Alcohol and Erectile Dysfunction in Ayurveda

The position of alcohol in our society has always been unprecedented and more likely unpredictable. In this modern era, alcohol has been considered as hazardous drink for the human body. However, latest studies indicate …

Ushma Swedana – the Steam Fomentation in Ayurveda

It falls under the category of whole body sudation i.e. ‘sarvanga sweda’ in Ayurveda. In this procedure, a person is made to perspire by the application of medicated stream in a …

Use of Medicated Smoking in Ayurveda

This type of procedure is usually advocated after nasal medication or after medicated vomiting. The aim is to eliminate the remaining or lingering vitiated doshas from the respiratory tract. It is also used as …

Ayurvedic Dietary Guidelines for eating Raw foods

Digestion varies from person to person and is very individual. Though Ayurvedic doctors usually advise home cooked foods to alleviate of digestion, if you find that your digestion is sufficient to handle …

Benefits of Yoga

Yoga is a very old philosophy of life as well as a system of exercises that encourages the union of mind, body, and spirit. The word yoga means “union” in Sanskrit which is the language of ancient …

Veterinary Science in Ayurveda

In ancient days, elephants and horses formed important agents in the wars and as such particular care was taken regarding their health. Animals were the wealth of the ancient Aaryans and prayers for their protection …

Home Remedies for Toothache

Toothache is ache in the area of your jaw and face. Toothaches and gum problems are common but generally can be prevented by taking good care of your teeth and gums. Toothache can be treated with …

Mental Urges In Ayurveda

These are termed as dharaniya vega (the urges to be controlled) in Ayurveda. One has to control them to be healthy as the health doesn’t contain only physical fitness but also consists of mental stability. …

Gout or Vatarakta

Gout or vatarakta is one of the most widespread forms of Arthritis. It appears as an acute attack often coming in nights. Gout or vatarakta usually affects only 1 or 2 joints or sandhis at …

Recommendation For Mild Hypertension

The hypertension is considered to be the Vata Dosha dominant situation in Ayurveda. One should avoid all the factors that aggravate the Vata Dosha. This may include avoiding the dry food like pulses, beans etc. …