Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
1. Gyan Mudra (Mudra of Knowledge):
Method:
Touch the tip of the thumb to the tip of the index finger, with the other three fingers stretched out.
Specialty:
As it is a mudra of knowledge, it enhances the knowledge. The tip of thumb has centers of pituitary and endocrine glands. When we press these centers by index finger the two glands work actively.
Time duration:
There is no particular time duration for this mudra. You can practice by sitting, standing or lying on bed whenever and wherever you have time.
Benefits:
• Increases memory power and sharpens the brain
• Enhances concentration and prevents Insomnia
• If we practice it regularly, it will cure all psychological disorders like Mental, Hysteria, Anger and Depression 
2. Prithvi Mudra (Mudra of Earth):
Method:
Tip of the ring finger touches the tip of the thumb, with the other three fingers stretched out.
Specialty:
It reduces all physical weaknesses.
Time Duration:
It has no particular time duration. You can practice it any time you want.
Benefits:
• It helps to increase the weight for weak people
• It improves the complexion of skin and makes the skin to glow
• It makes the body active by keeping it healthy 
3. Varuna Mudra (Mudra of Water):
Method:
Tip of little finger touches the tip of thumb, with the other three fingers stretched out.
Specialty:
It balances the water content and prevents all diseases which come due to lack of water.
Time Duration:
It has no specific time duration and one can practice it according to their time.
Benefits:
• It retains clarity in blood by balancing water content in the body
• Prevents the pains of Gastroenteritis and Muscle Shrinkage
4.Vayu Mudra (Mudra of Air):
Method:
Keep the index finger on the base of the thumb and press with thumb keeping the other three fingers straight.
Specialty:
It prevents all the diseases that occur due to the imbalance of the air.
Time Duration:
The practice of this mudra for 45 minutes reduces the severity of the disease in 12 to 24 hours. For better results practice it for two months.
Benefits:
• It cures Rheumatism, Arthritis, Gout, Parkinson's disease and paralysis without any medicine
• It is useful for Cervical Spondilytis, paralysis to face and catching of nerve in neck
• It corrects the disorder of gas in the stomach 
5.Shunya Mudra (Mudra of Emptiness):
Method:
Keep the middle finger at the mount of Venus and press it with thumb.
Specialty:
It reduces the dullness in our body.
Time Duration:
One can practice it for 40 to 60 minutes daily until to be cured from the disease.
Benefits:
• It relieves an earache within 4 or 5 minutes
• It is useful for the deaf and mentally challenged, but not for inborn ones.
6.Surya Mudra (Mudra of Sun):
Method:
Bend the ring finger and press it with thumb.
Specialty:
It sharpens the center in thyroid gland.
Time Duration:
Practice it daily twice for 5 to 15 minutes.
Benefits:
• It reduces cholesterol in body and helps in reducing weight
• It reduces anxiety
• It corrects indigestion problems 
7.Prana Mudra (Mudra of Life):
Method:
Bend ring finger and little finger and touch the tip of thumb with their tips keeping the remaining two fingers stretched.
Specialty:
As it is the mudra of life, it improves the power of life. Weak people become strong. It reduces the clamps in blood vessels. If we practice it regularly, we will become active.
Time Duration:
No specific time duration. One can practice it any time.
Benefits:
• It improves immunity
• Improves the power of eyes and reduces eye related diseases
• It removes the vitamin deficiency and fatigue 
8. Apana Mudra (Mudra of Digestion):
Method:
The tips of middle finger and ring finger touch the tip of thumb while the other two fingers are stretched out.
Specialty:
It plays an important role in our health as it regulates the excretory system.
Time Duration:
Practice it daily for 45 minutes, but practice for longer time yields more benefits.
Benefits:
• It regulates diabetes
• It cures constipation and piles
• It helps excreting the normal waste regularly 
9. Apana Vayu Mudra (Mudra of Heart):
Method:
The tips of the middle finger and ring finger touch the tip of thumb, while the index finger touches the base of thumb and little finger stretched out.
Specialty:
It benefits the heart. It works like injection in the reduction of heart attack. It is as powerful as sorbitate tablet. It reduces the gas content in body.
Time Duration:
Practice it as many times as you can. Heart patients and BP patients can practice it for 15 minutes daily twice for better results.
Benefits:
• It strengthens the heart and regularizes palpitation
• It regulates excretory system
• It redeems gastric trouble
10. Linga Mudra (Mudra of Heat):
Method:
Interlock the fingers of both the hands and keep the thumb of the left hand vertically straight and encircle it with the thumb and the index finger of the right hand..
Specialty:
It generates heat in our body. Take milk, ghee, more water and fruit juices in addition to practice of this mudra for much benefits.
Time Duration:
Practice it any time you want. But don't practice it a lot as it produces heat in the body. It can cause sweating even in winter if you practice it longer.
Benefits:
• It stops production of phlegm and gives power to lungs
• It cures severe cold and bronchial infection
• It invigorates the body
Monday, March 30, 2009
management of erectile dysfunction
**tips to overcome ED
1. Avoid consumption of alcohol. If you are addicted to alcohol restrict the intake. Alcohol acts on central nervous system and causes erectile dysfunction.
2. Keep away from smoking. Men who smoke suffer from erectile dysfunction than men who do not. It is evident from researches. Smoking causes formation of plaques in arteries (atherosclerosis) which obstruct the blood flow.
3.Avoid working for long hours. Take a break from regular routine at week ends and spend time with your partner.
4.Practice Yoga and meditation regularly to keep away anxiety, depression and stress. Meditation and Yoga are best stress busters.
5.Do not have the fear of not getting hard erections or do not doubt your ability to satisfy your partner. It will lead to psychological ED.
6.Happy and comfortable atmosphere at home is very essential to stimulate sexual desire and keep sexually healthy.
7.Exercise regularly and daily. Brisk walk for 45 minutes is the best exercise which keeps the cardiovascular system healthy. Researches have shown that the incidences of erectile dysfunction are less in men who regularly exercise.
8.Weight reduction helps to increase testosterone level and increases sexual energy and stamina. Weight reduction helps to keep hypertension and diabetes in control. Diabetes causes erectile dysfunction and anti hypertensive medications may cause erectile dysfunction.
9.Marijuana, heroin, cocaine etc cause erectile dysfunction. Withdrawing from addiction to the above mentioned substances really helps in increasing erections and sexual stamina.
10.Reduce the frequency of masturbation. Masturbating twice in a week is ideal. .
11.Massage whole body with herbal oil at least once in a week. This increases sexual energy and stamina. Body massage (abhyanga) is mentioned as the best aphrodisiac in Ayurveda.
12.Sleep at least for 8 hours a day. Body gets energized with good sleep.
13.Do not control natural urges. Empty your bladder before going to bed with your partner.
14.Take all steps to prevent indigestion and constipation. Indigestion and constipation vitiate doshas and cause diseases.Hard erections will not occur when body is not healthy.
15.Avoid hot, spicy and bitter foods which imbalance vata . According to Ayurveda imbalanced vata causes erectile dysfunction.
16.Give a gap of four days between two consecutive intercourses.
17.Regularly consume Vajikarana Preparations. Vajikarana preparations always keep men sexually healthy.
Give a gap of four days between two consecutive intercourses.
1. Avoid consumption of alcohol. If you are addicted to alcohol restrict the intake. Alcohol acts on central nervous system and causes erectile dysfunction.
2. Keep away from smoking. Men who smoke suffer from erectile dysfunction than men who do not. It is evident from researches. Smoking causes formation of plaques in arteries (atherosclerosis) which obstruct the blood flow.
3.Avoid working for long hours. Take a break from regular routine at week ends and spend time with your partner.
4.Practice Yoga and meditation regularly to keep away anxiety, depression and stress. Meditation and Yoga are best stress busters.
5.Do not have the fear of not getting hard erections or do not doubt your ability to satisfy your partner. It will lead to psychological ED.
6.Happy and comfortable atmosphere at home is very essential to stimulate sexual desire and keep sexually healthy.
7.Exercise regularly and daily. Brisk walk for 45 minutes is the best exercise which keeps the cardiovascular system healthy. Researches have shown that the incidences of erectile dysfunction are less in men who regularly exercise.
8.Weight reduction helps to increase testosterone level and increases sexual energy and stamina. Weight reduction helps to keep hypertension and diabetes in control. Diabetes causes erectile dysfunction and anti hypertensive medications may cause erectile dysfunction.
9.Marijuana, heroin, cocaine etc cause erectile dysfunction. Withdrawing from addiction to the above mentioned substances really helps in increasing erections and sexual stamina.
10.Reduce the frequency of masturbation. Masturbating twice in a week is ideal. .
11.Massage whole body with herbal oil at least once in a week. This increases sexual energy and stamina. Body massage (abhyanga) is mentioned as the best aphrodisiac in Ayurveda.
12.Sleep at least for 8 hours a day. Body gets energized with good sleep.
13.Do not control natural urges. Empty your bladder before going to bed with your partner.
14.Take all steps to prevent indigestion and constipation. Indigestion and constipation vitiate doshas and cause diseases.Hard erections will not occur when body is not healthy.
15.Avoid hot, spicy and bitter foods which imbalance vata . According to Ayurveda imbalanced vata causes erectile dysfunction.
16.Give a gap of four days between two consecutive intercourses.
17.Regularly consume Vajikarana Preparations. Vajikarana preparations always keep men sexually healthy.
Give a gap of four days between two consecutive intercourses.
ASHOKA RASAYANA
in the ramayana, one of the books of hindu mythology, there is mention of ashoka tree. ashoka means "without sorrow", a reference to this bark's reputation for keeping women healthy and youthful. buddha was said to be born under this tree.
ashoka is a small, spreading, evergreen tree, with smooth brownish bark and compound leaves forming a dense crown. it has bright orange flowers in small dense branches and flat fruits with several smooth gray seeds. this tree has to be distinguished from the indian fir or mast tree, botanically known as polyalthia longifolia. ashoka is one of the sacred trees of the hindus. the dried bark of the tree constitutes the drug. the bark contains tannins and catechol. the powder of the bark contains silica, sodium, potassiom, phosphate, magnesium, iron, calcium, strontium and aluminium. a crystalline glycosidal substance has been isolated from the bark with galactose as the constituent sugar.
both the dried flowers of ashoka and the bark have been used in ayurveda for many centuries. the bark is prescribed in ayurvedic medicine for arresting bleeding or secretion and as a uterine sedative. it is said to have a stimulating effect on the endometrium that is, the mucuous membrance lining the uterus and on the ovarian tissues. it acts directly on the muscular fibers of the uterus.
ashoka is a small, spreading, evergreen tree, with smooth brownish bark and compound leaves forming a dense crown. it has bright orange flowers in small dense branches and flat fruits with several smooth gray seeds. this tree has to be distinguished from the indian fir or mast tree, botanically known as polyalthia longifolia. ashoka is one of the sacred trees of the hindus. the dried bark of the tree constitutes the drug. the bark contains tannins and catechol. the powder of the bark contains silica, sodium, potassiom, phosphate, magnesium, iron, calcium, strontium and aluminium. a crystalline glycosidal substance has been isolated from the bark with galactose as the constituent sugar.
both the dried flowers of ashoka and the bark have been used in ayurveda for many centuries. the bark is prescribed in ayurvedic medicine for arresting bleeding or secretion and as a uterine sedative. it is said to have a stimulating effect on the endometrium that is, the mucuous membrance lining the uterus and on the ovarian tissues. it acts directly on the muscular fibers of the uterus.
diet criteria
##type o:
people with this blood type are natural meat eaters.they should stick to a diet rich in proteins and low in carbohydrates.their bodies cannot properly metabolise a high carb diet,so if they don't stick to a meat diet,they will end up putting on a lot of weight.this blood type should cut down on wheat,milk and other dairy products as they can lead to lower immunity.vegetarians need not to fret as they can take all types of fruits and vegetables.
**type a:
meat is not good for this blood type,they are ore prone to diabetes,heart diseaes,and cancer,all of which are worsen with a diet consisting mainly of meat,a vegetarian diet will keep you healthy.vegetables,foods made of soya and pineapple help you loose weight.
##type b:
this is the most common blood type in indiaand one with least dietary restrictions,so if you have this type you are free to have anything,in moderation."the only problem with this type is that their immune system is quite weak compared to other groups.the only foods that you need to avoid are processed foods and this is the only blood type which can easily digest milk and dairy products.green vegetables,eggs,and tea arethe foods that will make you loose weight.corn, peanuts and wheat should be avoided when you are trying to loose weight,and only small amounts of food rich in carbs should be eaten.
**type ab:
this is a rare blood group and people who fall in this category should have a combination of foods that are recommended for blood types a and b."diets for blood group a and b are quiet different from one another and that's why this blood type's is tricky.over tim,you will find out which foods are easily metabolized and which are not.it's only with time and some experiments that people in this group find out what food suits them
people with this blood type are natural meat eaters.they should stick to a diet rich in proteins and low in carbohydrates.their bodies cannot properly metabolise a high carb diet,so if they don't stick to a meat diet,they will end up putting on a lot of weight.this blood type should cut down on wheat,milk and other dairy products as they can lead to lower immunity.vegetarians need not to fret as they can take all types of fruits and vegetables.
**type a:
meat is not good for this blood type,they are ore prone to diabetes,heart diseaes,and cancer,all of which are worsen with a diet consisting mainly of meat,a vegetarian diet will keep you healthy.vegetables,foods made of soya and pineapple help you loose weight.
##type b:
this is the most common blood type in indiaand one with least dietary restrictions,so if you have this type you are free to have anything,in moderation."the only problem with this type is that their immune system is quite weak compared to other groups.the only foods that you need to avoid are processed foods and this is the only blood type which can easily digest milk and dairy products.green vegetables,eggs,and tea arethe foods that will make you loose weight.corn, peanuts and wheat should be avoided when you are trying to loose weight,and only small amounts of food rich in carbs should be eaten.
**type ab:
this is a rare blood group and people who fall in this category should have a combination of foods that are recommended for blood types a and b."diets for blood group a and b are quiet different from one another and that's why this blood type's is tricky.over tim,you will find out which foods are easily metabolized and which are not.it's only with time and some experiments that people in this group find out what food suits them
managing bed ridden patients at home
a:bed should be soft and uniform.bedsheets should be tightly tucked in without wrinkles.
b:instruct the relatives to change position every 1 to 2 hrs.
c:feeding should be done preferably in sitting position and by self help;ryle's tube feeds in semi conscious patients.
d:give protein supplemants,avoid food that may cause diarrhoea.
e:give enema on alternate days to evacuate the bowels,use simple enema
f:instruct the relatives to sponge the patient everyday with a wet towel followed by dry towel,followed by eau de colone or talcum powder,teach them to move all the limb joints through full range,severa times a day.
g:check every 2 to 3 days over sacrum,back,greater trochanter and ankles,if bedsores is devdressing and padding.
h:avoid soakage of bed by urine or stools,as bedsores develop very quickly in such cases.
i:if urineary incontinence,apply a condom catheter.if urinary retention,insert a foley's cathreter and give daily bladder wash with boiled water and piodine.
j:encourage deep breathing to prevent pneumonia
b:instruct the relatives to change position every 1 to 2 hrs.
c:feeding should be done preferably in sitting position and by self help;ryle's tube feeds in semi conscious patients.
d:give protein supplemants,avoid food that may cause diarrhoea.
e:give enema on alternate days to evacuate the bowels,use simple enema
f:instruct the relatives to sponge the patient everyday with a wet towel followed by dry towel,followed by eau de colone or talcum powder,teach them to move all the limb joints through full range,severa times a day.
g:check every 2 to 3 days over sacrum,back,greater trochanter and ankles,if bedsores is devdressing and padding.
h:avoid soakage of bed by urine or stools,as bedsores develop very quickly in such cases.
i:if urineary incontinence,apply a condom catheter.if urinary retention,insert a foley's cathreter and give daily bladder wash with boiled water and piodine.
j:encourage deep breathing to prevent pneumonia
Sunday, March 29, 2009
drug interaction in epilepsy management
#in india, ayurveidc medicines have been used for thousands of years, and adverse drug reactions are also fewer in frequency and severity. these facts lead to the concomitant use of both ayurvedic and modern medicines by the patient without the physicians knowledge.
* this can ultimately lead to drug interactions which could be useful or harmful for the patient
*in observed 2 patients, which had well controlled seizures who presented with sudden loss of seizure control: a detailed history taking ;revealed that they had started taking shankhapushpi, a purported memory ehancer- animal studies with rats were carried out with single and multiple doses of the two drugs given alone and in combination. it was seen that on chronic administration both the antiepileptic effect and plasma levels of phenytoin were reduced by shankhapushpi. single dose administration of the drugs did not lead to any change in phenytoin levels. but decreased its antiepileptic effect. the interaction was found to be pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic.
*another marketed memory enhancer, mentat has been shown to increase phenytoin levels in rabbits.
*honey a substance widely used as a good vehicle for a given ayurvedic medicine has show to decrease the bioavailability of carbamazepine.
#in one study the first ultra structural evidences of neuroprotective properties in semecarpus anacardium and withania somnifera has been reported.ashwagandha ( w. somnifera) is gamma - amniobutryic acid - a( (gaba-a) receptor agonist, and katuka ( p. kurroa) has antioxidant action equal to alpha - tocopherol, which has an effect on glutathione metabolism in the liver and brain. subacute toxicity studies of groups like w. sominifera did not reveal any toxicity.
* a methanolic extract of w. somnifera root contains an ingredient that has a gaba mimetic activity.
* a clinical trial of rejuvenating drugs for the nervous system ( medhya rasayana) on epilepsy suggested that these medicines reduce the frequency duration and severity of seizures and have not shown any side effects.
*brahmi rasayana an ayurvedic preparation was studied in mice and rats its effect on the cns at oral doses ranging between 1 and 30g/kg. the study suggests an involvement of the gaba-ergic system in the medication of cns effects of brahmi rasayana.
* piperine, an active alkaloid of the piper longum and piper nigum exerted a significant protection against tetbutyl hydroperoxide and carbon tetrachloride hepatotoxicity by reducing both in vitro and in vivo lipid peroxidation, reducing enzymes leakage of glutamate pyruvate transaminase ( gpt) and alkaline phosphate ( ap) and preventing the depletion of reduced gluththione (gsh) and total thiols in intoxicated mice. piperine and its derivatives are effective anticonvulsant drugs that antagonize convulsions induced by physical and chemical methods. they also have sedative tranquilizing and muscle relaxing effects
**treatment of chronic epilepsy includes brahmi juice with honey and shatavari with milk,it is shown that the blood histamine level decreased from 0.9 to 0.37 ug/ml by vamana and the same is emitted in vomitus. this indicated elimination of toxic materials ( suksha mala) from the cellular level.
***first restore the activities of the heart mind and channels ( strotras) occluded by the dosha by using samshodhan chikitsa. vataja should be treated with basti, pittaja with virechana and kafaga with vamana. this is followed by medicinal recipes. primary therapy described in epilepsy is snehana where narayan tail is commonly used followed by swedana,in epilepsy where drugs are suitably prepared, a common vehicle is honey and salt,nasya is also an important treatment:anu tail, panchendriya vardhan tail and fresh juice of nirgundi are commonly used formulations. shirodhara is another part of the treatment.this is basically the pacificatory therapy:medicated oil, ghrita, decoctions of various suitable herbs and buttermilk are used
* this can ultimately lead to drug interactions which could be useful or harmful for the patient
*in observed 2 patients, which had well controlled seizures who presented with sudden loss of seizure control: a detailed history taking ;revealed that they had started taking shankhapushpi, a purported memory ehancer- animal studies with rats were carried out with single and multiple doses of the two drugs given alone and in combination. it was seen that on chronic administration both the antiepileptic effect and plasma levels of phenytoin were reduced by shankhapushpi. single dose administration of the drugs did not lead to any change in phenytoin levels. but decreased its antiepileptic effect. the interaction was found to be pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic.
*another marketed memory enhancer, mentat has been shown to increase phenytoin levels in rabbits.
*honey a substance widely used as a good vehicle for a given ayurvedic medicine has show to decrease the bioavailability of carbamazepine.
#in one study the first ultra structural evidences of neuroprotective properties in semecarpus anacardium and withania somnifera has been reported.ashwagandha ( w. somnifera) is gamma - amniobutryic acid - a( (gaba-a) receptor agonist, and katuka ( p. kurroa) has antioxidant action equal to alpha - tocopherol, which has an effect on glutathione metabolism in the liver and brain. subacute toxicity studies of groups like w. sominifera did not reveal any toxicity.
* a methanolic extract of w. somnifera root contains an ingredient that has a gaba mimetic activity.
* a clinical trial of rejuvenating drugs for the nervous system ( medhya rasayana) on epilepsy suggested that these medicines reduce the frequency duration and severity of seizures and have not shown any side effects.
*brahmi rasayana an ayurvedic preparation was studied in mice and rats its effect on the cns at oral doses ranging between 1 and 30g/kg. the study suggests an involvement of the gaba-ergic system in the medication of cns effects of brahmi rasayana.
* piperine, an active alkaloid of the piper longum and piper nigum exerted a significant protection against tetbutyl hydroperoxide and carbon tetrachloride hepatotoxicity by reducing both in vitro and in vivo lipid peroxidation, reducing enzymes leakage of glutamate pyruvate transaminase ( gpt) and alkaline phosphate ( ap) and preventing the depletion of reduced gluththione (gsh) and total thiols in intoxicated mice. piperine and its derivatives are effective anticonvulsant drugs that antagonize convulsions induced by physical and chemical methods. they also have sedative tranquilizing and muscle relaxing effects
**treatment of chronic epilepsy includes brahmi juice with honey and shatavari with milk,it is shown that the blood histamine level decreased from 0.9 to 0.37 ug/ml by vamana and the same is emitted in vomitus. this indicated elimination of toxic materials ( suksha mala) from the cellular level.
***first restore the activities of the heart mind and channels ( strotras) occluded by the dosha by using samshodhan chikitsa. vataja should be treated with basti, pittaja with virechana and kafaga with vamana. this is followed by medicinal recipes. primary therapy described in epilepsy is snehana where narayan tail is commonly used followed by swedana,in epilepsy where drugs are suitably prepared, a common vehicle is honey and salt,nasya is also an important treatment:anu tail, panchendriya vardhan tail and fresh juice of nirgundi are commonly used formulations. shirodhara is another part of the treatment.this is basically the pacificatory therapy:medicated oil, ghrita, decoctions of various suitable herbs and buttermilk are used
treatment of ankylosing spondylitis w.s.r. to RA
RA is described as 'ama vata'
1.avoid formation of ama byincreasing body fire:chitraka,pippali mula,yava kshara,sunthi,maricha.
2. expelling the already formed ama:trifala
3. reduce joint inflammation:trifala,guggulu,chitraka taila
4. provide natural calcium supplement to rejuvente joint:guggulu,godanti bhasma,rasna,ashwagandha, bala.
*diet:
1.avoid curd,fish,milk,urad dal,jaggery,constipating foods.
2.avoid late nights nd afternoon naps.
3.avoid stress,to back or spine
4.do not control natural urges
5.do not consume opposite foods, horse gram,ginger,bitter gourd,drum stick.always use hot water to drink
*no treatment reliably stops progression of this disease,so management aims to delay further deformity thru good posture,stretching nd deep breathing exercises.
1.avoid formation of ama byincreasing body fire:chitraka,pippali mula,yava kshara,sunthi,maricha.
2. expelling the already formed ama:trifala
3. reduce joint inflammation:trifala,guggulu,chitraka taila
4. provide natural calcium supplement to rejuvente joint:guggulu,godanti bhasma,rasna,ashwagandha, bala.
*diet:
1.avoid curd,fish,milk,urad dal,jaggery,constipating foods.
2.avoid late nights nd afternoon naps.
3.avoid stress,to back or spine
4.do not control natural urges
5.do not consume opposite foods, horse gram,ginger,bitter gourd,drum stick.always use hot water to drink
*no treatment reliably stops progression of this disease,so management aims to delay further deformity thru good posture,stretching nd deep breathing exercises.
ROLE OF SHIRODHARA IN ALOPECIA TOTALIS
*panchakarma – panchakarma therapies like shiroabhyanga, shirodhara, shirovasti strengthens the hair roots ,relax the nerves and muscle fibres and provide nutrition to hair.
*nasyam – one of the panchakarma therapy is essential to remove the doshas from the above clavicle region and provides lubrication and nutrition internally as the medicated oil in nasyam goes directly in shirha(head).
#this study was publshed in the journal of alternative and complementary medicine under the heading:psychoneuroimmunologic effects of ayurvedic oil-dripping treatment
*objective: this study assessed the psychoneuroimmunologic changes achieved by shirodhara, an ayurvedic treatment, characterized by dripping oil on the forehead, in a randomized, controlled protocol involving a novel approach using a robotic system.
*methods: in the first experiment for the determination of the most appropriate conditions of shirodhara, 16 healthy females (33 ± 9 years old) underwent a 30-minute treatment. in the second study, another 16 healthy females (39 ± 9 years old) were assigned to either the shirodhara treatment or control supine position for 30 minutes, with monitoring of physiologic, biochemical, immunologic, and psychometric parameters including anxiety and altered states of consciousness (asc).
*results: the subjects receiving shirodhara treatment showed lowered levels of state anxiety and higher levels of asc than those in the control position. plasma noradrenaline and urinary serotonin excretion decreased significantly more after shirodhara treatment than in the control. plasma levels of thyrotropin-releasing hormone, dopamine, and natural killer (nk) cell activity were different between control and shirodhara treatment. the correlation between anxiolysis and the depth of asc was significant in the shirodhara treatment group (r = 0.52, p < 0.05, n = 16), while in the control no correlation was obtained (r = 0.13, p = 0.64, n = 16). the increase in foot skin temperature after shirodhara showed a significant correlation with anxiolysis and the depth of trance of asc (r = 0.58, p < 0.01, r = 0.43, p < 0.01, respectively). nk cell activity after shirodhara treatment showed a significant correlation with anxiolysis and the depth of trance of asc (r = 0.33, p < 0.05, r = 0.56, p < 0.01, respectively).
**conclusions: these results indicate that shirodhara has anxiolytic and asc-inducing effects, and it promotes a decrease of noradrenaline and exhibits a sympatholytic effect, resulting in the activation of peripheral foot skin circulation and immunopotentiation
*nasyam – one of the panchakarma therapy is essential to remove the doshas from the above clavicle region and provides lubrication and nutrition internally as the medicated oil in nasyam goes directly in shirha(head).
#this study was publshed in the journal of alternative and complementary medicine under the heading:psychoneuroimmunologic effects of ayurvedic oil-dripping treatment
*objective: this study assessed the psychoneuroimmunologic changes achieved by shirodhara, an ayurvedic treatment, characterized by dripping oil on the forehead, in a randomized, controlled protocol involving a novel approach using a robotic system.
*methods: in the first experiment for the determination of the most appropriate conditions of shirodhara, 16 healthy females (33 ± 9 years old) underwent a 30-minute treatment. in the second study, another 16 healthy females (39 ± 9 years old) were assigned to either the shirodhara treatment or control supine position for 30 minutes, with monitoring of physiologic, biochemical, immunologic, and psychometric parameters including anxiety and altered states of consciousness (asc).
*results: the subjects receiving shirodhara treatment showed lowered levels of state anxiety and higher levels of asc than those in the control position. plasma noradrenaline and urinary serotonin excretion decreased significantly more after shirodhara treatment than in the control. plasma levels of thyrotropin-releasing hormone, dopamine, and natural killer (nk) cell activity were different between control and shirodhara treatment. the correlation between anxiolysis and the depth of asc was significant in the shirodhara treatment group (r = 0.52, p < 0.05, n = 16), while in the control no correlation was obtained (r = 0.13, p = 0.64, n = 16). the increase in foot skin temperature after shirodhara showed a significant correlation with anxiolysis and the depth of trance of asc (r = 0.58, p < 0.01, r = 0.43, p < 0.01, respectively). nk cell activity after shirodhara treatment showed a significant correlation with anxiolysis and the depth of trance of asc (r = 0.33, p < 0.05, r = 0.56, p < 0.01, respectively).
**conclusions: these results indicate that shirodhara has anxiolytic and asc-inducing effects, and it promotes a decrease of noradrenaline and exhibits a sympatholytic effect, resulting in the activation of peripheral foot skin circulation and immunopotentiation
ROLE OF DUGDHIKA IN THE MANAGEMENT OF BLEEDING PILES
*the major flavonoid components of euphorbia prostrata extract are apigenin, luteolin, apigenin-7-glucoside and luteolin-7-glucoside. the major phenolic compounds present are gallic acid, ellagic acid and tannins.
*anti-hemorrhoidal activity : euphorbia prostrata extract has been clearly shown to have significant anti-hemorrhoidal activity as demonstrated by ano-rectal body: weight ratio model in rats.
*anti-inflammatory activity : various components of euphorbia prostrata extract are known to affect inflammatory response to antigen. apigenin-7-glucoside inhibits release of histamine, generation of hydrogen peroxide and leucocyte infiltration at inflammatory site. luteolin-7-glucoside decreases leucocyte infiltration.
*haemostatic activity : euphorbia prostrata extract on topical application significantly reduced the bleeding time. this effect could play an important role in arrest of bleeding. wound healing effect : topical application of euphorbia prostrata extract has been shown to have significant wound healing effect.
*vasoprotective activity : flavonoids tend to decrease capillary permeability and increase capillary resistance. several mechanisms have been proposed such as inhibition of ascorbic acid oxidation, blood cell aggregation and stimulation of pituitary-adrenal axis.
*sclerosing activity : tannins present in euphorbia prostrata extract cause sclerosis of the mucus membrane by virtue of their protein precipitating property.
*anti-oxidant activity : flavonoids and phenolic compounds of the extract have anti-oxidant property which also contributes in healing of inflammatory tissue damage in hemorrhoidal conditions.
*not recommended in children, during pregnancy and breast feeding, if allergic to any of the ingredients and in patients on anticoagulant therapy
*anti-hemorrhoidal activity : euphorbia prostrata extract has been clearly shown to have significant anti-hemorrhoidal activity as demonstrated by ano-rectal body: weight ratio model in rats.
*anti-inflammatory activity : various components of euphorbia prostrata extract are known to affect inflammatory response to antigen. apigenin-7-glucoside inhibits release of histamine, generation of hydrogen peroxide and leucocyte infiltration at inflammatory site. luteolin-7-glucoside decreases leucocyte infiltration.
*haemostatic activity : euphorbia prostrata extract on topical application significantly reduced the bleeding time. this effect could play an important role in arrest of bleeding. wound healing effect : topical application of euphorbia prostrata extract has been shown to have significant wound healing effect.
*vasoprotective activity : flavonoids tend to decrease capillary permeability and increase capillary resistance. several mechanisms have been proposed such as inhibition of ascorbic acid oxidation, blood cell aggregation and stimulation of pituitary-adrenal axis.
*sclerosing activity : tannins present in euphorbia prostrata extract cause sclerosis of the mucus membrane by virtue of their protein precipitating property.
*anti-oxidant activity : flavonoids and phenolic compounds of the extract have anti-oxidant property which also contributes in healing of inflammatory tissue damage in hemorrhoidal conditions.
*not recommended in children, during pregnancy and breast feeding, if allergic to any of the ingredients and in patients on anticoagulant therapy
treatment/management of thyroid disorders through ayurveda
#in ayurveda there is a metabolic dosorder (disturbed agni) known as bhasmaka and that has identical relation with hyperthyroidism.
*there is santarpanatmak treatment available in c.ci.15/221, in order to calm the increased metabolism or agni-take the oily seeds like almonds,wall nuts,and sesame seeds
*panchkarma:-charaka approves virechana with kali nisoth c.ci.15/231
#in hypothyroidismavoid- refined foods,saturated fats,sugars and white flour products,cabbage,brocooli,kale,mustard green, peaches and pears
*include-sprouts,salads,raw vegetables,food rich in vit.a,iodine rich foods,zinc and copper reverse to be followed in hyperthyroidism
#as mentioned by charaka "vikaranamkusalo" exact nomenclature is not neceesary for all the diseases.it insists on diagnosis of constitutional state of the disease.
*hypothyroidism:-
1.at hypothalamus-pituitary level(sec./tertiary failure)-(anti stress drugs,medhya-rasayana,nasya karma is beneficial.
2.at thyroid level(primary failure) thyroid stimulatory drugs are recommended
3.at metabolism level:deepana,pachana,ushna,teekshna,sukshma,lekhana, drugs to be given.
4.immuno modulatory drugs for AI related hypothyroidism
5. due to genetic and hereditary defect comes under adibala pravritta vyadhis and these are asadhyas
6.if due to congenital defects comes under janambala pravrita vyadhis,these are preventable if proper pathya apathya is followed during pregnancy.
7.the main cause of hypothyroidism is iodine deficiency,as per sarvada sarva bhavanam- iodine containing drugs like shigru,jalkumbhi are advised here.
8.kanchanara guggulu 250mg b.d. with shigru patra kwath 250ml b.d. for three months is very effective
*there is santarpanatmak treatment available in c.ci.15/221, in order to calm the increased metabolism or agni-take the oily seeds like almonds,wall nuts,and sesame seeds
*panchkarma:-charaka approves virechana with kali nisoth c.ci.15/231
#in hypothyroidismavoid- refined foods,saturated fats,sugars and white flour products,cabbage,brocooli,kale,mustard green, peaches and pears
*include-sprouts,salads,raw vegetables,food rich in vit.a,iodine rich foods,zinc and copper reverse to be followed in hyperthyroidism
#as mentioned by charaka "vikaranamkusalo" exact nomenclature is not neceesary for all the diseases.it insists on diagnosis of constitutional state of the disease.
*hypothyroidism:-
1.at hypothalamus-pituitary level(sec./tertiary failure)-(anti stress drugs,medhya-rasayana,nasya karma is beneficial.
2.at thyroid level(primary failure) thyroid stimulatory drugs are recommended
3.at metabolism level:deepana,pachana,ushna,teekshna,sukshma,lekhana, drugs to be given.
4.immuno modulatory drugs for AI related hypothyroidism
5. due to genetic and hereditary defect comes under adibala pravritta vyadhis and these are asadhyas
6.if due to congenital defects comes under janambala pravrita vyadhis,these are preventable if proper pathya apathya is followed during pregnancy.
7.the main cause of hypothyroidism is iodine deficiency,as per sarvada sarva bhavanam- iodine containing drugs like shigru,jalkumbhi are advised here.
8.kanchanara guggulu 250mg b.d. with shigru patra kwath 250ml b.d. for three months is very effective
adult hypothyroidism (galaganda)
the etiological factors in galaganda include climatic conditions, water supply, dietary conditions and other surroundings etc
*susrutha stated that rivers flowing towards east might give rise to the occurrence of galaganda. *bhela described that sleepada and galaganda are more common in prachya desa (eastern part) of the country,and the persons consuming predominantly fish are liable to develop galgaganda. *harita samhitakara described the role of dushtambu and krimi dosha in the precipitation of galaganda.
*kashyapa added that any part of the country which is cold, damp, with densely grown long trees, water stagnation and heavy rains may be prone for the development of galaganda.
* management:in this case may be iodine deficiency, as per sarvadha sarva bahvanam-iodine containing drugs like shigru, jalakumbhi should be given.shigru is a well-known plant in india. it is rich in iodine, which is an essential component of thyroid hormones, t3 and t4. it has deepana, pacahna, kapha vata hara properties. it is recommended in galaganda, kandu, sotha, apachi, vrana, medoroga, vidradhi, gulma etc.is selected as anupana along with kachnara guggulu. it appears to provide it with iodine, which the thyroid gland require.
selection of drugs acting at various levels:
*at hypothalamo pituitary level: anti stress drugs, medhya rasayana drugs, nasya karma may be beneficial.
*at thyroid gland level: thyroid stimulatory drugs are recommended here.
*at metabolism level: deepana, pacahana, ushna, teekshna, sukshma, lekhana drugs which pep-up body metabolism is recommended.
*immuno-modulatory drugs for autoimmune related hypothyroidism.
**yoga:sarvangasana is the most suitable and effective asana for the thyroid gland. an enormous pressure is placed on the gland by this powerful posture. as thyroid gland has one of the largest blood supplies of the any organ, the pressure has dramatic change on its function, improving circulation and squeezing out stagnant secretions. after sarvangasana practice of matsyasana and halasana is beneficial. other effective asanas include surya namaskara, pavanamuktasana with emphasis on head and neck exercises, yoga mudra, sputa vajrasana and all backward bending asanas.
**pranayama: the most effective pranayama is ujjayi. it acts on the throat and its relaxing and stimulating effects are most probably due to stimulation of ancient reflex pathways within the throat area, which are controlled by brain stem and hypothalamus. nadi sodhana pranayama is useful in re-balancing metabolism
**animal studies have revealed that guggul supports healthy thyroid function, mostly by increasing the conversion of less active thyroxin (t4) to more active triiodotyronine (t3) through increasing thyroid proteolytic activity and the uptake of iodine into thyroxin, and without increasing the production of thyroid stimulating hormone.
**selenium is required for a number of enzymes known as selenoproteins. the chemical reaction, which converts thyroid hormone t4 into t3, is catalyzed by specific selenoproteins. selenium deficiency can impair thyroid function. the drug pippali increases the absroption of selinium and this may be cause for the effectiveness of vardhamana pipppli in hypothyroid conditions
*susrutha stated that rivers flowing towards east might give rise to the occurrence of galaganda. *bhela described that sleepada and galaganda are more common in prachya desa (eastern part) of the country,and the persons consuming predominantly fish are liable to develop galgaganda. *harita samhitakara described the role of dushtambu and krimi dosha in the precipitation of galaganda.
*kashyapa added that any part of the country which is cold, damp, with densely grown long trees, water stagnation and heavy rains may be prone for the development of galaganda.
* management:in this case may be iodine deficiency, as per sarvadha sarva bahvanam-iodine containing drugs like shigru, jalakumbhi should be given.shigru is a well-known plant in india. it is rich in iodine, which is an essential component of thyroid hormones, t3 and t4. it has deepana, pacahna, kapha vata hara properties. it is recommended in galaganda, kandu, sotha, apachi, vrana, medoroga, vidradhi, gulma etc.is selected as anupana along with kachnara guggulu. it appears to provide it with iodine, which the thyroid gland require.
selection of drugs acting at various levels:
*at hypothalamo pituitary level: anti stress drugs, medhya rasayana drugs, nasya karma may be beneficial.
*at thyroid gland level: thyroid stimulatory drugs are recommended here.
*at metabolism level: deepana, pacahana, ushna, teekshna, sukshma, lekhana drugs which pep-up body metabolism is recommended.
*immuno-modulatory drugs for autoimmune related hypothyroidism.
**yoga:sarvangasana is the most suitable and effective asana for the thyroid gland. an enormous pressure is placed on the gland by this powerful posture. as thyroid gland has one of the largest blood supplies of the any organ, the pressure has dramatic change on its function, improving circulation and squeezing out stagnant secretions. after sarvangasana practice of matsyasana and halasana is beneficial. other effective asanas include surya namaskara, pavanamuktasana with emphasis on head and neck exercises, yoga mudra, sputa vajrasana and all backward bending asanas.
**pranayama: the most effective pranayama is ujjayi. it acts on the throat and its relaxing and stimulating effects are most probably due to stimulation of ancient reflex pathways within the throat area, which are controlled by brain stem and hypothalamus. nadi sodhana pranayama is useful in re-balancing metabolism
**animal studies have revealed that guggul supports healthy thyroid function, mostly by increasing the conversion of less active thyroxin (t4) to more active triiodotyronine (t3) through increasing thyroid proteolytic activity and the uptake of iodine into thyroxin, and without increasing the production of thyroid stimulating hormone.
**selenium is required for a number of enzymes known as selenoproteins. the chemical reaction, which converts thyroid hormone t4 into t3, is catalyzed by specific selenoproteins. selenium deficiency can impair thyroid function. the drug pippali increases the absroption of selinium and this may be cause for the effectiveness of vardhamana pipppli in hypothyroid conditions
Friday, March 27, 2009
know the SPF you need
*summer is back,and stepping out without putting on a sunscreen means you are likely to do a lot of damage to your skin,every sunscreen contains spf(sun protection factor),a number that let's you know how long you can stay out in the sun without burning your skin,for instance,if your skin starts turning red after 10 minutes in the sun,an spf of 15 allows you to stay out for 150 minutes wihout burning.
]*skin experts recommend that everyone should use atleast spf 15 before they step out in sun,if you are going to spend a lot of time out in the sun,use spf 30 or higher.,whichever spf value that you use,be sure to reapply the sunscreen every two hours,else its effect wear off,even if the suncreen is waterproff,you need to apply it every two hours as it comes off because of water and sweat.
*mixing products with spf does not necessarily add upto higher protection,for instance,using an spf 15 moisturiser with an spf 15 sunscreen does not result in spf 30 protection.
*spf has its limitation though,it only measures the protection yo get from uvb,which are the sun ray's that cause burning,an spf does not tell you how much protection,if any,you are getting from the sun's uva rays which are responsible for tanning,and premature aging of the skin,to ensure you are protected against uva as well uvb,make sure that your sunscreen contains avobenzone,titanium dioxide,or zinc oxide.
*tips for sunscreen use:
a.don't skip areas including ears and lips,all exposed parts of your body needs sunscreen.
b.while sunburns are immediate signs,without regular sunscren use,you could eventually see wrinkles,skin discolouration,and skin cancer.sun damage acumulates over the years.
c.to ensure that you get the amount of spf on the product label,you need to apply it generously and evenly all over your skin.put on sunscreen at leat 20 minutes before you go outside ,because the chemicals need time to bond with your skin before they are totally effective.
]*skin experts recommend that everyone should use atleast spf 15 before they step out in sun,if you are going to spend a lot of time out in the sun,use spf 30 or higher.,whichever spf value that you use,be sure to reapply the sunscreen every two hours,else its effect wear off,even if the suncreen is waterproff,you need to apply it every two hours as it comes off because of water and sweat.
*mixing products with spf does not necessarily add upto higher protection,for instance,using an spf 15 moisturiser with an spf 15 sunscreen does not result in spf 30 protection.
*spf has its limitation though,it only measures the protection yo get from uvb,which are the sun ray's that cause burning,an spf does not tell you how much protection,if any,you are getting from the sun's uva rays which are responsible for tanning,and premature aging of the skin,to ensure you are protected against uva as well uvb,make sure that your sunscreen contains avobenzone,titanium dioxide,or zinc oxide.
*tips for sunscreen use:
a.don't skip areas including ears and lips,all exposed parts of your body needs sunscreen.
b.while sunburns are immediate signs,without regular sunscren use,you could eventually see wrinkles,skin discolouration,and skin cancer.sun damage acumulates over the years.
c.to ensure that you get the amount of spf on the product label,you need to apply it generously and evenly all over your skin.put on sunscreen at leat 20 minutes before you go outside ,because the chemicals need time to bond with your skin before they are totally effective.
DIET IN DISORDERS
*DIET IN OSTEOPOROSIS:principle is a diet rich in calcium and vitamin d.
--a:for calcium:take plenty of milk,and milk products like-curd,cheese,take plenty of green leafy vegetables,among fruits-guava,sitaphal.sea food like fish is very rich in calcium.for natural build up of calcium:it is important to have a daily walk of 15-20 minutes,and weight bearing exercises like low impact aerobic exercises,climbing stairs and running,do not do muscle building exercises like weight lifting,bull worker,or springs.
--b.for vitamin d-take eggs,liver,spend 15 minutes in sun 2-3 times a week to get natural vitamin d
* DIET IN FEVER:
1.take soft foods-ganji,kheer,soft rice with milk/ghee/plain daal,boiled vegetables,you may take a little lime pickle or papad for taste but no chillies,dont take any oily or fried foods.take plenty of water,lime water,coconut water or electral water,take milk with horlicks or bournvita,with the meals you may take soups,butter milk,but avoid cold drinks,cold water,ice cream.
2:for snacks you can take plain idli with butter,bread butter,toast jam,corn flakes,take fruits like apple,banana,pear, citrus fruits,water melon,you may take dry fruits and biscuits
*DIET IN FLATULENCE:
1.avoid all oily and fried foods:pakodas,samosa,namkeen,potato chips,puri-bhaji.
2.avoid tubers like potato,sweet potato.
3.avoid flatulent foods like harbara dal,chana dal,brinjal.
4.take easily digestible foods,wheat causes flatulence in many,so roti(jwara) is preffered to chappati
5.all preparation should be less spicy,vegetables and fruits contain fibre and should be taken in plenty
6.avoid aerated drinks,avoid paan chewing,and smoking.
7.avoid over eating,do not sleep immediately aftyer food.have a small walk after each meal
*DIET IN CHRONIC RENAL FAILURE:
*principle is to have more of proteins and calcium,and restrict intake of salt and potassium,you can have normal quantities of carbohydrates and fats,so take your rice,roti,chappati,sugar,jaggery,potato,and vegetables.
*you can have oil,ghee,butter,milk products,meat.since there is proteinuria,take plenty of dals,sprouted pulses,beans,soya bean,milk and milk products,meat.
*do not take salt rich foods:pickles,papad,sauce,cheese,salted butter,salted biscuits,wafers,salted peanuts/cashews,pop corn,salted butter milk.
*if serum potassium levels are high: avoid k+ rich food like:chocolates,grapes,mosumbi,potato,yomato,banana,papaya,and leafy vegetables,to remove k+ from vegetables-cut them into small pieces and keep in water for 2 hrs,then throw the water,and cook the vegetables.
*for calcium,take plenty of milk,amongst fruits-guava,sitaphal,fish
***if serum creatinine is high,then protein intake has to be restricted.
--a:for calcium:take plenty of milk,and milk products like-curd,cheese,take plenty of green leafy vegetables,among fruits-guava,sitaphal.sea food like fish is very rich in calcium.for natural build up of calcium:it is important to have a daily walk of 15-20 minutes,and weight bearing exercises like low impact aerobic exercises,climbing stairs and running,do not do muscle building exercises like weight lifting,bull worker,or springs.
--b.for vitamin d-take eggs,liver,spend 15 minutes in sun 2-3 times a week to get natural vitamin d
* DIET IN FEVER:
1.take soft foods-ganji,kheer,soft rice with milk/ghee/plain daal,boiled vegetables,you may take a little lime pickle or papad for taste but no chillies,dont take any oily or fried foods.take plenty of water,lime water,coconut water or electral water,take milk with horlicks or bournvita,with the meals you may take soups,butter milk,but avoid cold drinks,cold water,ice cream.
2:for snacks you can take plain idli with butter,bread butter,toast jam,corn flakes,take fruits like apple,banana,pear, citrus fruits,water melon,you may take dry fruits and biscuits
*DIET IN FLATULENCE:
1.avoid all oily and fried foods:pakodas,samosa,namkeen,potato chips,puri-bhaji.
2.avoid tubers like potato,sweet potato.
3.avoid flatulent foods like harbara dal,chana dal,brinjal.
4.take easily digestible foods,wheat causes flatulence in many,so roti(jwara) is preffered to chappati
5.all preparation should be less spicy,vegetables and fruits contain fibre and should be taken in plenty
6.avoid aerated drinks,avoid paan chewing,and smoking.
7.avoid over eating,do not sleep immediately aftyer food.have a small walk after each meal
*DIET IN CHRONIC RENAL FAILURE:
*principle is to have more of proteins and calcium,and restrict intake of salt and potassium,you can have normal quantities of carbohydrates and fats,so take your rice,roti,chappati,sugar,jaggery,potato,and vegetables.
*you can have oil,ghee,butter,milk products,meat.since there is proteinuria,take plenty of dals,sprouted pulses,beans,soya bean,milk and milk products,meat.
*do not take salt rich foods:pickles,papad,sauce,cheese,salted butter,salted biscuits,wafers,salted peanuts/cashews,pop corn,salted butter milk.
*if serum potassium levels are high: avoid k+ rich food like:chocolates,grapes,mosumbi,potato,yomato,banana,papaya,and leafy vegetables,to remove k+ from vegetables-cut them into small pieces and keep in water for 2 hrs,then throw the water,and cook the vegetables.
*for calcium,take plenty of milk,amongst fruits-guava,sitaphal,fish
***if serum creatinine is high,then protein intake has to be restricted.
vessel of choice
A:non-stick:utensils are not really harmful,but they need to be used with a lot of caution.one should never leave and empty non-stick pan or utensil on the stove for more than 5 minutes,because after it reaches an extereme temperature,the teflon melts and leaks into the food in small quantities."teflon reaching the food can be carcinogenic.one should not use metal spoons to stir the food in non-stick vessels,scratching the coating can cause it to come off and get mixed in the food.
B:aluminium:because these utensils are light weight,cheap,rust free, and easily available,their use has increased a lot over the last decade.however aluminium utensils can be very harmful,cos aluminium readily reacts with oxygen present in the atmosphere and produce aluminium oxide,which form layers on the utensil's surface.when we eat the food made in aluminium utensils,the aluminium enters and get accumulated inside our body,and can serously affect the brain,affect neurons and cause dementia.it can also result in renal failure,also neutralises the vitamins and minerals present in the food,so food materials like tea,salt,soda,lemon,tamarind, and tomato should not be cooked or kept in aluminium vessels.
C:copper:vessels are commonly used for storing food and water,drinking water from a copper cup is said to purify the blood and remove toxins from the body,storing water in a copper vessel,however can prove to be harmful if the vessel is not washed regularly,so that no deposits remain.the water or food from unwashed copper vessel can cause stomach ailments.
D:iron:when cooked on a high flame,iron leakes into the food,the increase in the iron levels in the body may make us more susceptible to cvs disorders.
E:steel:stainless steel is the safest type of utensil to be used for cooking,food cooked in stainless steel at a normal,domestic cooking temperature absorbs nickel(an ingredient of steel),but the level is much below the harmful limits allowed in the human body,one must however,make sure that the steel utensils you buy are isi marked.
B:aluminium:because these utensils are light weight,cheap,rust free, and easily available,their use has increased a lot over the last decade.however aluminium utensils can be very harmful,cos aluminium readily reacts with oxygen present in the atmosphere and produce aluminium oxide,which form layers on the utensil's surface.when we eat the food made in aluminium utensils,the aluminium enters and get accumulated inside our body,and can serously affect the brain,affect neurons and cause dementia.it can also result in renal failure,also neutralises the vitamins and minerals present in the food,so food materials like tea,salt,soda,lemon,tamarind, and tomato should not be cooked or kept in aluminium vessels.
C:copper:vessels are commonly used for storing food and water,drinking water from a copper cup is said to purify the blood and remove toxins from the body,storing water in a copper vessel,however can prove to be harmful if the vessel is not washed regularly,so that no deposits remain.the water or food from unwashed copper vessel can cause stomach ailments.
D:iron:when cooked on a high flame,iron leakes into the food,the increase in the iron levels in the body may make us more susceptible to cvs disorders.
E:steel:stainless steel is the safest type of utensil to be used for cooking,food cooked in stainless steel at a normal,domestic cooking temperature absorbs nickel(an ingredient of steel),but the level is much below the harmful limits allowed in the human body,one must however,make sure that the steel utensils you buy are isi marked.
eat banana
eat bananas and you will never go bananas
-- after reading this, you'll never look at a banana in the same way again.
*first of all, never keep your bananas in the refrigerator. just leave them out at room temperature.bananas contain three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber. a banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. no wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes. but energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit. it can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet. some of these are detailed below:-
*depression: according to a recent survey undertaken by mind amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. this is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.
*anemia: high in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.
*blood pressure: this unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. so much so, the us food and drug adm. has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.brain power: 200 students at a twickenham (middlesex) school ( england ) were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.
*constipation: high in fiber, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives..
*hangovers: one of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. the banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.
*heartburn: bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
*nerves: bananas are high in b vitamins that help calm the nervous system.
*ulcers: the banana is used as the dietary food against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. it is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicler cases. it also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.
*temperature control: many other cultures see bananas as a "cooling" fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of expectant mothers. in thailand , for example, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature.
*seasonal affective disorder (sad): bananas can help sad sufferers because they contain the natural mood enhancer tryptophan.
"*smoking &tobacco use: bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking.. the b6, b12 they contain, as well as the potassium and magnesium found in them, help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.
*strokes: according to research in the new england journal of medicine, eating bananas as part of a regular diet can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%!
*warts: those keen on natural alternatives swear that if you want to kill off a wart, take a piece of banana skin and place it on the wart, with the yellow side out. carefully hold the skin in place with a plaster or surgical tape!
--so, a banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. when you compare it to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin a and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. it is also rich in potassium and is one of the best value foods around. so maybe its time to change that well-known phrase so that we say, "a banana a day keeps the doctor away!"
--bananas must be the reason monkeys are so happy all the time! i will add one here; want a quick shine on our shoes?? take the inside of the banana skin, and rub directly on the shoe...polish with dry cloth. amazing fruit !!!
-- after reading this, you'll never look at a banana in the same way again.
*first of all, never keep your bananas in the refrigerator. just leave them out at room temperature.bananas contain three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber. a banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. no wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes. but energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit. it can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet. some of these are detailed below:-
*depression: according to a recent survey undertaken by mind amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. this is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.
*anemia: high in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.
*blood pressure: this unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. so much so, the us food and drug adm. has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.brain power: 200 students at a twickenham (middlesex) school ( england ) were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.
*constipation: high in fiber, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives..
*hangovers: one of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. the banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.
*heartburn: bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
*nerves: bananas are high in b vitamins that help calm the nervous system.
*ulcers: the banana is used as the dietary food against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. it is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicler cases. it also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.
*temperature control: many other cultures see bananas as a "cooling" fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of expectant mothers. in thailand , for example, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature.
*seasonal affective disorder (sad): bananas can help sad sufferers because they contain the natural mood enhancer tryptophan.
"*smoking &tobacco use: bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking.. the b6, b12 they contain, as well as the potassium and magnesium found in them, help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.
*strokes: according to research in the new england journal of medicine, eating bananas as part of a regular diet can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%!
*warts: those keen on natural alternatives swear that if you want to kill off a wart, take a piece of banana skin and place it on the wart, with the yellow side out. carefully hold the skin in place with a plaster or surgical tape!
--so, a banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. when you compare it to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin a and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. it is also rich in potassium and is one of the best value foods around. so maybe its time to change that well-known phrase so that we say, "a banana a day keeps the doctor away!"
--bananas must be the reason monkeys are so happy all the time! i will add one here; want a quick shine on our shoes?? take the inside of the banana skin, and rub directly on the shoe...polish with dry cloth. amazing fruit !!!
ankylosing spondylitis
treatment:ra is described as 'ama vata'1.avoid formation of ama byincreasing body fire:chitraka,pippali mula,yava kshara,sunthi,maricha.2. expelling the already formed ama:trifala3. reduce joint inflammation:trifala,guggulu,chitraka taila4. provide natural calcium supplement to rejuvente joint:guggulu,godanti bhasma,rasna,arjuna,ashwagandha,bala
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diet:1.avoid curd,fish,milk,urad dal,jaggery,constipating foods.2.avoid late nights nd afternoon naps.3.avoid stress,to back or spine4.do not control natural urges5.do not consume opposite hidden horse gram,ginger,bitter gourd,drum stick.always use hot water todrink
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no treatment reliably stops progression of this disease,so management aims to delay further deformity thru good posture,stretchingnd deep breathing exercises,
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diet:1.avoid curd,fish,milk,urad dal,jaggery,constipating foods.2.avoid late nights nd afternoon naps.3.avoid stress,to back or spine4.do not control natural urges5.do not consume opposite hidden horse gram,ginger,bitter gourd,drum stick.always use hot water todrink
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no treatment reliably stops progression of this disease,so management aims to delay further deformity thru good posture,stretchingnd deep breathing exercises,
hypoplastic uterus
the presence of small uterus is usually associated with presence of small ovaries too. an abnormally small uterus will not have an adequate and healthy endometrium. generally, in the process of menstruation, the uterus sheds of its endometrial lining, if the natural conception fails, that is when the implantation of the embryo does not occur. the shedding of the endometrial lining associated with rupture of fine blood capillaries leads to menstrual bleeding. a small uterus obviously will not be able to do normal physiological function such as menstruation, due to the inadequate endometrial lining in the uterus and insufficient secretion of female sex hormones. in women,gokshura single or in compound is beneficial to the uterus, as it boosts the growth of uterus by its anabolic and rejuvenative properties. it is the best drug for infantile or hypoplastic uterus, when combined with satavari, asvagandha and yastimadhu. it helps to prevent abortion by cheching the bleeding and nourshies the genital system. in the males, it is effectively used in impotency with honey. goksura effectively controls the bleeding, hence is invaluable in raktapitta, haematuria when used with milk.
review of gluten allergy
ayurveda views that gluten allergy occurs because of the inability of the digestive system and classifies it under gastro diseases.it classifies this allergy under gastro diseases. when the pitta dosha is weak or when vata dosha is vitiated it results in the imbalance in agni, the (digestive fire) resulting in gluten allergy.ayurveda suggests the following modified diet and lifestyle:wheat, rye, barley, oats and other related grains contain gluten and it better to avoid it totally. avoid taking beer, cereal beverages, cakes, biscuits, ice-cream, processed soups, crackers, processed cheese/meats, candy bars.instead one may substitute rice, potato, corn, tapioca, chickpea, soya beans, arrowroot, carob, buckwheat, millet, amaranth and quinoa and gluten free flour. few of the gluten-free foods and beverages are tea, coffee, rum, wine, jelly babies, chocolate, fresh fruits/ vegetables/fish/meat/poultry/eggs, popcorn, jam, honey and sugar. take a lot of leafy green vegetables by cooking them in an appropriate manner and it has a lot of minerals which improves metabolism.
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do not eat any foods that contain the following: hydrolyzed vegetable protein,flour or cereal products, vegetable protein, malt and malt flavorings,starches (unless specified as corn starch, which does not contain gluten),various flavorings, which can be derived from cereals containing gluten,vegetable gum,emulsifiers, stabilizers derived from cereals containing gluten .especially when eating at a restaurant, avoid the following: breaded foods creamed foods meatloaf and gravies
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medication is ineffective in treating this condition. avoidance of wheat and wheat-containing foods is the only treatment,this may be difficult to maintain, particularly as wheat protein may be "hidden" in other foods. rice or maize may be substituted as alternative cereals.the following are good choices for a gluten-free diet: broiled or roasted meats (beef, poultry, fish) plain vegetables,plain salads,potatoes(white,sweet),corn,rice,beans, fruits,breads and baked goods made from alternative flours (rice, soy, tapioca, arrowroot, potato),breakfast cereals containing only rice, corn.
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do not eat any foods that contain the following: hydrolyzed vegetable protein,flour or cereal products, vegetable protein, malt and malt flavorings,starches (unless specified as corn starch, which does not contain gluten),various flavorings, which can be derived from cereals containing gluten,vegetable gum,emulsifiers, stabilizers derived from cereals containing gluten .especially when eating at a restaurant, avoid the following: breaded foods creamed foods meatloaf and gravies
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medication is ineffective in treating this condition. avoidance of wheat and wheat-containing foods is the only treatment,this may be difficult to maintain, particularly as wheat protein may be "hidden" in other foods. rice or maize may be substituted as alternative cereals.the following are good choices for a gluten-free diet: broiled or roasted meats (beef, poultry, fish) plain vegetables,plain salads,potatoes(white,sweet),corn,rice,beans, fruits,breads and baked goods made from alternative flours (rice, soy, tapioca, arrowroot, potato),breakfast cereals containing only rice, corn.
action of shilajatu in prameha
according to researches shilajeet has pancreatotrophic action and promotes weight gain,likewise shilajit did not show antioxidative activity,the preventive action of shilajit on diabetes is mainly focused on the th1 and th2 cell activities, since th2 cells activity was found to be significantly upregulated,shilajit,however,showed a mild action in controlling the blood sugar level in young, old, and mild diabetic rats, but not in the severe diabetic rats,it also stimulated the nitric oxide production in macrophages,based on these evidences, the antidiabetic activities of shilajit appear to be immunomodulative probably by protecting or strengthening insulin-producing b-cells in the pancreas,further systematic research on constituents of shilajit and its quality evaluation is necessary to enable the use of natural medicines in the treatment of diabetes.
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chemistry of shilajeet:shilajeet contains more than 85 minerals in ionic form. fulvic acid concentration in shilajeet is anything between 65 to 75 %. the minerals in shilajeet are not similar to the mineral supplements available in market. these minerals are in ionic form and have previously absorbed by rich plant life and returned back to earth. so they are easily absorbed by the body cells. fulvic acid the major ingredient of shilajeet plays a vital role in penetrating the cell walls and transporting the minerals into the cells. this is the most important property of shilajeet that helps arrest and reserve aging process. shilajeet also contains many other biochemicals mainly humic acid, uronic acid, hippuric acid, benzopyrins, phenolic glycosides and amino acids
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ayurvedic practitioners attack diabetes using a multiprong approach. first, they address diet modification, eliminating sugar and simple carbohydrates, and emphasizing complex carbohydrates. protein is limited, since excessive intake can damage the kidneys. fat is also limited because there is often a deficiency of pancreatic enzymes, making fat digestion difficult. since many diabetics have autoantibodies, a cleansing program is instituted. panchakarma is typically used for this purpose.
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chemistry of shilajeet:shilajeet contains more than 85 minerals in ionic form. fulvic acid concentration in shilajeet is anything between 65 to 75 %. the minerals in shilajeet are not similar to the mineral supplements available in market. these minerals are in ionic form and have previously absorbed by rich plant life and returned back to earth. so they are easily absorbed by the body cells. fulvic acid the major ingredient of shilajeet plays a vital role in penetrating the cell walls and transporting the minerals into the cells. this is the most important property of shilajeet that helps arrest and reserve aging process. shilajeet also contains many other biochemicals mainly humic acid, uronic acid, hippuric acid, benzopyrins, phenolic glycosides and amino acids
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ayurvedic practitioners attack diabetes using a multiprong approach. first, they address diet modification, eliminating sugar and simple carbohydrates, and emphasizing complex carbohydrates. protein is limited, since excessive intake can damage the kidneys. fat is also limited because there is often a deficiency of pancreatic enzymes, making fat digestion difficult. since many diabetics have autoantibodies, a cleansing program is instituted. panchakarma is typically used for this purpose.
Thursday, March 26, 2009
treatment of azoospermia/klaibya
now a days a mixed type of treatment is being carried out:1:drugs with vajikara action:i.e. sexual desire and related performance best is akharakharabadi churna containing jatiphala and ahiphena both with vajikara action500mg cap;2 each at bed time with water.2:drugs with shukrala action:i.e. which increase production of shukra:ashwagandha,and musali churna 3 gms bd with milk.3:before starting treatment a single dose of pancha sakara churna is given for koshta shudhi
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klaibya – impotence and other anomalies which impede effective inseminationcauses:psychic, dietary, exhaustion of sukra, old age, mental worries, debilitating diseases (like t.b, diabetes mellitus), over strain, malnutrition, excessive indulgence in sex are considered as contributory factors of quantitative and qualitative diminution of sukra.i.e.shukravaha sroto dushti,shukra kshaya,manasika and vata prakopa are the main pathologies involved in klaibya-generally all kapha increasing drugs act as vajikarna,as yasti madhu,atma gupta,jati phala, masha,aswagandha ,satavari. abhayanga, satvavajaya can also act like vajikarana.-sukra sodhana gana (drugs which help in purification of semen or sperm)kustha, elavaluka, katphala, samudra phena, kadamba niryasa, iksu, kanda iksu, iksuraka, vasuka, usira-sukra janana gana (drugs which help in formation of semen or sperm)jivaka, rishbhaka, kakoli, ksirakakoli, mudgaparni, mashparni, meda, vrksaruha, jatila, kulinga
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klaibya – impotence and other anomalies which impede effective inseminationcauses:psychic, dietary, exhaustion of sukra, old age, mental worries, debilitating diseases (like t.b, diabetes mellitus), over strain, malnutrition, excessive indulgence in sex are considered as contributory factors of quantitative and qualitative diminution of sukra.i.e.shukravaha sroto dushti,shukra kshaya,manasika and vata prakopa are the main pathologies involved in klaibya-generally all kapha increasing drugs act as vajikarna,as yasti madhu,atma gupta,jati phala, masha,aswagandha ,satavari. abhayanga, satvavajaya can also act like vajikarana.-sukra sodhana gana (drugs which help in purification of semen or sperm)kustha, elavaluka, katphala, samudra phena, kadamba niryasa, iksu, kanda iksu, iksuraka, vasuka, usira-sukra janana gana (drugs which help in formation of semen or sperm)jivaka, rishbhaka, kakoli, ksirakakoli, mudgaparni, mashparni, meda, vrksaruha, jatila, kulinga
INSTRUCTIONS TO WRITE CLINICAL SUCCESS STORIES
a:each presentation should consist of a case history presented together wiyh salientfindings on clinical examination.b:questions posed to the patients are briefly narrated,the cases should be original,but reflect those that have been presented in their clinical practise.c:if the diagnosis is obscure or the case is unusual,it should be explored in a logical and systematic manner,it is this basically practical approach that is expected from the clinicians for the publication.d:a discussion should encompass the options for management and also explore areas of controversy illuminated by the case.e:a comment should alert the reader to clinician's approach in asking questions.f:a short bibliography to suggest some key references.g:the outcome of the therapy should be described.h:words preferably 500 on e mail/floppy.i:topic,any interesting or commonly encountered diseases
VESSEL OF CHOICE
a:non-stick:utensils are not really harmful,but they need to be used with a lot of caution.one should never leave and empty non-stick pan or utensil on the stove for more than 5 minutes,because after it reaches an extereme temperature,the teflon melts and leaks into the food in small quantities."teflon reaching the food can be carcinogenic.one should not use metal spoons to stir the food in non-stick vessels,scratching the coating can cause it to come off and get mixed in the food.b:aluminium:because these utensils are light weight,cheap,rust free, and easily available,their use has increased a lot over the last decade.however aluminium utensils can be very harmful,cos aluminium readily reacts with oxygen present in the atmosphere and produce aluminium oxide,which form layers on the utensil's surface.when we eat the food made in aluminium utensils,the aluminium enters and get accumulated inside our body,and can serously affect the brain,affect neurons and cause dementia.it can also result in renal failure,also neutralises the vitamins and minerals present in the food,so food materials like tea,salt,soda,lemon,tamarind, and tomato should not be cooked or kept in aluminium vessels.c:copper:vessels are commonly used for storing food and water,drinking water from a copper cup is said to purify the blood and remove toxins from the body,storing water in a copper vessel,however can prove to be harmful if the vessel is not washed regularly,so that no deposits remain.the water or food from unwashed copper vessel can cause stomach ailments.d:iron:when cooked on a high flame,iron leakes into the food,the increase in the iron levels in the body may make us more susceptible to cvs disorders.e:steel:stainless steel is the safest type of utensil to be used for cooking,food cooked in stainless steel at a normal,domestic cooking temperature absorbs nickel(an ingredient of steel),but the level is much below the harmful limits allowed in the human body,one must however,make sure that the steel utensils you buy are isi marked.
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