The world today is plagued by numerous diseases. Advancement in medical science has led to the discovery of many therapies and treatment which to a large extent has alleviated human problems. Ayurveda, which has been widely recognized as a system of natural health care for both men as well as women describes a wide-ranging system of natural medicine that put forth a range of approaches for different aspects of life, which if taken together have the ability to generate perfect health and long life. But the obvious question that arises is that how relevant or effective is this ancient system of health care to people of today, when technological progression have drastically altered our lifestyles, our environment as well as our medicine? Ayurveda is the science of life which not just deals with cure of some diseases but has become a complete way of life. Ayurveda provides holistic treatment for combating physical as well as mental illnesses. This ancient form of treatment has not just been proven but also been accepted around the globe. Ayurveda makes use of drug (prepared from natural herbs), promotes behavioral changes and intake of nutritious diet so that problems related to mind and body can

Hypertension or high blood pressure is a disease which is characterized by more than normal blood pressure in either the arteries or the veins. One of the major causes of death and disability in the world, hypertension is also known as ‘silent killer’ as this disease may exist without any perceptible symptoms. According to Ayurveda, hypertension is a result of vitiation of vayu or air. It involves all the doshas, the heart, and the blood vessels. In high blood pressure, signs and symptoms of derangement of vata dosha is seen. By correcting the balance of vata dosha, high blood pressure could be controlled. Pitta visiation is often seen and should be treated. Hypertension may be caused due to extreme intake of alcohol; salt; lack of exercise. All these lead to incessant sluggishness of the heart muscle, which may further lead to heart attack, kidney failure stroke etc. Though there are no noticeable symptoms, some of the basic symptoms of hypertension are inability to sleep well, palpitations, giddiness, weakness, and impairment of digestion. Also referred to as Rakta Capa Vriddhi, Ayurveda recommends dietary measures along with some physical and breathing exercises like (Pranayama), yoga, meditation etc have proved to be extremely

Obesity could be defined as accumulation of excessive fats in our body. It is the most common nutritional disorder that had affected nearly two-thirds of adults in the United States. Millions of Americans are trying to lose weight, spending approximately $30 billion a year on diet programs and products. However, most of these diet programs have failed to provide long-term success as most of the people following these diet plans have regained the lost weight in a couple of years or so. In fact, not even a single weight loss regime has proved to be successful in providing permanent and long –term results. Ayurveda, which is a 5000 years science of medicine, has solution to our current problem. Ayurveda considers each person as distinct entity and therefore treats every person who is obese in a different way. Since, we all are very different, so naturally one diet program does not fit for everyone. Ayurveda respects that individuality in each person and help create custom-made plans in order to uphold the unique balance for each individual. It is our basic body constitution which determines the kind of food that one should eat in order to loose weight. Defined as ‘Medaroga’ in

Everyone at some point or another has been angry. Anger is an important emotion, and in certain circumstances it can be healthy to express it. However, it becomes detrimental when it is uncontrolled. This is where the need for anger management comes to picture. Learning how to deal with anger is vital in leading healthy lifestyle. Anger causes increased release of adrenalin, causes high blood pressure, and increases your heart rate; possibly causing stroke, and heart attack. Anger produces intense guilt, feelings of failure, depression, constant anxiety, and violent fury. Poor or mismanagement of anger may lead to divorce; road rage, workplace violence, and many ailments like sleep disorders, chronic headaches and digestive problems.   Many people think that suppressing anger is anger management. However, this is a dangerous way of anger management and may lead to both mental as well as physical health problems, if suppressed for a long period of time. Moreover, suppressing your anger recurrently can restrict your capability to act appropriately in the face of real challenges.   So, if you are someone who is struggling to deal with anger, there are a number of useful anger management techniques available. Try the following easy to do

The healing powers of Tulsi (Holy Basil) are tremendous. The leaves, flowers and trunk of Tulsi are used for various medicinal purposes. Tulsi is also considered useful for treating ailments such as jaundice, blood-related diseases, fevers and skin problems. The ancient system of Ayurveda describes the many virtues and uses of Tulsi. It also occupies a place of great respect among Hindus. The Tulsi plant is often present in the homes of Hindu families and is worshipped every morning. If there is a Tulsi plant in the home, its environment it purified. It also minimizes the chances of harmful elements entering into the home. Followers of Hindu religion celebrate the wedding ceremony of Tulsi with great devotion and holiness. On the full moon day of Karitka month, the wedding ceremony of Tulsi and Shaligram, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, is celebrated. Women organize this ceremony with great devotion according to established custom. They also fast on this occasion. The wedding rituals for Tulsi begin with Prabodhini Ekadashi of Kartika Shukla, and on the full moon day of Kartika month, Tulsi is wedded to Shaligram. Due to the holiness of Tulsi, she is considered the most beneficial in worshipping Lord Vishnu.

Fasting is considered an important element of ritual adoration, but even more than this, it is really a very important and necessary step towards attainment of perfection in ritual work. During the period of ritual adoration, fasting is helpful in maintaining a due concentration of mind by way of constraints in conduct, and plays an important role in getting rid of mental strain and lethargy, which are believed to be the greatest hurdle for concentration of the mind. It is not only the religious tasks where the importance of fasting is recognized, but it also signifies scientific values based on authentic facts. A big reason of lethargy is understood to be uncontrolled and excessive intake of grainy food items. Intoxicated by grainy food items, different parts of our body acquire laxity. As a result we begin to feel lethargic. But food is still necessary for the supply of energy in our body. No food no life. Food is necessary to maintain the body and its energy level. It is not just the intake of food that brings in lethargy and mental strain. They also worsen when there is lack of control or lust for food. In simple terms, fasting implies