The Magic Touch of Ayurveda In general terms, the history of massages dates back to thousands of years BC in India; with an increasing fame in the recent years, most of the medical centers or spas lead their approaches to the basic definition of massage as: “the manipulation of tissues (as by rubbing, kneading, or …
Platelet-rich plasma PRP, the Miracle of Regeneration Throughout the years, scientific investigation has found that the body owns the magnificent ability to heal itself. Consequently, the development of procedures as Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is a form of reconstructive medicine that can take advantage of such ability and it was demonstrated that amplifies the natural growth …
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Rasayana and its Significance in Health, Immunity and Longevity As well known, Ayurveda is the traditional Hindu system of medicine which aims to provide complete treatment and integrate body, mind, and spirit using a comprehensive holistic approach especially by emphasizing diet, herbal remedies, exercise, meditation, spirituality, breathing, and physical therapy. Consequently, Rasayana therapy is one …
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Panchakarma is a Sanskrit word that literally means “five actions” or “five treatments”. It is a means of flushing ama or toxins out of the body, thereby cleansing and rejuvenating the body and mind. It uses five methods or therapies that are guaranteed to detoxify the body. Vamana: Ideal for people who have a kapha dominant body and are suffering …
The Gandharva (gaan-darva) is a blissful massage treatment that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit. The Gandharva integrates the principles of sound healing, the movement of subtle energy, full-body massage, a crystal singing bowl, and marma therapy. The Gandharva (a Sanskrit term that means “sound” or “music”) is based on the ancient Indian tradition of …
PRP therapy is a minimally invasive treatment that uses platelet-rich plasma to promote soft tissue regeneration. It is a type of regenerative medicine that provides an optimum healing process to injuries and helps alleviate pain. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is defined as autologous blood with concentrations of platelets above baseline levels that contain several growth factors. The blood used for platelet-rich plasma is drawn directly from the patient. The …
Ayurveda proposes that the third and final vata stage of life lasts from mid-life until death. This period of our lives is considered a vata time precisely because it involves a natural physiological increase in the very qualities that tend to provoke vata. In this stage, we are gifted with wisdom and are drawn to teaching …
Sun safety is always in season. It’s important to protect your skin from sun damage throughout the year, no matter the weather. Why? Sun exposure can cause sunburn, skin aging (such as skin spots, wrinkles, or “leathery skin”), eye damage, and skin cancer, the most common of all cancers. Sun damage to the body is …
Cycling is a low impact aerobic exercise that offers a wealth of benefits. It also varies in intensity, so it’s suitable for all levels. You can cycle as a mode of transportation, for casual activity, or as an intense, competitive endeavor. Riding to work or the shops is one of the most time-efficient ways to …
Greeva Vasti is a Sanskrit term where greeva stands for neck and vasti means to hold something. Greeva Vasti is essentially the holding of herbal oils on the spine, starting from the neck. Greeva Vasti operates through Sweda (sweating) and falls under the Panchakarma strain of treatments. Sweda is performed with the help of warmed …