Ayurveda needs no introduction; the ancient Indian Medicine System has been evolving and developing for more than 2 millennia now. It is believed to have been passed from gods to sages or bright men (physicians). Many believe Dhanvantri incarnated as Divodasa and passed it onto the other physicians, including Sushruta himself. The Ayurvedic system of…
When we talk about Ayurveda and its concepts, the first and very important concept to be understood by all is of Dosha&Prakriti. According to Ayurveda there are 3 types of doshas; vata, pitta and kapha. Based on these three doshas different people have 3 different types of Prakriti:vata, pitta and kapha. Each and every person,…
Age-old scientific practices always hold a torchlight in our hard times. A peek into the ancient history of India will show us how blessed we are to have gained the knowledge of Ayurveda passed down through generations. Ayurveda tells us how to correct our lifestyles to lead a healthy lifestyle. The various treatises on this…
While a regular visit to the dentist is a good habit, you can still stay on top of your oral health with home remedies. There are natural ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy and disease-free and it’s better to benefit from them. In fact, if you’re game for natural remedies, you are likely…
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is one of the most well-known and commonly used spices in the world, with its brilliant and vibrant yellow colour earning it the title of “Indian saffron” and the “Golden spice of India”. Its use in India goes back nearly 4000 years, where it held religious and cultural significance, found use as…
The turmoil that people face because of their personal and professional commitments these days makes it mandatory for them to have something that could facilitate their peace of mind. While you may get suggestions of seeing a doctor to fight your depression that is caused because of the exhaustion of your daily life, it is…