NjavaraKizhi (Shashtika Shali Pinda Swedam)

kerala ayurveda rejuvenattion treatment njavarakizhi Njavarakizhi is a profoundly relaxing and revitalising massage used as a rejuvenation treatment to relieve joint pain and discomfort by the vata dosha. Njavarkizhi, also known as shashtikashali pinda swedam, is a form of massage that promotes sweating and stress relief. Njavara is a rice variety native to Kerala that has medicinal properties. In Malayalam, njavara refers to rice that grows in 60 days and is also known as shashtikashali in Sanskrit. Kizhi is the Sanskrit word for bolus, which is also known as pinda. Njavara kizhi is an Ayurveda treatment procedure practiced by Kerala...

Ayurveda approaches to healthy hair

Ayurveda approaches to healthy hair

The different strategies and approaches to healthy hair will be discussed here. We’ll discuss foods, herbs, massages, and yoga practices that can help you maintain your hair, as well as how to treat hair loss. Everyone likes perfect, healthy hair, but some of us may be suffering from hair loss or other hair imbalances or problems. Today, we’ll talk about how to take care of our hair and keep it healthy. When we think of hair loss in Ayurveda, we generally think of it as a condition of excess Vata or Pitta. Whenever there is excess pitta or heat in...

Breakfast – the Secret to better health

Breakfast – the Secret to better health

Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day. Some people wake up hungry and ready to eat, while others do not. Here are some of the reasons why a small snack like a banana or a piece of wheat toast will help jump-start your day and boost your overall health. Ayurveda is all about breakfast. It is believed that how you begin your day defines how you will feel for the rest of the day. Skipping breakfast especially irritates Sadhaka Pitta, a Pitta sub dosha. Balanced Sadhaka Pitta, brings joy and contentment. An imbalanced Sadhaka Pitta can lead...

hypertension and ayurveda remedies

hypertension and ayurveda remedies

High blood pressure is a major health issue and it matters because of the debilitating effects that it can produce 7 out of 10 people on their first heart attack have high blood pressure also 8 out of 10 people getting their first stroke are also dealing with high blood pressure Hypertension is a disease that is caused by an individual’s lifestyle. Blood pressure is also referred to as a “silent killer,” so it’s important to get it monitored regularly and keep it under control. To begin, it is important to comprehend the physiological aspects of blood pressure in Ayurveda,...

nasya in ayurveda– Nasal & Head Treatment

nasya in ayurveda– Nasal & Head Treatment

Nasya in Ayurveda represented as an ultimate treatment for healing and cleansing. And It’s a fundamental part of panchakarma treatment, Nasya means the administration of oils, powders, herbal juices, infusions, or smoke through the nasal root. It is specifically designed for ENT disorders that mean your ears, nose and throat disorder. Nasya is an ancient Ayurvedic nasal treatment that includes a head, neck, and shoulder massage, as well as the application of warmed herbal oil to the nasal cavity. The nose is considered the “doorway to your brain” Ayurvedic culture, which means anything given through the nose reaches your brain....

Allergies: An Ayurvedic Perspective

Allergies: An Ayurvedic Perspective

An allergy is a hypersensitive body reaction when some material comes into contact with it. In an allergic reaction, a person can experience a slightly uncomfortable feeling of fatal anaphylaxis. The most common allergens that cause allergies are dust mites, pollen, mold spores, cosmetics, pet dander, insect stings, food, medicines, etc. Allergies occur when the immune system of a person responds to chemicals that are harmless to other people in the environment. Normally your immune system fights germs, it is your body’s defense system. The immune system of each person responds differently to the allergens that cause these sensitivities. Therefore,...

What are the difference between ayurveda and naturopathy?

What are the difference between ayurveda and naturopathy?

In many cases, peoples ask the question what is the difference between naturopathy and Ayurveda ? Here we will explain the major differences between Ayurveda and naturopathy. Naturopathy and Ayurveda are both natural and clinical sciences that, help people to feel better and reach their optimal health goals more specifically. Naturopathy’s approach is based on the “healing power of nature” to treat different diseases by improving the body through modalities such as botanical medicine, diet, hydrotherapy, homeopathy, and physical medicine, with an emphasis on supporting the life force or “vital force” while encouraging the patient to make meaningful lifestyle changes....

Ayurveda tips to improve digestive system naturally

Ayurveda tips to improve digestive system naturally

Do you feel tired after meals is your appetite inconsistent? Do you feel bloating or other discomforts with your digestion? Many individuals encounter these things, but they don’t know how to stop them. Digestion in Ayurveda is a key concept, In Ayurveda, it is mentioned in terms of Agni or Digestive fire. A large part of ayurvedic medicine is about managing and restoring this digestive fire. When you see an ayurvedic physician, they will always evaluate your digestion and give you remedies to improve it. Digestion and the gut play a vital role in many diseases and the way to...

6 Wellness tips to start an healthy new year 2021

6 Wellness tips to start an healthy new year 2021

The year 2020 has ended and we look back to look at all the activities that made it the way it is this year. Via Wellness Sutra, let’s start 2021 with health, happiness, success, and self-growth. When you look closely, you realize that there was something constant about all of them, whatever the events were, and that is you. Let your focus be yourself for this year and how you look after your physical, emotional, social, and spiritual development. The 6 effective ways to kick start this year through wellness sutra are below. 01. Choose the right food Food is...

Ayurveda tips for winter self care

Ayurveda tips for winter self care

The sixth chapter of sutra stanam in charaka samhita and the third chapter of sutra stanam in astanga hredayam talk about the seasonal changes that occur in the body how they affect Vata Pitta and Kapha and the dietary and lifestyle guidelines one can follow to maintain a balance of doshas during these seasons and avoid diseases. These three doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, regulate our mind-body system, as well as the whole of nature. We feel fine, enjoy perfect health, and radiate natural beauty when these three doshas are in their ideal balance It’s important to remain in complete...