Ayurveda Kidney Stone Treatment
Ayurveda Kidney Stone Treatment
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Ayurveda states that there are three classifications of kidney stones and they are dosha specific. A calcium type stone is kapha related, while an oxalate type stone is pitta related and a phosphate type of stone corresponds to vata dosha.
The pitta related kidney stones are sharp and the burn andSeptember 2012
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Ayurvedic Gems Part 4
Ayurvedic Gems Part 4
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(Editors Note: It would be beneficial to read the first post on Ayurvedic Gems, as there are some caveats to using gemstones, that you should be aware of. There will be a link to the next post at the bottom of the post.)
Our last post left off with the opal gemstone. We will wrap up this mini-series with the last 5 AyurvedicAyurvedic Gems Part 3
Ayurvedic Gems Part 3
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(Editors Note: It would be beneficial to read the first post on Ayurvedic Gems, as there are some caveats to using gemstones, that you should be aware of. There will be a link to the next post at the bottom of the post.)
We will now continue on our journey of specific Ayurvedic gems and their uses. Our last gem was theAyurvedic Gems-Part 2
Ayurvedic Gems-Part 2
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(Editors Note: It would be beneficial to read the first post on Ayurvedic Gems, as there are some caveats to using gemstones, that you should be aware of. There will be a link to the next post at the bottom of the post.)
Our series on Ayurvedic Gems will now look into the individual stones and their uses. Please know thatAyurvedic Gems
Ayurvedic Gems
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Ayurveda maintains that certain gems and stones have healing properties. One can either wear them on the body or place them in water at night and then drink the water the next day to benefit.
Gems enhance the chakra energies and directly influence all three doshas. They can be used to both stimulate or reduce organ functions and eitherAyurvedic Breathing-Pitta And Kapha
Ayurvedic Breathing-Pitta And Kapha
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In our article for Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 3, we mentioned that just prior to meditating, you should do deep breathing exercises. We also mentioned that they were dosha specific. The instructions for vata type deep breathing are located within the post Alternate Nostril Breathing Directions.Alternate Nostril Breathing Directions
Alternate Nostril Breathing Directions
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With alternate nostril breathing exercises, we will inhale through the left nostril, which will benefit the right side of our brain (female energy) and then inhale through the right nostril, which will aid the left side of our brain (male energy).
Our purpose in doing this, is to balanceAyurvedic Breathing Technique
Ayurvedic Breathing Technique
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There is a bridge in Ayurveda that is called prana. Prana is the ongoing motion of awareness. In perception, it is prana that transfers awareness to the objects we see. The motion of awareness via prana is known as attention.
Internally, prana is the motion of thought, sensation, emotion and feeling. ThisAyurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 5
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 5
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(Editor’s Note: These Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips are a series and it would be beneficial to start with the first article, then Part 2, Part 3 and so on. Here is the link to the beginning of the series. As each article is completed, there will be a link at the bottom for the next article.)
It is now timeAyurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 4
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 4
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(Editor’s Note: These Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips are a series and it would be beneficial to start with the first article, then Part 2, Part 3 and so on. Here is the link to the beginning of the series. As each article is completed, there will be a link at the bottom for the next article.)
Well, we haveAyurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 3
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 3
[caption id=”attachment_6468” align=”alignright” width=”266”] Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 3[/caption]
(Editor’s Note: These Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips are a series and it would be beneficial to start with the first article, then Part 2, Part 3 and so on. Here is the link to the beginning of the series. As each article is completed, there will be a link at the bottom for the next article.)
We are now ontoAyurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 2
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips Part 2
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If you have not yet read Ayurveda Lifestyle Tips Part 1, it would be beneficial to do so before reading this post. It is good to know why you are doing what you are suggested to do. It will give meaning to your actions. Read that first post here and then come back to this post.
Start Your Day The AyurvedaAyurvedic Lifestyle Tips
Ayurvedic Lifestyle Tips
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The bottom line to living an Ayurvedic lifestyle, is to live our lives harmoniously with nature. Our mental and physical health is determined by this major tenet.
Each day we have decisions to make, in every moment, that either enhances our health or deteriorates it. Decisions such as when do we sleep, what to eat, howAyurveda 20 Qualities For Healing
Ayurveda 20 Qualities For Healing
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These 20 qualities are found in our bodies and the world that surrounds us. A good example of this would be the weather. It could be cloudy or clear, hot or cold, liquid or dry etc.
Our body skin may be rough or smooth and oily or dry. The food we eat can take on these qualities. Ice cream is cold,Ayurveda Food List
Ayurveda Food List
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Before we get into the actual Ayurveda food list, it might be worth considering the reasons why we want to add yet another structure to our lives.
The answer to this is simple, but crucial. We want to lead disease free lives and maintain that health all throughout our lives, including aging gracefully.
Have you ever wonderedAyurveda Online Test
Ayurveda Online Test
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Before we get to the actual test, it is important to understand why we are seeking this classification of ourselves, rather than being just able to say I am a kapha, vata or pitta dosha.
Ayurveda states that the five major elements come together to comprise the three doshas. These elements are in everyone andAyurvedic Treatment For Tendinitis
Ayurvedic Treatment For Tendinitis
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Usually, tendinitis is thought to be associated with sports that require tremendous activity. Tendinitis can occur with lesser physical straining, as in carpal tunnel problems.
With sports like activities, what may happen, is that a muscle gets pulled and irritates the tendon which can lead toAyurveda Sore Throat Remedies
Ayurveda Sore Throat Remedies
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Ayurveda states that a sore throat is caused by inflammation and irritation of the throat. The main remedy is gargling. We will discuss herbal formulas for this, later on.
A persistent sore throat that lasts more than a few days, could be an indication of something more serious and should be treated by yourAyurveda On Jet Lag
Ayurveda On Jet Lag
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Jet lag, per Ayurveda, is an excess vata situation. High altitude coupled with high speed creates a spacy and light feeling within the body and that aggravates the vata dosha.
If you are a vata dosha as your primary body constitution, it is important to have balance in this dosha more than the other 2 doshas.
Giving us aAyurveda And Hives
Ayurveda And Hives
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Hives stem from excess pitta under the skin. Rashes are the same in this aspect. The Ayurvedic remedy is to provide cooling treatment both externally and internally.
You will find resources and remedies below to accomplish this cooling.
Let’s get into defining what hives are a bit more. Here is an excerpt from webMD.com from