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When it comes to holistic healthcare systems, Ayurveda is considered the oldest living medical system in the history of mankind. We most of the people do not know is that the Tibetan medical system (“Sowa Rigpa” translated to ‘Science of healing’) which is quite similar in principle to Ayurveda, originated from it and its practice … Read more
1. Bhagavad Geeta Chapter 2 – Shloka 47 कर्मण्येवाधिकारस्ते मा फलेषु कदाचन । मा कर्मफलहेतुर्भुर्मा ते संगोऽस्त्वकर्मणि ॥ Transliteration karmany evadhikaras te ma phalesu kadacanama karma-phala-hetur bhur ma te sango ‘stv akarmani Literal Translation: You have a right to perform your prescribed duty, but you are not entitled to the fruits of action. Never consider … Read more
There is no one who hasn’t suffered from throat infections. Although common, these infections can really make one suffer if not treated on time. The treasure trove of Ayurveda contains many amazing herbal formulations that can be used to manage these infections in day to day life. But first lets find out why throat infection … Read more
Occasionally, we experience major digestive disorders. But for most of us, it is a low-grade issue. There might be certain foods that we cannot handle or certain situations where we noticed that our digestion is just not working very well and mostly we are out of touch with what’s happening in our body, that we … Read more
Sattva, Rajas and Tamas are the three gunas and the most important and basic energy concept of the Yogic culture. Its uses and implementations can also be seen in Ayurveda. It helps us understand the energy systems of human body and mind and how specific foods, diet and habits can be used to keep the … Read more
Patanjali yoga sutras by rishi Patanjali describes 8 aids to achieving the state of Yoga. The yoga sutras contain 4 padas (chapters) which deal with Samadhi, Sadhana (ways to achieve yoga), Vibhuti (powers that the yogi comes across in his journey) and Kaivalya (absolution). The 8 limbs of yoga are described under the Sadhana pada. … Read more
Abhyanga in Ayurveda means oil massage. It is suggested as both as a preventive modality in everyday life of a person as well as for treatment of diseases. Depending on the constitution of a person, different type of oils are brought in preferred usage. How it is performed? A generous amount of oil or medicated … Read more
Ancient indian texts are full of beautiful yoga and meditation related quotes. Below are a few that I loved. These are just not from ancient texts but some are also recited by great yogis and philosophers of the yogic tradition. #1. Yoga is the journey of the self through the self to the self – … Read more
Sona Patti, literally translating to “Gold leaves”, is a rare medicinal flowering shrub, sometimes with a religious significance. Surely, everyone in India has definitely seen it or even held it in their hands without even realizing that they’re in the presence of Sona Patti. Well, what makes it so popular? The very fact that it … Read more
Breath is one of the most important aspects of Yoga. In the ancient Sanskrit language, the word ‘prana’ means the vital life governing energy or force. ‘Ayama’ means to control. The combination of these two words is ‘Pranayama’ or control of the breath. It is not just mere breath control but a technique through which … Read more