We are happy to announce that a new entry for the online Masters of Science in Maharishi AyurVeda and Integrative Medicine will occur this coming fall, 2017. This three-year online program is designed for those who want to become experts in natural, holistic health care, and, at the same time, unfold their inner potential through consciousness-based education…
Western cultures have been embracing holistic medicine or treating the whole patient - mind, body and spirit - in recent decades, but as many as 80 percent of people in India have been doing the same for about 3, years. Ayurvedic medicine, or Ayurveda, has its roots in the Hindu religion and focuses on both prevention and cures by looking at how well the body…
India has a rich country for the uses of Ayurvedic medicinal plants for treatment and also the north- Karnataka boasts an unparallel diversity of medicinal plants. The present study attempts to estimate and compare the level of trace and heavy metals in some selected leaves and root samples of Ayurvedic medicinal plants such as Mg, Al, K, Cr, Mn, Fe, Cu, Zn…
Ayurveda has a very different approach to skin care from modern medicine. Rather than using topical agents alone like creams, lotions, and oils, ayurveda treats the underlying skin problem at its root. In ayurveda, the ancient medical system of India, the cause of skin conditions is thought to be due to a dosha imbalance. A dosha is your mind-body type. If you…
Step 1: Your External Skincare Routine for Glowing Skin Are you ready for your ayurvedic makeover? The following skincare routine was designed by ayurvedic experts Pratima Raichur (an ayurvedic consultant and the author of Absolute Beauty) and Melanie Sachs (the author of Ayurvedic Beauty Care). In a perfect world, she says, you should work with an ayurvedic…
The Virtual Event is Now Complete With Botanical Medicine Pioneer David Crow, LAc Sign Up For Instant Access To The Free Recording Receive Profound Ayurvedic Aromatherapy Insights to Access the Power of Essential Oils Such as Rose, Vetiver, Sandalwood, Agarwood and Jatamansi for Your Health, Wellbeing and Personal Transformation. Ancient systems of natural healing…
When we use the word longevity in the West, we mean extending life, growÂÂing old graceÂfully, staying healthy the whole way. We often measure longevity in numbers—eighty, ninety, one hundred years. To reach this goal, there may be rigid diets to follow and many herbs and supplements to swallow. Stress-reduction techniques, exercise, and yoga are surely a part…
Medical systems such as Ayurveda and Siddha are considered alternative therapies in today’s world. Some are quick to dismiss such therapies while others swear by them. Choosing the right kind of treatment – Allopathy, Ayurveda or Siddha – can be a confusing affair. In this article, Sadhguru looks at the merits of each type and stresses on the importance of a…
Ayurvedic Tools for Natural Self-Nurturing Sometimes, simply showering ourselves with love is one of the most deeply healing gifts we can offer. Renowned for its practical elegance in balancing the body, mind, and spirit, Ayurveda often emphasizes healing from the inside out. But the Ayurvedic tradition is also rich with beauty rituals and other self-nurturing…
Ayurveda s concept of the Tridoshas is unique to medical science. Ayurveda says the body is made up of tissues (dhatus), waste products (malas), and doshas (loosely translated to Energetic Forces). It is the Tridoshas job to assist with the creation of all of the various tissues of the body and to remove any unnecessary waste products from the body. It is also…
Go back over 75 years in time, into the world of Ayurvedagram Heritage Wellness Retreat – one of India’s acknowledged Ayurveda and Yoga Resorts, on the outskirts of Bangalore. This is a peaceful, deeply spiritual Ayurvedic Health Resort. It weaves a gentle magic through Ayurvedic Remedies, Yoga, Meditation and Pranayama, a Vegetarian Ayurvedic Diet and a full…
In der europaweit fĂĽhrenden Ayurveda-Einrichtung wird das echte, ursprĂĽngliche Ayurveda praktiziert. Die entspannenden Anwendungen sind Balsam fĂĽr Körper und Seele. Seit fast zwanzig Jahren bietet das Bad Emser Ayurveda-Gesundheitszentrum Anwendungen auch im Wellness-Bereich an – mit herausragendem Qualitätsstandard. Ayurveda – „Das Wissen vom langen Leben“ Ayurveda…
Ayurveda is the science which literally means the science of life . It is also known as Indian system of medicine. Ayurveda is an old healthcare system, which treats what is advantageous and what is harmful for the body and stresses on happy and unhappy states of life. In other words, Ayurvedic system of medicine gives importance to the involvement of the patient…
Discover the fundamental history and philosophy of the ancient science of Ayurveda. Begin learning how to perform Ayurvedic body therapies and study the sciences of anatomy, physiology and pathology. Your esthetic training begins with the fundamentals of skin, including dermanalysis, facial manipulations and equipment. You will be introduced to Sanskrit, mindfulness…
Panchakarma treatments like Snehana and Swedana are helpful/Trikatu, a combination of ginger, long pepper and black pepper can be used to stimulate the production of digestive enzymes and promote the absorption of essential nutrients/Herbs like Brahmi, Shatavari and ayurvedic medicines like Suvarna Prashan, Chaitanoday rasa are helpful. The incidence of autism…
I’ve always believed in the healing availbale to us through nature. Both within our own human nature and our natural environment. When I first discovered Ayurveda, it just made sense. A language, a system, a scientific approach to not only the health of the individual, but the health of our planet. A language I felt innately deep within my being. My Grandmother…
Have you struggled with pain and fatigue as a consistent factor in your life? Ever wondered if natural remedies can work for you? Overwhelmed by the amount of information on the Internet? India’s 10, -year-old traditional medical system can help… It is called Ayurveda and it is arguably the oldest traditional medical system with roots dating back to 8, B.C…
If you’d like a glimpse into the benefits of panchakarma (ayurveda’s ancient cleansing and rejuvenation practice) without the expense of going to a clinic, try this home version, which ayurvedic expert Vasana Lad recommends in The Complete Book of Ayurvedic Home Remedies. Avoid this program if you are pregnant, weak, anemic, or debilitated. Otherwise, it’s safe…
NASYA, a national movement for Ayurveda was formed on 20th December, 2008 during 3rd World Ayurveda Congress at Jaipur. NASYA was formed to bring students and youths of AYURVEDA together to motivate them to do research, practice and propagate this science throughout their life. Thousands of students and youths from different parts of the country, declared in…
Ashwagandha, one of the most powerful herbs in Ayurvedic healing, has been used since ancient times for a wide variety of conditions, and is most well-known for its restorative benefits. In Sanskrit Ashwagandha means “the smell of a horse, ” indicating that the herb imparts the vigor and strength of a stallion, and has traditionally been prescribed to help people…
In our home school founded in 1997, we combine the best of new paradigm medical education with the best of the ancient gurukula contemplative pedagogy. Our apprentices, attending on a donation basis, acquire the knowledge and tools needed to administer Ayruvedic healing techniques. We focus on graduating a few excellent and compassionate healers who are able…
Location: It is situated in a mountainous area blessed with natural beauty full of hills, valleys, rich in greenery and water resources like rivers, streams, ponds etc. Silent Valley National Park a unique preserve of natural rain forest which houses a rich mosaic of herbal plants and trees of high medicinal value, is situated nearby. The calm and pollution free…
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Parkinson s disease, known in Ayurveda as Kampavata,is a neurological disorder affecting 1% of the population over age 65 and is the fourth most common neurological degenerative disorder found in the elderly1. Because this condition occurs more frequently in industrialized countries, some have speculated that this condition may be caused by environmental toxins2…
