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NECK PAIN

BEST AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR NECK PAIN

OVERVIEW:-

  • Neck pain is a common complaint. Neck muscles can be tensed from wrong posture whether it’s leaning over computer .Osteoarthritis also is a common cause of neck pain.
  • Neck pain generally goes away within a few days or weeks, but pain that continues for months could signal an underlying medical cause that needs to be addressed. In some cases, early mediation may be necessary for the best results.

SYMPTOMS:-

  • Stiffness of neck
  • Sharp pain in neck
  • General soreness
  • Radicular pain
  • Cervical radiculopathy
  • Trouble with gripping objects
  • Headache

CAUSE:-Several causes for neck pain ,it mentioned below:-

  • Poor posture
  • Sleeping in awkward position
  • Repetitive motions
  • Trauma
  • Cervical degenerative disc disease
  • Cervical osteoarthritis
  • Cervical osteoarthritis
  • Cervical herniated disc
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Spinal tumor

DIAGNOSIS:-

  • Computed Tomography Scan (CT or CAT scan)
  • Discography
  • Electromyography (EMG)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies (NCS)
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  • Myelogram
  • Selective Nerve Root Block
  • X-rays

RISK-FACTOR:-

  • Reduced neck strength
  • Previous neck problems
  • Poor posture
  • Smoking
  • Labor-intensive occupation
  • Female sex
  • Feelings of low support from work, family, or friends

AYURVEDIC VIEW FOR NECK PAIN:-

  • Ayurveda denotes to it as “Manyasatmbh” which come under a vatavyadhi. It is caused due to aggravation of Vatadosha. In this condition occur muscle rigidity, immobility of the neck, and pain in the neck muscles.
  • It is also caused by a Vata aggravating diet and lifestyle. So treatment based on calming the Vatadosha.

FOOD AND LIFESTYLE HABBITS THAT INCREASE VATA DOSHA:-

  • Eating too fast or while on-the-go
  • Foods that are cold, raw, light, old, spicy or processed
  • Fasting or waiting too long to eat
  • Skipping meals
  • Non-nutritious foods, soda, sweets, junk food
  • Dehydration
  • Don’t sleeping during the day and awake at night
  • Suppressing natural urges (gas, urine, stool, burping)
  • Too much exercise or lifting weights that are too heavy
  • Walking or biking for long distances
  • Stress and prolonged emotions of grief, anger or fear

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR NECK PAIN:-

  • Neck pain in Ayurveda is a Vata related disorder. It is caused by Vata aggravating diet and lifestyle.Ayurvedic treatment for spondylosis uses herbal formulations to remove the VataDosha.
  • The patient is also given diet advice to avoid the intake of Vata aggaravating foods. Medicine for the problem is also supplemented with the external application of Ayurvedic oil for cervical spondylosis.
  • More active cases need external Ayurvedic medicine for cervical spondylosisPanchakarma procedures. Panchkarma therapies like Snehana- swedana to relieves muscle spasm around neck & pain can be minimized.
  • GreevaBasti ,Greevalepa,shirodhara and shirobasti has been described as best treatment for vatadiseases.Yoga postures like Bhujangasana (Cobra pose), Matsyasana (Fish pose), Dhanurasana (Bow pose) are extremely beneficial for cervical spondylosis.

AYURVEDICTHERAPIES FOR NECK PAIN:-Following Panchkarma therapies for neck pain:-

  • ABHYANGA
  • SNEHAN
  • GREEVA BASTI
  • SHIRODHARA
  • PINDA SWEDA
  • PIZHICHIL
  • GREEVA LEPA
  • TAILDHARA
  • NASYA

These therapiesrelive the pain and inflammation,strengthen the tissues and to prevent reccurance.

  • AYURVEDIC MEDICINE FOR NECK PAIN:-
  • ERAND PAK
  • BRIHAT VATA CHINTAMANI RAS
  • TRYODASHANG GUGGUL
  • EKANGVEER RASA
  • VATA VIDHVANSA RASA
  • RASANASAPTAL KWATH
  • DASHMOOL KWATH
  • ASHWGANDHA CHURNA
  • AMRITA SATVA
  • YOGRAJ GUGGUL
  • MAHAMAS TAIL
  • ERAND TAIL

AYUVEDIC OIL FOR NECK PAIN:-

  • ERAND TAIL
  • BALA TAIL
  • MAHANARYAN TAIL
  • RASNA TAIL
  • KARPURADI TAIL
  • DHANWANTRAM TAIL
  • MURIVENNA OIL

CAC SPECIAL MEDICATION FOR NECK PAIN:-

 

  • Nerve up tablet:-These tablets are pure ayurvedic formulation. Nerve up tablets help in mangaing the vatadoshas and kaphadosha. It acts as nervine stimulant. It shows very effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients which help to cure any kind of pain. This tablet helps in Backache, knee pain, headache, depression,bronchitis.
  • RasayanVati:-Rasayanvati is herbo-mineral Ayurvedic tablet which contains various Ayurvedic herbs .These ingredients show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, immune-modulator and antipyretic properties. These tablets give good results in General debility, Psychological disorders, and improves immunity and helps in cervical pain.
  • Pain-O-Kill Oil:-This herbal oil provides good results in body pain, swelling, and stiffness. Massage with this oil relieves pain, stiffness, & swelling. Pain-O-Kill oil is contains from herbal ingredients like Jyotishmati, Devdaru,Vatsnabh, Rasna, etc. These Ayurvedic ingredients show anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, & analgesic properties. The antioxidant nature eliminates all toxins out from the body.
  • Pain–O-Kill Syrup:-It is an herbal remedy that helps to get relief from the any kind pain which is linked with cervical spondylitis. It contains herbal ingredientwhich cure pain.This syrup helps in reducing the stiffness & rejuvenates the body tissues. It helps to improve muscle tone. This syrup has effective result in reducing the inflammation.
  • PanchsakarChurna:-PanchsakarChurna is an Ayurvedic formulation that consists of Ayurvedic ingredients. It act as naturally detoxifyer, thus it removes the toxins from the body. This churna is very beneficial in cases of disc prolapsed, cervical pain, lower back pain, ligament sprain, neck stiffness, sprain in muscle, tendons. Panchsakarchurna helps to relax the muscles around the neck and also decreases the inflammation.
  • Detox Standard Powder:-These herbal sachets are prepared from herbal ingredients that gives calming effect on the stomach. These sachets have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antacid properties. It mainly affects in lowering the pitta dosha of the body and maintains proper digestion of the body.

 

Dandruff

HOW TO GET RID OF DANDRUFF NATURALLY?

Dandruff is a condition that causes skin on the scalp a scaly white or grayish flakes of dead skin cells
Dandruff happens due to irregularity of three doshas – vata, pita, kapha

CAUSES OF DANDRUFF

  • Hormone imbalance
  • Use harsh hair products
  • Excessive alcohol consumption
  • Nutrition deficiency
  • Due to stress
  • Weather changes

NEEM LEAVES :

  • Neem controls hair loss
  • Add shines and smoothness to the hair
  • Relieves itchiness and dryness from the scalp
  • Controls dandruff
  • Neem has anti -fungal properties

HOW TO APPLY – Add two handful of neem leaves to 3-4 cups of hot water. Let it stand for 2-3 hours. Strain the leaves and use it to rinse your hair.

YOGURT:

  • It acts as natural exfoliant it has lactic acid content that helps to cleanse the dirt and dead skin of scalp
  • It boosts hair growth
  • Reduces hair loss
  • Reduce dandruff
  • Makes hair smooth and shiny

HOW TO APPLY

  1. 1TSP OF HONEY +1tsp of yogurt+ half lemon juice mix it well than apply on the hair for 30mins than rinse off with luke warm water
  2. half a cup of yoghurt and mix it with peeled and smashed papaya. Keep it in your hair for 30 minutes and wash your hair with lukewarm water

FENUGREEK SEEDS (METHI):

  • Fenugreek seeds are high in protein and  nourish the hair and prevent hair fall.
  • Help to strengthen the hair and scalp
  • It repairs hair follicles and helps in hair re growth.
  • Promotes hair growth
  • Prevents premature hair greying

 HOW TO APPLY – Soak the fenugreek seeds in water and leave it overnight. In the morning, grind the seeds to a smooth paste and add lemon juice in the paste and mix it well apply this paste to scalp and hair. Leave it on for 30 minutes than wash your hair

 

ALOE VERA :

  • Aloe vera makes hair soft and shiny and smooth
  • Strengthens and nourishes it from the roots.
  • it has a cooling effect on the scalp
  • it has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties which prevent dandruff and calm the itchiness

HOW TO APPLY – sequeeze aloe vera leaf to extractits gel apply on the scalp and hair massage it gently and wrap a warm towel on head leave it for few minutes and than wash it off withmild shampoo

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:

  • Balancing the PH of your scalp.
  • Stimulating the shedding of dead skin cells from your scalp.
  • Reducing fungal growth on your scalp and hair.

HOW TO APPLY – 2 tsp of water and and 2 tsp of apple cider vinegar and add 5 drops of tea tree oil than apply it on scalp and massage it well for few minutes. then rinse off

 

MASHED BANANA:

  • It controls dandruff
  • Improves hair textures
  • It has antimicrobial properties that aid in clearing up dry scalps.
  • They’re incredibly nourishing and moisturising the scalp, hence, make for a great treatment to dry scalp and dandruff.

 HOW TO APPLY Start by peeling and mashing the banana mix until the mixture is an even texture and consistency.apply the hair mask, in scalp and the roots of your hair. Leave in for 10–15 minutes.

TEA TREE OIL:

  • Tea tree oil is rich in antiseptic, antifungal, and antibiotic properties.
  • Clearing out dandruff and dry skin,
  • Helps in getting rid of the fungus that causes it.
  • Moisturises the scalp and clears blocked pores to stop further dryness.
  • It improves scalp health
  • Helps to get rid of lice

HOW TO APPLY – Add a few drops of tea tree oil to coconut oil or to olive oil and massage into your scalp. Leave it on for 10 minutes and then rinse with lukewarm water.

TEN HERBS FOR LIVER

TEN HERBS FOR LIVER

INTRODUCTION

  • Liver is the largest organ inside your body. It help and remove poisons.
  • There are many kinds of liver diseases:-
  • Diseases caused by viruses, such as hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C
  • Diseases caused by drugs, poisons, or excessive alcohol. It include fatty liver disease and cirrhosis.
  • Liver cancer
  • Genetic diseases, such as hemochromatosis and Wilson disease.

SYMPTOMS

  • Skin and eyes that appear yellowish (jaundice)
  • Abdominal pain and swelling
  • Swelling in the legs and ankles
  • Itchy skin
  • Dark urine color
  • Pale stool color
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Tendency to bruise easily

AYURVRDIC HERBS FOR LIVER DISEASE

  • KUTAKI: – Kutki consumption becomes a health tonic for liver cells. It shows lovely healthy effects on the liver and protects it from destruction. It improve the appetite. Enhance metabolism improve digestion and absorption. It improve bile production and reduces the risk of jaundice.
  • Turmeric – This well-known herb supports liver functions and purifies blood. It also promotes removal of toxins from the body. In most of cases there is no necessity to take any additional turmeric if you are already putting it in meals.
  • Guduchi – One of the most valued herbs in Ayurveda, guduchi is known for its cleansing and blood cleaning properties. Ayurvedic herbal medicines prepared for liver problems contain guduchi. The herb also helps in cure jaundice, fatty liver, hepatitis.
  • Triphala – Triphala is the combination of three medicinal plants like amla, bibhitaki and haritaki. It helps in regularizing metabolism and bowel movements. It also purifies the blood
  • Aloe vera – Aloe Vera juice flushes toxins out of the liver (hepatoxicity). It enhances proper digestion. Aloe vera also treat stress and strengthens the immune system.It improve metabolism and digestion.
  • Punarnva – A flowering plant, boerhavia diffusa, also called punarnava, is an ancient remedy for promoting healthy liver and kidney function and maintaining and efficient flow of fluids in the body. Studies show this ayurvedic herb can also support a healthy heart.
  • AMLA – It is not just an herb but also a potential food with vitamin C in abundance. It is useful for people with liver problems especially those with fatty liver problems. Amla helps in melting the fat and promote liver health. Everyone should consume at least one amla daily.
  • GARLIC – It is actually an herb that boosts liver health and reduces the risk of liver problems. It is a very powerful remedy to dissolve fat accumulation in the liver. It helps in the full-cleansing of liver. Eating garlic daily or drinking garlic tea in the morning can support liver functions. For effective results, add cloves to in food to strengthen liver.
  • GINGER – Ginger root is a popular ingredient and also commonly used as a medicinal treatment for many health conditions, including liver disease. Ginger root contains powerful compounds, including gingerols and shogaols that help inhibit swelling and give protection against cellular damage, which may help support liver health. It may help protect liver against impurities like alcohol.
  • GINKGO BILOBA – It is a popular herbal supplement that has been linked to improved liver health. For example, a rodent study showed that ginkgo biloba injections reduce.It can regulate fatty acid metabolism in the liver and reduce fat accumulation.
  • GREEN TEA – Green tea protect against various liver conditions, including liver cancer, hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver (hepatic steatosis), and chronic liver disease .
  • KALMEGH – is a plant which is also known as “Green Chiretta” and the “King of Bitters”. It is used for several medicinal purposes and is bitter in taste. It is used for liver disease as it protects the liver against damage caused by free radicals due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR LIVER DISEASE

  • The liver is called Yakrit in Ayurveda. Pitta is the predominant factor of the liver. Maximum liver disorders are aggravated conditions of Pitta. Excessive bile production or a blockage in the flow of bile generally indicates high pitta, which in turn affects the Agni or enzyme activities responsible for digestion, absorptionand metabolism.
  • At CAC we are providing highly effective treatment for Liver disease. CAC give treatment involves Shodana chikitsa (detoxification through Panchakarma procedures), Shamana chikitsa (Ayurvedic medicines). CAC treatment is very useful in improving the liver heath and preventing more damage.

HEALTHY TIPS AND DIET FOR LIVER DISEASE

  • Also Include in diet green vegetables such as bottle gourd, bitter gourd, cauliflower, pumpkin,cabbage, kale, fenugreek, coriander etc.
  • Drink limited amount of water & can drink coconut water.
  • Also eat these vegetables like carrot, turnip, beetroot, radish, etc.
  • Eat fresh fruits like apple, pear, peach, orange, berries, papaya, guava, etc.
  • Do regular walk for 30 minutes to keep you fit.
  • Avoid milk & dairy products.
  • Totally avoid junk,fried and processed food items.
  • Do perform yoga poses &Pranayama such as Kapalbhati pranayam, Dhanurasana, Ardh mastsyendrasana, Naukasana, Gomukhasana, etc.

CAC SPECIAL MEDICATION FOR LIVER DISEASE

  • LIVER CARE SYRUP
  • LIVER CARE TABLETA
  • PANCHSKAR CHURNA
  • KUTAKI CAPSULES
  • DETOX PREMIUM POWDER
TEN HERBS FOR LIVER

TEN HERBS FOR LIVER

INTRODUCTION

  • Liver is the largest organ inside your body. It help and remove poisons.
  • There are many kinds of liver diseases:-
  • Diseases caused by viruses, such as hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C
  • Diseases caused by drugs, poisons, or excessive alcohol. It include fatty liver disease and cirrhosis.
  • Liver cancer
  • Genetic diseases, such as hemochromatosis and Wilson disease.

SYMPTOMS

  • Skin and eyes that appear yellowish (jaundice)
  • Abdominal pain and swelling
  • Swelling in the legs and ankles
  • Itchy skin
  • Dark urine color
  • Pale stool color
  • Chronic fatigue
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Tendency to bruise easily

AYURVRDIC HERBS FOR LIVER DISEASE

  • KUTAKI: – Kutki consumption becomes a health tonic for liver cells. It shows lovely healthy effects on the liver and protects it from destruction. It improve the appetite. Enhance metabolism improve digestion and absorption. It improve bile production and reduces the risk of jaundice.
  • Turmeric – This well-known herb supports liver functions and purifies blood. It also promotes removal of toxins from the body. In most of cases there is no necessity to take any additional turmeric if you are already putting it in meals.
  • Guduchi – One of the most valued herbs in Ayurveda, guduchi is known for its cleansing and blood cleaning properties. Ayurvedic herbal medicines prepared for liver problems contain guduchi. The herb also helps in cure jaundice, fatty liver, hepatitis.
  • Triphala – Triphala is the combination of three medicinal plants like amla, bibhitaki and haritaki. It helps in regularizing metabolism and bowel movements. It also purifies the blood
  • Aloe vera – Aloe Vera juice flushes toxins out of the liver (hepatoxicity). It enhances proper digestion. Aloe vera also treat stress and strengthens the immune system.It improve metabolism and digestion.
  • Punarnva – A flowering plant, boerhavia diffusa, also called punarnava, is an ancient remedy for promoting healthy liver and kidney function and maintaining and efficient flow of fluids in the body. Studies show this ayurvedic herb can also support a healthy heart.
  • AMLA – It is not just an herb but also a potential food with vitamin C in abundance. It is useful for people with liver problems especially those with fatty liver problems. Amla helps in melting the fat and promote liver health. Everyone should consume at least one amla daily.
  • GARLIC – It is actually an herb that boosts liver health and reduces the risk of liver problems. It is a very powerful remedy to dissolve fat accumulation in the liver. It helps in the full-cleansing of liver. Eating garlic daily or drinking garlic tea in the morning can support liver functions. For effective results, add cloves to in food to strengthen liver.
  • GINGER – Ginger root is a popular ingredient and also commonly used as a medicinal treatment for many health conditions, including liver disease. Ginger root contains powerful compounds, including gingerols and shogaols that help inhibit swelling and give protection against cellular damage, which may help support liver health. It may help protect liver against impurities like alcohol.
  • GINKGO BILOBA – It is a popular herbal supplement that has been linked to improved liver health. For example, a rodent study showed that ginkgo biloba injections reduce.It can regulate fatty acid metabolism in the liver and reduce fat accumulation.
  • GREEN TEA – Green tea protect against various liver conditions, including liver cancer, hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver (hepatic steatosis), and chronic liver disease .
  • KALMEGH – is a plant which is also known as “Green Chiretta” and the “King of Bitters”. It is used for several medicinal purposes and is bitter in taste. It is used for liver disease as it protects the liver against damage caused by free radicals due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.

AYURVEDIC TREATMENT FOR LIVER DISEASE

  • The liver is called Yakrit in Ayurveda. Pitta is the predominant factor of the liver. Maximum liver disorders are aggravated conditions of Pitta. Excessive bile production or a blockage in the flow of bile generally indicates high pitta, which in turn affects the Agni or enzyme activities responsible for digestion, absorptionand metabolism.
  • At CAC we are providing highly effective treatment for Liver disease. CAC give treatment involves Shodana chikitsa (detoxification through Panchakarma procedures), Shamana chikitsa (Ayurvedic medicines). CAC treatment is very useful in improving the liver heath and preventing more damage.

HEALTHY TIPS AND DIET FOR LIVER DISEASE

  • Also Include in diet green vegetables such as bottle gourd, bitter gourd, cauliflower, pumpkin,cabbage, kale, fenugreek, coriander etc.
  • Drink limited amount of water & can drink coconut water.
  • Also eat these vegetables like carrot, turnip, beetroot, radish, etc.
  • Eat fresh fruits like apple, pear, peach, orange, berries, papaya, guava, etc.
  • Do regular walk for 30 minutes to keep you fit.
  • Avoid milk & dairy products.
  • Totally avoid junk,fried and processed food items.
  • Do perform yoga poses &Pranayama such as Kapalbhati pranayam, Dhanurasana, Ardh mastsyendrasana, Naukasana, Gomukhasana, etc.

CAC SPECIAL MEDICATION FOR LIVER DISEASE

  • LIVER CARE SYRUP
  • LIVER CARE TABLETA
  • PANCHSKAR CHURNA
  • KUTAKI CAPSULES
  • DETOX PREMIUM POWDER
How To Keep Your Hands Soft In Winters

How To Keep Your Hands Soft In Winters

Keep hands softer

After applying soap several times, the skin becomes dry as well as cracks. In such a situation, washing hands with moisturizing soap can be beneficial.

Continuous hand washing can cause many problems in people with sensitive skin.

Skin care tips

Beautiful hands are also necessary for overall personality. Dry and rough hands work to reduce your beauty. Due to the low temperature and strong cold wind in the winter season, the problem of dryness in the skin starts. Hands are used for every work, as well as it is necessary to take care of hands between work from home. At the same time, in the era of Kovid-19, the skin of the hands is also affected by frequent hand washing and sanitizing. In such a situation, let us know how to take care of your skin –

Wear gloves

Wearing gloves while doing any work, such as cleaning and gardening, protects the skin of the hands from coming in contact with harmful chemicals and detergents. Gloves not only keep your hands warm in winters but they also retain the moisture of the skin. Also, due to dry winds, the skin starts cracking. In such a situation, after applying a good cream, go out wearing gloves.

Which cream to use

According to skin experts, beauty products containing chemicals can also harm the skin of your hands. In such a situation, the selection of skin care products should be done carefully. That’s why people should use those creams for their hands which contain sufficient amount of urea, mineral oil, ceramides, urea and hyaluronic acid. Apart from this, sunscreen which has SPF 30 can also be used.

Apply Vaseline

Frequent hand washing can cause many problems for people with sensitive skin. Among these, redness of the skin, pain in it, itching, the appearance of a layer of white peel, even the skin of the hands is the main one. To avoid this, apply some cream or Vaseline after washing your hands. This will not only make the skin better, but it will also avoid damage.

Use this soap

After applying soap many times, the skin becomes dry as well as cracks. In such a situation, washing hands with moisturizing soap can be beneficial. Try to use soap and hand wash in which glycerin and lanolin have been used to wash hands.

How To Remain Energetic In Cold Weather

How To Remain Energetic In Cold Weather

During winter, we often try to keep ourselves healthy and warm, for this people have only one option of food. With the help of which they try to keep themselves warm while protecting themselves from the cold. But do you know that apart from food, you can also keep yourself healthy and warm with the help of smoothies. Yes, you can prepare many smoothie recipes and drink them daily in the morning, this will give you energy as well as make you feel warm throughout the day. For this, you do not need to work very hard, rather you can prepare and consume such smoothies every day from the things used daily.

Banana and Oatmeal Chocolate Smoothie

To make your breakfast healthy during winters, you can try chocolate smoothie made from banana and oatmeal. This will help keep you warm and active throughout the day. By consuming it daily, you can reduce weight along with keeping your body fit. This is not only a common smoothie, but you can easily make and drink it before and after workouts too. Which will prove beneficial for you. To prepare it, you include banana, protein powder, cocoa powder, vanilla, milk or water and coffee. After mixing them well, you can add honey to it which will make your smoothie sweet.

Apple smoothie

You all know that how beneficial apples are for our health, it protects us from many serious diseases as well as keeps us healthy for a long time. Even in winter, people like to consume apples very much. You can include smoothies made from apple in your diet routine daily which will work to keep you active. To make this, mash the apple well, now add some milk to it. You can add cinnamon, honey, cocoa powder and some nuts to this mixture. Now you can drink a glass of it daily.

Carrot Smoothie

Similarly, carrots are a much-loved option in winter, which everyone includes in their diet. Many people make carrot halwa, some make carrot curry and some people also drink its juice. But there are very few people who consume carrot smoothie. To make this, grind carrots and bananas well in a mixer. Now add milk, cocoa powder, nuts and honey to it. Mix it well and consume it

Winter has started knocking in India. From now on you should start keeping the body healthy. Here we are telling you some special tips to prevent cold.

Winter health tips

The winter season is slowly starting to make its knock in North India. Right now in the evening, a little cold wind has started blowing in the open areas and gradually the cold will start showing its full effect. As soon as winter starts, its effect starts showing everywhere. It’s clear effect is also visible on humans, animals and plants.

Read Also : Panchakarma & Ayurvedic Treatment for Cold

Now if we talk about humans, its effect first starts on the skin, body and activities. Where we usually eat less food in summer, then hunger also increases in winter as compared to that. In winter, the hard work from the body is also less. Especially in this season it is very important for everyone to take care of their health. Here we are telling you how to take care of yourself in the winter season and which precautions are kept in mind.

Take special care of diet like this:

In the winter season, it becomes very important to take special care of food and drink, because in this season there is a risk of many types of diseases in the body. If you consume whole grains, oatmeal etc., then they are also effective in reducing weight and prove to be beneficial for the heart as well. Vegetables and fruits should be consumed in abundance during this season. Vitamins and minerals present in fruits and vegetables prove to be effective in fighting diseases in winter. Fried and saturated foods should not be used in this season. With amazing taste, myrobalan protects against cold and flu, gives satisfaction to the tongue and removes gas.

Water and Drinks:

Although less water is drunk in winter than in summer, but in this season the required amount of water should be drunk. At the same time, if you drink herbal-tea during this season, then it also reduces the level of LDL cholesterol and triglyceride. Pollution will not have a bad effect on the body, the doctor told how to deal with this problem

Exercise is important:

If you want to keep your body fit, then there can be no better weather than winter for this. During this you control your weight. Do regular exercise to keep the body fit. O`ne can go  to the gym, if not able to do exercise or  go for a walk daily. Walking creates heat in the body and increases blood flow. Blood sugar and cholesterol should be controlled during the winter season. In this season, salt intake should be reduced in moderation. Consuming too much salt increases the risk of heart diseases.

Eat quinoa in breakfast, energy will remain throughout the day

Protection from cold is important:

To protect yourself from cold in winter season, one should keep oneself covered with warm clothes. During this, the feet, head and ears should be specially covered. At least 6 to 8 hours of sleep should be taken in winter. Just like warm clothes are used to protect the body from cold in the winter season, in the same way warm things are also consumed. During this time the skin starts drying and cracking, then you can use oil or body lotion for this. Follow these home remedies every day to melt extra fat

khas khas

HEALTH BENEFITS OF KHAS KHAS

Khas is commonly called as KhasKhas, which is originally from Poaceae family. Its botanical name is Vetiveria zizanioides. Although it is popular in most places by the name of poppy, but in English it is known as khus khus or vetiver grass, khus or poppy in Hindi, Mudival in Kannada, Ushiram in Tamil, Venar origin in Bengal, etc. Is known.

You will be surprised to know that the description of poppy seeds is found in ancient Ayurvedic scriptures. Poppy grass has special importance in Ayurveda. That is to say, it has been cultivated for more than 3000 years.

Perhaps you do not know that apart from India, it is also cultivated in European countries, Australia, Turk.

In India it is basically found in South India, Rajasthan, Bengal, Chota Nagpur.

The medicinal and ayurvedic properties of poppy seed are numerous. It is also beneficial in cold-cough, heart disease, vomiting, skin diseases, fever, metal defects, headache, blood disorders, burning of urine, respiratory diseases, bile diseases, muscle spasms, hormonal problems.

Nutrients found in Poppy Seeds

Nutrients of poppy grass are unlimited. Resin, volatile vegetable oil, beta-vetivone, khasinol, khasilal, zizonoic acid, calcium, azulene and ferrous oxide are found in poppy grass.

Medicinal Properties of Poppy Seeds

Seeing the list of nutrients of poppy seeds, you must have understood that its medicinal properties will also be many. That is, the health benefits of poppy seeds are innumerable.

Poppy seeds have many medicinal properties such as antibacterial, antifungal, anticataleptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, rheumatic, antioxidant, antiarrhythmic, stimulant, diuretic or diuretic, antispasmodic, emmenagogue.

Method of Consumption of Poppy Seeds

A special thing about poppy grass is that it has a fixed dosage, about which it is important to be aware of because consuming more than the quantity is harmful for health.

For this, it would be better to consume it only after consulting an Ayurvedic doctor.

But a special thing about poppy is that it can be used externally and internally.

That is, consume poppy seeds or apply it on the skin, the method of its use is different in both.

Benefits of poppy seeds

According to Ayurvedic medicine, poppy seeds have a cooling effect, due to which the benefits of poppy seeds in stomach related diseases are innumerable. Along with this, there are many other benefits of poppy seeds, which are as follows-

  • Khus Khus for analgesic effect-

Poppy seed oil is commonly used to relieve pain because of its anti-inflammatory properties that help reduce inflammation of the muscles and strengthen bones.

  • Khus Khus for mouth ulcer-

  • In Ayurveda, it is believed that due to excessive amount of pitta in the body, there are blisters in the mouth.
  • As mentioned earlier, it helps in getting relief from mouth ulcers due to cooling effect of poppy seeds.

  • Get relief when burnt by fire –

What do you do when a fire burns?

  • You wash the burn area with water, but your condition is troubled by the burning. At that time poppy grass will give you relief from irritation.
  • Because the antibacterial and cooling properties of poppy seeds act like a panacea at that time.

How to use poppy seeds-

  • You can also apply by grinding poppy grass.
  • Or mix poppy seeds in coconut oil and apply it on the affected area, it will reduce the inflammation.

Khus Khus for Insomnia-

  • If you have trouble sleeping or insomnia and you want to get relief from it naturally, then consumption of poppy seeds will help you.
  • Because the compounds contained in poppy seeds are helpful in the production of neurotransmitters, which help the brain to function optimally.
  • And this reduces the problem of sleeplessness.

Use of poppy seeds for insomnia

  • Before sleeping, take a bath by adding 5-10 drops of poppy seed oil in the bath water.
  • This gives coolness to the body.
  • The smell of poppy seeds helps to calm the mind and body.
  • That is, its smell and the feeling of coolness helps in sleeping.

  • Poppy seeds for Depression

Just as poppy seeds work in insomnia, in the same way, due to the production of neuro-transmitters, it helps the brain to function smoothly and reduces depression and stress.

Use of poppy seeds to get relief from depression

  • Put 5-10 drops of poppy seed oil in the bath water and take a bath with it.
  • The smell and cooling effect of poppy seeds helps to calm down the brain and thereby relieves stress and depression to some extent.

  • Khus Khus for fever

  • Perhaps you do not know how many benefits of poppy seeds are there in fever, which you are unaware of.
  • The cooling effect of poppy grass and its antibacterial properties help in reducing or relieving fever.

Dosage and method of intake- After lunch, 1-2 grams powder of poppy seeds can be taken with honey or water.

DHOOPAN

Role of Dhoopan in Slowing Down COVID Spread

  • Dhoopan is an Ayurvedic procedure in which fumes or smoke produced from defined Ayurvedic drug formulations are inhaled/exposed by patients for medicinal/therapeutic relief or externally as a cleanser to the environment.
  • There is a major risk of spread of airborne infections with hospital-acquired infections and to mitigate Dhoopan is a safe practice and very effective to control such infections.
  • Dhoopan is a classical ayurvedic method of sterilization for Vranitagar (wound healing), Sutikagar, Kumaragar, etc. with preventive as well as curative/restorative efficacy. Fumes can be facilitated to expose or inhale in various diseases such as cough, fever, coryza, piles, epilepsy, insanity, Asthma, bronchitis, and wounds.
  • The constituents of Dhoopare Ayurvedic herbs, animal products (like skin, hair, bones, horn, etc.), and various minerals, described in Ayurveda are efficient anti-microbial, anti-fungal, and antiviral action by nature.
  • Since ancient times, sages used to clean the environment by havanaadi (home)rituals. However, because of the lacking scientific validation, these Dhoopan practices are not famous, which bring attention to research opportunities and understand its safety, potency, and efficacy to control airborne infections.
  • Dhoop kalpas have advantages in dealing with airborne infection because of antioxidant and anti-microbial properties with safe, economical, and eco-friendly potential. Thus, it can be publicized in the prevention and control of COVID 19 like a pandemic situation as a supplementary method.
  • Airborne infections are the commonest ones, develop respiratory disorders. COVID 19 is one of the viral respiratory problems, created pandemic with a high death rate. Covid spreads from droplets, aerosol, and fomite by the affected patient’s cough, nasal secretions, sneeze, sputum, or nasal discharge, and the environment gets easily contaminated.
  • Airborne infections can rapidly spread in masses through breathing and inhalation of microbes in an infectious environment. Therefore, this is required to sterile the area by disinfectant herbs or fumigation.
  • There are many types of microbes present everywhere in the environment. Hence, it is a protocol to fumigate operation theatre before surgery to prevent hospital-acquired infections.
  • Recently, Dhoopan is rarely used as a fumigation method. Therefore, re-publicize the advantages of Dhoopan karma and evaluate the efficacy of different Dhoop kalpas for fumigation purposes Rakshoghna (anti-microbial) with safe and quick action to prevent airborne infections.

Action

There are many common drugs such as Guggulu, Sarja, Arishtak/Neem, Rason , Haridra, Sarshapa , cow dung cakes , Ghrit , Hing , Vidanga , Yava ,Aparajita , Vacha , Devdaru , Daruharidra, Bilva , Lakh, Atasi, Bramhi, Jatamansi, Sarpanirmok/skin of snake etc. Almost all the Dhoopan dravya have an action of deodorant, antiseptic, analgesic, antipyretic, vishhar, anti-inflammatory, Rakshoghna (anti-microbial), etc. by spreading pleasant aroma to fill in the air. The action of these drugs has been proven to the efficacy for improving health as well as prevention and control of diseases as they are anti-microbial by nature. Their classification has been done as per Samhita (Charak, Ashtang Hridaya, Sushrut, and Ashtang Sangraha), diseases, indications, and confirmed action with references.

Preparation of ‘DHUP’

The drugs which are recommended for Dhupana are selected classically and to be taken in mentioned (in detail) proportion. The ingredients are coarsely powdered separately and a homogenous mixture of herbs is prepared by mixing all the ingredients.

Composition

Sr. No.  Dravy Latin Name Family Official Part Proportion
1. Guggulu Commifera mukul Burseraceae Niryasa 1.5 parts
2. Ushira Vetiveria zizanoidsLinn. Graminae Root 1.5 parts
3. Vacha Acorus calamusLinn. Araceae Rhizome 1 parts
4. Rala Shorea robustaGaertn. Dipterocarpaceae Niryasa 1.5 parts
5. Nimba Shorea robustaGaertn. Dipterocarpaceae Niryasa 1.5 parts
6. Arka Calotropis proceraLinn. Asclepiadaceae Moola 1.5 parts
7. Devadaru Cedrus deodaraLoud. Pinaceae Bark 1.5 parts
8. Loban Boswellia carteriiRoxb. Bursuraceae Niryasa 3 parts

Dhoopana Procedure

200 grams of dry cow dung cakes are to be burned with the help of mentholated spirit in a sharava. The sharava is kept in the center room and smoke is generated by subjecting dhoopan dravya to fire. 25 grams of Dhoopan dravya to be burned little by little for about ten minutes. Then the room should be closed for an hour. The procedure can be done during day time.

Reference

  1. In Bhaishjya Ratnavali text Out of a total of 14 Dhoomkalpas, three indicated fever, three for Kasaand remaining for Graha, pilla, shool, Arsharoga, Vranaropan.
  2. In Ras RatnaSammuchhaya, a total number of eight kalpas are mentioned for Kasa, Shwas, and Graha.
  3. In BharatBhaishajya Ratnaka classical text, many Dhoopkalpas are mentioned in detail for Hikka roga, Kandu, Krimi, Shoola, Netravikar, and Jwar disorders taken from these texts Gadnigraha, Yogratnakar, VangSen, Bhavprakash nighantu, and Brihat Nighantu Ratnakar.
  4. In Sharangdhar Samhitaalso Dhoopan karma or fumigation is indicated in ulcer and respiratory ailments in a different chapter named Dhumrapan vidhi.
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Health Benefits of Lavender Oil

Benefits of lavender oil

Lavender flowers are more beautiful than other flowers in appearance. Its oil has many properties which help in curing many types of problems of the body. If there is a problem of stress and fatigue, then it is beneficial in removing them. Although lavender oil is not a medical treatment. If the person is sick for a long time, then there is a need for medical treatment, not oil. Lavender oil may be helpful in reducing the person’s symptoms. Let us tell you in detail about lavender oil in today’s article.

Spike Lavender – Spike lavender plants look like grass and are small in appearance. Its height ranges from 200 to 700 meters.

English Lavender – English Lavender gives the most and nice aroma, but these flowers produce less oil. These plants mostly survive in the cold.

French Lavender – This plant is large in size and leaves are green and gray in color. This plant does not require much cold.

Lavendin – This type is more cultivated and produces more oil. The beauty of these flowers is better than other types. (Read more – Benefits and harms of rosemary tea)

Benefits of Lavender Oil?

Lavender oil may have the following health benefits. Let us elaborate further.

Relieve Joint Pain – The use of lavender oil is beneficial for joint pain. Apart from this, removes nerve pain because it has the property of relieving pain. If you are troubled by joint pain, then lavender oil should be used. (Read more – Home remedies to relieve joint pain)

Beneficial for the treatment of depression – Many people think the problem of depression is normal, but staying for a long time creates the risk of other health problems. Lavender is beneficial in reducing depression and anxiety. Some people massage the scalp with lavender oil and get relief from stress and anxiety. Lavender oil is helpful in reducing the mental problem of a person. (Read more – Ayurvedic remedies for stress)

In removing the problem of insomnia – Insomnia problem can happen to anyone which causes other problems such as lack of digestion of food and headache etc. According to some studies, lavender oil is considered effective in removing the problem of insomnia and the person’s insomnia starts decreasing. Lavender oil is used in aromatherapy which calms the mind. (Read more: Sleep problems)

Healing Acne – Lavender oil is beneficial in curing the problem of acne. Lavender has anti-inflammatory properties that cure acne. To use it, take a drop of cotton and some oil, now apply cotton on the affected area. This process can be used two to three times a week. (Read more: Acne home remedies)

Useful for headache – According to some research, lavender oil can be used for migraine and headache. Using lavender in aromatherapy helps to relax the brain. However, use only a few drops of lavender oil. (Read more: Headache home remedies)

Uses of Lavender Oil?

Lavender oil is used in the following ways. Let us elaborate further.

  • Lavender oil can be used to remove the problem of acne and dermatitis on the skin. If using a few drops of lavender oil on a face mask or pace pack, consult a doctor.
  • A few drops of lavender oil can be used in olive oil and coconut oil to massage the body. You can do this process twice a week. (Read more – Uses of Neem Face Pack)
  • Two or three drops of lavender oil can be used for aromatherapy. Oil can be used to provide peace to the body. However, if you are using for the first time, consult a doctor.

Disadvantages of Lavender Oil?

The benefits of lavender oil are many, but in some rare cases there may be disadvantages.

  • Lavender oil should not be used if there is an allergy to the use of lavender.
  • Pregnant and lactating women are advised not to consume lavender oil.
  • Not consuming lavender oil can lead to nausea, vomiting, and digestive problems in some people.
  • Lavender oil reduces the effects of androgens by increasing the amount of estrogen in the body.
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Benefits and Demerits of Mustard Seeds

You must be using mustard seeds in many ways, such as making a special recipe, tempering the vegetable, making a paste and adding it to the vegetable, etc. Also, mustard seed oil (mustard oil) is most commonly used in Indian households. In winter, you must have eaten mustard greens a lot, but today we will talk about the benefits of consuming mustard seeds. Yes, chewing mustard seeds also has many health benefits. There are many types of mustard, such as yellow, black and brown mustard. Mustard that looks brown or black is also called mustard. It is slightly smaller in size than the yellow mustard seeds . Rye is put in the pickle and oil is extracted from the yellow mustard seeds and flowers.

Medicinal Properties of Mustard

Mustard seeds are very low in calories. Talking about the nutrients in these, these seeds are rich in carotenoid, anti-bacterial, anti-septic, phytochemicals, minerals like magnesium, copper, selenium, phosphorus, calcium, potassium etc. In addition, they also contain omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A, B, E. Phytochemicals protect against many serious diseases like diabetes, cancer, heart disease etc. Yellow mustard is rich in phosphorus, zinc, which destroy the toxins present in the body. These seeds also protect the body from many types of infections.

Heart Healthy Mustard Seeds

Consuming mustard oil is best for health. The more pure this oil is, the more will be its benefits. Similarly, when you chew a little mustard seeds and eat, it keeps the heart healthy. Due to this the arteries are wide, there is no blockage in them. The risk of heart diseases such as heart attack, cardiac arrest is also reduced.

Get rid of the problem of itching and itching

Mustard seeds, rich in anti-septic, antibacterial elements, also removes skin-related diseases like ringworm, scabies, itching (Mustard Seeds benefits in Hindi). This is the reason why the body has been massaged with mustard oil for years. This keeps the skin healthy. Soak mustard seeds in water and chew it and eat it. You can also make a paste of it and apply it on the itchy area.

Mustard seeds to calm the nerves

Mustard seeds have some properties that calm the nerves. Along with healing the nervous system, it also makes the nerves active.

Chew mustard seeds in cold and flu

If you have a cold, then chew these seeds and eat them. It also reduces the congestion caused by phlegm in the chest. Mustard seeds cures problems like cough, cold, flu, sore throat.

Fever should subside

If fever is not reducing, then chew mustard seeds. This will release sweat from the body, due to which the fever gradually starts decreasing. It also removes harmful substances present in the body.

Boost Metabolism Mustard Seeds

When you consume yellow mustard, the metabolism gets boosted. Along with this, digestion power also improves. It also increases the production of saliva. Due to the antiseptic, anti-fungal element in yellow mustard seeds, immunity is also strong. If you consume even half a teaspoon of yellow mustard, then stomach related diseases like abdominal pain, cramps, constipation, diarrhea etc. can be cured. Since, it contains fiber, which prevents constipation.

Disadvantages of Mustard – Side Effects of Mustard

If mustard is used in limited quantity, then the benefits of eating mustard are many. At the same time, if mustard is used ignoring scientific facts, then mustard seeds can be harmful for health. The disadvantages of mustard seeds or mustard seeds are as follows.

  • Do not reuse the oil used for frying, it can lead to lung cancer. It also contains mustard oil .
  • Applying mustard on the skin for a long time can also cause burning problems .
  • Excessive intake of vitamin E supplements may also increase the risk of bleeding in the brain . At the same time, there is a lot of vitamin-E in mustard seeds (4). In this way, vitamin E obtained through food cannot have any adverse effect, but still, as a precaution, consume it in balanced quantity.
  • The amount of erucic acid present in mustard oil, excessive consumption of which causes the problem of lipolysis, which can become the main cause of heart diseases. For this reason, it is not safe to consume mustard oil in excess .
  • In many experiments done on animals, it has been proved that excessive use of mustard can reduce instead of increasing immunity.

Now you are familiar with the benefits of mustard. If someone is suffering from any of the problems mentioned in the article, then mustard seeds and mustard oil can be used as medicine. At the same time, consuming excessive amounts of mustard seeds can also cause damage. Therefore, we have also given important tips related to its use in the article, which you can adopt as per your convenience. Now when you go to the market next time, definitely bring mustard oil along with you. Hope this article giving information about the use and benefits of mustard has been beneficial for you.