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    Rutusandhi-Seasonal Transition and Rutushodhana-Panchakarma during each seasonal change Authored by: Dr. PK Lathika, Dr. Valsaladevi K, Dr. Karthik K Nandan, Dr. Gayatri S, Dr. Ariya VS

    Ayurveda Rutucharya Seasonal regimen
    Ayurveda lifestyle for health and wellness

    What is the meaning of Rutu with respect to Ayurveda?

    Rutu means season. The cyclical climate changes that happen in a year are classified into seasons and named as Rutu in Ayurveda. Classic textbooks start the Rutu cycle based on the Winter and Summer solstices or Dakshinayana and Uttarayana. Uttarayana comprises 3 Rutus or seasons Shishira-Winter (Mid-January-Mid March), Vasantha-Spring (Mid-March- Mid May), and Greeshma-Summer (Mid-May-Mid  July). Dakshinayana comprises 3 seasons Varsha-Rainy season (Mid-July-Mid-September), Sharat-Autumn (Mid-September-Mid-November), and Hemantha-Fall (Mid-November-Mid January). This classification is based on the temperate climatic zone above the Tropic of Cancer. The tropical climate basically has only three seasons, 4 month-long Vasantha-Greeshma- Summer (February-May), 5 months-long Varsha-Sharat-Monsoon Rains (June-October), and a short 3-month-long Hemantha-Moderate Winter (November-January)

    What is Rutucharya?

    Rutuacharya means seasonal regimen which involves lifestyle and diet adaptations to suit the seasonal climatic changes a person and community has to make so as to stay healthy and safe. Charya means disciplined routine or practice

    What is Rutu Sandhi?

    Rutu Sandhi is the transition period when the climate of the existing season weans and the features of the upcoming season slowly gain momentum.  The two weeks, the last week of the previous season and the first week of the ensuing season is called Rutusandhi. This is the buffer period when individuals and communities have to slowly reduce the lifestyle changes of the existing season and start practicing the changes required for the coming season in their diet and lifestyle

    What is Rutu Shodhana? What is the importance of Rutushodhana?

    Rutushodhana is the observance of the apt Panchakarma procedure to prevent disease precipitated by the seasonal changes and promote health. Rutu shodhana is the detoxification to be followed in order to prevent the disease and as a healthy lifestyle practice. The process helps to manage the seasonal pathological changes that have happened in the body so that they do not escalate to a full-blown disease condition. For example, after a winter, if the sinuses are decongested, an episode of sinusitis can be prevented in summer. Rutucharya, in Ayurveda terms is a way of life to achieve the state of health which is dosha balance by following Ayurveda health principles and guidelines

    Who should do Rutushodhana?

    All people, irrespective of whether they are patients or healthy persons should follow Rutushodhana according to the seasons of the place they are living. Rutushodhana should always be done as per the prescription of a competent Ayurveda doctor, as prescriptions are always personalized based on health condition and season of the place

    How many Rutusandhis are to be observed? What Rutusodhana has to be followed in each?

    Sharat-Hemanta Rutusandhi: Abhyanga-warm oil application on the body, Murdhnitaila-head oil application, Avagahasweda-steam and sitz bath, Vimardhana-systematised pressure massage, Utsadana-herbal powder massage, Anjana-medicated eyeliner, and some other special procedures are advised as part of Rutushodhana in this Rutusandhi srotas. These procedures help to reduce the health issues that can affect during the following winter as well as remove the stress and strain of  the past days

    Hemanta-Shishira Rutusandhi: Abhyanga and Swedana should be regularly followed along with the procedures advised for Sharat-Hemanta Rutusandhi

    Shirisha-Vasantha Rutusandhi: Vamana-induced emesis, Nasya-nasal drops, Niroohavasti-medicated decoction enema, Kavalagraham-medicated herbal gargling, Utsaadanam-herbal powder massage,  Vyayama-exercise, Anjana-medicated eyeliner, and Teekshnadhooma-medicated fume inhalation are the Panchakarma procedures advised. Hot water is advised for all purposes.

    Vasantha-Greeshma Rutusandhi: Soothing and calming Panchakarma therapies like Thiktaksheeradhara-bitter medicated milk irrigation and other procedures. Since this is a sensitive Rutusandhi, a customized Panchakarma process is advised

    Greeshma-Varsha Rutusandhi: Preparatory purification including Poorvakarma,-preparatory procedures followed by Virechana-medicated induced purgation, and  Asthapanavasthi-medicated oil/ghee/meat soup/animal fat enema are the Panchakarma procedures advised during the Rutusandhi

    Varsha-Sharat Rutusandhi: Thiktaghrita Snehapana-systematic ingestion of bitter medicated fat, Sheetha Kashaya Virechana-induced controlled purgation with specific cold potency bitter drugs, and Raktamokshana-controlled bloodletting. properly should proceed thus; in the first place to consider the seasons of the year and what effect each of them produces.”

    What are the benefits of Rutushodhana? Which diseases are prevented?

    Different types of communicable, infectious, and non-infectious fevers, metabolic disorders, blood disorders, skin diseases, allergies, renal calculi, gall stones, arthritic diseases, and digestive disorders are a few diseases that can be prevented or mitigated with Rutushodhana Panchakarma. Apart from disease prevention Rutushodhana helps in detoxification, vitalization, and rejuvenation of the person as well as negating the health issues arising out of the day-to-day activities of life. Rutusandhi also is very potential in ensuring the sexual and reproductive health of the person. For proper Rutushodhana, the person should know the importance and has to seek professional care from a competent authority on Ayurveda

    For more details and queries on Rutusanhi according to your place, Rutushodhana and its benefits and to have free counseling on Rutushodhana Panchakarma please feel free to

    • Talk to Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital panel doctors
    • Mail us at mails2sarathy@gmail.com
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    SARATHY AYURVEDIC HOSPITAL DOCTORS PANEL

    • Dr. Lathika PK-Specialist in Panchakarma, Stroke Rehabilitation and Ayurveda Cancer Care
    • Dr. Valsaladevi K-Specialist in Panchakarma, Child Health, Ayurveda Diet, and Yoga Therapy 
    • Dr. Karthik K Nandan-Specialist in Conventional Orthopaedics, Marma and Varicose Veins
    • Dr. Gayatri S-Specialist in Women Health, Cosmetology, and Fertility
    • Dr. Ariya VS Resident Medical Officer
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    BlogKarkitaka Chikitsa-Kerala Ayurveda Monsoon Panchakarma Rejuvenation0

    DASHAPUSHPAM-THE TEN MONSOON KERALA HERBS FOR DETOXIFICATION Authors: DOCTORS OF SARATHY AYURVEDA: Dr Lathika PK, Dr Valsaladevi K, Dr Karthik K Nandan, Dr Gayatri S, Dr Ariya VS

    What is monsoon?

    Kerala is a tropical landscape with a humid summer of 4 months, a mild winter spanning between mid-November to mid-January, and an intensive two-phased rainy season of six months between Mid-May to Mid-November. Intermittent short spells in April and May happen as summer showers. South-west monsoon the primary rainy season of the Indian sub-continent enters India around the first week from the southern tip of Kerala and ascends upwards throughout the western and eastern coasts, Deccan Plateau, and beyond. Monsoon stays on till the end of August from when Retreat Monsoon rains propelled by the north-eastern winds take on and last until mid-November. Kerala in Ayurveda is based and is aligned to these climatic changes, of which the south-west monsoon is important, especially in its later part when the sun transition to Dakshinayana, the shift from the harsh winter solstice to the mild summer solstice and is known as Karkitakam locally.  Rainy season peaks between June, July, and August. On the 17th of July, in the middle of the season, the Sun changes are known as Karkaataka Sankranthi and are heralded as the start of a month-long traditional ritualistic lifestyle of detoxification and rejuvenation of the body, mind, and soul. Ayurveda treatments, special diets, religious ceremonies, prayers, and self-care regimens are part of the Kerala monsoon lifestyle. This helps the person and society to gear up for the future and stay healthy

    Global warming, climatic changes, and the related sequel has brought in drastic changes in the rain pattern. The fragile ecosystem has paved the way for rain-related floods and landslide calamities. A return to nature is the solution ahead for humankind and re-inventing the Karkitakam lifestyle is a major milestone in this regard

    What are monsoon herbs?

    Summer showers drench the parched earth and provide the signal for the dormant seeds of the tropical meadows to soak, germinate, break the earth and sprout out with life. These herbs are nurtured with the start of monsoons and by mid-July when Karkitakam starts these herbs create bio-diverse green tropical flowering meadows in every available space. These succulent herbs are resilient and hence withstand the rains and winds. Indigenous Ayurveda wisdom of Kerala ancestors has researched and identified ten herbs among them to be used as medicines to detoxify each organ system in the human body

    These assorted 10 herbs are named Dashapushpam, translated as flowers. The name goes so, as the herbs are harvested at the flowering stage using the flowers are the distinguished identifying factor, though small or inconspicuous. The inflorescence of these herbs with the terminal leaves is used by ladies to adorn the hair during the month. A scientific analysis of each of these herbs gives a picture of their importance in healthcare

    What are the benefits of using and growing Dashapushpam?

    Monsoon is the season of heavy rains, communicable diseases, and infectious viral fevers, the numbers and spread is increasing with each passing year. Environmental detoxification is important while individual detoxification is more important. Dashapushpam if used internally as food, in homes to place and to smoke, in gardens to landscape, and on fields and roadsides as meadows can create a shield of anti-toxicity and immunity between the germs, their vectors, and the community. Each of these herbs has distinct medicinal properties. These are

     

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    DASHAPUSHPAM-THE TEN MONSOON KERALA HERBS FOR DETOXIFICATION Authors: DOCTORS OF SARATHY AYURVEDA: Dr Lathika PK, Dr Valsaladevi K, Dr Karthik K Nandan, Dr Gayatri S, Dr Ariya VS

    Dashapushpam
    dashapushpam 10 detoxifying herbs

    What is monsoon?

    Kerala is a tropical landscape with a humid summer of 4 months, a mild winter spanning between mid-November to mid-January, and an intensive two-phased rainy season of six months between Mid-May to Mid-November. Intermittent short spells in April and May happen as summer showers. South-west monsoon the primary rainy season of the Indian sub-continent enters India around the first week from the southern tip of Kerala and ascends upwards throughout the western and eastern coasts, Deccan Plateau, and beyond. Monsoon stays on till the end of August from when Retreat Monsoon rains propelled by the north-eastern winds take on and last until mid-November. Kerala in Ayurveda is based and is aligned to these climatic changes, of which the south-west monsoon is important, especially in its later part when the sun transition to Dakshinayana, the shift from the harsh winter solstice to the mild summer solstice and is known as Karkitakam locally.  Rainy season peaks between June, July, and August. On the 17th of July, in the middle of the season, the Sun changes are known as Karkaataka Sankranthi and are heralded as the start of a month-long traditional ritualistic lifestyle of detoxification and rejuvenation of the body, mind, and soul. Ayurveda treatments, special diets, religious ceremonies, prayers, and self-care regimens are part of the Kerala monsoon lifestyle. This helps the person and society to gear up for the future and stay healthy

    Global warming, climatic changes, and the related sequel has brought in drastic changes in the rain pattern. The fragile ecosystem has paved the way for rain-related floods and landslide calamities. A return to nature is the solution ahead for humankind and re-inventing the Karkitakam lifestyle is a major milestone in this regard

    What are monsoon herbs?

    Summer showers drench the parched earth and provide the signal for the dormant seeds of the tropical meadows to soak, germinate, break the earth and sprout out with life. These herbs are nurtured with the start of monsoons and by mid-July when Karkitakam starts these herbs create bio-diverse green tropical flowering meadows in every available space. These succulent herbs are resilient and hence withstand the rains and winds. Indigenous Ayurveda wisdom of Kerala ancestors has researched and identified ten herbs among them to be used as medicines to detoxify each organ system in the human body

    These assorted 10 herbs are named Dashapushpam, translated as flowers. The name goes so, as the herbs are harvested at the flowering stage using the flowers are the distinguished identifying factor, though small or inconspicuous. The inflorescence of these herbs with the terminal leaves is used by ladies to adorn the hair during the month. A scientific analysis of each of these herbs gives a picture of their importance in healthcare

    What are the benefits of using and growing Dashapushpam?

    Monsoon is the season of heavy rains, communicable diseases, and infectious viral fevers, the numbers and spread is increasing with each passing year. Environmental detoxification is important while individual detoxification is more important. Dashapushpam if used internally as food, in homes to place and to smoke, in gardens to landscape, and on fields and roadsides as meadows can create a shield of anti-toxicity and immunity between the germs, their vectors, and the community. Each of these herbs has distinct medicinal properties. These are

    1. Vishnukranti: Slender dwarf morning-glory Evolvulus alsinoides: Brain health

    Memory booster, Neurological tonic, Anti-stress tonic, Gastritis, Duodenal ulcers, Poisoning of any kind

    1. Doorva-Karuka: Indian doab or Bahama grass: Cynodon dactylon: Eye and Cardiac health

    Improves circulation, Eye diseases, Bleeding disorders, Herpes, and other eruptive viral infections

    1. Sashashruthi-Muyal cheviyan: Lilac tassel flower: Emilia sonchifolia: ENT Health and Inflammations

    Earache, Sinusitis, Headache, Tonsilitis, Influenza, Fever, Upper respiratory tract infection, Sore throat, Oral ulcer, Enteritis, Dysentery, Mastitis, Orchitis

    1. Lakshmana-Thiruthaali: Morning glory: Ipomoea sepiaria: Female reproductive health

    Infertility, Uterus diseases, Low immunity

    1. Ashmaribhedaka-Cheroola: Mountain knotgrass: Aerva lanata Kidney and Urinary tract health

    Renal calculi, UTI, Diabetes mellitus, HIV

    1. Musali-Nilappana: Golden eye-grass: Curculigo orchioides: Reproductive health

    Low immunity, Muscular dystrophy, Leucorrhoea, Low libido, Erectile dysfunction

    1. Bhringaraja-Kayyonni: False daisy: Eclipta alba: Liver Health

    Liver disorders, Anaemia, Eye infections, Headaches, Toothaches, Hair problems, Microbial infections

    1. Sahadevi-Poovaamkurunnila: Little ironweed: Cyanthillium cinereum    Digestive health

    Fevers, Food Poisoning, Swellings, Elephantiasis, Wounds, Skin diseases

    1. Samanga-Mukkutti-Little Tree Plant: Biophytum sensitivum: Skin and respiratory health

    Respiratory and Digestive problems caused by seasonal change, Skin  diseases, Allergic asthma, Phthisis, Diabetes mellitus, Non-healing ulcers,  Gonorrhea, Lithiasis, Snake envenomation

    1. Kapalaphoti- Uzhinja: Balloon plant: Cardiospermum halicacabum

    Joint Inflammations, Scrotal pains, Congestions

    Called as grahabhootadidoshagnhni which means cures the infections and related illnesses that are caused by external agents

    For more details and queries on Dashapushpam and its benefits and to have free counselling on Karkitaka Chikitsa   please feel free to

    • Talk to Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital panel doctors
    • Mail us at mails2sarathy@gmail.com
    • WhatsApp us on +91-9895142321
    • Call us on +91-9895142321
    • Do visit our social media pages Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn

    SARATHY AYURVEDIC HOSPITAL DOCTORS PANEL

    • Dr. Lathika PK-Specialist in Panchakarma, Stroke Rehabilitation and Ayurveda Cancer Care
    • Dr. Valsaladevi K-Specialist in Panchakarma, Child Health, Ayurveda Diet, and Yoga Therapy 
    • Dr. Karthik K Nandan-Specialist in Conventional Orthopaedics, Marma and Varicose Veins
    • Dr. Gayatri S-Specialist in Women Health, Cosmetology, and Fertility
    • Dr. Ariya VS Resident Medical Officer
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    BlogKarkitaka Chikitsa-Kerala Ayurveda Monsoon Panchakarma Rejuvenation0

    Karkitaka Kanji-Medicated Herbal Porridge for Monsoon Ayurveda Regimen-Recipe and Serving Protocol-Doctors and Chef of Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital

    What is Karkitaka Kanji or Monsoon medicated porridge of Kerala Ayurveda?

    Karkitaka Kanji is the medicated porridge widely popular in Kerala as part of Karkitaka Chikitsa or Monsoon Regimen practised as per Kerala Ayurveda traditional health care. The porridge is usually prepared with Navara rice, a special variety of rice, an assorted set of herbal powders and spices, coconut or cow or goat milk, cow ghee, jaggery and rock salt. Though there are few regional variations to the porridge recipe, the core principle and ingredients remain the same. Karkitaka Kanji is an adaptation of Kerala Ayurveda aligning with the regional tropical climate and socio-cultural fabric of the society

    What are the benefits of Karkitaka Kanji?

    Karkitakam is the Malayalam month, the first day of it which falls on 17th of July marks the transition from the dehydrating debilitating harsh Uttarayana to the nourishing calming strengthening Dakshinayana. The settled rains, cleaner water bodies, potent mature herbs and a cooler atmosphere make the season perfect for a holistic body-mind-spirit rejuvenation. The chilling winter, harsh summer the thunderous heavy down pour, the polluted water, surge in vector borne communicable diseases, and many other similar factors batter the health of the population and play havoc with the metabolism during the Uttarayana period between 14th January to 16th July. The imbalance of the Tridoshas especially the Vata Dosha has to be corrected to ensure health for the whole year ahead which is physically and mentally.

    Karkitaka Kanji is a nutraceutical diet formula which is light, hydrating, nourishing and is capable of correcting the digestion, restoring the macro-micro metabolism and reinstating the physiology. Karkitaka Kanji and Karkitaka Chikitsa together rid the person of the stress, wear and tear on the body and mind caused by the life activities, diseases and a demanding routine. The combo also prepares the person to tackle the demands of the year ahead. In short, it is a complete overhauling and reassembling of the complex machinery of the organ systems and the battery of reactions that sustain and maintain life in a person

    What are the ingredients of Karkitaka Kanji?

    Ingredients (for 2 persons):

    Base:

    • Navara Rice: 50g (4 dessert spoons)
    • Broken raw rice/Broken red rice/Yavam diabetic rice: 50g (4 dessert spoons)

    Herbal Powders (available with most reputed Kerala Ayurveda pharmacies)

    • Chandrashoora: Garden cress: 2 teaspoons
    • Dashamoola Choornam: 1 teaspoon
    • Trikatu Choornam: 1 teaspoon
    • Dashapushpa Choornam: 2 teaspoons

    Spices (roasted and coarsely powdered)

    • Methika-Fenugreek: 2 teaspoons
    • Jeeraka-Cumin: 2 teaspoons

    Taste Maker

    • Jaggery: 3 teaspoons powder
    • Rock salt: Quantity sufficient
    • Cow ghee: 1 teaspoon

    Cooking Medium

    • Water: Quantity sufficient

    Diluting Additive

    • Coconut milk: Quantity sufficient

    How is Karkitaka Kanji prepared?

    • Wash and drain the rice
    • Boil half litre of water
    • Heat a thick bottomed pan and add ¼ teaspoon of cow ghee
    • Add the drained rice and roast the on a low flame for 5- minutes
    • Add boiling water, rock salt to taste and the herbal powders
    • Cover and cook on moderate flame for 15-20 minutes
    • When the rice is soft, add powdered jaggery or jaggery syrup
    • Cook on low flame for 10 minutes
    • Keep stirring
    • When the consistency is soupy, thick and well blended switch off the flame
    • Add the crushed spices and stir
    • Add remaining ghee and stir
    • Add coconut milk and stir for 5 minutes
    • Take care to stir so as to avoid curdling of coconut milk

    What are the accompaniments of Karkitaka Kanji?

    • Pathila Thoran or any seasonal sautéed greens
    • Chutney made by crushing ginger, garlic, shallots and bird’s eye chilli garnished with lime juice and rock salt
    • Medicated warm water spiced with tulasi, cinnamon and cloves

    How is Karkitaka Kanji served?

    • Serve hot
    • To be taken as breakfast or dinner
    • Serve in a terracotta or brass bowl
    • Use a raw jackfruit leaf spoon or a copper spoon
    • Sit on floor or chair cross legged (Sukhasana) while eating the Karkitaka Kanji
    • Avoid talking or use of gadgets
    • Eat slowly

    For more details and queries on Karkitaka Chikitsa and its benefits please feel free to

    • Talk to Dr. PK Lathika or any of the doctors of Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital
    • Mail us at mails2sarathy@gmail.com
    • WhatsApp us on +91-9895142321
    • Call us on +91-9895142321
    • Do visit our social media pages Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn

    SARATHY AYURVEDIC HOSPITAL DOCTORS PANEL

    • Dr. Lathika PK-Specialist in Panchakarma, Stroke Rehabilitation and Ayurveda Cancer Care
    • Dr. Valsaladevi K-Specialist in Panchakarma, Child Health, Ayurveda Diet, and Yoga Therapy 
    • Dr. Karthik K Nandan-Specialist in Conventional Orthopaedics, Marma and Varicose Veins
    • Dr. Gayatri S-Specialist in Women Health, Cosmetology, and Fertility
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    Clinical and Medical Yoga-AYURYOGA-Integrated Ayurveda-Yoga Therapy: Authors: Dr. Valsaladevi K, Dr. Karthik K Nandan and Dr. Gayatri S

    What is Clinical Yoga? What is Integrated Ayurveda-Yoga Therapy system?

    Yoga the healthy lifestyle system originating from India is ruling the world as the most practiced fitness form. Yoga is the union of body, body movements, proprioception, eye movements, breathing movements, and mindfulness. Medical practitioners across the world have been exploring the clinical possibilities of Yoga and hence emerged the concept of Clinical or Medical Yoga. Doctors especially Ayurveda doctors who are also trained in Yoga brought together their professional knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and Yoga to develop and practice a very efficient integrated Ayurveda-Yoga Therapy system

    Medical Yoga or Clinical Yoga is the application of yoga practices for the prevention, mitigation, treatment, and non-recurrence of medical conditions. The Integrated Ayurveda-Yoga Therapy system is the concurrent mutually complementing application of Ayurveda and Yoga for preventing or mitigating a probable health risk, treating disease, and ensuring non-recurrence of an already cured disease

    What is the difference between Wellness Yoga and Clinical Yoga?

    Wellness Yoga is a daily routine practice practiced as part of staying healthy and fit as part of a healthy lifestyle. This is mostly preventive. Clinical Yoga is a personalized customized Yoga protocol formulated by a doctor with Yoga proficiency to cure or manage a disease. Factors such as patient’s Prakruthi, age, health condition, lifestyle, profession, endurance, attitude, and limitations are all considered while devising a Clinical Yoga Protocol for a particular individual

    Which are the diseases where Ayurveda-Yoga therapy is useful?

    CoVid 19, Post CoVid Syndrome, Diabetes, Stress, Hypertension, Migraine, Headaches, Digestive Disorders, Constipation, Heart Diseases, Asthma, Sinusitis, Mental problems like anxiety, depression, etc., Hormonal problems like Post-Menopausal Syndrome, Hyperthyroidism, PCOS, etc., Joint Diseases like Arthritis and Autism Spectrum Disorders are a few examples of diseases that can be effectively treated with Clinical Yoga and integrated Ayurveda-Yoga Therapy

    What are the benefits of integrated Ayurveda Yoga treatment for chronic diseases?

    Yoga means to unite and journey together. The root word of Yoga is Yuj which implies the pair of bullocks tied to a yoke to plough the land. The same concept is implemented when Yoga and Ayurveda are joined together into the yoke of the Ayurveda-Yoga Therapy system and is driven by a Yoga proficient Ayurveda doctor to treat the disease battered barren person to convert into a healthy productive individual. This itself is the benefit of integrated Ayurveda Yoga treatment. This method of healing is specialty healthcare and a synthesis of all levels and aspects of medical practice.

    The eight limbs of Ashtanga Yoga from Yama to Samadhi are integrated into the eight limbs of Ashtanga Ayurveda from Kayachikitsa to Vajeekarana Chikitsa to treat a person holistically. While

    • Yama and Niyama provide a moral and disciplined base for treatment
    • Asanas usually referred to as external medicine of Yoga help treat musculoskeletal disorders.
    • Pranayama or the internal medicine of Yoga optimizes oxygen supply to the body as well as channelizes the Prana or vital energy in the right direction. Pranayama also plays a major role in balancing the Tridoshas of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. Pranayama is beneficial in treating respiratory, circulatory, and neurological diseases.
    • Pratyahara is the internalization of energy and is the catalyst for deep healing and sustained healing by preventing recurrence. Pratyahara prepares a person for real healing by relaxing the body, controlling the senses, and focusing on the mind.
    • Dharana provides the focus and concentration and elevates the mind to the process of self-healing and endurance to sustain any healing practice or treatment including the demanding Panchakarma or painful surgeries or treatment procedures
    • Dhyana is reflective meditation that evokes the self-awareness and mentally strengthens a person to accept and adapt to reality with positivity
    • Samadhi the epitome stage of the union of mind, prana, and soul completes the full healing power of body and mind and teaches a person to rise above the levels of physical, emotional, and spiritual suffering.

    It is the need of the hour especially in the post-pandemic situation to reintegrate Ayurveda and Yoga for a holistic nature-friendly side-effect-free complete health care with Ayurveda providing the medical foundation and Yoga the fitness, peace, and self-awareness.

    What is Medical/Clinical Yoga Prescription?

    Medical/Clinical yoga is the set of Asanas and other Yoga techniques prescribed along with the proper instructions and precautions to prevent, cure, and/or ameliorate disease. A standard medical/clinical yoga prescription includes the Yoga practices of breathing techniques, bodily postures, meditation techniques, self-reflection, a healthy-nourishing diet as per Ayurveda principles, and a healthy lifestyle based on Ayurveda Swasthavrutha principles of Dinacharya, Rutucharya, Vegodheernadharana, and Sadvrutha. The prescription should be practiced under the strict supervision of an Ayurveda doctor proficient in Yoga

    For more details and queries on Integrated Ayurveda-Yoga Therapy and its benefits please feel free to

    • Talk to Dr. Karthik K Nandan Specialty Consultant of Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital
    • Mail us at mails2sarathy@gmail.com
    • WhatsApp us on +91-9895142321
    • Call us on +91-9895142321
    • Do visit our social media pages Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn

    SARATHY AYURVEDIC HOSPITAL DOCTORS PANEL

    • Dr. Lathika PK-Specialist in Panchakarma, Stroke Rehabilitation and Ayurveda Cancer Care
    • Dr. Valsaladevi K-Specialist in Panchakarma, Child Health, Ayurveda Diet, and Yoga Therapy 
    • Dr. Karthik K Nandan-Specialist in Conventional Orthopaedics, Marma and Varicose Veins
    • Dr. Gayatri S-Specialist in Women Health, Cosmetology, and Fertility
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    Karkitaka Monsoon Treatments and its Importance: Authored by Doctors Panel of Sarathy Ayurveda-Drs. Lathika, Valsaladevi K, Karthik K Nandan, Gayatri S, Ariya VS

    What are Rutus or seasons in Ayurveda? How are they classified?

    The whole year is divided into six seasons Shishira, Vasanta, Grishma Varsha, Sharad, and Hemanta based on the movement of the sun into the northern and southern solstice positions. Northern movement is Adana kala  or Uttarayana and southern movement is Visharga kala or Dakshinayana. Each of these solstice semesters comprises six months which is three rutus or seasons. The Rutus of Shishira, Vasanta and Grishma between the dates 14th of January to the 17th of July is Adana Kala. The Rutus of Varsha, Sharad, and Hemanta between 18th July to 13th January constitute Visarga Kala.

    Adana Kala or Uttarayana is characterized by dehydration, de-stabilization, low immunity, low strength, disease proneness, and another harsh impact on nature and humanity. This is due to the harshness of the weather and climate.   The wind is strong and winter peak in winter which dries up the skin and causes many illnesses in nature and humans. The summer that follows is the season of scorching heat and the subsequent dehydration at all levels. Hence the whole system and nature are weakened.

    Visarga Kala or Dakshinayana is a moderate semester with settled water resources, cool comfortable temperature, and tolerate to the weather. The semester helps nature and humankind to regain the lost immunity, strength, and vigor as the earth is cooler due to the clouds, rain, and cold wind.

    What is the climate of Kerala?

    India is a dual climate zone as it is divided into a temperate zone and tropical zone by the Tropic of Cancer. Kerala lies in the tropical zone as a strip of land sandwiched between the southern end of the Western Ghats and the Arabian Sea. hence Kerala is highlands and coastal plains. Two seasons of hot humid summer with an average temperature of 35 degrees and a humid rainy season with an average annual rainfall of 2500mm rule the land. Spells of rain are also part of summer and other months. A short moderate winter is spaced between summer and rainy season. Winter is more prominent in the high ranges.

    What is Monsoon?

    Monsoon is the three-month-long rainy season of the Indian sub-continent that is initiated by the southwest monsoon winds from the Arabian Sea entering Kerala. The onset of monsoon is generally on the 1st of June and lasts up to the 30th of August.

    The initial phase between 1st June to 16th July is part of Adana Kala and is a demanding period. The heavy downpour, high humidity, polluted gushing water, and the emergence of communicable diseases cause havoc on nature and humankind which is already battered by a harsh summer. The second half is the start of the strengthening Visarga Kala and witnesses settled rains, pure water bodies, and full-blown nature.

    What is the importance of Karkitakam in Kerala?

    Karkitakam is the Malayalam month that starts on the 17th of July with the southward movement of the sun. Kerala traditionally an agricultural economy developed this month as a period of physical, mental, and spiritual rejuvenation of society, nature, and livestock. With the agricultural activity completed time was in hand for the community. Herbs sprouted with the first rains are in peak therapeutic potency. The winter collected summer dried roots and tubers are also potent. People and livestock are in need of rejuvenation and disease treatments as they have suffered a harsh summer and a trying initial phase of monsoon. Ayurveda was the lifestyle and medical system of Kerala. Kerala had an abundance of scholarly Ayurveda Vaidyas and families who redefined Ayurveda to suit the local demands and requirements. Thus the coming together of all these factors marked the tradition of the beginning of Kerala Ayurveda and Karkitaka Chikitsa. Thus the month of Karkitakam assumed importance as the month of Ayurveda treatments

    What are the benefits of Karkitakam Ayurveda treatments or Monsoon Kerala Ayurveda treatments?

    The dry humid dehydrating heat of the summer causes dryness of the skin, dehydration in the tissues, and a weakened digestion process. The humid acidic conditions at the start further weaken the digestion and cause acidity and related illnesses. the compromised immunity, a surge of disease-spreading vectors, and the virility of the disease-causing microbes increase proneness to diseases

    • Detoxification: The toxins generated in the body and those that have gained access from the polluted air, contaminated water, unsafe environment, adulterated food, chemicals, and pesticides cause many diseases in the body. Karkitaka Chikitsa cleans up the system and thereby removes the causes of illnesses
    • Immunity Optimization: The strengthening treatments that follow the cleansing process restore the optimum immunity in a person by cutting down hyperimmune responses and enhancing low immune levels
    • Complete Rejuvenation: Rejuvenate the body, mind, and soul: health is holistic. The therapies, medicines, diet, spiritual practices, yoga and meditation improve circulation, increase oxygen levels, balance nutrition, and manage stress positively
    • Illness Management: The compromised health and the unfavorable climate worsen the illnesses in patients suffering from chronic conditions like arthritis, skin diseases, metabolic disorders, etc. To keep these illnesses under control and to improve quality of life Karkitaka Chikitsa has significant importance

    What are the unique features of Karkitaka Chikitsa?

    Kerala Ayurveda Panchakarma therapies and special medicines form the treatment program. Diet include medicated porridge Karkitaka Kanji, special vegetable sauté Pathila, Dashapuspam recipes, Mukkudi, lean meat soups, etc.  Spiritual practices of Sheevothi, Ramayana Parayanam and other rituals contribute to the mental peace and emotional stability of the society. The total system gears the society to face the year ahead with health, immunity, stamina, endurance, mental stability, and courage.

    Each of the benefits would be dealt with in detail in the subsequent blogs. Please do stay with us……..

    For more details and queries on Karkitaka Chikitsa-Monsoon Treatments at Sarathy Ayurveda and its benefits please feel free to

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    TRIPHALA-INGREDIENTS, BENEFITS AND PRECAUTIONS-AUTHORS-Doctors of Sarathy Ayurveda

    What is Triphala?

    Triphala is probably the most popular of the Ayurveda medicines. Triphala literally means 3 fruits.  The powder, coarse or fine of the ripened berries of three tropical trees mixed in equal proportions is Triphala.  The berries of Triphala are Hareetaki or Kadukka or Harada, Vibheetaki  or Tannika or Baheda and Amalaki or Nellikka or Amla. These three berries when combined together emerge as a very potent formula with a wide range of medicinal properties and hence are used as a medicine for a host of illnesses and also as a Rasayana to maintain wellness. For therapeutic purposes, the berries are combined either equally or in varied proportions for varied treatment outcomes and results.

    What are the special attributes and properties of Triphala ingredients?

    Charaka Samhita describes the specialties of each ingredient of Triphala. The word Hareetaki means it is the fruit that kills or destroys diseases and makes the person bask in the glow of health. The predominantly bitter-astringent berry with the scientific nomenclature of Terminalia Chebula contains chebulagic acid, chebulic acid tannic acid, and gallic acid. The word Vibheetaki means fearless of diseases and its scientific nomenclature is Terminalia bellerica. The astringent fruit contains chebulanic acid and chebulic acid

    The greenish glossy gooseberry fruit with all the five tastes except salt embedded in it. Unlike the other two berries, the Vitamin C-rich immune-boosting Amalaki or Amla with the scientific nomenclature Emblica officinalis is generously used as food and medicine. It is predominantly sour with the sweetness oozing out at the end of the bite when eaten raw.  Thus, Triphala has all five tastes except salt and is a natural source of Vitamin C. Hareetaki and Vibheetaki are astringent while Amalaki is sour. The other three tastes of bitterness, pungency, and sweetishness are inherent in various proportions in the berries. The salty taste is absent. In combination, Triphala is primarily astringent in taste with a tinge of bitterness

    How is Triphala prepared?

    • The well-ripened, undamaged berries are collected in season from an unpolluted location
    • These berries are sorted, cleaned, washed, and dried in shade taking care to prevent molds, contamination, and infestation
    • The dried berries are crushed to separate the rind
    • The crushed rind is powdered as either coarse or fine powder as per the requirement
    • The powder is stored in a clean airtight container at 28-350C away from direct sun, wind, and rain
    • The shelf life of Triphala powder is 6 months
    • Liquorice or Yashti Madhu is added to Triphala to prepare Triphaladi churnam
    • For enhanced and fortified therapeutic clean fruit rind of the Triphala berries are soaked in water, ground into a fine paste, smeared on an iron vessel, allowed to dry scraped off after 24 hours, and powdered. This is very useful in anemia and eye diseases

    What are the medicinal and therapeutic benefits of Triphala?

    Triphala is a good adaptogen with anti-oxidant and anti-aging Rasayana properties. Judicious use of Triphala helps to improve quality of life and retain youthfulness. Triphala is capable of reducing the proneness to disease and disease morbidity of our body and mind.  Triphala also means three benefits or results. Triphala pacifies all the aggravation and vitiation of three Doshas of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha and ensures the three benefits of the health of the body, mind he soul. Soothing the three doshas, Triphala removes the physical and mental difficulties that we commonly see. It is a safe drug that can be used in children, adults, and the elderly alike

    Triphala has been used in several diseases such as constipation, flatulence, bloating,  IBS with constipation, obesity, diabetes, prediabetic condition, cholesterol, etc.  Triphala can also help absorb iron content in people with anemia.  Triphala is one of the most important medicine in the treatment of eye diseases.  Triphala decoction used for washing or irrigation is very good for healing diabetic ulcers, varicose ulcers, and other non-healing chronic ulcerations and wounds. Triphala is used in hair fall, hair loss, and skin allergies.  Triphala decoction is also a good disinfectant. Triphala is used in cancer and its evident chemoprotective property makes it a useful medicine between two sessions of chemotherapy for cancer.

    What is the dosage and what are the precautions to be followed while using Triphala?

    The dosage of Triphala is very important. Though it is relatively a safe drug, continuous use can be habit-forming, especially about bowel movements, and also there is a possibility of developing drug resistance. The general dose of Triphala is usually 5-10 g in adults i.e., one to two teaspoons. Overdose may cause dryness. To prevent or mitigate dryness it is advisable to include a teaspoon of sesame oil or cow ghee in food within six to eight hours of consuming Triphala

    Precautions:

    • Diabetics and pregnant women should use Triphala strictly under supervision
    • Triphala should not be used with milk
    • Milk should not be used for 1 hour before or after taking Triphala
    • Triphala should be used as a prescribed medicine
    • Triphala should not be continued for long durations unless advised by an Ayurveda doctor
    • Dosage of Triphala is also important. Overdose, wrong timings, and wrong diet like milk immediately after or before taking medicine can lead to side effects
    • No medicine is completely safe. If medicine has a potent action, it can also react if not properly used

    What are the combinations of Triphala and what are the common Ayurveda medicines with Triphala?

    Combinations: All three berries are combined in equal proportions generally. Variations include 1:2:4 or 1:2:3 combinations. Senna is added for constipation. Iron is added for anemia. Nethra Triphala is used in eye diseases

    Common Medicines: Triphala Choorna, Triphala Kashayam, Triphala Ghritham, Triphaladi Thaila, Triphala Mashi and Triphalaguggulu

    For more details and queries on Triphala and its uses please feel free to

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    Migraine Headache and Ayurveda Treatment: Authors Dr. Lathika PK and Dr. Valsaladevi K

    What is Migraine Headache?

    Migraine is a common type of headache with severe throbbing pain and a pulsating sensation that occurs usually on one side of the head. Nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound are almost always associated with Migraine. The episodes of Migraine last for hours to days. The severe pain and associated symptoms interfere with and negatively affect daily activities. The global prevalence of Migraine is stated as 1 in 10. The frequency of migraine episodes varies from person to person between rare episodes and several attacks a month strike several times a month.

    How is Migraine caused?

    Migraine is caused by excessive abnormal stimulation of the brain and blood vessels of the head leading to symptoms of one-sided throbbing headache associated with nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light. Most often an episode is preceded by an aura, a condition of having visual changes, flashes of light or blind spots, tingling on one side of the face or arm or leg, and difficulty in speaking.

    What are the stages and symptoms of Migraine?

    Migraines, generally progress through four stages prodrome, aura, attack, and post-drome. These stages may be missed or overlapped

    • Prodrome: 1-2 days before a migraine episode changes in physiology show up as warning signs. These include constipation, mood swings from depression to euphoria, food cravings, neck stiffness, increased frequency and volume of urination, fluid retention, whole body swelling, heaviness, and frequent yawning
    • Aura: This stage is experienced before or during migraine attacks. Each symptom begins gradually, increases steadily for several minutes, and may last an hour. Aura symptoms are visual phenomena, such as seeing various shapes, bright spots or flashes of light, vision loss, pins and needles sensations in one arm or leg, weakness or numbness on the face or one side of the body, and difficulty in speaking
    • Attack: This is the most severe stage and lasts from 4 hours to 3 days. Symptoms of attack are pain on one side of your head, but or on both sides, throbbing and pulsating pain, sensitivity to light, sound, smell, and touch, nausea and vomiting
    • Post-drome: The last stage of a migraine attack, is when the person is tired, drained, confused, and dehydrated for up to a day. Occasional moments of elation and spasms on sudden head movements might also be experienced during this stage

    What are the common Migraine triggers?

    • Hormonal changes in women: Changes in estrogen levels
    • Hormonal medications or oral contraceptives or vasodilators, such as nitroglycerin
    • Beverages: Drinks. Alcohol, especially wine, coffee, and caffeinated drinks
    • Food: Spicy, oily, sugary, salty, fermented, spicy, dry, processed food or any other unagreeable food or food additives like MSG
    • Stress: negatively managed stress at work or home or anywhere anytime
    • Sensory stimuli: Bright or flashing lights, loud sounds, and strong smells such as perfume, paint thinner, tobacco, etc.
    • Sleep changes: Missed or disturbed sleep or suddenly waking up or too much sleeping
    • Physical factors: Excessive exertion, including sex

    What are the risk factors to develop Migraine?

    Family history, Age-adolescence, the early thirties, and menopausal age in women, gender-women, severe constipation, gastric issues, stress, and hormonal imbalances are a few risk factors

    What are the lifestyle modifications that help to prevent or manage Migraine effectively?

    During an attack

    • Rest in a semi-dark, quiet room at 26-270 C temperature. Keep your eyes closed
    • Apply sandalwood paste with milk or rosewater
    • Cotton pad dipped in cold milk or rose water also soothes migraine
    • Keep sipping plain water
    • Do not eat solid food till you feel hungry

    Migraine Prevention

    • Half an hour of Yoga and Pranayama every day
    • Shavaasana or relaxation before going to sleep at night
    • Avoid day sleep
    • Avoid or positively composedly deal with and manage stressful situations
    • Plan and practice consistent Dinacharya and bio-rhythm for sleep, food, natural urges, etc.
    • Keep yourself adequately hydrated
    • Practice and follow a healthy eating pattern
    • Limit or avoid prolonged sun exposure. If inevitable, protect with glasses, caps, umbrella, etc.
    • Exercise regularly by walking, swimming, and cycling slowly starting and increasing the pace

    How do I self-evaluate my headache for Migraine?

    Evaluate and analyze these points before visiting the doctor. Maintain a headache diary.

    • Think back and find out the trigger or relation to any factor
    • Note down the nature, frequency, radiation, and duration of each episode
    • Note down the day, date, and time of each episode
    • Note down what action or medicine reduces headache
    • Detail the severity, associated symptoms, and calming and worsening factors in detail
    • Check in your family circle to find out if anyone else has Migraine and get the details

    What is Migraine in Ayurveda?

    Migraine is known as Ardhavabhedaka in Ayurveda which means a splitting headache on any half side of the head. Causes mentioned are suppression of natural urges, indigestion, irregular and unhealthy food, oily, heavy, sugary, and spicy food, dry, pungent, and salty food, processed and fermented food, prolonged exposure to the sun, stress caused by emotions like anger, jealousy, grief, obsession, etc.

    One or a combination of any of these causes aggravates Pitta which in turn obstructs the normal functioning of Vata dosha in the head region, causing throbbing pain. In a similar condition of headache known as  Suryavarta and often synonymously equated to Migraine, the headache starts with sunrise peaks with the sun at noon, and reduces with sunset in the evening.

    The symptoms of Migraine explained in Ayurveda include pain over the eyebrows, headache increasing on exposure to the sun, throbbing pulsating pain on one or both sides of the head and lasting for half a day to 3 days. In few people, pain radiates to the neck and shoulder

    What are the Ayurveda Panchakarma therapies advised and effective for Migraine?

    Pittadosha pacifying stress relieving medicines therapies and treatments are helpful in Migraine. These include,

    • Lepa: Application of herbal pastes on the forehead. Herbs like sandalwood, licorice, camphor, Kachora, Jatamansi, etc. are used
    • Kavalagraha: Oil pulling or medicated gargling are found to be beneficial in Migraine and are found to reduce the intensity of pain instantly
    • Snehanasya: Nasal instillation of medicated oils or medicines can also give quick relief from Migraine symptoms
    • Shirodhara: Head irrigation with medication. Medicated milk, buttermilk, or decoction are used. Medicated oils are also used for Shirodhara.
    • Shirovasti: Retaining medicated oils or decoctions or milk or buttermilk or any other liquid on the head inside a leather cap fitted over the scalp is Shirovasthi and is very useful in Migraine and is known to be the signature treatment for the condition

    Does Migraine aggravate due to constipation or is Migraine related to constipation?

    Migraine in Ayurveda is defined to be Pitta dosha predominant disease with an imbalance of Vata. Gut-related symptoms like acidity, gastritis, bloating and constipation do trigger or aggravate Migraine as there is Pitta-Vata vitiation. Constipation can be a result and cause of a host of gut issues and hence proper management of constipation is very important in treating Migraine

    Are women more prone to Migraine?

    Research has shown 2-3 three times the prevalence of migraine in women than in men. Among women, the incidences are 3-4 times higher during the fertile age of menarche to menopause. It is also seen as a peri-menopausal condition in a few women. The reason for the high prevalence is attributed to hormones and stress, especially in working women professionals who are habituated to multi-tasking. Good rest and a balanced hormone system can solve the problem in many women

    Which are the Yogasanas and Pranayamas that are generally useful in Migraine?

    Asanas or postures that do not require an extensive lowering of the head are generally advised in Migraine. These include Hastapadasana, Padmasana, Baalaasana, Marjarasana, Bhujangasana and Shavaasana. Anuloma Viloma Pranayama, Chandrabhedi Pranayama, Sheetali, Sheetkari, and Yogic breathing are advised as Pranayama protocol in Migraine. These are to be modulated and supervised by a Yoga professional, preferably a doctor

    For more details and queries on Migraine Headaches and Ayurveda Treatments  please feel free to

    • Talk to Dr. Lathika PK Medical Director of Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital, with a clinical experience of 35 years
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    • Dr. Karthik K Nandan-Specialist in Conventional Orthopaedics, Marma and Varicose Veins
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    FAQs on Digestive Issues in Children and Ayurveda Medicines- Authors: Dr. Valsaladevi K and Dr. Lathika PK

    What are the common childhood digestive problems?

    Causes of digestive problems in childhood, however, the symptoms are almost always present as nausea, bloating, tummy ache, diarrhoea, vomiting, dehydration, or constipation

    What are the common causes of digestive issues in children?

    Irregular and unhealthy eating habits contribute to most of the digestive issues in children. Food poisoning is very common in recent times as the present global scenario is abundant with a severe addiction to junk food prepared with dangerous ingredients and processed in an unhealthy cooking style.   Conditions like indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), constipation, colitis, or an allergic reaction to food can cause digestive issues. Intolerance to gluten, lactose, or any other food also can cause digestive issues. Intestinal parasites are often a cause of digestive problems in children.  Ailments like respiratory infections, stress, and mental disturbances can trigger digestive issues

    When to see a doctor or seek medical attention?

    Attention is to be given if the pain or any of the symptoms are severe and persisting. If pain is chronic and accompanied by weight loss or if the pain is acute and accompanied by fever, significant vomiting, severe diarrhoea, blood in the stool or vomit, or pain in the upper right or lower right abdomen immediate medical attention is must

    What are the common digestive diseases in children? What are the home remedies?

    • Indigestion: Tummy ache, bloating, burping, nausea and vomiting are the initial symptoms that may progress to diarrhoea later. Improper food intake is the main cause. Correction of the same is the long-term remedy. In an episode of indigestion, a spoon of fresh ginger juice with honey or powdered cumin with buttermilk or water boiled with roasted cumin and asafoetida are a few trustable remedies
    • Tummy Ache: Tummy ache is the most common presentation of an upset gut. This presents as dull aches, cramps, shifting pain, and many other types of pains that are difficult for a child to explain. If the pain is accompanied by other symptoms and is very severe immediate medical attention is required. The remedy depends on the site of the pain. If it is on the upper part antacids are to be given. Fresh ginger, cinnamon powder, liquorice, and cardamom powder are good. If it is in the middle part dry ginger and cloves are the options. If the pain is in the lower part carminatives like cumin and asafoetida are the choices. All these can be given in the form of medicated water. Fomenting with warm water after applying castor oil is always a good remedy for tummy ache
    • Constipation: Sinking stool or hard dry stool, less than three bowel movements a week, difficulty passing bowels, pain, traces of liquid or pasty stool in the underwear, blood-stained stool, loss of appetite, bloating, and general irritability are indications of constipation. Proper healthy eating habits with sufficient chewing, concentration on eating, and inclusion of soft fresh well-cooked warm food, fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, and 3-4 liters of medicated warm water can help cure constipation. The practice of Dinacharya where toilet training is a major element can help shape the child into a healthy individual
    • Vomiting: If the child vomits more than 2 times, it is an indication for medical attention. If the vomiting is once or twice ginger juice with honey or lemon juice with ginger juice or pomegranate juice with rock salt or betel juice with honey can be given
    • Diarrhoea: If the loose stools are very frequent and accompanied by fever, vomiting, and bloody stools and the child is getting dehydrated immediate medical attention is required. In mild cases, if the stool is watery and smelly keep giving 100 ml of plain warm water every 15 minutes. Monitor for signs of dehydration. If the stools are watery and not foul-smelling give water boiled with pomegranate skin or porridge of Malar (Laja-Kurmura-Puffed Rice-Nocake) with sugar and grated ginger. Tender coconut water with honey is also a very nutritious hydrant. Bilwa-Bael juice with sugar candy is also good
    • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): Regurgitation of stomach acid is a common gastric-related issue in children. If it progresses onto a chronic stage it is termed GERD. Loss of appetite and taste, bitterness in the mouth, burping, heartburn, vomiting, upper tummy ache, hiccups, choking, or gagging are the common symptoms. Restriction of spicy food, daily Yoga, enough intake of water, avoiding fast eating, and proper sleeping habits are the lifestyle changes that help cure GERD. Coriander, cinnamon, dry ginger, fennel, etc. are useful spices.
    • Eosinophilic Gastrointestinal Disorders (EGID): Caused by increased eosinophils in the gut, this is similar to an allergic reaction and presents as difficulty in swallowing, gut swelling, bloating tummy ache, and discomfort. A healthy lifestyle with most mealtimes at home eating fresh warm light food can help control the condition. Excessive use of fried food, red meat, spices, and sugary food is to be avoided. Ginger and coriander are to be included in daily food
    • Lactose Intolerance: This is commonly known as milk allergy where the body reacts to lactose as there is insufficiency or non-availability of the enzyme lactase that digests lactose. Symptoms usually show between 30 minutes to 2 hours after lactose-containing food. Bloating, nausea, tummy cramps, pain, diarrhoea, and vomiting are the common symptoms. Panchakarma and conditioning along with Rasayana therapy is the solution in Ayurveda. Home-pasteurized single cow milk is to be preferred. Milk is to be boiled with spices like turmeric, garlic, or dry ginger
    • Celiac Disease: The disease is a serious reaction to gluten, a protein in wheat, barley, and rye. This is commonly known as a gluten allergy or wheat allergy. Bloating, constipation, tummy ache, nausea, and other symptoms are seen. Symptoms vary from child to child. If this disease gets chronic it can cause malnutrition in a child by damaging the inner lining of the small intestine and affecting nutrient absorption. Rice is better for these children. Soft cooked or double-cooked cereals are to be given. Ayurveda Panchakarma and Rasayana treatments that strengthen the digestive system can be done and a conditional monitored intake of wheat can be introduced and slowly the digestive system is trained to digest gluten.
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD): Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease are the common inflammations seen in children which may continue to adulthood and impair the quality of life. Frequent bowel movements with blood or mucus, occasional constipation, tummy ache, joint pain, and eye irritation are the common symptoms. Chronic cases progress to malnutrition, weight loss, developmental problems, irritability, anxiety, stress, kidney stones, liver disease, and osteoporosis Diet changes and Yoga are the ways to control IBD. Mukkudi is a dietary preparation in Ayurveda that is very useful in IBD. Panchakarma therapies that include Vasthi are also very effective. Spices like dry ginger and fenugreek are to be part of the diet. Eating habits and chewing of food have to be monitored.

    What are the general principles to be adopted to prevent digestive issues in children?

    • Use fresh cooked warm light soft food
    • Drink a few sips of water before food and sip between meals
    • Let the food be balanced nutritionally and palatable to the child
    • Let the food be local, seasonal, and attractive
    • Use healthy fat in each meal preferably cow butter or cow ghee
    • Do not overfeed the child. Stop when the child says he/she is full
    • Feed only when the child is hungry
    • Follow proper mealtimes according to the bio-rhythm and train the child accordingly
    • Discourage frequent eating and binge eating
    • Serve the food which is according to the season and climate
    • Insist to eat in the destined eating place with desired articles
    • Discourage the use of gadgets and TV while eating
    • Train the child to concentrate all five senses and mind on food and enjoy each bolus
    • Discourage eating in a hurry
    • Discourage eating very slowly
    • Discourage talking or laughing while eating
    • Teach and train to respect food

    For more details and queries on Child Health and Digestive Issues in Children  please feel free to

    • Talk to Dr. Valsaladevi K Specialist Consultant in Child Health of Sarathy Ayurvedic Hospital, an expert in child health, developmental disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorders with a clinical experience of 28 years
    • Mail us at mails2sarathy@gmail.com
    • WhatsApp us on +91-9895142321
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    • Dr. Lathika PK-Specialist in Panchakarma, Stroke Rehabilitation and Ayurveda Cancer Care
    • Dr. Valsaladevi K-Specialist in Panchakarma, Child Health, Ayurveda Diet, and Yoga Therapy 
    • Dr. Karthik K Nandan-Specialist in Conventional Orthopaedics, Marma and Varicose Veins
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