fact is that, wellness is a broad term that accounts for our physical, mental and spiritual health. We are very able to see the benefits or detriments to our physical body, but many times are oblivious to or take for granted our mental and spiritual welfare. Our bodies though, work at every level to give us optimal health. Any disturbance at any layer of energy can disrupt our soundness. There are many dimensions to our wellness, and when…

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Chromotherapy – Naturopathy treatment

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Chromotherapy (or Colour Therapy or Surya Kiran Chikitsa) is a drugless method of treating the diseases by using different colors from sunlight. It can be used for any problem – physical, mental, emotional or spiritual. It is equally relevant for specific problems as well as an overall relaxation therapy. According to the basic principles of Chromotherapy, human body is composed of different colors and lack of any color in our body gives rise to disease. A person is said to be in a state of health as long as the…

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Hydrotherapy – Naturopathy Treatment

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Hydrotherapy is an ancient form of treatment where water is used in different forms to relieve physical and mental ailments and to recharge body vitality. Water has extraordinary healing properties at different temperatures. Internal applications includes intake of water, enema, sniffing of water. External applications includes bath, packs, compress, sprays etc. Benefits: Helps maintain hydration of the body Helps in proper secretion of body fluids and maintenance of Ph Aids digestion and prevents constipation Improves skin condition and nourishes it Helps in detoxification Being a universal solvent, its use helps…

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Embrace Naturopathy for Stress Management

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Know Stress, No Stress! Most of the people associate stress only with emotional discomfort, which is not true. Stress is the condition of excessive strain on your body due to adverse circumstances. When a person cannot adapt to the stressful events, it creates a harmful reaction on the body. There are four main type of Stress 1. Physical Stress 2. Psychological Stress 3. Psycho-Social Stress 4. Psycho-Spiritual Stress Physical strain on your body because of surgery, injury, exhaustion, pollution, hunger, substance abuse, toxicity… anything that hampers the functions of the body…

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Naturopathy Tips for Controlling Asthma and Improving the Quality of Life

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Asthma is an allergic condition and one of the most troublesome of respiratory diseases. Patients suffering from this condition are often found gasping for breath. Unfortunately, Western medicine has not been able to find a cure to this debilitating disease. The vaccines and drugs that are available only have a limited value. However, what modern science could not accomplish, alternative therapies, such as naturopathy, have been able to offer natural cure treatments for this crippling disease. With naturopathy, you can control, cure and even prevent asthma, as well as, bronchitis.…

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