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ABOUT KIWI

• Fruits are good for your health and skin. 
• Kiwi is the richest source of vitamin C and vitamin C is one of the richest sources of antioxidants that fight with free radicals and stop these toxins to damaging skin. 
• Vitamin C, when applied on skin, has natural astringent properties that brighten skin tone. 
• Kiwi is also loaded with Vitamin E. 
• Kiwis contain powerful phytonutrients that protect DNA from damage. 
• When eaten or applying, the kiwi fruit protects cells from oxidative stress which can easily cause to develop dark patches and age spots.  
• Kiwis are collagen stimulating. 
• It has combined powers of Vitamin C, Vitamin E and phytonutrients that make kiwi able to fight the signs of skin aging by affecting collagen production. 
• kiwis has the ability to heal, treat and correct damages to skin, including cuts, bruises, wrinkles, dark spots, saggy skin, and other visible signs of skin aging. 
• Kiwis also have natural antibacterial and antimicrobial properties. This function is essential for any skin type, but most of all for acne-prone skin. 
• Kiwi promotes healthy blood and oxygen circulation. The nutrients in kiwifruit improves blood vessel health and keep these from busting and leaking fluids. 
• Kiwi contains potassium. It keeps your skin healthy and protected from dryness. When skin become dry, it easily get damaged, and cause skin to darken.

USES

promotes cell regeneration,
appearance of youthful skin,
controls oil.

INGRIDENTS

• Fruit plant extract
• Honey
• Lemon juice
• Jojoba oil
• Argan oil
• Wheat gram oil

INGRIDENTS DESCRIPTION

• Honey – Honey has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. These properties play an important role in removing excess oil from the skin and clearing clogged pores and preventing the cause of breakouts like pimples, acne, blackheads and whiteheads.
  Honey has natural moisturizing properties and therefore it is a great ingredient to be added in skincare products. Once applied to the skin, it helps in softening the skin’s upper layers and deeply penetrating the skin to offer hydration to underlying skin layers. Honey has skin brightening properties and also lends a healthy moisturized glow to the face after usage. Honey is good to treat dry skin but also works extremely well in treating oily, acne-prone and combination skin types.
  
• Lemon – Lemons play an important part in our beauty routines they have so many natural benefits. They are wonderful source of calcium, vitamin C, magnesium and potassium, all these helps to improve the appearance and condition of our skin, hair, and nails. The juice of a lemon is a natural alkalizing agent, and helps to maintain a steady pH balance in the body. Lemons provide a dose of the free radical fighting antioxidant vitamin C, which helps to keep skin even-toned and helps boost the body’s immune system. Lemon can be used as a skin astringent as it helps pores to close and provide strength to tighten the face skin resulting smoother skin.
  
• Jojoba oil – This oil contain moisturizing property. This means that it works to seal skin with a protective barrier to keep it from losing moisture. This may help to prevent bacterial infections and acne. Jojoba oil contains antimicrobial and antifungal properties. Jojoba oil contains natural forms of vitamin E. This vitamin works as an antioxidant agent and help skin to fight oxidative stress caused by everyday exposure to pollutants and other toxins.
  
• Argan oil – Boosts elasticity. 

1. Hydrates skin to prevent dry and flaky skin.
2. Prevents and reduces stretch marks – the skin regeneration and repair qualities of argan oil help to reduce inflammation and minimise stretch marks.
3. Prevents and minimize sun spots – argan oil contains a physical filter against UV light which therefore helps to prevent sun damage, and it’s skin repair qualities including Vitamin E help to fade sun spots resulting in happy, glowing skin.
4. Controls oily skin – argan oil regulated sebum production so your skin is hydrated and won’t begin to overproduce, this is especially useful if you already have oily skin.
5. Reduces breakouts – reducing sebum production helps to prevent clogged pores leading to breakouts
6. Helps other products absorb into your skin – argan oil is ultra-hydrating and aids exfoliation meaning there isn’t a barrier of skin cells for skin care products to act through and it can easily be absorbed into the skin
7. Prevents wrinkles – due to its highly nourishing and sun protective qualities, skin ageing caused by dry skin and sun damage are reduced

Description

CAC Puran Pachak churan is a herbo-mineral churan of 100 gms and is Purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Puran Pachak churan helps in Digestion, Supports the Digestive system, and maintains the doshas in our body. It also helps to remove out impurities or ama from the body. This churan reduce the acidity, detoxify the blood and also supports the body health. It shows antacid, digestive, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant, and antioxidant properties. This churan is made up of pure ayurvedic herbs such as Amla, Saunf, Pipperment, Kalanamak, Harar etc. that helps to maintain the digestive system and in the body. The regular use of this churan balances the digestive hormone and heals peptic ulcers naturally. It is a good Appetizer and help to Improves digestion, supports normal gastric function, and normal circulation of the blood. 

USES OF PURAN PACHAK CHURAN

• Puran Pachak neutralizing the acid in the stomach by inhibiting the pepsin (proleolytic enzyme)
• Puran Pachak raise the pH of the stomach contents towards neutrality
• Dyspepsia
• Detoxification
• Postprandial fullness
• Abdominal bloating
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal distension
• Indigestion
• Anti-inflammatory
• Analgesic
• Antioxidant
• Hyperacidity
• Flatulence
• Expectorant
• Boosts metabolism
• Boost Immunity
• Weight management
• Supports Digestive functions
• Belching

INGRIDENTS OF PURAN PACHAK CHURAN –

Each 100 gms contains:

• Harar (Terminalia chebula) ———————————–9 gm
• Bahera (Terminalia bellirica) ———————————9 gm
• Amla (Emblica officinalis) ————————————9 gm
• Chhoti harar (Terminalia chebula) —————————9 gm
• Sonth (Zingiber officinale) ————————————9 gm 
• Pippali (Piper longum) —————————————–9 gm
• Kali mirch (Piper nigrum) ————————————-9 gm
• Gulab phool (Rosa canina) ————————————7 gm
• Saunf (Foeniculum vulgare) ———————————–9 gm
• Sanay patti (Cassia angustifolia) ——————————9 gm
• Kala namak (Rock salt) —————————————–9 gm
• Peppermint (Mentha piperita) ———————————3 gm

INDRIDENTS DESCRIPTION

• Harar – Haritaki is a traditional remedy for improving gut health and treating a wide range of gastrointestinal disorders like esophagitis, heartburn, diarrhea, flatulence, peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease, indigestion, constipation, and stomach pain. The carminative nature of the fruit helps in breaking down the food particles in the stomach and intestine, enhances the secretion of the digestive juices and thereby increases the absorption of essential nutrients through the intestines. It helps to eliminate abdominal gas and in turn reduces abdominal distension, bloating and gaseous cramps.
• Bahera – Enhances digestion, powerful digestive qualities in Baheda actively facilitates breaking down of food particles in the stomach and intestine, trigger the secretion of digestive juices and thereby increase the absorption of essential nutrients through the intestines. Not only help to eliminate the abdominal gas while reducing abdominal distension, bloating and gaseous cramps also plays a pivotal role in treating a host of gastrointestinal anomalies.
• Amla – it help in Better Digestion. The fiber present in amla berries helps the body to regulate bowel movements and may help to relieve symptoms from conditions like irritable bowel syndrome. High levels of vitamin C in Amla berries helps body to absorb other nutrients.
• Sonth – Dry ginger powder helps to treat discomfort in the stomach caused by indigestion. The anti-inflammatory properties of sonth help in the neutralization of digestive juices in the stomach and eliminate extra gas from the intestine. Having 3 grams of dry ginger powder before every meal helps improve the digestive process. 
• Pippali – Pippali helps to manage indigestion. According to Ayurveda, indigestion means the state of an incomplete process of digestion. The main reason for indigestion is aggravated Kapha that causes Agnimandya (weak digestive fire). Taking Pippali powder helps to improve Agni (digestive fire) and digests the food easily due to its Deepan (appetizer) and Pachan (digestive) properties. Pippali helps to manage stomach ache due to gas or flatulence. Gas or flatulence is caused due to an imbalance of Vata and Pitta dosha. Low Pitta dosha and aggravated Vata dosha results in low digestive fire, thus impairing digestion. Impaired digestion leads to gas formation and causes stomach ache. Taking Pippali powder helps to correct digestive fire because of its Anuushna (mild hot) potency. This prevents gas formation and thus stomach ache.
• Kali mirch – Pepper is an ultimate herbal spice for stomach health. It improves the secretion of hydroelectric acid and promotes digestion, and cure from diarrhea, gastritis and constipation. Added pepper to daily diet can increase sweating and urination thereby preventing the accumulation of toxins and water (edema) in the body. The carminative property of pepper can expel gas from the body and keep the stomach healthy. Black pepper have highly beneficial action on the stomach walls and prevent the gastric mucosal damage. Due to its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, there is no other better medicine for curing peptic ulcers than black pepper.
• Saunf – Saunf seed extracts possess strong carminative properties that help to relieve belching and gas. The antispasmodic action works to ease abdominal cramps caused due to indigestion. While it also controls gastric secretions that help to reduce acidic and sour taste in the mouth. Saunf seeds are one of the vital medicines used extensively for treating stomach inflammation. Saunf powder controls the secretions of gastric acid and calms the intestinal lining. It also works to improve appetite in patients suffering from heartburn, acid reflux or GERD.
• Peppermint – Peppermint calms the stomach muscles and improves the flow of bile. This makes it suitable for people who have indigestion. Treat the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) like pain, bloating, diarrhea, gas.

CAC Pain o kill churna  is ayurvedic and purely herbal formulation. It help to relax your muscles and muscles cramps thus relieving pain. It balances all the three doshas of your body thus maintaining proper blood circulation. It provides soothing effect to the affected area of pain. It contains various herbs like  sonth, pippali,  marich and ashwagandha. All these herbs are natural pain relievers.

Ingredients of Pain O Kill churna

Each 100gms. Churna Contains

• Sonth (Zingiber officinale): 47gm     
• Pippali (Piper longum): 12gm
• Marich (Piper nigrum): 11gm
• Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera): 30gm

Uses of Pain O Kill Churna

This herbal Churna  give good results in:

• Knee pain
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Backache
• Cervical spondylitis
• Osteoarthritis
• Abdominal pain
• Headache
• 100% natural & safe product
• This herbal product is formulated under the guidance of MD Ayurveda expert
• Natural & Herbal formula for overall health

DESCRIPTION OF INGRIDIENTS

•  Sonth

Sonth contains anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe arthritis. Sonth or Shunthi is  also called vishvabhejhaj (universal medicine) due its many uses. It is a natural pain killer, used in Ayurveda to relieve all types of pain including all kind of joint pain, headaches and  menstrual pain as it balances vata dosha in body.

•  Pippali

 Pippali has Vata balancing property and gives relief in joint pain. Pippali showcases Katu (i.e. pungent) Rasa. It is blessed with Laghu (light) and Tikshna (i.e. piercing) gunas. It has Ushna Virya (hot potency) and Madhura Vipaka (sweet metabolic property). The bioactive ingredients in this aromatic herb aggravate the Pitta (fire and air) doshas and balance the Vata (air) doshas and Kapha (earth and water) doshas. 

•  Marich 

Marich is a  herb that has been with us for centuries owing to its extensive curative properties. Piper nigrum are rich resource of medicinal properties like it is  anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-oxidant, anti-microbial, antidiarrheal, anthelmintic, antispasmodic, analgesic, and anti-stress, anti-diabetic and is widely used in pain management.

•  Ashwagandha 

Ashwagandha may act as a pain reliever, preventing pain signals from traveling along the central nervous system. It may also have some anti-inflammatory properties. Ashwagandha is very effective in treating forms of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis.

How to use Pain o Kill Churna

Main benefit of this churna is that this churna can be taken orally as well as used for local application so give immediate

relief  in stiffness , inflammation , redness, pain.

For local Application: 

Apply this churna on the pain area after mixing with luke warm water. Stay it for 30 minutes then remove gently . If you feel any kind of irritation or burning sensation afterwards then you can apply coconut oil.

Orally:

You can take this churna in dose of  1 tsp twice daily with normal glass of water.

ABOUT PRODUCT

• Chandigarh Ayurved Centre products are 100% safe and natural. MADE IN INDIA.
• This product is formulated under the guidance of MD Ayurveda expert.
• Natural and herbal products for overall health.
• Free from preservatives and chemicals.
• 125 years of serving mankind through ayurveda.
• Serving society  4th  Generation in Ayurveda

• Parents are always caring to their children so as a caring parent, you might be looking for the immunity boosting method for your Kids.
• The delta variant has caused a lot of anxiety among parents and Kids are the heart of the fears around a possible third wave of Covid-19.  
• When you go out let suppose in a park, it is impossible to keep your child away from germs.
• Thankfully, babies produce their own antibodies and some are transferred to them through their mother to fight against various infections but their immune system got fully developed by the time they’re 7 or 8 years old.
• But it depend how they live and the lifestyle the parent set up for them. It can either weaken or strengthen the growing immune system of your Kid. 
• One should follow a healthy lifestyle that includes getting enough rest, eating a well balanced diet and getting regular exercise to avoid stress, it helps to strengthen the immune system of your little ones. 

So, here are some measures to improve your kid’s immunity and help reduce their chances of getting sick. 

1. Breastfeeding-

Mother’s milk contains “Colostrum” (i.e.loaded with immune, growth and tissue repair factors) and it is considered as the gold standard in building immunity of your baby. Babies who are breastfed for at least 6 months have a better developed immune system and seem to be less prone to infections and allergies in some studies.

2. Follow the immunization schedule-

The parents should follow the vaccination schedule advised by the pediatrician. Ensure that your kid gets the required vaccine shots on time. This is vital for all children, especially those with asthma and other chronic health issues.

3. Intake of a healthy diet for your Kids-

Provide your child with a rainbow i.e. serving vegetables and fruits of different colors.

For example- Carrots, green beans, oranges, berries, Avocados, bell peppers and broccoli those are rich in antioxidants or phytonutrients. A diet that is rich in phytonutrients helps to enhance immunity and intercellular communication, repair DNA damage from exposure to toxins, detoxify carcinogens and alter estrogen metabolism.

Some essential nutrients for children for a good healthy-

• Calcium- It helps build strong bones and teeth. For ex. Milk, Yoghurt, cheese, Eggs, Spinach, Broccoli etc.
• Fat- It helps to create energy, helping hand in the brain develop, good for healthy skin and hair and protects against infections.
• Folate- It is very essential as it helps cells to divide.
• Iron and magnesium- Red meat, Liver, Shellfish, whole grains, nuts , bean etc.
• Protein- Meat,Poultry,Fish, Eggs, Nuts, Beans and dairy products.
• Carbohydrates-Breads, Cereals, Rice, Crackers, Pasta and potatoes etc.
• Zinc and Fiber- Broccoli, whole grains, Lentils, nut etc. 
• All the Vitamins like Vitamin A,B,C,D,E and K rich diet- Some examples are Citrus fruits, Strawberries, Papaya, Mangoes Melons, Carrots, Tomato, Apricots, Fish oils etc.
• Food items with excess of sugar and junk food should be avoided or limited t o an occasional treat rather than a regular feature.
• Try to get your child to eat 5 servings of fruits and veggies a day. (A serving is about two tablespoons for toddlers, 1 cup for older kids.)

4. Maintain a healthy gut-

• Your baby’s stomach health is very important for a healthy immune system. As what you feed your babies it will ultimately act on the whole body. 
• Majority of all infections arise from stomach. Intake of food rich in probiotics strengthens the intestinal tract and aids the growth of good bacteria. For Ex- Intake of Yoghurt is a great way to include probiotics in your daily diet.
• For infants, you can mix little quantity yoghurt to pureed fruit on the other hand elder children can enjoy carrot or cucumber sticks with a yummy yoghurt dip.

5. Get enough sleep-

In Ayurveda, Nidra or sleep plays an important role for the healthy immune system and growth.

Your child should sleep for approx. how many hours?

You should set routine for bedtime could include a light massage or reading together for some time. A well-rested child is energized and better equipped to keep infections at bay.

6. Be active-

• Yoga and Pranayama or Exercise plays a huge role in overall fitness.
• Plan an hour of activity with your kid in the park or an indoor can work wonders for your child’s and your health and boost up the immune system.
•  Exercising together or playing a sport as a family is fun and amazing way to bond and stay fit.

7. Maintain Good Hygiene-

• Good hygiene is really important to keep germs and infections away. 
• Train your children with good habits like washing hands before and after eating, after playing and after using the toilet so that it become a habit.

8. Proper care while moving outdoors-

• Move outdoors with proper mask and sanitizer and keep an eye towards your child. With all the precautions and guidelines take your child for fresh air and vitamin D, required by each cell in the body and to build up immunity.
• Do ensure proper hands and feet washing after coming back to indoors. 

9. Avoid Passive smoke-

• The ill-effects of passive smoke are well known, as the toxins present in it can kill healthy cells. 
• Children can inhale more smoke if it is present in the environment as Kids breathe at a faster rate than adults. Thus, a smoke-free space has great benefits for your child and everyone.

10. Avoid the use of antibiotics unless necessary

• Antibiotics act fast but taking it as a first step for your child may not always be the best idea.
• Though Antibiotics wipe out harmful bacteria but it also wipe out the good bacteria, thus compromising the immunity of the body.

11.Swarna Prashana Sanskar- 

• It is an ancient ayurveda practice to increase immunity and promote healthy growth both physically and mentally.
• In this process the child is administered in Pushya nakshatra, it is a formula prepared with gold particles and it is considered to be a unique practice in Ayurveda.
• It can be given from Birth and up to the 16years of age. It is given with clarified butter and honey in a dose of two drops up to 6 months and four drops after 6 months. It can be given daily for a minimum of 30 days and maximum of 180 days.

• Hand numbness is a common problem which everyone faces at some point of life. 
• One of the commonest cause of getting a numb hand or arm is sitting or sleeping in the same position for a long time or sleeping on arms. 
• This gradually can put pressure on your nerves and cut off blood flow, which brings on short-term numbness.
• Major symptoms associated with numbness are – Sharp pain, tingling sensation, burning sensation and weakness, feeling of discomfort etc.

The possible causes of numbness in one or both of your hands may be due to the following-

• Diabetes
• Cervical spondylosis
• Peripheral neuropathy
• Spinal cord injury
• Stroke
• Guillain-barre syndrome
• Frost bite
• Carpel Tunnel syndrome
• Cubital tunnel syndrome
• Brachial plexus injury
• Multiple sclerosis
• Sjorgren’s syndrome
• Raynaud’s disease
• Lyme disease
• Syphilis
• Ganglion cyst
• Side effect of Treatment like Chemotherapy or HIV drugs
• Vitamin B-12 deficiency
• Vasculitis etc.

Ayurveda view on Numbness of Hands-

The sensation of touch is caused by disturbance of vata dosha (as Vata dosha is associated with touch) and skin is a place of pitta Dosha.

In case of numbness there is imbalance of Vata and Pitta Dosha.

Herbs for Numbness in Hands

Some herbs may be useful in dealing with the numbness of Hands-

• GUDUCHI-

Latin Name- Tinospora cordifolia

Family- Menispernaceae

Benefits-

• It improves blood circulation of the affected area and thereby relieves numbness in hands.
• It balances the tri doshas and it is well known to strengthen the immune system.
• It is helpful in relieving joint pain, tingling sensation in the hands.
• It is also useful in relieving fever and body pain and weakness associated with fever.

Method of intake- Cut the stem of Giloy into 2-3inch pieces and gently peel the outer covering.

With the help of mortar and pestle crush it and boil it in 4cups of water.

Boil it until one cup of giloy water is left. 

Drink it two times a day for better result.

• TURMERIC-

Latin name- Curcuma longa

Family- Zingiberaceae

Benefits-

• The active substance present in Turmeric is Curcumin, this compound is enriched with many properties like anti-inflammatory, Anti bacterial, Antioxidant etc.
• It helps in maintaining effective blood circulation in the body thus relieves numbness associated with hands and other parts of the body.

How to take- 

Take ½ teaspoon of turmeric and mix it to a warm glass of milk.

Drink this turmeric milk daily once or twice a day.

• ASHWAGANDHA-

Latin Name- Withania somnifera

Family- Solanaceae

BENEFITS-

• It is used from centuries for strengthening the body.

• It may act as a pain reliever, prevents pain signals from traveling along the central nervous system.
• It may also have some anti-inflammatory properties and helps to relieved numbness in hand.
• It is effective in treating different forms of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis.

Method of Intake-It can be taken in Power form, tablet and Arishta is also available in the medical stores.

Dosage- 

Powder- 1/2teaspoon twice a day with milk; 

Tablet- 1-2 tablet twice daily; 

Arishta- 15-20ml two times a day or as directed by the Ayurveda Physician.

• AMALAKI-

Latin Name- Emblica officinalis

Family- Phyllanthaceae

Benefits-

• Rich in anti oxidants helps to improve circulation of blood and thus relieves the numbness associated with body parts.
• Method of intake- It can be taken in the form of powder, tablet, juice etc as directed by the Ayurveda Physician.

• BALA-

Latin Name- Sida cordifolia

Family- Malvaceae

Benefits-

• It improves the nerve functions and strengthens the body.
• It also calms nerve irritation.
• It helps to reduce numbness in hand by increasing blood circulation to the affected part.

Method of intake- It can be taken in the form of medical formulations like churna, Arishta etc.

Dosage- As directed by your Ayurveda doctor.

• PUNARNAVA-

Latin Name- Boerhavia diffusa

Family- Nyctaginaceae (Bougainvillea family) 

Benefits-

• It is a natural rejuvenator, it support healthy heart, lung, liver and kidney function.
• It helps to reduce edema and also helps to remove the harmful toxins out from the body. 
• It helps to thin the blood and very beneficial if the cause is a clot or vasculitis. 
• Relieves the hand numbness in a natural way.

Herbal Formulation for Numbness in hands

• Ashwagandha tablet
• Ashwagandha arishtam
• Yograja Guggulu
• Sameerpannaga rasa
• Ekangaveer rasa
• Bala rishta
• Mahayogaraja guggulu

For External Application-

• Pinda tailam
• Mahanarayana Tailam
• Mahamasha tailam
• Sahcharadi tailam
• Narayana tailam

SOME IMPORTANT TIPS

• Etiological factors should be avoided.
• Drink plenty of fluids in order to prevent dehydration. This helps to flush out harmful toxins out of the body and helps in maintaining proper blood circulation.
• Intake of drum-stick, wheat, Aloe Vera juice, Date fruit, Cumin seeds and raisins may be beneficial.
• Consume food rich in Vitamin-B, Magnesium, and Antioxidant rich high fibrous diet.
• Gentle Massage to the affected area can give some relief.
• Try to make movement of hands and keep the area warm.
• Avoid sitting or sleeping in same position for a long period of time.