The formation of hard deposits made of salt or minerals inside the kidneys is known as Kidney stones or Renal calculi. The size of stone can be as small as sand grain up to size of golf ball. Symptoms varies from person to person but even a small stone can produce extreme pain as they exit through urinary tract out of the body.

Large sized kidney stones may get trapped in ureter which may cause bleeding and retention of urine and individual may need surgery to remove the stone. With proper treatment stone usually cause no permanent damage and can be resolved effortlessly .

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF KIDNEY STONES ?

Kidney stones have different composition and knowing about it can determine the causes and also helps to reduce the risk of formation of more kidney stones in future. The types includes :

• Calcium stones : It is the most common type formed of calcium oxalate. Oxalate is a substance produce by liver daily or is absorbed from the diet. It may also occur in calcium phosphate form which is more common in metabolic conditions like renal tubular acidosis.
• Struvite stones : They are formed in response to UTI and can grow quickly to become quite large sometimes with few symptoms only.
• Uric acid stones : Are formed in individuals losing too much fluid due to chronic diarrhea or mal-absorption and consume high-protein diet or with metabolic syndrome or diabetes. Some genetic factors also contributes in formation of uric acid stones.
• Cystine stones : Form in individuals with hereditary disorder known as Cystinuria which leads to too much excretion of specific amino acids

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS FOR KIDNEY STONE DEVELOPMENT ?

Some factors tends to increase the risk of development of kidney stones in individuals .The factors includes :

• Dehydration: Living in warm, dry climates ,sweating a lot , not drinking enough water can increase the risk of kidney stones in individual.
• Obesity : Weight gain, high body mass index and large waist size can also increase risk of kidney stones.
• Family or personal history : Having family history of kidney stones in family or already have kidney stones previously can increase the chance of development of kidney stones
• Certain diets : Intake of food high in protein, sugar and sodium may increase the risk for some type of kidney stones. High salt intake can increase the amount of calcium kidneys filter thus increasing risk of kidney stones.
• Digestive system conditions : Inflammatory bowel disease, chronic diarrhea or gastric bypass surgery leads to changes in digestive process affecting absorption of water and calcium thus increasing percentage of stone forming substances in urine.
• Certain medications : Medicines like antacids, diuretics, ceftriaxone, crixivan etc or dietary supplements like vitamin C etc can increase risk of kidney stones.
• Other medical conditions: Some medical conditions like cystinuria, renal tubular acidosis, hyper-parathyroidism and reoccurring UTI can increase the risk of Kidney stones.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF KIDNEY STONES ?

Kidney stones may or may not produce symptoms unless it moves around within kidney or passes into ureters. Some symptoms it may produce are :

• Sharp pain in lower back or sides below ribs
• Pain radiates to lower abdomen and groin
• Blood in urine
• Unable to urinate
• Fever or chills
• Nausea or vomiting due to pain.
• Bad smelling or cloudy looking urine
• Pain while urinating.

AYURVED APPROACH :

In Ayurved it described as Mutra Ashmari. Due to intake of unwholesome food, Low water intake, improper body detoxification by panchakarmaetc cause vitiation of three doshas mainly kapha dosha . Different doshas produce different symptoms like :

• Vata dosha : Because of vata vitiation it accumulates in vasti(urinary bladder) . Due to its qualities like rukshaguna etc cause drying up of urine , pitta and shukra and converts them into crystal form.
• Kapha dosha : Due to qualities like Guru(dominant), snigdha(oily) etc thus form soft stones white in color.
• Pitta dosha : They produce highly acidic urine and form blackish stones.

HERBS:

• Shigru
• Punarnava
• Shilajit
• shunti
• Pashanabheda
• Gokshura

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR THE TREATMENT OF KIDNEY STONES

1. Gokshuru Capsules:

Gokshuru capsules are pure ayurvedic medicine which is very effective in kidney disorders as it has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce the swelling of the abdomen. It also acts as diuretic which causes increased urine secretion from the body and removal of all the toxins. These capsules contain pure extract of Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris). It provides effective result in acute & chronic kidney disease, chronic renal failure, cystitis, and urethritis, nephropathy, and urinary tract infections.

Recommended Dosage: Take one capsule twice daily with normal water.

2. Sheet Dhara:

CAC  Sheet Dhara is herbo mineral and purely ayurvedic formulation. It works on all the three doshas of body but mainly act on pitta dosha. It contains Ajwaion, Kapur (camphor) and Mint leaves that help reduce Acidity and burning sensation in chest region with its cooling effects. It relaxes your mind also maintains Blood pressure. CAC Sheet dhara help in controlling mood swings by which many women are affected nowadays. It also controls burping ,nausea and bloating.

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

3. Kidney Care Churna:

The kidney care churna is prepared from herbs like Bhumiamla (Phyllanthus niruri), Manjistha (Rubia cordifolia), & Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa). These herbs in combination show anti-inflammatory, diuretic, antioxidant, analgesic, etc properties. Kidney care churna keep all kidney function tests (serum creatinine, urea, sodium, potassium, chlorine, & uric acid), etc in normal range. The use of this churna reduces swelling in the body, remove kidney stones, deal with urinary tract infection, general weakness, & fatigue, etc related to kidney patients.

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

4. UTI Care Tablet:

UTI Care Tablets helps to treat Urinary tract infections along with the diseases related to kidney, ureters, urinary bladder, and urethra. This tablet contains pure herbal ingredients which are Yavakshar (Hordeum vulgare), kalmi Shora (Pottasium nitrate), Naushadar (Ammonium chloride), Swarna Gairik (Red ochre), etc. UTI Care Tablets are also beneficial in kidney stones, chronic kidney disease, renal colic, burning sensation or pain during micturition, and Hypertension.

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

5. Detox Premium Powder:

The powder contains all the Ayurvedic herbs which strengthen the immune system of the body and prevents the various complications by potentiating immune system. The powder includes :

Parwal Pishti– Parwal pishti is prepared from Coral calcium. It is mainly used in Pitta related disorders and helpful in bleeding disorders. This pishti relieves Ama dosha and improves the digestion power. It also improves the strength and immunity.

Shukta Pishti– It is prepared from Pearl oyster shell. Shukta pishti pacifies Pitta and Kapha dosha. It is the best ant-acid and relieves the abdominal distention. Shukta pishti reduces the rashes on the arms and legs.

Giloy Satva–Giloy satva includes water-soluble extract of Giloy/Guduchi (Tinospora Cordifolia). It balances the aggravated pitta and acts as a mild-antipyretic, antacid, and immuno-modulator. It also reduces burning sensation in the hands, feet, and body.

Kamdudha Ras–According to Ayurveda principles, Kamdudha Ras has Sheeta Virya thus it is beneficial in every Pitta Roga classified in Ayurveda. It is beneficial in the symptoms like burning sensation, restlessness, bleeding tendencies, excessive thirst, and hot flashes, vomiting with yellowish or sour water.

Akik Pishti– Akik bhasma contains Silicon Dioxide and some herbal extracts derived into in during processing with Aloe vera and Rose water. It is used in General debility, Restlessness. It works well in loss of appetite, weight loss, and feeling of excessive heat in the body.

Gandhak Rasayan– Gandhak Rasayan is a great antibacterial, antiviral ayurvedic medicine. It acts as an anti-pyretic, analgesic, & blood purifier.

Sutshekhar Ras–It is an important medicine used in Ayurveda, which acts on Pitta dosha and reduces the symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fever, headache, sour taste of mouth, restlessness, etc.

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

IMMUNE SYSTEM:

It is a network of biological processes that protects an organism  from diseases. Immune  system  is made up of different organs , cells, and protein that work together.

TWO TYPES OF IMMUNE SYSTEM ARE:

1. INNATE IMMUNE SYSTEM : It is present at the time of birth. It is the first to respond when it find an bacteria, virus etc. it is inherited.
2. ADAPTIVE IMMUNE SYSTEM : It develops when body exposed to microbes or chemicals make a special protein to protect body from a specific invader. Antibodies are developed by cells called B lymphocytes. T cells are immune cells with different responsibilities  interact with B cells  as part of antibody production process  and activate cytotoxic T cells  to target identified pathogen . B cells that can circulate throughout the body  interact with antigen , activator helper t cells ,transform into b cells and produce antibodies .After the first exposure immune system recognize the outsider organism and defend against it .

FUNCTION OF IMMUNE SYSTEM :

• The function of immune system is to prevent the infection from body .
• To find and neutralize harmful substances from the environment .

PARTS OF IMMUNE SYSTEM:

1. White blood cells : These cells are a part of the body’s immune system. It protects your body from infection. WBC circulate in bloodstream and tissues to respond to injury or illness by attacking an foreign particles . it is also called leukocytes.
2. Tonsils and adenoids: tonsils are small, round pieces of tissue located in the back of mouth on both sides of throat . adenoid is a clump of tissue located behind the nasal cavity above the roof of mouth. Tonsil and adenoids have antibodies to fight with infection and can become enlarged when they infected.
3. Thymus: It is a small organ lie in upper chest below breast bone . it directs the development and selection of T cells which direct adaptive immunity .it is made up of immature T cells called thymocytes as well as lining cells called epithelial cells
4. Bone marrow : the soft spongy tissue that has many blood vessels and it is found in the centre of bones. Stem cells in the spongy center of brain develops into RBC , Plasma cells and variety of WBC and immune cells . it makes million of new blood cells .
5. Skin , mucous membrane : Skin is the first line of defense to preventing and destroying germs before they enter the body . Mucous membrane line the respiratory respiratory, digestive , urinary , and reproductive tracts. It secretes mucus which lubricate and moisten surfaces. Tiny hairs in nose catch germs.
6. Lymph nodes. A small bean shaped structure that is found in the body immune system . they are the filter substances that travel through the lymphatic fluid. Swollen , tender lymph nodes usually occur as a result ofinfection from bacteria
7. Spleen :    It is a part of lymphatic system .The spleen makes lymphocytes, filter the blood and destroys old blood cells .

DISORDERS THAT AFFECT THE IMMUNE SYSTEM ARE :

1. Allergies.
2. Autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, Diabetes, Systemic lupus Erythematous ,Multiple sclerosis.
3. Infections such as HIV .
4. Cancer like Leukaemia , Lymphoma, adenoma .
5. Medicines such as corticosteroids weaken the immune sytem .

TIPS TO MAINTAIN IMMUNE SYSTEM HEALTHY :

• Exercise regularly .
• Quit smoking.
• Sound sleep.
• Stress less and focus on mind .
• Take balanced diet.
• Plenty of fluids.
• Quit smoking.
• Yoga and pranayama.

AYURVEDIC APPROACH OF IMMUNE SYSTEM:

According to Ayurveda it is correlated with Vyadhi kshmatva and ojas. Vyadhi kshmatva means self avoidance of diseases .Factors that build immunity are prakriti , health of ojas , digestive power, mansika dosha .When all the 7 layers of body working together the immune system  willl  be boosted.

GOOD HERBS TO BOOST IMMUNE SYSTEM:

• TULSI
• NEEM
• ASHWAGANDHA
• TRIPHALA
• GINGER
• RAISIN
• BLACK CUMIN
• BLACK PEPPER

CHANDIGARH  AYURVED  CENTRE  MEDICATION  FOR STRENGTHNING OF IMMUNITY  :

1. Active plus Tablet:

Active plus Tablet is a pure herbo-mineral formulation prepared from best quality of herbs. This tablet is best for person mental and physical health, also helps to boost up the immunity. The herbal ingredients present in these tablets are used to maintain person’s health and refreshes the mind and body. These tablets improves digestion, eliminates constipation, stress, nourishes brain,  acts as antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, etc.

Recommended Dosage:- Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

2. Curcumin Capsules:

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.

Recommended Dosage: -Take 1 capsule twice daily with normal water.

3. Immuno Booster Tablet:

It is a pure herbal combination that helps to build up immunity. It consists of effective levels of antioxidants. vitamin C and E circulate in the body to protect it against the damage caused by free radicals. It has natural immunity-boosting properties to prevent and ease cough, cold, headache, and infections. it provides quick relief from early signs of running nose, itching throat, body ache, and weakness.

Recommended Dosage:- Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

4. Detox Tablet:

Chandigarh Ayurved Centre Detox tablets are 100% natural & safe containing 1gm herbs extract. The herbs used for formulation of these tablets show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, & immuno-modulator properties.The herbs & minerals used for preparation of this churna shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immuno-modulator properties. Giloy satva increases immunity: Low immunity is not just one health issue, but it can disturb your entire health. Giloy satva helps in  remove stress, both physical as well as mental, and helps in improving immune system to fight against many viral disease.

5. Amrit Tulsi Ras:

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.

Recommended Dosage :- 1 DROP of CAC Amrit tulsi ras in a glass of water/tea 4-5 times a day.

OVERVIEW

High blood pressure is called hypertension in medical terminology. It is the increased pressure or force of blood against the walls of blood vessels. It has become very common now-a-days due to unhealthy lifestyle and bad eating habits. It is considered to be a silent killer as a person doesn’t have any of the symptoms till great damage is done. If not treated properly at time, it can lead to serious health implications such as stroke, heart failure, kidney failure, heart attack, etc. Due to increased pressure against the walls of the arteries, the heart has to work harder to pump blood.

Blood pressure is measured in millimeters of mercury and normal blood pressure is 120/80 mm Hg. The upper number is systolic blood pressure which tells the pressure in blood vessels during contraction of heart and the lower number is diastolic blood pressure. It represents the pressure in blood vessels during relaxation of heart.

There are various types of treatments available for managing high blood pressure. However, with healthy diet and good lifestyle, the problem of high blood pressure can be managed.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE? 

There are combination of factors which are responsible for the development of hypertension. Following are the causes of high blood pressure:

• People above the age of 65 years
• Having a genetic predisposition to hypertension
• Being obese
• Getting angry
• Increased levels of cholesterol in blood
• Having a sedentary lifestyle
• No physical exercise
• Increased blood sugar levels
• High alcohol intake
• Having metabolic syndrome
• Intake of excessive salt
• Congenial heart defects
• Hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism
• Obstructive sleep apnea
• Drug abuse
• Abnormal functioning of adrenal glands
• Kidney disease
• Excessive intake of alcohol
• Tumors of endocrine glands
• Pregnancy
• Excessive stress
• Cigarette smoking

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE?

As high blood pressure is a silent condition, most of the people usually don’t have any symptoms in the early stage. That is why it is also called a silent killer. The symptoms become visible after many years of damage has taken place. Following are the common signs and symptoms of high blood pressure:

• Headache
• Shortness of breath
• Flushing
• Light-headedness
• Presence of blood spots in eyes
• Flushing
• Nose bleeding

WHAT ARE THE COMPLICATIONS WHICH ARE ASSOCIATED WITH HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE?

High blood pressure has various health implications if not treated well on time:

• Stroke
• Heart failure
• Thickening or narrowing of blood vessels of eye leading to blurred vision
• Heart attack
• Aneurysm
• Damage to the kidney
• Unable to think adequately
• Loss of memory

AYURVEDIC CONCEPT OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE

In Ayurveda, hypertension is known as raktagata vata. It is caused by the imbalance of vata dosha which gets lodged in the rakta dhatu and cause disturbance in blood circulation. It is basically caused by the unhealthy lifestyle and bad eating habits. Excessive day to day stress is also responsible for high blood pressure. Panchkarma and certain ayurvedic herbs are found to be very beneficial for treatment of hypertension.

Panchkarma helps in removal of toxins from the body and thus gives strength to the heart. It is a personalized detox program and varies from person to person.

The various panchkarma procedures beneficial for high blood pressure are:

• Shirodhara
• Virechana
• Basti

Some of the herbs which are recommended for management of high blood pressure are:

• Garlic
• Basil
• Ajwain
• Cinnamon
• Celery
• Cardamom
• Ginger
• Brahmi

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTER’S MEDICATIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE

Here are some of the medications of Chandigarh ayurved center which are used for the treatment of hypertension:

1. Brain Relaxant Churan

Brain relaxant churna is a herbal and purely ayurvedic formulation. It is 100% natural and pure. It is prepared from herbs that show calming effect on brainand gives you relaxation. It contains various herbs like Amla, Sonth, Pippali, Marich, Haldi, Bala, Suddha Gandhak, Lauh bhasma etc. that are Stress buster and provide you relief from anxiety. Herbs present in CAC Brain relaxant churna shows antioxidant, Neuroprotective, carminative and anti inflammatory properties

Recommended Dosage:1 teaspoon twice a day with hot milk.

2. Stress care tablet

It is an amazing combination of natural herbs like Sarpgandha, Brahmi, Tagar, 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, Good in neurological problems, Works in anxiety, loneliness, insomnia, sleep, Memory loss, and Palpitations. In Ayurveda when there is an imbalance of three energies i.e. vata, pitta and Kapha, it leads to disease. Vata has a sub dosha named prana doshas which regulates the sensory perception, brain, and mind. Tarpak Kapha subtype of kapha, governs cerebrospinal fluid, sadhak pitta subtype of pitta doshas governs emotions and their impact on the heart. So any vitiation of these doshas leads to stress.

Recommended Dosage:Take 1 tablet twice daily with normal water.

3. Blood Pressure Balance Tablet

Blood pressure balance kit is herbal and purely ayurvedic formulation. It basically balance all the three doshas of body and maintain blood pressure levels within normal limits. Improve the circulation of blood from heart and make the heart walls strong by providing them strength. It contains various herbs like  Rudraksh , Sarpagandha, Ashwagandha, Arjuna and Brahmi that all works on the power of heart pumping the blood to various organs. It act as antioxidant, anti hypertensive, antiinflammatory and immuno modulator.

Recommended Dosage:Take 2 tablet twice daily with normal water.

INTRODUCTION

Premenstrual syndrome is a group of physical, emotional and behavioral changes which occur in females before menstruation. It usually starts between ovulation and the onset of next periods. It lasts for a few days and lasts till the beginning of the upcoming period. The common signs and symptoms include tenderness in breasts, food cravings, mood swings, irritability and depression. Nearly every 3 out of 4 women experience premenstrual syndrome. The symptoms vary from person to person and their intensity ranges from mild to severe.

Premenstrual syndrome can have an impact on the daily life of an individual. But with the dietary and lifestyle modifications, the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome can be managed. There are various medicines also which are beneficial in it.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME?

The exact cause of premenstrual syndrome is not known but is believed to be due to several factors. Following are the reasons which can be responsible for premenstrual syndrome:

• Hormonal fluctuations
• Fluctuation in serotonin – a neurotransmitter that plays a role in mood states
• Depression
• Cigarette smoking
• Lack of physical exercise
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Lack of sleep
• Eating foods rich in sugar, fat and salt

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME?

The common signs and symptoms of premenstrual syndrome are:

• Abdominal cramps
• Bloating
• Tenderness in breasts
• Body pains
• Swelling in hands and feet
• Acne
• Headache
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Increased appetite
• Increase in body weight
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Difficulty in sleeping
• Forgetting things
• Mood swings
• Crying
• Angry outbursts
• Lack of concentration
• Social withdrawal
• Lack of interest in daily activities
• Back pain
• Clumsiness
• Decreased sexual drive

HOW PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME CAN BE PREVENTED?

Premenstrual syndrome can be managed by a lot of ways. The symptoms will not be totally vanished but they can be lessened to such an extent that it does not interfere in the life of an individual. Following are the steps which are good for prevention of PMS:

• Do regular exercise for 20-30 minutes a day
• Eat healthy diet which includes fruits, vegetables, whole grains, etc
• Take proper sleep of 7-8 hours
• Avoid excess intake of salt and caffeine
• Say no to alcohol
• Quit smoking

YOGA FOR PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME

Yoga is an ancient science which involves various types of asanas for body and mind relaxation. It helps in stretching of body and releasing pressure from the body. Different types of yoga asanas are very helpful in managing symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. Following are the yoga asanas beneficial in PMS:

1. MARJARIASANA

Marjari means cat and asana means body posture. Marjariasana is called cat stretch. It is an excellent stretching posture.

How to do it:

• Come onto the fours- arms and legs, with back forming the top of the table.
• Arms should be perpendicular to the floor and knees are hip-width apart from each other.
• While inhaling, raise the chin and bend the head backwards. Push the navel downwards and raise tailbone.
• This is the cat pose. Hold it for 1-2 minutes and take deep breathes.
• Then exhale and release the pose gradually.
• Do the pose for 4-5 times.

Contraindications:

• Neck injury
• Back injury

2. BHUJANGASANA

Bhujanga means cobra and asana means body posture. Bhujangasana is the cobra or snake pose. It can be done easily at home while lying down on the stomach and then stretching. It gives a good stretch to the body and instantly relieves stress.

How to do it:

• Lie down in stomach with the toes flat and soles facing upwards.
• Rest the forehead on the ground, keep the legs closer with feet and heels touching each other.
• Now slowly lift the body while taking a deep breath in. The navel should be kept in ground level.
• Both the hands should have equal pressure while pulling on and off of the torso from the ground.
• Hold the pose for 4-5 breaths. Then, breathe out and bring the abdomen, chest and head gently on floor.
• Repeat it for 4-5 times.

Contraindications:

• Pregnancy
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Hernia
• Recent abdominal surgery
• Fracture of ribs or wrist joints

3. DHANURASANA

Dhanu means bow and asana means body posture. In dhanurasana, the shape of the body is made like that of a bow. The pose should be performed 4-5 hour after meals. The best time is of early morning.

How to do it:

• Lie in the stomach with the feet apart.
• Then fold the knees and take your hands backwards and hold the ankles.
• Breathe in and lift the chest up from the ground. Pull the legs upwards and more towards the back.
• Keep the body posture stable and see forward. Pay attention to the breath.
• Maintain posture for 15-20 seconds and bring the legs and chest gently to the ground.

Contraindications:

• Neck injury
• Hernia
• Hypertension or hypotension
• Lower back pain
• Migraine
• Recent abdominal surgery

4. MATSYASANA

Matsyasana is the fish pose asana. If this asana is carried out in water, the body will float easily like a fish.

How to do it:

• Lie on back with feet together and hands relaxed.
• Place the hands under the hips and bring the elbows close to each other.
• Lift the head and chest up while breathing in.
• When the chest is elevated, lower the head backwards and touch floor with the top of the head.
• Hold the pose as long as a person feels comfortable.

Contraindications:

• High or low blood pressure
• Migraine
• Insomnia

5. SHAVASANA

Shava means corpse and asana means body posture. Shavasana is also known as corpse pose. This asana is a rest and relaxation posture. It is usually performed at the end of a yoga session. It helps in deep healing of the body.

How to do it:

• Lie flat on the back without any cushions or props. Close your eyes.
• Keep the legs apart comfortably and let the feet and knees relax.
• The arms should be kept aside with a little distance from the body. Keep the palms open and facing upwards.
• Breathe slowly and gently and slowly relax your entire body. Surrender the whole body and let go everything. But do not fall asleep.

Body toxins or metabolic toxins are natural by-products of metabolism that occurs throughout the body systems that must be eliminated from the body. There is long list of metabolic pathway that creates variety of metabolic toxins in body like :

• Amino acid metabolism
• Intestinal dysfunctions
• Neurotransmitter metabolism
• Toxin metabolism
• Vitamin metabolism
• Detox dysfunctions and impairments
• Carbohydrate metabolism

If  there is hindrance in elimination of toxins from the body it can lead to damage  to organs and development of various health conditions . Like excessive production of ammonia in urea cycle leads to serious health problems .

ACCUMULATION OF  VARIOUS BODY TOXINS

Certain body toxin which are not flushed out from body due to any cause accumulates in body. Some of the body toxins are :

Hyperammonemia :

Ammonia is a waste product which is normally processed in liver and excreted through urine. High level of ammonia in blood is called as Hyperammonemia and can be toxin to CNS .

What are the causes of Hyperammonemia ?

Common causes are :

• Decreased blood flow to liver
• Liver diseases
• Renal failure
• Hepatic encephalopathy
• Reye’s syndrome

What are the symptoms of Hyperammonemia ?

Common symptoms of hyperammonemia includes :

• Abdominal pain
• Irritability
• Headaches
• Nausea and vomiting
• Behavioral changes
• Ataxia
• Seizures
• Coma
• Hyperventilation

Symptoms of mild hyperammonemia in children are :

• Hypotonia
• Failure to thrive
• Neurodevlopment delays

Uremia  :

Build up of toxins like urea and creatinine  in blood because kidneys stop filtering toxins out through urine. Untreated uremia can lead to serious health conditions or even death.

What  are the causes of Uremia ?

Uremia is caused due to extreme and irreversible damage to kidneys .This is mainly from chronic kidney disease where kidneys are no longer able to filter waste of body and flush it out through urine.  Common cause of Chronic kidney disease includes :

• Polycystic kidney disease
• Inflammation of glomeruli
• High bload pressure
• Diabetes
• Inflammation of kidney ‘s tubules and structure around them.
• Enlarged prostate.
• Recurring kidney infections

What are the symptoms of Uremia ?

Common symptoms of uremia includes :

• Muscle cramps
• Fatigue
• Shortness of breath from accumulation of fluid
• Cognitive dysfunction
• Nausea
• Itching
• Unexplained weight loss

Hyperuricemia :

Accumulation of too much uric acid in body leads to condition called Hyperuricemia . If left untreat can lead to permanent damage to bones, tissues and joints etc.

What are the causes of Hyperuricemia ?

Individual is producing to much uric acid due to :

• Excessive intake of purine rich diet like meat, sea-food , beer etc.
• Break down of body cells due to certain conditions and exercise.

Not able to excrete uric acid from body due to :

• Acid and base imbalance
• Improper kidney functions
• Down syndrome
• Certain medications like cyclosporin, ethambutol, niacin etc
• Hypothyroidism

What are the symptoms of Hyperuricemia ?

Common symptoms of Hypreuricemia are :

• Joint pain mainly in big toe
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Kidney stones

AYURVEDIC APPROACH :

In ayurveda accumulation of body toxins is correlated to Formation and accumulation of Ama in the body.

Ama is a product of indigestion in stomach which causes many systemic diseases. The immature digestive juices stagnated for longer duration sourness due to fermentation and decay is called ama which gets absorbed in system and put in circulation . When put in circulation it reaches various channels and tissues in body leading to their blockage giving rise to various health conditions.

What are the properties of ama ?

• Asamyuktam : It is non-homogenous compound of food which is not accepted by body cells. So it is nor absorbed neither processed thus becomes toxic and dangerous to body .
• Avipakum : Improper digested food forms ama so it is also in improperly digested form.
• Durgandham : It has natural foul smell due to unprocessed form of digestive juices.
• Pichchila : It is sticky in nature thus adheres to wall of cells and channels of body causing their blockage.
• Dravam : It is in liquid state.
• Guru : It is heavy in nature
• Tantumat : Has thready like appearance
• Nana varna : It has various colors
• Snigdha : It is very similar to fat and kapha in appearance and unctuous in nature.
• Sadanam sarva gatrani : It causes severe debility and heaviness in body.
• Srotamsi abhishyandayati : It cause oozing and blockage in body channels
• Ashukari : It is quick to spread in whole body

What are the causes of Ama formation in body ?

Some common causes of formation of ama in body are :

• Improper food combinations
• Fried food intake
• Overeating or emoitional eating habits
• Intake of highly processed food
• Excessive intake of sour, sweet or salty food.
• Lack of exercise
• Eating or sleeping before proper digestion of food
• Detrimental life style
• Sleeping in day time
• Irregular eating habits

What are the symptoms produce by ama in body ?

Ama causes various digestive symptoms like :

• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Bloating
• Indigestion
• Fatigue after eating
• Gas
• Sinking stool and mucus in stool

Other symptoms produced in body by Ama  are :

• Poor circulation
• Joint inflammation and pain
• Depression and other disorders related to mood
• Deficiencies of vitamins and minerals
• Skin dryness and blemishes
• Fever
• Fatigue in body

Healthy conditions may caused due to Ama accumulation in body

• Gout
• Gallstones
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Late-onset Diabetes
• Leukocytosis
• Glaucoma ( increased intraocular pressure )
• Kidney stones
• Tumors

Treatment Principles of Ama :

Apatarpana (Depletion )treatment is used for treatment of ama and diseases caused by ama in body. it includes :

• Langhan
• Pachana
• Dosha avasechana

PANCHAKARMA THERAPIES FOR AMA :

Panchakarma treatments are cleansing and detoxification treatments which not only treats ama and conditions associated with ama dosha but also rejuveniates and revitalize whole body . Some of the panchakarma procedures helpful in ama dosha are :

• Swedan
• Vaman
• Virechan
• Vasti
• Leech therapy

HERBS

• Cinnamo
• Kutaja
• Neem
• Turmeric
• Ginger

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR body detox

1. Detox Premium Powder:

The powder contains all the Ayurvedic herbs which strengthen the immune system of the body and prevents the complication of dengue by potentiating immune system. It helps in controlling the disease within a period of 4 to 8 days. The powder includes.

Parwal Pishti – Parwal pishti is prepared from Coral calcium. It is mainly used in Pitta related disorders and helpful in bleeding disorders. This pishti relieves Ama dosha and improves the digestion power. It also improves the strength and immunity.

Shukta Pishti – It is prepared from Pearl oyster shell. Shukta pishti pacifies Pitta and Kapha dosha. It is the best ant-acid and relieves the abdominal distention. Shukta pishti reduces the rashes on the arms and legs.

Giloy Satva–Giloy satva includes water-soluble extract of Giloy/Guduchi (Tinospora Cordifolia). It balances the aggravated pitta and acts as a mild-antipyretic, antacid, and immuno-modulator. It also reduces burning sensation in the hands, feet, and body.

Kamdudha Ras–According to Ayurveda principles, Kamdudha Ras has Sheeta Virya thus it is beneficial in every Pitta Roga classified in Ayurveda. It is beneficial in the symptoms like burning sensation, restlessness, bleeding tendencies, excessive thirst, and hot flashes, vomiting with yellowish or sour water.

Akik Pishti – Akik bhasma contains Silicon Dioxide and some herbal extracts derived into in during processing with Aloe vera and Rose water. It is used in General debility, Restlessness. It works well in loss of appetite, weight loss, and feeling of excessive heat in the body.

Ghandak Rasayan – Ghandak Rasayan is a great antibacterial, antiviral ayurvedic medicine. It acts as an anti-pyretic, analgesic, & blood purifier.

Sutshekhar Ras–It is an important medicine used in Ayurveda, which acts on Pitta dosha and reduces the symptoms like nausea, vomiting, fever, headache, sour taste of mouth, restlessness, etc.

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

2. Rasayan Vati:

Rasayan vati is herbo-mineral ayurvedic formulation, which is 100% natural. Rasayan vati contains various herbs such as Aswagandha, Shilajeet, Amla, Kesar, Musali, Shatavar, Brahmi Abhrak Bhasam, Swarn Makshik Bhasam, Yashad Bhasam, Mukta pisti, Praval pisti, Jaiphal, Vang Bhasam, Dalchini, Javitri, Gokhru, Kaunch Beej, Saunth, Mirch, Pipli, Amla, Kesar, Manjith, Anant Mool, Brahmi, Musali, Swarn Vang, etc. These ingredients show antioxidant, aphrodisiac, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, analgesic, immuno-modulator properties.

Recommended Dosage: Take 2 tablet twice daily.

3. Detox tablets:

This Tablet is herbo-mineral pure Ayurvedic preparation. It contains ingredients like Parwal Pishti, Shukta Pishti, Giloy Satav, Kamdudha Ras, Jahar Mohra, Akik Pishti, Gandhak Rasayan, Shankh Bhasma, Sutshekhar Ras, Sudhyog Tab, Shwet Parpati, Yavakshaar, etc. This tablet increases overall immunity, improves digestion, relieves acidity, helps in fever, nausea, vomiting, high blood pressure, mental diseases and eye diseases. It also helps in removing impurities and detoxifies the body.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

4. Herbal Tea:

HERBAL TEA is a herbo-mineral preparation and is purely Ayurvedic formulation. CAC Herbal Tea helps in detoxification of the body, helps in Weight loss, Improves brain functions, fights cold, reduces heavy cough, and lowers cholesterol. Herbal Tea shows Anti-hypertensive, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Anti-ageing, Anti-depressant, and Immune-modulator properties.

Recommended Dosage: For 1 cup of herbal tea- boil 1 teaspoon of Herbal Tea in about 2 glasses of water and boil it until remaining half glass. For slimming purpose prefer this herbal tea with lemon on an empty stomach.

OVERVIEW :

According to ayurveda doshas are of three types vata, pitta and kapha . out of three Vata dosha is responsible for the movements in body . vata dosha is the most important . without vata, pitta and kapha cannot move. Every movement of the body eyes blinking , heart beating, talking ,jumping, circulation and elimination because of vata .vata is the air principle . it consist of the space and air elements .vata dosha is said to be powerful because

• It is quick acting
• It is very strong
• It has capacity to vitiate other dosha , tissue , excreta of body create a base for many diseases .
• It is one of the independent body element that controls everything .

DEFINITION OF VATA :

That which cause gati (movement ) is called as vata .

TYPES OF VATA :

PRANA VAYU :Located IN HEAD

UDANA VAYU : Located  IN CHEST

SAMANA VAYU : Located IN STOMACH AND INTESTINE

VYANA VAYU: Located  IN HEART

APANA VAYU : Below NAVEL

 VATA DOSHA  CHARACTERSTICS :-

• Vata is dry , mobile , cold, rough,sharp, subtle,light .The individual having vata dominance reflect these qualities in body and mind such as:
• Sleepless
• Slim and flexible .
• Kind by nature
• Constipation
• Love sour ,salty foods
• Physical active but low stamina and getting overtired easily
• Dreams full of movements.
• Quick and creative minds and found of dancing or travelling.

SYMPTOMS OF VATA IMBALANCE BODY :-

1. Susceptible to anger
2. Sensitive to cold weather
3. Poor blood circulation.
4. Appetite can vary .

CAUSES OF IMBALANCING VATA :

1. Excessive exercise and sexual intercourse .
2. Fall, injury ,fractures
3. Excessive awakening at night
4. Suppression of all natural urges .
5. Excessive consumption of cold foods and activities.
6. Fear and irritation.
7. Excessive consumption of dry foods , astringent, bitter, and pungent .
8. At evening during cloudy and rainy season

VATA DOSHA V/S AIR OUTSIDE THE BODY:

Vata is the representative of air element present outside the body. air outside body distributes heat and coldness and maintains their balance through vikshepa (distributing) function . Similarly vata dosha in our body will maintain balance of heat caused by pitta and coldness caused by kapha .

VARIATIONS OF VAYU:-

1. STHANA :state of balance
2. VRIDDHI: pathological increase
3. KSHAYA :-pathological decrease

VATA DOMINANCE DURING A DAY :-

• AM,PM vata is dominant .

VATA BALANCING DIET:

1. All sweet food pacify Vata and may be taken in moderation.
2. Fats and oils are beneficial in the digestive system and help reduce Vata. Use up to 2 teaspoons daily of ghee (homemade ghee is best) or olive oil.
3. Milk is easier to digest when warm or heated.
4. Rice and wheat are the best grains for balancing Vata. Reduce the amount of barley, corn.
5. Heavy fruits such as: bananas, avocados, mangoes, apricots, plums, coconut, figs, orange, lemon, papaya, peaches, pineapples, kiwi, dates and dried fruits.
6. Eat fewer dry or light fruits such as apples, cranberries, pears, and pomegranates. Fruits should not be eaten after meal.
7. Cooked vegetables are best. Raw vegetables should be minimized.
8. Beans, Sprouts and cabbage tend to produce gas and should be minimized.
9. Spices that pacify Vata include cardamom, cumin, ginger, cinnamon, salt, cloves, mustard seed, cilantro, fennel, oregano, sage , thyme, and black pepper.
10. All varieties of nuts are recommended.
11. Always eat cooked and warm food.

PANCHKARMA PROCEDURES FOR PACIFYING VATA :-

• Snehan
• Swedana
• Basti

COMMON TYPE OF MOVEMENT DISORDER ARE :

Ataxia. Impaired balance or coordination can be due to damage to brain , nerves or muscles.

Cervical dystonia. It is a painful condition in which neck muscles contract involuntarily  into abnormal position. It can cause repetitive twisting movements of your head and neck. It is also called spasmodic torticollis.

Chorea. It is a movement disorder that causes sudden and uncontrolled jerky movements of the legs, arms, and facial muscles.

 Dystonia.  It is a condition in which  sustained involuntary muscle contractions with twisting and repetitive movements.

Multiple system atrophy.   It is a rare condition in which nervous system causes damage to nerve cells in the brain  It can also cause low blood pressure, impaired bladder function and acting out dreams.

Parkinson’s disease. It is a brain disorder that causes uncontrolled movements such as shaking , stiffness, and difficulity with balance and coordination.

 Parkinsonism. it is a general term for slowness of movement along with stiffness, tremor or loss of balance. Parkinson’s disease and certain dopamine blocking medications are the most common causes.. Stroke or repeated head trauma also can cause parkinsonism.

Progressive supranuclear palsy.  It is a  neurological disorder that causes problems with walking, balance and eye movements. It sometimes may resemble Parkinson’s disease but is a distinct condition.

Restless legs syndrome. This movement disorder causes unpleasant feelings in the legs while relaxing or lying down, often relieved by movement.

Tourette syndrome. It is a neurological condition that starts between childhood and teen age and is associated with repetitive movements and vocal sounds.

 Tremor.  This movement disorder causes rhythmic shaking of parts of the body, such as the hands, head or other body parts.

Wilson’s disease.  It is a rare, inherited disorder that causes excessive amounts of copper to build up in the body and  cause a neurological problems, tremor,dystonia

The word phobia is derived from the greek word which means extreme fear and flight .It is a type of anxiety disorder that causes an  uncontrolled ,irrational fear of certain ,object , or activity.it is a rapid onset of fear. If the object or situation cannot be avoided they experience significant distress.people of all ages and  from all walks of life across the world develop phobic reaction .phobia are very common in women.

TYPES  OF PHOBIA :-

Three main types of phobia are:-

1.SOCIAL PHOBIA

2. AGORAPHOBIA

3. SPECIFIC PHOBIA

1. SOCIAL PHOBIA :-

It is defined as to feel nervous in some social situation.Fear of situation in which you may be judged negatively ,worry about embarrassing or impaired ability to function in atleast some aspect of daily life .

2. AGORAPHOBIA :-

It is a type of anxiety disorder which involves fearing of open spaces , crowds or in situation that the person cannot leave easily .

3. SPECIFIC PHOBIA :-

• Acrophobia :-fear of heights.
• Angrophobia:-fear of anger.
• Autophobia :-fear of being alone .
• Anthrophobia:-fear of people
• Arachnophobia:-fear of spiders.
• Bacteriophobia :-fear of bacteria .
• Belonephobia:-fear of pins and needles .
• Bibliophobia :-fear of books .
• Cynophobia :-fearof dogs .
• Equinophobia:-fear of horses.
• Emetophobia:-fear of vomiting .
• Erotophobia:-fear of sex .
• Hydrophobia:-fear of water.
• Iatrophobia:-fear of doctor .
• Necrophobia:-fear of death or dead things .
• Nyctophobia:-fear of dark
• Ophidiophobia:-fear of snakes .
• Pyrophobia:- fear of fire .
• Sociophobia:-fear of social evaluation.
• Xenophobia :- fear of strangers.
• Zoophobia:-fear of animals .

SYMPTOMS OF PHOBIA:-

• Chest tightness or pain .
• Chill or hot flashes.
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Rapid heartbeat .
• Sweating
• Fatigue
• Breathlessnessand nervousness.
• Weakness
• Trembling
• Blushing
• Confusion

CAUSE OF PHOBIA :-

• Past incidents or traumas .
• Learned responses from early life .
• Experiencing long term stress.
• Neagtive experiences .
• Changes in brain functioning .
• Endocrine and cardiopulmonary disorders.
• Genetics:-research has shown that some phobias may run in families .

RISK FACTORS OF PHOBIA  :-

• AGE:- specific phobias can first appear in childhood ,other can occur in later stage of life.
• RELATIVE:- If someone in our family suffer      from phobia ,than other relative are more likely to develop it too.
• TEMPARAMENT .
• A NEGATIVE EXPERIENCE .

COMPLICATIONS OF PHOBIA  :-

1. Social isolation and difficult relationships.
2. Mood disorder such as anxiety or depression.
3. Some people with specific phobias may be a risk of suicide.
4. Negative thoughts.

INVESTIGATION OF PHOBIA :-

1.Hamilton anxiety rating scale.

2.ECG

DIFFERENTIAL DIAGNOSIS OF PHOBIA :-

1.post traumatic stress disorders.

2.alcoholism

3. hypoglycaemia.

4.throtoxicosis.

HOW TO OVERCOME FROM PHOBIA:-

• Exposing yourself to your fear instead of avoiding .
• Support groups.:-attending support groups can involve discussing your thoughts and fear with like minded people.
• Partnership method.
• Learn relaxation techniques.

AYURVEDIC APPROACH :

According to ayurveda it is correlated with chittodvega .in chittovega aggrevation  of vata dosha which affect the rajo guna . the vitiated vata goes to the manovaha srotas and produce the symptoms.Phobia is the effect of brain functioning afflicted by predominantly vitiated rajo gun quality.the rajo gun imbalance by the foods , acitivities and thoughts which bring disturbance  to the mind .it is associated with such fears and panic attacks and treating increased vata and bringing it to a state of balance.

CAUSES OF PHOBIA ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA :-

1.Spicy food(vidahi ahara)

2.Ushna ,tikshna ahara.

3.Junk foods

4.Dry food

5. Interest in others life and attitudes

How to overcome from phobias?

Firstly give ashwasana :- proper assurance help to correct the false believes and modifying way of thinking .

Follow sadvritta.(mental hygiene)

Avoid excessive consumption of coffee ,tea , soft drinks , alcohol, smoking.

Correction of attitudes towards life, family, and profession .

Reading self help books .

Mental and physical exercises like asana( virasana , tadasana , trikonasana, matsayasana , pranayama.

HERBS USED IN PHOBIA ARE:-

• Brahmi (indian penny wart)
• Shankhpuspi
• Yasthimadhu
• Mandookparni
• Draksha (raisins)
• Amla (gooseberry)
• Bala
• Chandana
• Jatamamsi

PANCHKARMA PROCEDURES:-

• Nasya karma ( nasal medication)
• Shirodhara
• Shiro Pichu

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATION FOR TREATMENT OF PHOBIA:-

1. Nerve up tablet

Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata dosha. It reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet, abhrak bhasma, praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. This tablet helps in the symptoms related to Alzeihmer patient.
Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice daily.

2. Stress Care Tablet

Stress care tablet is an amazing combination of natural herbs like Sarpgandha, Brahmi, Tagar, jatamansi. It helps to relieve stress conditions. They help to pacify the nervous system and also helps to increase the mental and physical performance.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 tablet twice daily.

3. Brain Relaxant Churna

This herbal churna is prepared from herb Atmagupta (Mucuna pruriens). The herb normalizes the nerve cell functions and supports brain function. It provides effective results in Alzheimer disease as it maintains the overall performance of the nervous system.

Recommended Dosage: Take 1 teaspoonful twice daily.

4. Vata Tablet

Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution, it is an excellent formula for the Vata season, which in most parts of the world is autumn and early winter.

Recommended Dosage – Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water

OVERVIEW :-

According to the Ayurveda ,the best time to wake up before sunrise and sleep before 10pm .when the kapha period has induced dullness in the body. It’s also important to have a gap of at least 2 hours between dinner and sleep time. The three types of dosha in ayurveda :- vata,pitta, kapha.these three dosha are responsible for good health . the dosha determine various function include sleeping .sleep is caused by increased kapha, insomnia is caused by vata and pitta dosha .In ayurveda sleep is compared with nidra .nidra is one among the three upstambha . it is also important as ahara.  sleep is considered as a basic instinct of life which is essential for all living beings.

DEFINITION OF SLEEP:

When the mind gets exhausted or becomes inactive and the sensory , motor organs also becomes inactive then the individual sleep .During sleep our body enters into anabolic state that restores the body critical functions like immunity .

TYPES OF SLEEP :-

ACCORDING TO ACHARYA CHARAK :

1 . TAMOBHAVA :-

It is a type of sleep which is caused by increase in tamas guna .when tamas guna increase person will feel inside the shell of darkness .it can be natural whwn it occurs at night time .

2.SHLESHMA SAMUDHBHAVA  NIDRA :-

It is a type of sleep  which is caused by kapha dosha . kapha is said to be predominant in childhood. Children sleep more than a adult .

3.MANAH SHARIRA SHRAMA SAMBHAVA NIDRA :-

It is a type of sleep which occurs when there is exhaustion of mind and body.

4. AGANTUKI NIDRA :-

It is caused by the externally such as  effect of some medicines , injury etc.

5. VYADHYANUVARTINI NIDRA :-

It is a type of disease which is caused by complication of some disease such as sannipataj jwar

6. RATRI SWABHAVA PRABHAVA NIDRA :-

It is a type of sleep comes naturally at night time and it is healthy kind of sleep .

EFFECT OF DOSHA ON SLEEP :-

6-10 AM, PM :- KAPHA DOSHA  is dominant . In which prithvi (earth) and jal (water) elements is involved . In stomach food gets mixed with digestive juices and initial stage of digestion sets in it. There is heaviness in head ,eyes and wole part of body which makes sleep easier. Most part of relaxation happened this time .

11-2 AM,PM: – PITTA DOSHA  is dominant  in which agni ( Fire)  and jal ( water) elements is involved. Most part of the digestion and metabolism occurs at this stage .

3-6 AM, PM:- VATA DOSHA is dominant in which air (air) and space(akash ) elements is involved . 3-6 am stool and urine formation happens more at this stage .mind becomes more and more active at this time .

HOW MUCH SLEEEP IS ENOUGH ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA :-

Sleep accoding to ayurveda  varies as per  the prakriti of person .vata prakriti person requires more sleep .pitt prakriti person require moderate sleep .kapha prakriti person will require less time for sleep . in addition the mental status of person , health condition , age , determine how much sleep require for a person . 6-8 hours of sleep require for a healthy person.

BENEFITS OF SLEEP:-

• It provides nouriushment and strength .
• It can helpful in improving concentration.
• It can provide good health and happiness to the body.
• Reduced focus on negative things.

WHY DAYTIME SLEEP IS CONTRAINDICATED:-

Day time sleep is good in summer season because nights are shorter during summer and vata dosha increases . In other season if  person sleep in day time they will suffer from ajirna roga (indigestion) .

INDICATION FOR SLEEP IN DAY TIME :-

• If someone has been suffering from any injury or disease can sleep during the day time .
• People with weakness.
• People who work at night time.
• Elder or young children

AYURVEDIC TIPS FOR A GOOD SLEEP :-

• Fix your times to wake and sleep .
• Increase kapha food( which are sweet in taste) intake at bedtime if suffer from insomnia .
• Padabhyanga (massaging your feet).
• Listening to gentle and calming sounds .
• Eat boiled rice with yoghurt .
• Sleeping area is a comfortable clean and free from noise.
• Taking a hot shower or a relaxing bath.
• Make lunch is biggest meal of the day :-
• At noon when the sun is highest in the sky , the agni is also higher at that time and it is better to process a big meal .
• At evening ,agni is weaker the problem will that is when the people is eating a big meal in the evening .agni can not digest the food easily or cause sleep disturbance .
• Night time is the best time to rest , recharge and repair. If people take a big meal at dinner time the the body needs more work hard to digest the food .so, that aim for bigger lunch and lighter dinner abd finishing a minimum time of 3 hours before bedtime.
• Avoid caffeine , alcohol and nicotine late in the day .
• Avoid bright light in the evening and expose yourself to sunlight in the morning .
• exercise 20-30 minutes a day .

 GOOD FOODS TO EAT BEFORE SLEEP :-

1. Almonds are a good source of the sleep which regulates the melatonin hormone .
2. Kiwi fruit are rich in serotonin and antioxidants they help to improve sleep quality .
3. Wallnuts are also improve sleep quality .
4. Milk contains melatonin and tryptophan which provides good sleep when drink at bed time.

WHAT IS CARBOHYDRATES:

Carbohydrates are the organic substance in nature and they are essential constituents of all living things. It is formed by green plants from carbondioxide and water during the process of photosynthesis .it serves as a energy sources .

TYPES:

Monosaccharides:-are the simplest form of sugar and the most basic units from which the carbohydrates build .they are usually colorless , water soluble, and crystalline solids.example :- glucose fructose, galactose .

Disaccharides:-two molecules of a simple  sugar link to each other .example:-sucrose , lactose , maltose .

Oligosaccharides :-it is formed by the union of three to six monosaccharides units .

Polysaccharides:- It is the chain of many sugars.  It act as a food store for plants and animals. Example : cellulose , starch, glycogen.

 WHAT IS FAT:

Fats are a type of nutrient that you get from your diet .Fat usually means ester of fatty acids  .Fat in our body are made up of  three molecules joined together .the three molecules structure is called as triglyceride .

TYPES OF FAT :

Saturated fat :-it is solid at room temperature. It is found in butter , yoghurt.

Unsaturated fat :-it is liquid at room temperature . it is found in vegetable oil, fish.

Trans fat :-it is a worst type of fat which raise bad cholesterol and lower good cholesterol .example:frozen pizza, microwave popcorn , cakes etc.

SOURCES OF LOW FAT OR LOW CARBOHYDRATES :

• Bean sprouts
• Broccoli
• Cabbage
• Cauliflower
• Pumpkin
• Spinach
• Berries such as blueberries ,strawberries
• Tomatoes
• Legumes

FOODS TO AVOID:-

1. Any packed chips or cookies
2. Fast food products and pasta sauces

• Canned fruits .

1. Avocado
2. High fat milk
3. Ice cream

• Fried food
• Beef

1. White sugar
2. Mayonnaise

PURPOSE OF LOW FAT DIET OR  LOW CARBOHYDRATE DIET :-

• Used for loosing weight .
• Used for reducing the risk of heart diseases
• Improve blood sugar level.

WHICH DIET IS BETTER LOW CARBOHYDRATE OR LOW FAT:

1. Low carb diet is more effective than low fat diet because Carbohydrate contain  four  calories per gram whereas fat contains nine calories per gram .
2. Low carb diet is more effective at improving levels of HDL  cholesterol and decrease triglyceride level than low fat diet .
3. Both diet are helpful in reducing blood pressure level.

4. carbohydrates gives instant energy whereas fat are energy reservoirs in our body

-carbohydrates are insoluble in water whereas fat are soluble in water.
-carbohydrates are made up of simple sugar whereas fat are made up of fatty acid and glycerol.

– carbohydrates contains more oxygen than fats.
– carbohydrate is converted into glucose which is used as energy metabolism process vs fat helps in absorbing vitamins like A,D,E, K .

DISEASE IN WHICH LOW CARB DIET IS REQUIRED:-

• Obesity
• Diabetes
• Liver disease .

DISEASE IN WHICH LOW FAT DIET IS REQUIRED:-

• Multiple sclerosis
• Heart diseases
• Obesity

OVERVIEW

Veganism is a way of living in which animal products are excluded from daily use from diet, clothing or any other purpose. Vegan diet has become very popular now-a-days. People are getting aware about the environmental concerns due to numerous animal deaths. So they are adopting vegan diet for environmental, health and ethical concerns. The diet includes plant-based foods and no animal products like meat, eggs or dairy products. If taken properly, it can lead to various health benefits like controlling blood sugar, preventing chronic diseases, maintaining heart health and losing weight.

However, it is said that complete plant-based diet causes nutrient deficiency as there are various types of nutrients that usually come from omnivorous diet. But persons who go for vegan diet are need to be more aware of their nutrient intake.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VEGAN DIET AND VEGETARIANISM?

In vegan diet, people do not consume meat like chicken, pork, fish, etc, eggs and dairy products. But in vegetarianism, people do not eat meat only. They consume dairy products, eggs or both. So the vegan diet is more restrictive and people will need to think more about their nutrients requirements.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF VEGAN DIET?

The vegan diet is of different types depending on the type of food involved:

• Raw food vegan diet
• Whole food vegan diet
• Starch solution diet
• 80/10/10 diet
• Raw till 4
• Thrive diet
• Junk food vegan diet

WHAT ARE THE FOODS WHICH CAN BE EATEN IN VEGAN DIET?

On a vegan diet, a person can eat the following foods which are obtained from plants:

• Fruits
• Vegetables
• Nuts and seeds
• Legumes like peas, lentils, beans, etc
• Rice and breads
• Soy milk, coconut milk, almond milk
• Vegetable oils
• Tofu, tempeh
• Flaxseeds, chia seeds and hemp
• Calcium-fortified yogurt and milk
• Algae
• Cereals and pseudocereals
• Fermented plant foods

FOODS WHICH ARE TO BE AVOIDED IN VEGAN DIET

Following are the foods which are not to be taken in vegan diet:

• Meat such as lamb, beef, pork, chicken, turkey, etc
• Seafood like crabs, mussels, squid, lobsters, shrimp, etc
• All types of fishes
• Eggs
• Dairy products such as milk, yogurt, butter, cheese, etc
• Bee products like honey, royal jelly, bee pollen, etc
• Mayoneisse
• Whey, casein, lactose, etc.

WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF VEGAN DIET?

There are various benefits of vegan diet, if taken regularly and properly. Following are the health benefits:

• Helps in losing weight
• Maintains a good heart health
• Reduces symptoms of arthritis like pain, swelling and stiffness in joints
• Helps in lowering sugar levels in blood, thereby preventing diabetes
• Helps in detoxifying body, thus keeps kidney healthy
• Reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease
• Prevents various types of cancers like uterine, cervical, mouth cancers, etc