The Largest Circulated Magazine on Ayurveda

Issue 30

November - December 2009

DISCOVER ALOE VERA

Dr. K.C. Thriveni BAMS

This was the information Mahatma Gandhi gave his biographer on asking what were his secret forces which sustained him during his long fasts.

Arab traders were probably responsible for Aloe Vera’s spread into Persia, India and the Far East. The name “Aloe” was derived from the Arabic word ‘Alloeh’ meaning ‘shining bitter substance’ because of the bitter liquid found in the leaves. ‘Vera’ was later added to it in order to distinguish from the most popular used species of Aloe - Aloe Barbadensis Miller, from the rest. Vera means ‘true’ in Latin.

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Features of Herbal Massage (abhyanga)

Dr.Pankaj Katara, Dr. S.N. Sharma, Dr. R.S. Sharma
Department of panchakarma National Institute of Ayurveda Jaipur

Abhyanga has been considered as an important part of the external Snehana. In the classics Snehana means oleation. Its literal meaning is love or tenderness. Caraka says that whatever causes unctuousness, fluidity, softness and moistness in the body is Snehana oroleation therapy.

The fatty substances used in this therapy are for the purpose of producing lubrication, on the internal as well as external organs. This treatment has qualities like restfulness, strength, invigoration and cognition.

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ICD-10 DIAGNOSTIC CODES
SOUTH AFRICA MAY APPROVE AYURVEDA

Dr RD Hiralall BAMS South Africa

A request from South Africa is to consult with countries that are working on or have implemented ICD-10 Diagnostic/ Procedure Codes for Ayurveda. To our knowledge South Africa will be one of the first country that ICD-10 diagnostic / procedure codes are being implemented for Ayurveda as part of the legislative requirements. The SA Medical Association Facilities, i.e. General Medical Practitioners and Specialists have implemented this system 2005/2006 as of the regularity requirements.

The National Ayurveda Medical Association of South Africa is in the interim preparing the necessary documents for submission to the South African National Department of Health and Council of Medical Schemes. Our skin is the largest organ of our body though we are not aware of it. It is very sensitive to the touch therapy, particularly to the Abhyanga with powder, oil, aromas or just to the gentle touch.

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ROLE OF MIND IN DISEASE MANIFESTATION - an ayurvedic perspective

Dr S.AJIT BAMS, PCAS
Director, Planet Ayurveda, New Zealand (www.planetayurveda.co.nz )

Each of us, despite our often busy and stressful lifestyles, aspire to live healthy & happy and we go about this in a number of ways. Some of us fight with numerous machines in modern gyms or run kilometres every day no matter what the weather. Some feel that perfect health can only be maintained by eating organic or super organic food or by eating only raw vegetables or drinking 2-3 litres of water. Finally some believe the claims of the most recent dietary or herbal supplement promoters that promises optimal health.

However the reality is that in spite of these practices and the new theories that arise every day that promise perfect health, most of us feel that the achievement of a healthy & happy life is just a dream. Have we ever thought about this ?

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SUPRESSION OF THE NATURAL URGES – Cause of diseases!

Dr. M. Surekha, Pankajakasthuri, Medical college, Trivandrum

“Lifestyle disorders” is a term frequently heard these days, which refers to a set of diseases that occur due to present day lifestyles of people, the changes in the normal routines and health practices. Compared to the past, thanks to the modernization, life has become more stressful and mechanical. This holds good for the people belonging to all walks of life. They have to compete with others at their respective social, economical, educational and professional fronts. In the race for existence, money, power and position, the most neglected or ignored part of life is “the health”. Undue competition leads to stress. Stress causes derangement of body’s internal environment leading to diseases. Sedentary habits, over eating, untimely food, odd hours of work also adds up to the situation and leads to diseases like Diabetes mellitus, hypertension, coronary artery disease, obesity, hormone dysfunction, dyslipidaemia and so on. These conditions can be prevented by modifying our lifestyles, making changes which would counter the formation of diseases. Hence these are modifiable factors.

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SPICE TALK:
FLUE / H1N1 AND AYURVEDA

Dr Raakhee Mehra BAMS, MD, PhD*

Influenza ( flu) is an acute, contagious respiratory infection characterized by sudden onset, fever from 101 to 103 F t (38.3 C to 39.4 C) , chills, headache, myalgia and sometimes prostration or exhaustion out of proportion to the fever, sneezing, hoarseness or sore throat and hard paroxysmal cough. Moderate to severe Coryza, are common and less frequently, gastro-intestinal symptoms including anorexia, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea are present.

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Kandamkulathy Ayursowghyam Ayurvedic Resort

Leaving behind the maddening rush of city life, never ending deadlines and the strenuous schedules, indulge in the warmth and tranquillity of this land blessed with verdant forest and gurgling brooks. Here is where Kandamkulathy Vaidyasala, with 150 years of enriching experience in ayurveda, has come up with their ayurvedic resort Kandamkulaty Ayursowghyam .

Everything here conspires you that life is good. Close your eyes for a while you feel that the weighted knots of your muscles begins to relax. Walk through the pebbled walk ways and settle in the comfort of your cosy room. Ayursowghyam enveloped by pure raw nature with the scenic setting of misty mountains and silver rivulets will transcend you to a world of peace and harmony.

Feel the magic of ayurveda here at the gentle stroke of experienced hands and the steady stream of medicated oils. As they together work on your body the age old aches and pains dissolves and you get carried to a state of bliss. Recapture your youthful self here at Ayursowghyam Ayurvedic Resort where healing is a pleasure with expert doctors and caring therapist.

K.P Pathrose Vaidyan’s Kandankulathy Ayursowghyam resorts offers traditional ayurvedic practices for back, neck joint pains, Rheumatoid arthritis, Oesteo arthritis Gynec disorders, Neuro muscular deformities, Digestive disorders, Cardio vascular & Pulmonary disorders, Skin diseases, Post pregnancy care, Mother and child care, Hyper acidity & peptic ulcer, Piles & Fissures, Liver disorders, Obesity, Hypertension, Spinal ailments and Marmachikitsa.

Apart from this Ayursowghyam offers stress management packages to detoxify and balance the emotional health. The special package includes Yoga & Meditation, Diet & lifestyle corrections, Ayurvedic massages, Rejuvenation therapies and Panchakarma.

For the newly weds and for those couples who are still youthful at heart Ayursowghyam presents honeymoon packages for a blissful living. Walk the new path to happy and passionate life at Ayursowghyam , where the wilderness of nature and the coolness of Athirappilly falls cast a spell of love on you. Nature tours to sun kissed beaches, scintillating waterfalls, pristine backwaters, long winding tea gardens, healthy ayurvedic diet and medicated oil massages directs you to a healthy and fruitful life.

Backed by 150 years of dedicated holistic treatment K.P. Pathrose Vaidyans Kandamkulathy Vaidyasala, an ISO 9001-2000 certified company with GMP certification has created a mark for itself in Kerala. It was under the guidance of K.P Pathorse Vaidyan, Kandamkulathy established itself as an institution to propagate and promote ayurveda globally. The objective is well conceived by Mr. K.P Wilson , son of late K . P. Pathrose Vaidyan and his zest for excellence honed by his marketing skills has ushered Kandamkulathy to greater heights, Mr, K.P Wilson along with his wife Dr. Rosemary Wilson, has expanded Kandamkulathy Vaidyasala and initiated Ayurvedic Hospitals in different parts of Kerala with a Super speciality Hospital in Trivandrum. Today Kandamkulathy Vaidyasala with a standing of more than 150 years has a nationwide presence, time tested resources, expertise and above all the sincerity to provide impeccable treatment options to suit individual needs. The group has won many accolades and awards for its meritorious service to the society.

For further details contact
Kandamkulathy Ayursowghyam Ayurvedic Resort
Athirappilly, Chalakkudy, Kerala, S. India,
Tel: +91 480 2779615
email: mail@ayuresort.com, ayurveda@kandamkulathy.com
www.ayuresort.com

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