(Medicines alone do not cure a disease; only when they are combined with strict dietary discipline can the disease be removed from its root.) Diet (Ahara) Do not eat stale food. Avoid refined flour (maida) products – bread, biscuits, pav and other bakery items. Avoid pickles and all fermented foods such as khaman, dhokla, handvo, …
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Worms (Krimi Roga) – Symptoms, Causes and Ayurvedic Treatment
Worms (stomach worms) are a problem that looks small but can seriously affect the body. Many people ignore it as something ordinary, but worms eat up the nutrients in the body and weaken it from inside. This problem is seen more in children, because they play in dirt, put their hands in the mouth and …
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What Is the Purpose of Sanskar? – The Sixteen Sanskars (2)
Human life is extremely precious. It is our good fortune that we have been born as humans instead of as animals or birds. Our Indian, Vedic culture believes that this human body is received after hundreds of births. Along with this human birth, God, society, family and nature have certain expectations from us. So it …
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What Are the Five Mahabhutas? Akasha, Vayu, Agni, Jala and Prithvi in Ayurveda
Panchamahabhuta is a fundamental principle of Ayurveda. Discover the meaning of Akasha, Vayu, Agni, Jala, and Prithvi and their role in understanding the body, food, and nature.
The Relationship Between Panchamahabhuta and Triguna — An Ayurvedic Perspective on Sattva, Rajas and Tamas
Panchamahabhuta and Triguna are two foundational ideas of Indian thought. Learn how Ayurveda relates the five great elements to Sattva, Rajas and Tamas, and how this understanding applies to food, routine and mind.
Qualities, Properties and Functions of the Five Great Elements (Panchamahabhuta)
Explore the Ayurvedic concept of Panchamahabhuta—the five great elements of space, air, fire, water and earth. Understand their characteristic qualities and their traditional significance in relation to the body, food and Ayurvedic principles.
Turmeric: A Valuable Medicinal Ingredient in the Kitchen — Classical Ayurvedic Properties, Traditional Uses and Precautions
Turmeric, known as Haridra in Ayurveda, is valued in traditional practice and everyday cooking. Explore its classical properties, traditional uses, modern research and important safety precautions.
Natural Remedies for Healthy Kids: Ayurvedic Guidance for Children’s Health
Discover how balanced nutrition, adequate sleep, hygiene, physical activity, and a supportive environment contribute to children’s health. Explore traditional Ayurvedic child-care principles alongside essential safety precautions and modern pediatric guidance.
Turmeric — Food or Medicine?
Turmeric, known as Haridra in Ayurveda, is valued as both a culinary spice and a traditional medicinal substance. Explore its Ayurvedic properties, traditional applications, modern research, and important precautions.
Seven Uses of Dry Ginger (Sunthi): Ayurvedic Properties and Traditional Significance
Dry ginger, known as Sunthi in Ayurveda, is traditionally used to support appetite and digestion. Learn about seven traditional uses, its Ayurvedic properties, practical dietary applications, and important safety precautions.