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योगः चित्तवृत्तिनिरोधः|​

योगः चित्तवृत्तिनिरोधः|

Yoga means control over modifications of mind.

This control  is achieved with the help of 8 limbs (Ashtangas) of Yoga namely Yama (Social discipline), Niyama (Personal discipline),Asana(steady physical posture),Pranayama(Breath regulations), Prathyahara(withdrawal of senses from their objects), Dharana( effortful focusing on one thought) ,Dhyana(effortless focusing) and Samadhi(superconscious state).

Yoga is not only a Science of Spirituality, but also provides positive health through these 8 limbs (Ashtangas).

Asanas are preferred over mere exercise, as they produce stimulation and relaxation in internal organs which results in healing of the disease.

Pranayama corrects all the physiological functions by controlling our breath. Breath is the bridge between our body and mind. Hence Pranayama helps in calming down the mind as well.

Dhyana helps to improve memory, concentration, logical thinking and helps to control the mind through emotional balance. Thus improves the efficacy of work and quality of life.

Stress is the main culprit behind all the lifestyle disorders like Diabetes, Obesity, Hypertension etc. Stress originates in mental level, then disturbs the physiological functions and finally results in manifestation of diseases in the body

Yoga helps in stress management by controlling this body-mind complex.

At SumanVeda Advance Ayurveda Clinic, proper guidance is provided to reap the benefits of Yoga according to each individual’s health status.

 

About the Clinic:

SumanVeda Advanced Ayurveda Clinic was established to serve the needy people with the following objectives:

  • स्वस्थस्य स्वास्थ्यरक्षणम् i.e., Maintaining the wellness of healthy persons.
  • We give advice regarding daily regimen and diet to be followed according to the body constitution.
  • We offer guidance to increase immunity levels of individuals.
  • We suggest yogic practices according to individual’s health and requirements.
  • आतुरस्य विकारप्रशमनम् i.e. Curing the pain of an unwell person.
  • We offer cure for many diseases according to the treatment principles explained in
  • Ayurveda. Ayurveda always emphasizes on निदानपरिवर्जन– refraining from the disease-causing factors. Educating the patient regarding the same helps him to regain the health.
  • We focus on breaking the chain of pathogenesis in the body rather than symptomatic treatment. Based on प्रकृति (body constitution) and विकृति (imbalance state), the treatment is planned individually.
  • Digestion is taken care of, as it is an eminent factor which decides health v/s disease state. Digestion and metabolism are explained in Ayurveda under the concept of Agni.

Sama dosha samaagnischa sama dhatu mala kriyaaha | Prasann aatma indriya manaha swasthaitiabhidheeyate || (Sushruta Samhita)

The above mentioned phrase means:

One is in perfect health when the three doshas (Vata, Pitta and Kapha) digestive fire (digestion, assimilation and metabolism) all the body tissues & components (dhatus) (the entire physical body) all the excretory functions (the physiological functions of urination and defecation) are in perfect order with a pleasantly disposed and contented mind, senses and spirit.

Diet

The food that a person consumes is called diet. The activities one does in a day is called regimen. As per Ayurveda, proper Diet and Regimen are very important to maintain good health.

Daily Diet (Nitya-Sevaneeyadravyas) :

According to Ayurvedic texts, the food which should be taken daily are:

  • षष्टिकाशालि: A rice variety
  • मुद्ग : Green Gram
  • सैन्धवलवण : Rock Salt
  • अमलकि : Indian Goosberry – Emblica
  • यव : Barley
  • अंतरिक्षजल : Rain water (or water which is available)
  • सर्पि : Cow & Ghee
  • मधु : Honey
  • दुग्ध : Milk

If we analyze this with the present knowledge, it is nothing but the right combination of all the nutrients
– Carbohydrates, Proteins, Fat, Vitamins, Minerals and water. The recently discovered modern science calls it a – & balanced diet.

Rules for Food consumption:

Rules for Food consumption:​

  1. उष्णमश्नीयात् – Eat freshly cooked hot food. After 3 hours of cooking, cooked food loses its quality and becomes tamasika.
  2. स्निग्धम् अश्नीयात् – Eat unctuous food. Adding a little amount of oil or ghee is good for overall nourishment of tissues.
  3. मात्रावत् अश्नीयात् – Eat food in right quantity. Half of the stomach should be filled with solid food, one quarter should be filled with liquid food and one quarter should be left empty for the movement of gases.
  4. जीर्णेअश्नीयात् – Eat after the digestion of previously consumed food. Eating any food in between the meals with irregular frequencies leads to indigestion.
  5. वीर्य अविरुध्धम् अश्नीयात् – Eat food which is not contradictory (or incompatible) in potency. For example, eating honey and ghee mixed together in equal quantity is an incompatible food. Eating curd at night is also incompatible.
  6. न अतिद्रुतं – Do not eat in hurry. Adequate chewing is necessary for the digestion of food.
  7. न अतिविलंबितम् – Do not eat very slowly because it may result in overeating.
  8. अजल्पन्अहसन्तन्मनाभुंजीत – Eat with utmost concentration without talking or laughing. Concentrating on smell and taste of food ensures proper secretion of digestive juices.
  9. आत्मानम्अभिसमीक्ष्य सम्यक् – Eat after self-analysis. Signals from our satiety centers in brain. should be observed while eating.

Daily Regimen- Dinacharya :​

Ayurveda has explained about daily routine (दिनचर्य) to be followed to live a healthier, happier, and longer life and it is in accordance with our biological clock. It includes instructions for waking up in Brahmi mahurtha, defecation on getting the urge, washing face, brushing the teeth, scraping the tongue, application of nasal drop, rinsing the mouth with medicated oil/decoction, oil massage, powder massage and bathing. They are explained in brief as follows.

  • उत्थान – Waking up at ब्राह्मीमहूर्त i.e.; 96 minutes before sunrise.
  • मल-मूत्र – Defecation only on getting the urge. One should not suppress the urge for urination or defecation.
  • मुखप्रक्षालन – Washing face with handful of clean water.
  • दंतधावन – Brushing teeth twice a day with the twigs which are astringent, bitter, and pungent in taste like neem, खदिर (Acacia catechus) etc. These plants have antimicrobial properties.
  • अंजन – Collyrium – Apply collyrium in lower eyelid from inner canthus to outer canthus.

This expels impurities derived from कफ. This makes the eyes clear and bright and improves eyesight.

  • नस्य – Nasal drops. Instill the nasal cavities with अणुतैलम् – a medicated oil. Daily practice of नस्य will improve the function of sense organs, avoids wrinkles and black scars on skin, prevents greying of hair.

Due to daily practice of Nasya, the face becomes brighter and more expressive voice becomes soft and pleasant.

  • गण्डूषधारण and कवलग्रह – Keeping any medicated oil or decoction or hot water inside the mouth for a while and moving it inside the mouth is called Gandusha dharana.

When the same is done without moving it inside the mouth, it is called Kavalagraha.

These practices strengthen the mouth, jaws, chin, and teeth.

It is good to prevent cracked lips, thirst, dental caries and sensitivity of teeth.

  • अभ्यंग – Whole body massage with oil is advised to pacify वात. If not possible then apply oil at least on head, ears and legs. It nourishes the body, induces sleep, induces calmness of mind, overcomes tiredness of body. It relieves all pain, and it is anti-ageing.
  • मूर्धतैल – Applying oil over head. It prevents hair fall and premature greying of hair. It keeps the mind cool, prevents headache and induces sound sleep.
  • व्यायाम- Physical exercise. Exercise should be continued till half of the strength is exhausted. It brings lightness to body, improves work efficiency and burns extra accumulated fat. (Half of the energy seems to be utilized when air from chest region reaches the mouth i.e., Slight panting.)
  • उद्वर्तन- Powder massage Rubbing medicated powder or paste on skin. It pacifies कफ, enhances skin glow, removes wrinkles, dissolves fat.
  • स्नान– Bath. Hot water bath is recommended for body below the neck. Lukewarm or cold water is advised for shower over the head. Snana increases digestive power; provides immunity, strength and longevity.
  • भॊजन- Food. The food should be सात्म्य(congenial), clean, fresh and should comprise of all the 6 tastes namely sweet, sour, salt, pungent, bitter, and astringent.
  • सद्वृत्त – Good behavior Following good behavioral pattern or conduct in mind, body and speech is also important in maintaining good health. Being in association with good people, maintaining equanimity in success and failure, helping the needy people are the qualities which should be adopted. Ancient Indian scriptures have clearly specified that one should restrain from negativities such as Kaama (Excessive desire), Krodha (Anger), Lobha (Greed) Moha (Excessive attachment) Mada (Arrogance) Matsara (Jealous). Keeping away from hatredness, violence, untruth, stealing, cheating etc. are essential for good health. This will also help the person to achieve mental, social and spiritual health.

Seasonal Regimen- Ritucharya​

As our body undergoes changes according to the seasons, Ayurveda emphasizes on change in our diet and regimen accordingly.

  • Winter (हेमंत, शिशिर) – December-Jan-Feb:
    Due to contact with cold wind outdoors, the digestive power will increase, and one is capable of digesting heavy food. So, one can enjoy sweets, milk products, unctuous food, black gram recipes, sugarcane juice etc.
  • Spring (वसंत) – March-April:
    As the कफ gets aggravated in this season, digestion becomes slow. So, consume light and easily digestible food like Barley, Wheat, Honey etc. Avoid heavy unctuous, sweet food. Day sleep also should be avoided.
  • Summer(ग्रीष्म) May-June-July:
    Due to scorching sun rays and hot wind, summer makes one feel feverish. So, avoid vigorous exercise, roaming under sunshine, pungent, sour and salty food. Consume rice, ghee, milk, grapes, tender coconut water. Food which are warm (room temperature), sweets and liquids are recommended. A short nap in the afternoon is advisable only in summer.
  • Rainy season (वर्ष) Aug-Sept:
    Due to rain and cloudy weather, there will be poor digestive power and aggravation of vata dosha. So, food like rice, barley, wheat, vegetable soup which has sour and salt taste are recommended.
  • शरत् Oct-Nov :
    In this season, as the sky becomes clear, the sun rays aggravate pittha dosha. Hence food and drinks of sweet, bitter, and astringent taste are recommended. Rice, barley, wheat, green gram, Indian goose berry (amla), grapes, honey etc. can be consumed.
  • ऋतुसंधि :
    Transient period between the two seasons is called ‘Ritu sandhi’. During this period one should give up the regimen of previous season gradually and adapt regimen of next season gradually. This will avoid diseases due to seasonal change.

At SumanVeda Advanced Ayurveda Clinic, one can avail the doctor’s personalized advice on diet and regimen to be followed individually.

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