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- Ayurveda Medicinal Properties of Guduchi or Tinospora Cardifolia - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriThe herb Guduchi is a climber. It belongs to Minispermaceae family and has a botanical name Tinospora Cardifolia. This herb usually grows in tropical regions and is available in abundance in India, Myanmar and Srilanaka . The climber bears heart shaped leaves and yellow colored flowers. The ...
Views: 1535 - Dry cracked heels in diabetic patients – Tips to follow - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriDry skin on heel always has a tendency to crack. Continued pressure on heels aggravates the condition. Persons suffering from diabetes have to take an extra care about dry cracked heel. Micro organisms like fungus and bacteria tend to settle down in these cracks causing infection and wounds. The ...
Views: 1535 - Commending Cumin seeds - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriCummin seed or jeera is seeds of flowering plant Cuminum Cyminum . This plant, native of east India and east Mediterranean, belongs to family Apeaceae. The herbaceous plant Cuminum Cyminum grows to a height of 20- 30 cms. Leaves of this plant are pinnate and bear thread like leaflets. The ...
Views: 1533 - Dealing with Sleep disturbances while working in shifts –An ayurveda view - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriOur body functions like hormone release, body temperature, sleep-wake cycles etc, are caused due to Circadian rhythm which intern controlled by our biological clock. Circadian rhythms are responses of living beings for its surrounding environment, primarily to light and darkness. This rhythm ...
Views: 1529(2 votes) - 16 Home remedies for Psoriasis - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriPsoriasis affects both genders. This condition is not infectious. It is a prolonged inflammation of skin. The causes of psoriasis are still unclear. Psoriasis may start at any age. Here are few home remedies and self care tips for psoriasis. 1. Keep skin moist: Apply plenty of moisturizer on ...
Views: 1527 - Back Acne Natural Home Remedies - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriWhat is back acne? Back acne is same condition as facial acne. The sebaceous glands on skin get stimulated by androgen and produce excess sebum. Sebum is an oily substance produced by oil glands of skin. Over produced sebum clog’s pores on skin and prevent the release of dead skin cells. Thus ...
Views: 1507 - Magnificent Mango - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriMango belongs to the family “Anacardiaceae”. It has the scientific name “Magnifera Indica” and is widely found in India and south East Asia. Mango trees have deep roots and reach the height of 40 ft - 120 ft . Young mango leaves are copper in color and matured ones have deep green color. The ...
Views: 1501 - Fighting low back pain - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriThere are innumerable causes for low back pain. It may arise due to wrong sitting posture, injury to lower part of spine, slip disc, overweight, osteoarthritis, etc. Usually low back pain can be brought under control without going for surgery. Surgery should be the last option. 1. As soon as ...
Views: 1499(1 vote) - Hysteric about headache? - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriHeadaches are one of the most common health grievances of students, adults and even children, Headaches are very common and usually do not point to a serious illness. But even a mild headache can disrupt your daily activities What actually happens in your body to cause headache? The ...
Views: 1494(1 vote) - Keeping Well When Monsoon Dwells - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriFirst showers of monsoon are heartily welcomed by everyone after experiencing the scorching heat of summer. But monsoons reduce the immunity of our body and make us susceptible to many diseases which are commonly associated with this season. It is time for us to keep our body resistant against ...
Views: 1492 - Simple Tips to rectify erectile dysfunction - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriErectile dysfunction which is a very common complaint can be generally rectified by following few simple steps. Here goes the list of simple but effective tips to rectify erectile dysfunction. Avoid consumption of alcohol. If you are addicted to alcohol restrict the intake. Alcohol acts on ...
Views: 1484 - Erectile dysfunction in Diabetes - An Ayurvedic view - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriErectile dysfunction (ED) is the inability of a man to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for his sexual needs or the needs of his partner. Erectile dysfunction is sometimes called as “impotence”. The term "erectile dysfunction" can mean the inability to achieve erection, an ...
Views: 1459 - Herpes Symptoms - An ayurvedic view - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriIn herpes there is an involvement of three doshas (vata, pitta , kapha) and four tissues (blood, lymph, skin and muscle).It is caused by imbalance of three doshas which in turn vitiate four tissues .The ratio of involvement of doshas can be decided by carefully examining the symptoms exhibited ...
Views: 1455(1 vote) - Gout - An Ayurveda View - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriGout usually affects big toe, heel, ankle, elbow or wrist. It is a form of arthritis which is acute in onset. The gout attack occurs suddenly and passes away after a week or ten days. Severe pain, redness and swelling in joints are typical symptoms of gout. Gout occurs when uric acid level ...
Views: 1452 - Skin care with herbs - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriSkin is the largest organ in human body .Naturally fresh and healthy skin is protector of body and a thing of beauty. Texts of ayurveda recommend many herbs and natural remedies to protect our skin from acne, pimple, scars, marks and wrinkles. These herbs and herbal remedies not only help in ...
Views: 1430(1 vote) - Gobi 65-A tasty snack - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriIngredients: 1. Cauliflower – 1 big 2. Corn flour – 1 cup. 3. Onion – 2 (finely chopped) 4. Ginger garlic paste – 1 tea spoon 5. Cooking oil – 3 cups 6. Red chilly powder – 3 tea spoons (or according to taste) 7. Garam masala – 1 tea spoon 8. Cumin seed powder – 1 tea spoon 9. Dhaniya ...
Views: 1425 - Benefits of walking for men suffering from Impotence - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriWalking is the best exercise for everyone. Its innumerable benefits are lauded by health experts from all fields. Walking is the best and safe form of exercises, which can be adopted by persons irrespective of their age. Hippocrates has said “Walking is man's best medicine “. Men who ...
Views: 1422 - Medicinal properties of turmeric - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriTurmeric is a house hold spice in India. It is used in every salt and spiced dish.Turmeric is a common home remedy for many ailments like wounds, cough, cold etc. It is also used as a main ingredient in many home made face packs and other beauty preparations. Ayurveda acaharyas have coined many ...
Views: 1422 - Home remedies with banana plant parts - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriBanana is effectively used as an active ingredient in many home remedies for different health conditions. Beauty Face packs: Bananas are rich source of vitamins and minerals which are vital for skin. Face masks of banana help in many skin conditions. For dry skin: Banana face pack ...
Views: 1409 - Garlic coconut spread - garlic dry chutney - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriGarlic has immense medicinal value. It is used as main ingredient in many ayurvedic preparations. Preparation of Garlic coconut spread (garlic dry chutney) Ingredients: 1. ½ dry grated coconut 2. Dry Red chillies –(according to taste) 3. Garlic cloves – 8 to 10 4. Sugar – ½ tea ...
Views: 1402 - Psoriasis - A natural ayurvedic herbal treatment - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriPsoriasis is a prolonged inflammation of skin. The causes of psoriasis are still unclear. This condition is neither infectious (Do not spread from one person to another) nor does it affect the general health. It affects both the genders and may start at any age. Psoriasis is quite common, ...
Views: 1402(1 vote) - Beaming health with neem - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriNeem is known for its immeasurable medicinal properties and is used as a main ingredient in many home remedies. Commending the medicinal properties of neem, numerous sanskrit names have been coined by our ayurveda acharyas . Few of them are mentioned below. 1. It is known as Nimba as it ...
Views: 1391 - Manifold Wonders of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriMassage has been used as a remedial measure from centuries. Massaging causes various physiological effects which comfort the body. Manually kneading or manipulating the soft tissues to relieve pain, discomfort, stress and to promote health and wellness is called as ‘massage’. The techniques of ...
Views: 1386 - Ayurveda description of Sleep - by Submitted on May 25, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriSleep is a physical and mental resting state of a person. During sleep he becomes inactive and will not be aware of surrounding environment. His senses do not respond to external stimuli. According to ayurveda sleep is “ yadaa tu manasi klaante karmaatmaanaha klamaanvitaaha | Vishayebhyo ...
Views: 1385(1 vote) - Hair loss prevention through Ayurveda - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriHair loss is experienced by all of us at one or the other time. To know the causes of hair fall, it is very essential to know the structure of hair and its normal growth cycle. Structure of hair The hair on our scalp can be divided into two parts, the root and shaft. The root part of hair ...
Views: 1382(1 vote) - Health care for globe trotters - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Dr.Savitha Suri50% of people, who travel, suffer a travel – related illness. All travelers should be well prepared for travel and be prepared to protect themselves from travel related illness. In this issue various aspects of travel related illness have been discussed with related protective ...
Views: 1374 - Diabetic diet for South Indians - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Dr.Savitha SuriBefore pondering about the diet plan please note these thumb rules for diabetes diet 1. A strict no for sweets, chocolates, ice creams, jams, jellies etc 2. Stay away from fats- avoid ghee, butter, deep fried foods, red meat etc 3. Divide your diet in 5-6 small portions spread over a day. The ...
Views: 1367 - Lose your Body fat but not Muscle mass - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2013 from Dr.Savitha SuriIntroduction :When a person is overweight, health professionals advise him to lose weight. Losing weight means burning extra fat accumulated in tissues of body. In this process there are chances that we may lose portion of lean muscle mass. When a person undertakes a weight loss program it is ...
Views: 1366 - Ayurveda medicinal properties of onion - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriThe herbaceous plant onion grows in temperate zones. It belongs to family “Liliaceae” and has latin name “Allium Cepa”. The plant reaches a height of 2-5 ft and bears cluster of greenish white flowers. Onions develop from the base of leaves to form underground bulbs. Seeds of onion are black in ...
Views: 1357 - Prepare baby food or cereal at home - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriParents will be under utter confusion when their tiny tot is 4 months old. Now they have to introduce him to the world of solid foods. Numerous advertisements on TVs and magazines about baby formula foods aggravate the state of confusion. Did our parents and grandparents face the same dilemma ...
Views: 1352(1 vote) - Lose weight through these 17 guaranteed methods - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Dr.Savitha SuriThe resent statistics and researches have revealed that obesity or over weight is a growing global health problem. A person is called over weight or obese, when his/her weight is more than normal. Factors like age, height and race are considered to calculate normal weight of a person. Obesity ...
Views: 1351(2 votes) - Tips to control migraine headaches - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriMigraine headache slows down our daily routine and sometimes it may halt our chores for a day or two. Modern world life styles push people to a whirlpool of work and stress. Unhealthy lifestyle and diet worsens the matter. This is a very favorable condition for migraine headache to spring up. ...
Views: 1338(1 vote) - Cool curd rice for summer: - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriIngredients: Rice: 1 cup Water : 3 cups Thick curd: - 3 cups Finely chopped coriander leaves – ¼ cup White grapes (slit into halves) – 1 cup Broken Cashews – ¼ cup Curry leaves – 15 Red chilly – 2 Mustard – ¼ tea spoon Asafetida – 1 pinch Sugar – ½ spoon Ghee – 2 tea spoon Oil – 2 ...
Views: 1328 - Ayurveda approach to Indigestion and concept of Agni - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriThe word “Indigestion” is commonly used to describe the discomfort in one’s belly mostly caused after food consumption. Fullness, bloating, nausea, heart burn are other symptoms of Indigestion. Before discussing Indigestion, understanding the process of digestion is very essential. The ...
Views: 1316 - Diabetes diet facts and ayurveda view - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Dr.Savitha SuriPatients suffering from diabetes have to be well educated about their diet to keep the blood sugar level under control. A well planned diet always helps to keep the diabetic complications at bay. Here are few important facts which have to be carefully noted by diabetic patients, while consuming ...
Views: 1311 - Properties of ghee (Clarified butter) as described in Ayurveda - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriGhee and oil are widely used in ayurveda system of medicine as mediums to administer herbal preparations. Herbs, pastes of herbs or decoction of herbs are infused in oil or ghee and later administered to patients after diagnosing the conditions and diseases. Properties of ghee: Ghee ...
Views: 1311 - Beaming Health With Neem - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2008 from Dr.Savitha SuriNeem is known for its immeasurable medicinal properties and is used as a main ingredient in many home remedies. Commending the medicinal properties of neem, numerous sanskrit names have been coined by our ayurveda acharyas . Few of them are mentioned below. 1. It is known as Nimba as it ...
Views: 1309 - Water - the Elixir of Life - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2008 from Dr.Savitha Suri75% of earth’s area is covered by water. Water is the major component of all living beings and it is the major constituent of human cells. Ayurveda considers water (aap or jala) as one of panchamahabhutas. ( Panchamahabhutas constitute human body). Water provides a good medium for most of ...
Views: 1299 - Broken Wheat Pudding - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriIngredients: Broken wheat: 1 cup Milk: 3 cups (pasturised or boiled) Jaggery (traditional unrefined cane sugar)– 2 cups (or according to taste) Ghee: ½ cup Water: 3 cups Cashews: ¼ cup Raisins (draksha): ¼ cup Almonds: ¼ cup Cardamom: (powdered) – ½ tea spoon Preparation Method: ...
Views: 1282 - Fighting Obesity - an ayurvedic way - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriDefinition of Obesity Excess amount of body fat is Obesity. Excess weight of muscles, bone, fat and water in the body (like body builders and athletes) is Overweight. Over weighted persons are at increased health risk than normal persons. They are more prone to chronic diseases like ...
Views: 1268 - Veg Cutlet - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Dr.Savitha SuriIngredients: Carrot – 1medium sized ( cut into medium cubes) Potato – 2 medium sized ( cut into medium cubes) Green peas – ½ cup Cauliflower (gobi) – 1 cup (florets) Coriander leaves – ¼ cup (finely chopped) Onion – 1 medium sized (finely chopped) Bread crumbs – ¾ cup Corn flour – 1 ...
Views: 1264 - Keep back pain at bay - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2007 from Dr.Savitha SuriIntroduction Back pain is the most common complaint among adults under 45. Back pain brings their activities to a complete halt and intervenes in the progress of their career. Researchers say that it is really a challenge to a physician to find out the true cause of back pain. Here is a ...
Views: 1209 - Effect of stress on our body and tips to reduce stress - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriStress is one of the main causes for heart disease, erectile dysfunction, low libido etc. Anything which leads to stress can cause the following effects 1.Difficulty in sleeping: Stress and worry can cause insomnia. Insomnia leads to tiredness and fatigue 2.Indigestion: Stress causes ...
Views: 1199(1 vote) - Medicinal properties of Black Musli - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriBlack musli (Curculigo orchioides) is a herb that belongs to the family Hypoxidaceae. It is a native of temperate regions such as Chota-Nagapur plateau and Deccan plateau in India. The medicinal properties of this herb are elucidated in several texts of ayurveda. It is also a major ingredient ...
Views: 1199 - Preventing Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy Through Ayurveda - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2008 from Dr.Savitha SuriDefinition: Benign prostatic hypertrophy is swelling of Prostate gland. The prostate is a walnut sized gland that is only present in men. It is located just below the bladder and top of the penis. This gland surrounds the urethra ( the tube through which urine flows from the bladder and out ...
Views: 1191 - Care For Glittering Pair - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2008 from Dr.Savitha SuriOnce while browsing through the internet, I came across a short and sweet poem, written by an unknown author, describing the beauty of eyes and expressions hidden in them. The poem was so beautiful that I just made a note of it. Here is the poem. In Your Eyes In your eyes I see a thousand ...
Views: 1153 - Purification Therapy In Ayurveda - by Submitted on May 01, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriPanchakarma involves 5 types of detoxification methods. They are 1. vamana 2. Virechana 3. Anuvasana basthi 4. Niruha basthi 5. Nasya karma Vamana Vamana means expelling doshas through oral route . It is emesis therapy. Before inducing vamana the toxins and vitiated doshas are ...
Views: 1102 - Acne Free Skin Through Ayurveda - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2007 from Dr.Savitha SuriAcne is a very common skin problem which affects young people at their puberty and few adults till they reach 45. Acne are referred as Youvana pitikas (which means the eruptions of youth) in ayurveda. This shows the prevalence of acne from ages. Ayurveda has described the causes of acne and ...
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