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Why does cholesterol get deposited in arteries? – Scientific explanation in Ayurveda

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              In today’s time, problems like Heart Attack, Stroke, Blood Pressure, Diabetes, etc. have become very common. One of the main root causes behind these diseases is cholesterol/plaque deposition in arteries (Atherosclerosis). This is not just “fat” alone; it is a combination of Ama, Inflammation, blood impurities, damage to arterial wall, etc. From the Ayurvedic point of view, this mainly occurs due to: Medo Dhatu Dushti (vitiation of fat tissue) Ama formation Srotorodha (blockage of channels) Dhamani Pratichaya (hardening/thickening of arteries) These together lead to cholesterol deposition in arteries. 1) Why does cholesterol increase in arteries? – Causes (A) Excess oily and fatty diet (Oily food) Excess oil, ghee, fried items, meat, fast foods, etc. increase Kapha and Meda, leading to raised cholesterol. Shloka (Charaka – Santarpana) अव्यायामाद् दिवास्वप्नात् स्नेहात् मधुरभोजनात् । मेदः प्रकोपमाप्नोति॥ Meaning: Lack of exercise, day slee...

INTAKE (OR) DIETARY GUIDELINES / EATING DISCIPLINE IN AYURVEDA, REFERRED TO AS: AHARA VIDHI VIDHAN (PROPER RULES AND PROCEDURE OF EATING

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                                                Mindful Eating is not a modern trend. It is ancient wisdom presented in a modern form. In Ayurveda, this concept is clearly explained as “Ahara Vidhi Vidhan” (proper rules and discipline of eating). 1. Importance of Food Intake In Ayurveda, food is considered as medicine. Shloka: “आहारसम्भवं वस्तु रोगाश्च आहारसम्भवाः” — (Charaka Samhita) Meaning: The body is formed from food, and diseases also arise due to improper food. 👉 Therefore, how we eat (mindfulness) is a key factor in maintaining health. 2. Mindful Eating = Eating with a Satvik (Pure and Calm) Mind In Ayurveda, the mental state during eating is very important. Shloka: “इष्टान्नं अश्नीयात् नातिद्रुतं नातिविलम्बितम्” — (Charaka Samhita) Meaning: One should eat food that is suitable and pleasing, and should not eat too fast, should not eat too slowly, but should e...

PREPARE FOOD ACCORDING TO AYURVEDA FOR HEALTH AND LONGEVITY

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              Preparing food in Ayurveda (Āhāra Vidhi) is not just cooking—it is a complete science of health, digestion, and longevity .    🌿 1. Importance of Food in Ayurveda  – from Charaka Samhita “आहारसम्भवं वस्तु रोगाश्चाहारसम्भवाः।” Meaning: Both the body and diseases arise from food......   So food can be medicine or poison depending on how it is prepared and consumed. .... How to Prepare Food (Āhāra Vidhi – Cooking Rules) 🔹 (A) Use Fresh and Natural Ingredients ...  “नित्यं  हिताहारविहारसेवी…” Meaning: One who consumes wholesome food regularly maintains health. ...Practical Rules: Use fresh grains, vegetables, fruits                                                    AVOID: Reheated food Stored food (especially overnight)                ...

ELDERLY PEOPLE SHOULD HAVE OIL BATH OR ABHYANGA FOR HEALTH & GERIATRIC EFFECTS

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     Oil Bath for Senior Citizens in Ayurveda (Abhyanga + Snana in Vṛddhāvasthā) In Ayurveda, oil bath (Abhyanga followed by Bath) is especially recommended for elderly people (Vṛddhāvasthā). With aging, Vata doṣa naturally increases, leading to dryness, stiffness, degeneration and weakness. Sneha (oil) pacifies Vata and nourishes body tissues. Classical References 1. Daily Oil Massage Recommendation ....From Charaka Samhita (Sutra Sthana 5/88–89) अभ्यङ्गमाचरेन्नित्यं स जराश्रमवातहन् । दृष्टिप्रसादपुष्ट्यायु: स्वप्नसुत्वक्त्वदार्ढ्यकृत् ॥ First Line Treatment in Vata Diseases From Charaka Samhita (Sutra Sthana 20) अभ्यङ्गात् कफवातघ्नं दृढत्वं लाघवं सुखम् । सुदृढा त्वक् बलं पुष्टिर्दीर्घायुष्यमवाप्नुयात् ॥ Benefits of Abhyanga From Sushruta Samhita अभ Removal of Dryness and Fatigue From Ashtanga Hridaya रुक्षता क्लम वातश्च नश्यन्त्यभ्यङ्गसेवनात् । Benefits of Oil Bath in Elderly Pacifies Vata doṣa Lubricates joints Prevents joint degeneration Nourishes muscles and nerves I...

UTERINE FIBROIDS OR ANY FIBROIDS CAN BE TREATED AT STAGES BY AYURVEDA MEDICINES... NEEDS EVALUATION .

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            Granthi Concept (Classical Ayurvedic Understanding) Granthi refers to a glandular or nodular swelling/encapsulation arising due to vitiation of doshas and dhatus (especially Kapha, Vata combined with Rakta/Mamsa/Meda).  Garbhashayagata Granthi signifies such growths in or around the uterus. (UTERINE FIBROIDS)  There isn’t a specific classical Sanskrit sloka exclusively for fibroids, but texts on Granthi, Gulma, Sopha and Yoniroga cover principles used in management.   Sushruta Samhita (Nidana Sthana – Granthi Nidana) 🔹 Definition of Granthi वातपित्तकफैर्दुष्टैर्मांसमेदोऽसृगादिभिः । वृत्तं स्थिरं च शोफं तु ग्रन्थिमित्यभिधीयते ॥ Meaning: When vitiated Vata, Pitta, Kapha along with Mamsa (muscle), Meda (fat), Rakta (blood) produce a round, firm swelling, it is called Granthi.  This description closely matches the pathological nature of uterine fibroid (firm muscular benign tumor). 🔹 Mamsaja Granthi मांसप्रदुष्टे मांसाभं ...

Concept of Beauty in Āyurveda.

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          प्रसन्नात्मेन्द्रियमनाः स्वस्थ इत्यभिधीयते” — Caraka Saṃhitā, Sūtrasthāna 1/4 Meaning: A person with balanced soul, senses and mind is called healthy—and this itself manifests as beauty. Thus health = beauty in Āyurveda.... In Āyurveda, beautification is not merely external decoration; it is “Saundarya” arising from inner balance of Doṣa, Dhātu, Agni and Manas. Classical texts describe Kānti (lustre), Prasāda (clarity), Varṇa (complexion), and Bala (vitality) as signs of true beauty. Doṣa–Dhātu Balance “समदोषः समाग्निश्च समधातुमलक्रियः” — Caraka Saṃhitā, Sū. 1/41 Balanced Doṣas and Dhātus give: Clear skin Firm muscles Shining eyes Stable hair and nails. .... “दीर्घमायुः स्मृतिमेधाबलारोग्यं तरुणवयः प्रभां वर्णं स्वरौदार्यं देहिन्द्रियबलप्रदम्” — Caraka Cikitsāsthāna 1/7 Benefits: Youthfulness Glow (Prabhā) Enhanced complexion (Varṇa) Strength of skin, hair, sense organs. .... अभ्यङ्गं आचर्य नित्यं स जराश्रमवातहा दृष्टिप्रसादपुष्ट्यायु: स्वप्नसुत्वक्प्र...

SPURS OR BONY PROJECTIONS ;THOUGHT BEFORE A SURGERY OR ANY PROCEDURES ..... AYURVEDA HAS REMEDY.

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AYURVEDA HAS REMEDY.                                                              Heel spurs occur when calcium deposits build up on the underside of the heel bone, a process that usually occurs over a period of many months. Heel spurs are often caused by strains on foot muscles and ligaments, stretching of the plantar fascia, and repeated tearing of the membrane that covers the heel bone. Heel spurs are especially common among athletes whose activities include large amounts of running and jumping.   Heel spurs can happen as a reaction to stress and inflammation caused by plantar fasciitis. Over time your body responds to the stress by building extra bone tissue. This extra tissue becomes a heel spur. Most people don't feel pain from their heel spur, but when they do, the pain is like plantar fasciitis pain.A bone spur, als...