Article by Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa S, B.A.M.SWe have to consider many factors in treating diseases. Many Acharyas have given different sets of factors to be considered in treating diseases, in…
Winter Citrus Salad with Ginger Tahini Dressing
If you find yourself craving a spot of sunshine during the darker winter months, whip up a platter of this bright citrus fruit salad and revel in the jewels of winter. Feel free to play…
How to Make Hot Honey
Ever wondered how to make hot honey? This easy hot honey recipe requires just 3 simple ingredients and 10 minutes for the most amazing sauce or condiment. It can be drizzled on everything from pizza…
Yashtyadi Vasti / Basti: Ingredients, Method of preparation,…
Article by Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa, B.A.M.SYashtyadi Basti Reference – The reference of this decoction enema is from Charaka Samhita – Siddhi Sthana, Chapter 3, verse 46. Name analysis & mode…
Oromandibular Dystonia: Ayurveda Understanding
Article by Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa S, B.A.M.SOromandibular Dystonia (OMD) is a rare neurological disorder. It causes involuntary and repetitive contractions in the muscles of the face, jaw and mouth. Eventually…
Treatment Principles of Samsarga and Sannipata Doshas according…
Article by Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa S, B.A.M.SSamsarga means combination of two doshas. Sannipata means combination of all the three doshas. Samsargaja Vyadhis are the diseases caused by simultaneous aggravation of…
Oromandibular Dystonia: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, Treatment, Ayurveda Understanding
Article by Dr Manasa S, B.A.M.SOromandibular Dystonia (OMD) is a rare neurological disorder that causes involuntary and repetitive muscle contractions in the face, jaw, and mouth. These muscle spasms can result in abnormal movements or…
Considering Vyadhi Bala, Agni Bala and Purusha Bala…
Article by Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa S, B.A.M.SAcharya Sushruta emphasizes on consideration of three major factors in determining the dose and action of Shamana Aushadhas i.e. palliative medicines. He stresses that…
Pachana Therapy: With Shamana and Langhana Effect
Article by Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa S, B.A.M.SPachana means ‘to digest’ or ‘to cook’. Pachana is an important treatment principle and also a therapy in Ayurveda. By default, Pachana means ‘Ama…
Meaning of Shuddha Chikitsa
Article by Dr Raghuram Y.S. MD (Ay) & Dr Manasa S, B.A.M.SShuddha = pure, properly done, effectiveChikitsa = treatment A treatment done in pure form and properly executed in such a way that its effect…