Author Archives: Dr. Vaidya Karanvir Singh

INTRODUCTION

The medical term for menstrual pain is dysmenorrhea. Dysmenorrhea is the pain which is caused by uterine contractions during each menstrual cycle. The pain usually starts one to two days before the onset of menstruation. It is often associated with feeling of nausea, vomiting and fatigue. The intensity of pain ranges from mild to severe and occurs in lower abdomen, thighs and back. With increasing age, the intensity of pain decreases and even disappears after giving birth to a child.

Dysmenorrhea is of two types – primary dysmenorrhea and secondary dysmenorrhea.  Primary dysmenorrhea is the pain due to recurrent uterine contractions and is recurrent whereas secondary dysmenorrhea is due to the disorders of the female reproductive system. Both the conditions are treatable.

However, the discomfort due to menstrual pain is annoying and when the pain is severe, it can interfere in the day to day activities of a female.

WHAT ARE THE REASONS OF MENSTRUAL PAIN?

During menstruation, the uterus contracts to expel the inner lining of uterus called endometrium out of the body. The contraction of uterus occurs because of the release of a chemical called prostaglandin.  Prostaglandins tightens up the uterine muscles and lead to their contraction. When the uterus contracts too strongly, the nearby blood vessels get pressed and the oxygen supply to the uterine muscle cuts off. Due to the loss of supply of oxygen, a female feels pain. Increased levels of prostaglandins lead to more severe menstrual cramps.

However, there are various other reasons responsible for menstrual cramps:

• Presence of fibroids in uterus
• Endometriosis
• Pelvic inflammatory disease
• Adenomyosis
• Narrow opening of cervical canal

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF MENSTRUAL PAIN?

Some factors increase the risk of person developing menstrual pain. Following are the factors:

• Onset of periods early, before or at the age of 11 years
• Heavy flow of blood during menstruation
• Irregular menstruation
• Age below 30 years
• Having a family history of dysmenorrhea
• Cigarette smoking
• Alcohol intake

SYMPTOMS OF MENSTRUAL PAIN

Menstrual pain is associated with the following signs and symptoms:

• Throbbing pain in lower abdomen
• Feeling of heaviness in abdomen
• Pain in hips, lower back and inner part of thighs
• Nausea and vomiting
• Watery stools
• Dull and continuous ache in abdomen
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fainting

AYURVEDIC VIEWPOINT OF MENSTRUAL PAIN

In Ayurveda, there are about 20 disorders which are related to female reproductive systems. Dysmenorrhea is one of them and is called Kashtaartava. Kashta means difficulty and aartva means menstruation. So kashtaartva means painful menstruation. It is mostly a symptom of gynecological disorders. Imbalanced vata dosha is responsible for painful menstruation. Apana vayu is a subtype of vata which gets vitiated causing severe pain in abdomen.

Ayurveda helps in balancing of the disturbed doshas by intake of some herbs and panchkarma therapies. Panchkarma is a detoxification process which removes accumulated toxins in the body and maintains harmony of the three doshas. The panchkarma procedures which are recommended in painful menstruation are:

• Abhyanga
• Uttarbasti
• Basti
• Virechana

Some of the herbs beneficial in management of menstrual pain are:

• Shatavari
• Ashoka
• Lahsun
• Ginger
• Aloevera
• Fenugreek

MANAGEMENT OF MENSTRUAL PAIN WITH THE MEDICINES OF CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE

Here are some of the medicines of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of dysmenorrhea:

1. Detox Premium powder:

Detox premium powder is a herbo-mineral preparation containing ingredients such as jahar mohra pishti, parwal pishti, shukta pishti, shankh bhasma, kehrva pishti, moti bhasam, giloy satv, kamdudha ras, etc. This herbal powder help in overall detoxification of the body, balances pitta dosha in the body, reduces inflammation, pain, sudden pain, and improves overall health of women etc.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

2. Sheet Dhara Syrup:

This herbal syrup is prepared from ingredients such as ajwain satav, mushak kapoor, peppermint, etc that naturally relieve the symptoms like bloating, blenching, nausea, vomiting, feeling of discomfort, etc. The regular use of this herbal syrup neutralizes the high acid content, reduces abdominal pain, & cramps that are associated with the amenorrhea or dysmenorrhea. It helps to boost up the immunity

Recommended dosage: Take half teaspoonful of this syrup in half a cup of water. Drink this mixture twice daily on an empty stomach.

3. Panchsakar Churna:

Panchsakar Churna is an herbal preparation containing five ingredients such as shunthi, haritaki, pippali, trivrit, & sauvarchala lavana. The use of this herbal churna deals with sudden abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, etc. It helps in overall detoxification of the body.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful with lukewarm water at bedtime

4. Women power plus tablet:

woman power plus tablet is a complete natural health supplement for women which is best for female health and vital energy. It helps to build up the immunity. This is a pure herbo mineral product of the best quality herbs. It works well in the reproductive system and other health-related disorders. This tablet contains ingredients like Rajah pravarthini vati, Femine care tablet, Shatavar extract, Ashoka chall extract   Ashwagandha extract, Giloy extract, Anantmool extract, Chandan Safed powder, Kukkutandwaka bhasam, Jeera extract, Safed musli extract, Shiviling extract, Dhatphool extract, Palash phool extract, Brahmi extract, Jatamansi extract, etc. These herbs have the potential to improve female health.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

5. Stress care tablet:

Stress care tablet is an amazing combination of natural herbs like Sarpgandha, Brahmi, jatamansi. It helps to relieve stress conditions. They help to pacify the nervous system and also helps to increase the mental and physical performance. Maintain stress level, Provide strength to the nervous system, Works in anxiety, loneliness, insomnia, sleep, Negative emotions, Enhance concentration in studies and other work, Memory loss.

Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily.

6. Femine care tablet:

Femine care tablet is a pure and natural remedy that contains various herbs extract that works on the female reproductive system and make it healthy. These tablets show antioxidant properties, anti inflamatory and immuno modulater properties. These tablet contains ingredients like Ghritkumari (Aloe Vera), Muramakki (Commiphora myrah), Sonth (Zingiber Officinale), Hara Kasis. These tablets are beneficial for PCOD, Bulky uterus, Endometriosis, irregular menses, uterine fibroids and improvs general health of females.

Recommended Dosage: Take one tablet twice daily.

7. Stree poshak syrup:

Stri Poshak Syrup is an Ayurvedic medicine that contains natural and pure herbs which mainly balance the Pitta and Kapha dosha. The syrup is beneficial in curing woman’s physical weakness, anemia, amenorrhea, etc. It includes ingredients like – Ashok chall (Saraca asoca), Lodhar chall (Symlocos racemosa), Khadir chall (Acacia catechu), Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia), Mulethi (Glycyrrhiza glabra), etc. This herbal syrup cures the wrinkles on the face, dark circles below eyes, feeling of exhaustion in the body, helps in reducing hot flashes, disturbed sleep, abdominal discomfort, mood elevation, excess sweating, tiredness.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 teaspoonful twice a day with normal water.

It is a chronic relapsing inflammatory disorder of skin which causes itchy rashes and discoloration. It may come and go or may only be in childhood or can affect individual for entire life.

It is most common in children, but can occur at any age. Atopic dermatitis can be irritating but it’s not contagious.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF ATOPIC DERMATITIS ?

Main cause of dermatitis is not known but some of the factors are :

• Gene variation affecting skin’s ability to provide protection.
• Due to disturbance in immune system
• Too much of Staphylococcus aureus bacteria on skin can caused Atopic dermatitis.
• Due to temperature or any other natural conditions

WHAT ARE THE TRIGGERS FOR ATOPIC DERMATITIS ?

Common triggers for atopic dermatitis that makes it worse includes :

• Skin infections
• Stress
• Rough wool fabric
• Mold
• Pollen
• Cold and dry air
• Smoke from tobacco
• Dry skin
• Cleaning products
• Fragrances
• Long or hot baths/ shower
• Animal dander
• Certain hormones
• Certain foods

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF ATOPIC DERMATITIS ?

Symptoms of Atopic Dermatitis varies from person to person . Some common symptoms include :

• Itchiness
• Red, brown, purple or gray rashes
• Dry skin
• Swelling and inflammation
• Cracked skin
• Oozing and crusting
• Darkening of skin around eyes
• Thickened skin

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS ?

It is sometimes linked to other health issues, like :

• Neuro-dermatitis
• Asthma
• Other Skin infections
• Allergic contact dermatitis
• Hay fever
• Food allergies
• Mental Health problems

PREVENTIVE MEASURES FOR ATOPIC DERMATITIS FLARE-UP ?

Some common tips to reduce flare-up of Atopic Dermatitis are :

• Taking daily bath with warm water rather than hot and also limiting the time to about 10 minutes
• Using thick and unscented moisturizer like creams , ointments , lotions etc to seal in the moisture.
• Using gentle free of dyes, fragrance and alcohol non-soap cleansers
• Pat drying skin after bath with soft towel to avoid scrubbing skin.
• Avoid known triggers .

AYURVEDIC APPROACH :

In ayurveda it can be correlated with Vicharchika  which comes under Kshudra-kushtroga  . Nidan sevan like intake of unwholesome food, excessive oleation,  intake of polluted water, performing excessive physical activities etc leads to vitiation of three doshas Vata, pitta and Kapha that in turn  contaminates Twak(skin), Rakta(blood), Mamsa(Flesh) and Ambu( Body fluids) which leads to formation of Vicharchika.

PANCHKARMA FOR ATOPIC DERMATITIS :

• Patra pottali pinda swedan
• Lepa karma
• Raktmokshan with leech
• Virechan karma
• Parishek

HERBS FOR ATOPIC DERMATITIS :

• Chandan
• Nimba
• Haridra
• Daruharidra
• Kutaja
• Manjishta
• Khadira
• Bakuchi
• Chakramarda

 CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTER MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF ATOPIC DERMATITIS :

CAC SPECIAL SKIN GLOW KIT

1. Detox Premium Powder:

This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains ingredients like Parwal Pishti, Giloy satv, Shukta Pishti, Kamdudha Ras, Gandhak Rasayan, etc.

Parwal Pishti: This Pishti reduces inflammation, flaking, itching of the skin. The Pishti is composed of natural coral calcium processed with rose water.

Shukta Pishti: It helps to balance the Pitta dosha in the body. All signs and symptoms related to Psoriasis patients are managed with this article.

Giloy Satv: This satv is prepared from the herb Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia). The anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties of this herb deal with psoriasis easily.

Kamdudha Ras: This herbal-mineral classical preparation balances Pitta dosha in the body.

Gandhak Rasayana: This herbal preparation is used since ancient times for all types of skin disorders.

Tal Sindoor: It contains ingredients like Shuddh parad, Aloe vera, Gandhak, etc that relieve redness in psoriasis patients.

Akik Pishti: This Pishti reduces all types of Pitta related disorder hence it gives good results in psoriasis.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with plain water.

2. Blood Purifier Syrup :

It is ayurvedic syrup that consists of various natural ingredients such as Khadir Chall (Acacia catechu), Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Giloy (Tinospora cordifolia), Harad (Terminalia bellirica), Baheda (Terminalia chebula), Amla (Emblica officinalis), etc. As the syrup purifies the blood by removing excess toxins it is very beneficial in maintaining proper circulation and improves the skin naturally.

Recommended Dosage – Take 2 teaspoonful twice daily.

3. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu:

The tablets are very beneficial in curing skin diseases as it contains the Pitta pacifying ingredients such as Shuddh guggulu (Commiphora mukul), Neem (Azadirachta indica), Amrita (Tinospora cordifolia), Gajapippali (Piper chaba), Shunthi (Zingiber officinalis), etc. The tablet is Tridoshahara, thus is very effective in maintaining the hormonal level in the body.

Recommended Dosage – Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.

4. Skin Care tablet:

Skin care tablet is herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It contains various herbs like Haridra khand, Panchnimba churna, Panchatikta guggulu, Patol patra, Ajmoda, Khadir chhal, Chirayta, Mulethi, Manjistha, Chopchini, Gandhak, etc. Skin care tablet is a blood purifying. It cools and detoxifies the blood, dissolves obstructions in the blood flow that further increase blood circulation of the skin. It minimises the blemishes, lighten sun tan, delay ageing of skin and heal skin problems. These tablet also act as a skin moistuirizer, Improves blood circulation, Remove blemishes, Reduce itching and burning sensation of skin, Prevent acne and pimples, Relieves leucoderma.

Recommended Dosage – Take 2 tablets twice daily with normal water.

5. Twak Churna:

Twak churna is a composition of two main ingredients – Yashtimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra) and Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) that are considered as the best herbs for skin. The churna has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiandrogenic abilities that treat acne and also prevent it from re-occurrence. The herb Manjistha acts against bacteria such as Propionibacterium acne and Staphylococcus epidermidis which play a role in the development of pimples.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 teaspoonful twice daily with normal water.

In Type-2 Diabetes body develop insulin resistance. The body cells are not able to properly take up glucose from food individual eats.

Pancreas produce insulin hormone that helps to regulates movement of blood glucose into cells to use it as energy. Over time pancreas starts to make less insulin and cells resist insulin which leads to build up of too sugar in blood. High level of blood sugar levels can lead to serious health problems if not managed properly.

Type 2 usually affects older peoples but in today’s time it become common in kids and teens due to childhood obesity.

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS OF TYPE-2 DIABETES ?

Mainly combination of factors leads to development of Type 2 Diabetes. Some of the factors are :

• Extra Weight : Obesity increases risk of development of Type-2 diabetes as it can leads to insulin resistance in individual.
• Genetics : Genetic mutation of certain gene can lead to development of Type2 diabetes.
• Fat distribution mainly around abdomen area indicates a greater risk.
• Inactivity : Physical activity can help in controlling weight, using up glucose as energy and makes cells more sensitive to insulin. Inactivity or less activity increase the risk.
• Age : Individual of age 35 or older is at greater risk of developing Type-2 diabetes.
• Family History : Having family history of Type-2 diabetes increase the risk of developing it in individual.
• Blood lipid levels : If level of HDL ( High density lipoprotein) the good cholesterol is low it can increase the risk.
• Pregnancy related risk: Individual having gestational diabetes while pregnant are at higher risk of developing Type-2 diabetes.
• Pre-diabetes : Individual have high blood sugar then normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. If left untreated it can progress to Type-2 Diabetes.
• POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME : This condition commonly characterized by irregular menstrual cycle, obesity and excessive hair growth can increases the risk of Type-2 diabetes.

 WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF TYPE-2 DIABETES ?

Symptoms of Type-2 Diabetes includes :

• Frequent urination
• Increased thirst
• Unintended weight loss
• Fatigue
• Increased hunger
• Blurred vision
• Frequent infections
• Areas of darkened skin, mostly in armpits and neck
• Slow healing sores
• Numbness or tingling in feet or hands.

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS ?

If not treated properly it can lead to development of other complications :

• Nerve damage in limbs
• Heart and Blood vessel disease
• Kidney disease
• Skin conditions
• Eye damage
• Slow healing
• Sleep apnea
• Dementia
• Liver problems
• Urinary tract infections

LIFE STYLE MANAGEMENT FOR TYPE-2 DIABETES :

To keep blood glucose level in check healthy life style changes includes :

• Healthy Diet : Consumption of food low in calories, cutting back on refined carbs , adding vegetables and fruits rich in fibers can help individual to keep Type-2 diabetes in check.
• Exercise : Doing physical activities daily for at-least 20-30 minutes can helps to control diabetes by bringing blood sugar level down. Exercise also helps to lower chances of developing heart disease and helps to ease out stress.
• Manage stress : Stress can lead to increase in individuals blood sugar level so person should manage their stress through yoga, deep breathing or hobbies that relax you.
• Avoid alcohol: Drinking too much alcohol can make blood sugar go too high or too low so avoid too much intake of alcohol to maintain normal blood sugar level.

AYURVEDIC APPROACH :

Type-2 Diabetes can be correlated with Madhumeha . Due to nidan sevan the doshas get vitiated  especially kapha and pitta in association with vata blocks the channels related to mamsa(muscle) and meda ( fat tissues).

Due to obstruction caused by vata , sweet ojas is transformed into astringent mixed sweet taste like honey. It discharge in urine thus it is called as Madhumeha.

HERBS:

• Vijayasar
• Khadira
• Saptaparna
• Haridra
• Nimba
• Bilva
• Shilajatu

PANCHKARMA :

• Abhyangam
• Swedanam
• Vasti
• Udvartan
• Virechan

CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTER MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF TYPE-2 DIABETES

1. Madhumeha Kusumakar Rasa:

Madhumeha Kusumakar Rasa contains Suvarnayukta Vasant Kusumakar Rasa 10 mg, Mamejjaka Ghana 30 mg, Haridra 50 mg, Amalaki 50 mg, Guduchi 50 mg, Shuddha Shilajatu 40 mg, Yashada Bhasma 5 mg Processed in Bilva Patra Swarasa, Asana Kwath q.s. as active ingredients. Key benefits of Madhumeha Kusumakar Rasa:
Effectively treat diabetes and its complications.Help in reducing blood and urine sugar effectively due to their Kapha and Meda Pachak action. Also, prevents eyes from bad effect of Diabetes.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

2. Ashwagandha Tablet:

These tablet are pure Ayurvedic preparation which contains pure extract of Ashwagandha. Ashwagandha is used for arthritis, anxiety, bipolar disorder, insomnia, tumors, tuberculosis, asthma, leukoderma, bronchitis, backache, fibromyalgia, menstrual problems, and chronic liver disease. Ashwagandha shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anti-cancer, anti-stress properties. It also regulates sugar metabolism and cholesterol.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

3. Diabo care tablet:

These tablets are pure Ayurvedic formulation. It contains herbal ingredients such as Karela, Jamun, Ashwagandgha, Gurmur, Shuddha Shilajeet, Neem, Dalchini. It Maintains overall health and wellbeing, best for the liver detoxification and controls high blood pressure. It maintains the blood sugar level. Jamun is well known to be effective in the treatment of Diabetes, thus it reduces the level of glycosuria. It contains Polypeptide-p which has shown to control diabetes naturally.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

4. Diabo Care Kadha:

Diabo kadha is based on ancient Ayurvedic Science which includes ingredient like Dalchini (Cinnamomum zeylanicum), Methi dana (Trigonella foenum- graecum), Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera), Haldi (Curcuma longa), etc. Diabo kadha increases the uptake of glucose by the cells, regenerate lipid mechanism, preventing micro-vascular damage and diabetic retinopathy. It also helps in the burning of palms and soles, wounds that take time to heal, skin infections, unexplained extreme fatigue, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 20 ml twice a day with normal water.

5. Shilajit Satva:

CAC Shilajit is available in the form of Shilajit Satva. It is a potent Immunity Booster and acts as an antioxidant, possesses anti-inflammatory properties. It has a tremendous effect on Male Harmones, Anaemia, Alziehmers disease, improves brain functions, Fatigueness, various Tumours and Cysts like PCOD in females. Due to its anti-inflammatory properties it works on inflamed lymph nodes as well. It balances blood sugar, increases absorption of nutrients, helps in detoxification, helps in reducing mood swings.

Recommended Dosage: As directed by physician.

What is Sound Sleep?

Sleep plays a vital role in regulating the well-being and good health. It is essential for healthy brain function and maintaining physical health. In growing babies sleep is necessary for growth and development. A good sleep of 6-8 hours is required to recharge body and mind to face the everyday challenges. Getting inadequate sleep for prolonged period of time can lead to chronic health issues like low immune system, affects heart and circulatory system, decreased metabolism, anxiety and depression and what not!

Factors affecting sound sleep:

• Physical pain or distress make it hard to sleep
• Mental stress hampers sleep since it triggers stress hormone called cortisol
• Mental health issues like anxiety and depression
• Distractions like snoring
• Sleep disorders
• Light influences circadian rhythm, sleeping in dark promotes a sleep hormone called as melatonin
• Jet lag disrupts regular sleep schedules
• Some medications like B-blockers, steroids etc
• Sleep environment plays a vital role
• Caffeine delays the sleep onset
• Acidic food during night time

Some Ayurvedic Herbs for Sound sleep:

• Brahmi (Bacopa monirrie): Brahmi is an ancient Ayurvedic herb that aids as good sound sleep. It calms the mind and relaxes the body to bring stress free sleep. This herb is best remedy for increase memory, alertness and concentration.

• Mandookaparni (Centella asiatica): Also known as Gotu kola. Ancient ayurveda known this herba as to increase intellect, regulate sleep and memory etc. It also soothes and calms mind.

• Shankhpushpi: Shankhpushpi helps in sound sleep and recharging mind. It is rich in flavonoids, glycosides, alkaloids that relaxes central nervous system. It aid in various mind disorders like anxiety, depression, insomnia etc.
• Tagara (Valerina wallichii): It is best herb for sleep deprivation and other mind ailments. It pacify the vata and Kapha dosha. It is helpful in insomnia as well.

• Jatamansi (Nardostachy jatamansi): jatamansi has antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and blood purifying properties. it helps in reducing mental stress and anxiety due to the presence of essential oils in it. It is helpful in calming mind and brings sleep.
• Ashwagandha: Ashwagandha is rasayna (rejuvenator) in Ayurveda. It is an adaptogen, mental rejuvenator, enhances vitality, stress reliever etc.

Some panchkarma therapies procedures helpful in bringing Sound sleep:

Pankarma therapies:

• Samvahana (body massage): Massaging full body with medicated oils (vatahar) calms and nourishes the body and brings peaceful sleep. Some essential oils like jasmine, almond, sesame, sandalwood, lavender oil can be used
• Panchkarma: panchkarma procedures like Shirodhara (pouring warm oil, herbal decoctions over the fore head), Nasya therapy (pouring oil drops in nasal cavity ) are really helpful in restoring normal sleep and managing Insomnia as it nourishes the brain cells.

Conditions affecting skin which may cause inflammation, itchiness, rashes or other skin changes. Skin is mirror of individuals internal health. It is the largest organ that covers and protect body and have many functions like :

• Prevents dehydration and hold fluids in
• Keeps our viruses, bacteria and other causes of infections
• Skins exposure to sun helps to synthesize vitamin-D
• Helps feel sensations like pain or temperature

What are types of skin diseases:

1. Acne: Happens due to blockage of skin follicles leads to buildup of oil, dirt, bacteria and dead skin in pores.
2. Eczema: Characterized by white or yellow scaly patches that flakes off. Appears red on light skin but brown, gray or purple on darker skin
3. Psoriasis: Scaly, silvery, sharp defined patches of skin commonly located on elbow, scalp, knees and lower back.
4. Cellulites : Painful swelling of skin with or without oozing caused by entry of virus or bacteria in the skin through crack or cut in the skin. Feel hot and tender to touch.
5. Keratosis pilaris: Caused by excessive keratin in skin which often leads to bumpy , slight red appearance and feel rough in touch. mostly seen on legs and arms but may occur on face , trunk and buttocks.
6. Ringworm: Caused by Fungus named Tinea corporis. It form circular rash with raised borders and middle appears clear and healthy. It feel itchy and spreads outwards.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF SKIN DISEASES?

Some common causes are:

• Genetics
• Bacteria trapped in hair follicles or pores
• Conditions affecting immune system, thyroid or kidneys
• Contact with triggers like Allergens etc.
• Viruses
• Diabetes
• Sun
• Certain medications
• Fungus or parasites living on skin

WHAT ARE THE COMMON SYMPTOMS OF SKIN DISEASES?

Symptoms varies depending on different skin conditions .Some of the common symptoms are :

• Dry skin
• Peeling skin
• Skin discoloration
• Open sores, ulcers or lesions
• Red, white or pus filled bumps
• Rough or scaly skin
• Rashes with pain or itchiness

AYURVEDIC APPROACH:

In ayurveda all skin conditions can be classified under Kushta. Due to nidan sevan like suppression of natural urges, intake of unwholesome food leads to vitiation of three Dosha Vata, Pitta and Kapha  which in turn contaminate Twak(skin), Rakta(blood), Mamsa(Flesh) and Ambu( Body fluids) Leading to formation of skin diseases of various presentation and forms.

PANCHKARMA FOR SKIN DISEASES:

• Vaman karma
• Virechana karma
• Lepa
• Rakta mokshana
• Parisheka
• Avagahan
• Nasya

HERBS FOR SKIN DISEASES :

• Turmeric
• Neema
• Patola
• Daruharidra
• Vidanga
• Manjishta

CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTER MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF SKIN DISEASES

1. Detox Premium Powder

CAC Detox Standard Powder contains a combination of natural and pure herbo-mineral ingredients which is the best remedy for the treatment of diarrhea problems. The mixture contains ingredients like– Parwal pishti, Giloy satav, shankh bhasam, Sutshekhar ras, Sudhyog tab, shwet parpati, Akik pishti, Jahar mohra, & Moti pishti. It relieves the body from the condition like general weakness, loose stools, fatigue, abdominal pain, cramps, etc.

Recommended Dosage –Take 1 Sachet twice a day with normal water.

2. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu: 

Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu is an ayurvedic preparation mainly used for skin diseases. This tablet contains pure herbal ingredients such as Nimba(Azadirachta indica), Patola(Cucumis acutangulus), Guduchi(Tinospora cordifolia), Vasa(Adhatoda vasica), etc. This tablet promotes detoxification and rejuvenation. Panchatikta Ghrita Guggulu tablet is a natural source of anti –oxidant. It promotes engender vibrant and healthy skin.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablets twice a day with normal water.

3. Skin Glow Kadha :

This herbal decoction gently and deeply cleanses the skin. It makes your skin fair and bright. The decoction is composed of dalchini, giloy, tulsi, chirata, haldi, mahaguni, bahera, etc. Skin Glow Decoction reduces spots, marks, and blemishes. It contains saffron which reduces the Melanin pigment in the skin. This decoction is suitable for all skin types.

Recommended Dosage – Take 10 mL twice a daily with normal water.

4. Twak Churana :

This herbal powder is prepared from two herbs Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia) & Chopchini(Smilax malabarica) that in combination reduces uneven pigmentation. Manjishtha mainly helps in deep detoxification and blood purification. It can also be used for hand lotion to treat dry, cracked hands, or feet. This herbal powder is good for dry skin, rashes, acne. It has been used in psoriasis. Skin Glow powder removes toxins and impurities of blood. This powder helps to rejuvenate and promote the longevity. It helps to open the blocked sweat pores. This powder is used in infectious conditions like, eczema, pimples, and chronic skin disorders.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 teaspoonful twice a day with normal water.

5. Panchasakar Churna :

Panchsakar Churna is an ayurvedic formulation that consists of five ingredients named as – Saindhav Lavana (Rock Salt), Swarnapatri (Cassia angustifolia), Shatapushpa (Anethum sowa), Shunti – (Zingiber officinale), Balaharitaki (Unripe fruits of Terminalia chebula). Panchsakar Churna is naturally detoxifying, thus it removes the toxins from the body. It relieves inflammation and
useful in all types of skin problems.The powder has an anti – inflammatory properties due to which it can reduces the swelling.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 teaspoonful with lukewarm water at bedtime.

6. Orange Face Cream :

Orange Face Cream makes your skin look beautiful, softer, and healthier for long duration. Oranges are rich in calcium, fibre and vitamin C which aid in skin exfoliation and help to dry out acne, improving the overall look of your skin. Orange face cream helps in drawing out all the impurities leaving a beautiful healthy glow. Natural oils present in Oranges help to moisturise skin.

Recommended Dosage – Gently apply on your face twice daily.

7. Aloe Vera Gel :

Aloe Vera herb is well known for its medicinal properties and has multiple benefits in case of skin problems. The gel is made up of pure extract of aloe vera that has a mixture of rose petals in it. The gel has anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, anti-fungal, anti-bacterial properties and also provides a
coolant effect to the skin. This gel provides good result in Acne or Pimples, Dry Skin, Hyper- Pigmentation, Provides natural glow to the skin.

Method of Application – Gently apply over the affected area of the skin.

8. Skin Care Plus Tablet :

Skin care is a blood purifying It cools and detoxifies the blood, removes stagnant blood and dissolves obstructions in the blood flow that further increase blood circulation of the skin. It minimises the blemishes, lighten sun tan, delay ageing of skinand heal skin problems.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablets twice a day with normal water.

Introduction: liver is the largest gland in the body. Liver produces proteins, enzymes and hormones for the process of digestion. It helps in conversion of vitamins, nutrients, medicines into the substances for the usage of body. Liver produces bile that aids digestion, acts as store house of glycogen, useful in cleaning the blood, detoxifies the whole body and what not. It is the primary organ of metabolism that metabolize nutrients as well as drugs into easier form for the use of body or which are not toxic. And throw out the substances that are toxic to body.

Alcohol and liver: 90% of the alcohol consumed is processed by liver. It takes about 1 hour to process alcohol. It takes longer period of time to higher alcohol content. At a particular time liver can only process certain amount of alcohol. The times when someone drunk too much alcohol, it is left unprocessed by the liver and circulates through bloodstream. The alcohol in the blood starts affecting brain and heart. And the people become intoxicated.

When there is chronic alcohol abuse there is first destruction of liver cells which results in scarring of liver cells known as liver cirrhosis, alcoholic hepatitis and cellular mutation that final leads to liver cancer. These conditions usually progress first from fatty liver to hepatitis to cirrhosis to mutation of cells. And this is how it is known as Alcohol-Related Liver Disease (ARLD).

Symptoms of Alcohol-Related Liver Disease (ARLD):

Liver does not usually produces symptoms until the severe damage is happened. And symptoms may include:

• Loss of appetite
• Feeling sick
• Weight loss
• Yellow pigmentation of white part of eye and skin
• Confusion
• Drowsiness
• Swelling in abdomen and ankle
• Blood vomiting
• Blood in the stool

Stages of alcohol-related liver disease (ARLD):

1. Alcoholic fatty liver disease: Drinking too much alcohol leads to deposition of fat in the liver tissues. It is the first stage of ARLD. It rarely causes any symptom but it is an important warning sign of liver damage. It is easily reversible.

2. Alcoholic Hepatitis: It is a serious condition of alcohol abuse for longer period of time. It is a result of binge drinking that means if a person drink large amount of alcohol in short period of time. It is serious and life threatening condition.

3. Liver cirrhosis: This stage occurs when the liver has damaged significantly with scar formation. This condition is difficult to reverse. Drinking at this stage might lands person on to death bed.

Preventive Measures:

• Complete abstinence from alcohol
• Have healthy and balanced diet
• Non-fatty diet
• Quit smoking
• Avoid hepatotoxic agents
• High protein diet
• Regular exercise or running

Best Ayurveda Herbs to cure Alcohol-Related Liver Disease (ARLD):

• Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa): It has anti-inflammatory and hepato-protective properties. It basically protects the liver cell damage by free radical and is potent antioxidant. It improves metabolism and generates appetite.
• Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia): Giloy has antioxidant, hepatoprotective, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, adaptogenic and anti-cancerous properties. It improves metabolism and boost up immune system. It increases human life expectancy. It is helpful in removing toxins from the liver as well as whole body and leads to regeneration of healthy body cells.
• Turmeric: It has very good anti-inflammatory and antineoplastic properties. It detoxifies liver and prevents build-up of fat in the liver. It aids in growth of healthy liver cells while restoring liver functions.

4. Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa): Punarnava cleanse and revitalizes the liver. It has purification and diuretic properties that helps in removal of toxins from liver cells. It is also a very good appetizer.

Managing liver disease with Chandigarh Ayurved Centre:

1. Kutki Capsule

These herbal capsules are prepared from the standardized extract of Picrorhiza kurroa. The herb used in this capsule show anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These properties help in treating liver cirrhosis naturally.

 Recommended Dosage: Take two capsules twice a day with normal water.

2. Detox Premium Powder

This is a herbo-mineral preparation that contains following ingredients: Moti pishti, Parwal pishti, Shukta pishti, Giloy satav, Kamdudha ras, Jahar Mohra pishti, Akik pishti, Gandhak rasayan, Shankh bhasam, Sutshekhar ras, Sudhyog tab, Shwet parpati, Yavakshaar. Premium detox powder keeps your liver cell healthy. It clears away the toxins from the body and stimulates the function of the liver and increases the flow of bile

Recommended Dosage: Take one sachet twice a day with normal water.

3. Liver Care Syrup

It is a herbo-mineral Syrup which is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Liver Care syrup helps in balancing Pitta dosha. This Syrup enhances regeneration of liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. It helps in the treatment of fatty liver, Liver cirrhosis, Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, and obstructive Jaundice. CAC Liver Care syrup contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. These herbs show Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, Hepato-protective, properties. This syrup improves digestion, enhances appetite.

It shows results in Fatty Liver, Liver Cirrhosis, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Liver Cancer, Hepatomegaly, Inherited diseases- Hemochromatosis and Wilson’s disease, and Jaundice.

DOSAGE– Take 2 tablespoon twice daily

4. Liver Care Tablet

It is a herbo-mineral tablet of size 650 MG and is a purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Liver Care tablets help in balancing Pitta dosha. These tablets stimulate the growth of new liver cells, promote functions of liver, and improve blood flow from the liver. It helps in the treatment of fatty liver, Liver cirrhosis, Hepatitis, hepatomegaly, and obstructive Jaundice. CAC Liver Care Tablets contains Ingredients like Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata), Kutaki(Picrorhiza kurroa), Bhumi amla( phyllanthus niruri), Giloy(Tinopora Cordifolia), Yavakshar( Hordeum vulgare), Imli Kshar( Tamarindus indica), Mukta Shukta pisti etc. it shows results in Hepatomegaly, Inherited diseases- Hemochromatosis and Wilson’s disease, Jaundice and Obstructive jaundice

DOSAGE: Take one tablet twice a day with normal water.

5. Panchsakar Churna

It is a herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It mainly works on your Vata and pitta dosha of your body. It can cure Chronic Constipation and help relieve symptoms of Acidity, indigestion, Belching and colic pain. It acts as a mild Laxative and reduces Bloating. It works very efficiently on a disease named IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome) which is very common nowadays that affects your day to day activities. CAC Panchsakar churna is 100% natural and pure. It is prepared from various herbs like Haritaki, Shunthi, Swaran Patri, Shatapushpa, and Saindhav Lavan that show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and laxative properties.PANCHSAKAR CHURNA contains Haritaki (Terminalia Chebula), Shunthi (Zingiber Officinale), Saindhava Lavana (Rock Salt), Svarna Patri (Cassia Angustifolia), Shatapushpa (Foeniculum Vulgare)

DOSAGE: Take one tablespoon at night with normal water.

Ritucharya is highly significant in Ayurveda that means following seasonal regimes (Do’s and Don’ts) particularly in diet and lifestyle. The principle behind ritucharchya is living one’s life according to the flow of the seasons. Following this regime is helpful in making immune system stronger and gives power to fight against season-specific disorders. It helps the body to acclimatize with seasonal enforcement without affecting homeostasis of the body.

The ritus in winter season are hemant “(mid -November to mid-January and shishir  (Mid-january to mid-march).  During this season the strength of the body is relatively high and digestive power is also high which is responsible for good appetite. Hence skipping meals is strictly not allowed.

Some important tips:

• One can take dairy products like milk, cheese, butter, ghee etc
• Sweets made of jaggery
• Including til or sesame in diet
• Drinking warm water throughout the day
• Doing yoga regularly to overcome accumulated kapha
• Avoid morning walks in early morning
• Massaging body with oil regularly and taking steam baths afterwards
• Avoid sleeping during day time
• Scalp is prone to dandruff in this Ritu due to dryness therefore massage with herbal hair oil.
• Resides in warm and cozy place
• Taking golden milk (turmeric milk) during bed time
• Breathing exercises should be done
• Sunbathing is essential
• Eating seasonal fruits like oranges, dates etc
• Eating meals at proper timing since digestive fire is at peak during this season

Important herbs during winter season:

• Turmeric: turmeric is well known herb worldwide. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic and analgesic properties. It helps in boosting immunity to fight against diseases. It is powerful herb for ailments such as common cold, joint pain, itching, dry skin, allergic rhinitis, sinusitis etc.
• Tulsi (Holy basil): Tulsi is known to be sacred planet on earth according to our vedic puranas. It is helpful in building respiratory resistance. Tulsi have anti-infective, anti-histaminic, anti-viral properties. A cup of Tulsi green tea is helpful in boosting immunity.
• Ginger: Every household is aware of the fact that ginger is the best herb to cure cough, cold and other respiratory problems. It is having anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It also boost immune system to fight against diseases.
• Mulethi: It is also known as liquorice. It is revitalizing herb and increases immunity. It also acts as brain tonic that boost the functioning of nervous system and helpful in preventing aging.

 Boosting immunity with Chandigarh Ayurved centre

1. Herbal Chyawanprash CAC

CAC herbal Chyawanprash is a pure herbal ayurvedic formulation that aids in boosting immunity, thereby protect our body from day to day infections like cold & flu caused due to bacteria, dust, virus, and weather changes. it is a natural supplement for the overall growth of the body. it can be taken by every age group of people like kids, adults and elderly people. It is a rich source of vitamin C and has antioxidant properties that provide numerous health benefits.

2. CAC Golden Milk

CAC golden milk powder is pure herbal and delicious formulation. Consume this herbal golden milk for your Daily Dose of Immunity, this is to ward off seasonal niggles such as cough, cold and flu. The significance of working on your immunity is now on an all-time high. If you often fall sick, it means your body’s immunity is low. You can boost up immunity with the help of this golden milk which is a blend of various Ayurvedic herbs such as Haridra, Dalchini, Tulsi, Elaichi and Kalimirch. These herbs help to balance Vata, pitta and Kapha doshas (bio-energies), stimulates digestion, strengthen your immunity, and also detoxify the body.  Golden milk powder works wonder in flu and different allergic problems. It consists of effective levels of antioxidants, Vitamin C and E which circulate in the body to protect it against the damage caused by free radicals. This herbal powder has natural immune-modulator characteristics to fend off and ease coughing, headache, sneezing, cold, itching, shortness of breath and infections. It provides relief from running nose, itching throat, body ache, and weakness.

3. Ashwagandha Tablet

CAC Ashwagandha tablet is an herbal and purely ayurvedic formulation. Ashwagandha has been called the kings of Ayurvedic herbs. Its root has a horsey smell. It boosts your immune system and relieves stress. It is made from the goodness of Ashwagandha also known as Indian ginseng. It helps you recover from anxiety and depression, boost your brain. It may also modestly enhance strength performance, improve glucose metabolism, increase testosterone levels It is a good antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-diabetic, anti-cancer and anti-stress properties.

4. Amrit Tulsi Ras 

CAC Amrit tulsi ras is Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum) or tulsi is a powerful herb that has been used in Ayurveda and other traditional medical treatments in India for thousands of years. The small holy basil shrub with tiny flowers is considered a sacred plant in India. It was believed that the holy basil leaves had potent powers to flush out toxins from the body. People have tulsi water (water which has tulsi leaves soaked overnight) or chew on a tulsi leaf to improve overall health. Several health products are available with tulsi extracts to help treat cold, cough, and the flu.

5. Curcumin Capsule

CAC CURCUMIN CAPSULE is a herbo-mineral capsule of size 500 MG which is 100% safe and is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Curcumin Capsules helps in pacifying all three doshas. Curcumin Capsule is beneficial for variety of skin conditions like Acne, Eczema, Psoriasis, and Dermatitis. This Capsule contains standardized extract of the herb Curcumin (Curcuma longa). Curcumin is the active ingredient in Turmeric having powerful Anti-inflammatory, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-microbial and Antioxidant properties. These Capsules lowers the risk of Heart Attack, prevents Cancer by reducing the growth of cancerous cells, helps in treating Alzheimer’s disease, Rheumatoid arthritis and also has Anti-depressant property. These Capsules are very popular Anti-aging supplement.

It is a medical emergency caused by body’s response to infection. It can be a life-threatening condition. It is an out-come of wide spread inflammation in body. Blood clotting and inflammation during sepsis  leads to reduced blood flow to limbs and vital organs that can cause organ failure and even death.

Bacterial infections are most common cause of sepsis in body. It is also called as Blood poisoning or septicemia.

WHAT CAUSES SEPSIS ?

Most common causes of sepsis is bacterial infections but can also be caused by Parasitic, fungal or viral infections including Covide-19 virus. Common sites along with types of infections that leads to sepsis are :

• Central Nervous system: Brain or spinal cord infection
• Abdomen : Infection of appendix( Appendicitis), infection of abdominal cavity(Peritonitis), bowel problem and liver or gallbladder infections.
• Skin: Entry of bacteria in skin through wounds or skin inflammation, or through opening made by Intravenous, catheters. Cellulites can also cause sepsis.
• Lungs : Lung infections like pneumonia.
• Urinary tract : Urinary tract infections especially in patients having urinary catheter to drain urine.

INDIVIDUAL AT RISK FOR SEPSIS ARE ?

Sepsis can affect any individual but some peoples are at risk. Those at risk includes :

• Infancy
• Previous use of corticosteroids or antibiotics
• Older age
• Compromised immune system
• Chronic liver or kidney disease
• Invasive devices like breathing tube or catheters
• Individual with severe injuries like large wounds or burns

STAGES OF SEPSIS :

Sepsis have main three stages :

• Sepsis : In it infection gets into bloodstream thus causes inflammation in body.
• Severe sepsis : Inflammation and infection become severe enough that it start affecting function of organs.
• Septic shock : It is a severe complication of sepsis that can lead to significant drop in blood pressure which may cause serious complications like :
  • Stroke
  • Organ dysfunction
  • Heart or Respiratory failure
  • Possible death.

 WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF SEPSIS ?

Common symptoms of sepsis are :

• Shaking or chills
• Fast heart rate
• Disorientation or confusion
• Fever or hypothermia
• Warm or sweaty/clammy skin
• Hyperventilation or shortness of breath.
• Extreme discomfort or pain

Symptoms of severe sepsis :

• Chill due to dropped body temperature
• Difficulty breathing
• Bluish discoloration of skin mostly fingers, lips, toes
• Dizziness
• Extreme fatigue
• Decreased urination
• Thrombocytopenia
• Changes in mental ability
• Unconsciousness
• Abnormal heart functions

Symptoms of septic shock :

Some symptoms like difficulty breathing, bluish skin and acute confusion are same as Severe sepsis. Key symptom of septic shock is “Very low blood pressure“.

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS ?

When not treated complication can develop in severe sepsis cases like :

• Gangrene
• Blood clots
• Organ damage
• Increased risk of infection
• Organ failure mostly heart, kidney and lungs.

AYURVEDIC APPROACH :

Herbs useful in sepsis are :

• Turmeric : Curcumin compound found in turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that helps to boost immunity of body . It also have antiseptic properties thus helps to cure infection in body.
• Garlic : It has anti bacterial and antibiotic properties that helps to counter the bacterial infection in person.
• Honey: It is high in antioxidants and also helps to fight bacterial and fungal infections in the body. It is a potent immunity booster and is easy to digest.
• Neem : It has strong anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that are extremely helpful in prevention of infections. It also has detoxifying properties thus helps to purify blood and improve blood circulation.
• Manjishtha : It is a potent blood purifier that helps to enhance the function of lymphatic system thus helps to boost immune system .
• Giloy : It has natural anti-pyretic effect thus helps to treat fever. Also exhibits potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties thus helpful in treatment of
• Tulsi: It has anti-bacterial and antibiotic properties that provide protection against viral or bacterial infection. Also has anti-pyretic properties thus treats fever quickly.

CHANDIGARH AYURVEDIC CENTER MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF SEPSIS

1. Giloy Capsules:

As the name suggested “Giloy” is the main ingredient of this medicine. It is a potent immuno-modulator herb. It is beneficial for improving the immunity and prevents from common infections. These tablets provide palliative treatment in fever. The vati reduces Kapha dosha, pacifies Vata and detoxifies the Pitta dosha. It is beneficial in general weakness, recurrent infections, periodic fever syndrome, etc.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 capsules twice a day with normal water.

2. Amrit Tulsi Ras:

This herbal preparation is in drops form prepared from five types of Tulsi. Shama Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Rama Tulsi (Ocimum gratissimum), Kapoor Tulsi (Ocimum canum), Shwet Tulsi (Ocimum basilicum), Nimba Tulsi (Ocimum citriodorum) that provides good result in all allergic reactions.

Recommended Dosage: Take two to three drops twice daily.

3. Detox Premium powder:

Detox premium powder is a herbo-mineral preparation containing ingredients such as jahar mohra pishti, parwal pishti, shukta pishti, shankh bhasma, kehrva pishti, moti bhasam, giloy satv, kamdudha ras, etc. This herbal powder help in overall detoxification of the body, balances pitta dosha in the body, reduces inflammation, pain, sudden pain, etc.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 sachet twice daily with normal water.

4. Garlic Capsules:

This is purely Ayurvedic preparation. Garlic capsules shows anti-fungal, antioxidant, anti-microbial, immune-modulator properties. These capsules contains pure extract of garlic. This is effective in atherosclerosis, diabetes, high level of cholesterol, hypertension.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 capsules twice daily.

5. Panchsakar Churna:

Panchsakar Churna is an herbal preparation containing five ingredients such as shunthi, haritaki, pippali, trivrit, & sauvarchala lavana. The use of this herbal churna deals with sudden abdominal pain, bloating, constipation, etc. It helps in overall detoxification of the body.

Recommended dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful with lukewarm water at bedtime

It is an Ancient ayurvedic practice. Word ritucharya is comprised of two words “Ritu” which means season and ” Charya ” meaning discipline or regimen. It consists life-style and ayurvedic diet routine to counter the mental and bodily impacts caused by changes in seasons as per Ayurveda.  It helps to be in sync with ever-changing nature and maintaining health at the same time.

Ritucharya also helps to balance three doshas  and keep individual mentally and physically health throughout the year.

SEASONS ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA :

In ayurveda whole year is divided into two periods each containing 3 seasons . The two periods are :

• Uttarayana or Adana Kala: Sun is in northward position to earth and with its hot rays absorbs all the moisture from environment. Due to flow of excessive dry wind there is further dryness in three seasons Shishira, vasanta and grishma that comes under adana kala. The dryness in these seasons  leads to predominance of Tikta(Pungent) , kashaya( astringent) and Katu (bitter)rasa respectively. There is gradual increase of weakness in human beings during this period.
• Dakshinayana or Visarga Kala : Sun is in southward position to earth. Varsha, sharada and hemanta ritu come under it. The Madhur(sweet), amla (sour)and lavan(salty) rasa are predominant in these seasons respectively. Due to soothing effect of moon in these seasons there is gradual increase in body strength.

SEASONAL VARIATIONS IN STRENGTH:

• In beginning of Visarga kala and end of adana kala the body strength is very low
• In middle of both the kala’s the body strength is medium
• In end of Visarga kala and starting of adana kala body strength is at its highest.

RITUS IN WINTER SEASONS

Both Hemanta and shishira ritu comes under winter season . these are extremely cold ritus of the year .

Hemanta Ritucharya :

It starts from mid-november to mid-january. Due to contact with cold wind the digestive fire/ Agni of healthy individuals gets trapped inside the body thus it become strong enough to digest inherently heavy and excess in quality food.

If a person don’t meet the demand of the digestive fire then the increase agni start to consume the rasa( intrinsic fluid) of body leading to vitiation of vata dosha.  So follow the Ritucharya to pacify the Vata dosha.

Pathya Ahara

• Consumption of greasy, sour and salty food items
• Intake of meat of fatty , marshy and aquatic animals.
• Drinking of alcohol
• Sesame seeds and its preparations
• Use of honey is advised
• Consumption of milk and milk products
• Consumption of sugar cane products
• Food prepared with black gram, wheat flour and  freshly harvested grains.
• Drink warm water

Pathya Vihara

• Body massage and head massage with warm oil to balance Vata dosha
• Wash off the oil with astringent powder
• Utilization of warm water
• Sun-bath
• Lepa of Agaru powder on body
• Use of thick sheet made of silk, leather, cotton, wool or bark of tree which are light in weight should be used during sleep
• Wear foot wears all the time
• Reside in inner most apartment or in underground chamber of warm house.

Apathya Ahara-Vihara

• Intake of vata vitiating food or drinks
• Intake to food that is light to digest
• Exposure to direct strong winds
• Intake of diluted gruel
• Sleeping in Day-time

Shishira Ritucharya :

It starts from Mid-January to mid-March. Hemant and Shishira ritus are almost sme in characteristic with some slight changes. There is increase in dryness due to onset of Adana kala and due to winds, rain and clouds.

All the ahara-vihara are same as Hemanta ritu in addition stay in less windy and more warm shelter.

Apathya Ahara-Vihara

• Intake of predominantly bitter, pungent and astringent food or drinks
• Intake of cold food.
• Vata vitiating food

COMMON DISEASES IN WINTER SEASON :

Some of the common diseases of winters season are :

• Common cold
• Asthma
• Eczema
• Influenza Flu
• Fever
• Migraine
• Sore throat
• Swelling of joints
• Seasonal affective depression

PANCHAKARMA PROCEDURES IN WINTER SEASON

• Abhyanga : Massage with medicated oil improves blood circulation and helps to generate warmth in the body.
• Shiro Vasti: Helps to relieve the dryness in head region and also calms the Nervous system along with strengthening of the mind.
• Nasya Karma: Provide relief from the headache, migraine, dry nasal passage , respiratory disorders etc
• Shirodhara : Helps to pacify vitiated vata dosha and provide relief from stress and anxiety.
• Shashtik shali pinda sweda : Quite affective in treatment of joint pains, paralysis and muscular dystrophy.
• Pathra pinda pottali sweda : Relieves heaviness, ache, stiffness and coldness in body. Also remove toxins from body through sweating.