10 effective medicinal uses of Ayurvedic herb Gokshura
‘Nerinjil’, also known as ‘Gokshura’ or ‘Devil’s weed’ is a plant that is covered with thorns, comprising small leaves flowers that are yellow in colour. It is the thorns of…
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10 effective Ayurvedic remedies to relieve constipation
With modern lifestyle and living conditions, constipation has emerged a major disease in every household, affecting children and adults alike. Constipation is generally considered to be a condition wherein there…
Integrated therapies like Ayurveda and Yoga can help treat kids with Autism
There is an increased demand among the general public for the combined therapy, including Ayurveda, Yoga, Siddha and Homeopathy, for treating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), said recent reports. The combined…
Ayurvedic herb Giloy proves to be a major breakthrough in combating ageing
A recent study by Gujarat Ayurveda University in India has concluded that consumption of the ayurvedic shrub ‘Giloy’ (heart-leaved moonseed) increased the lifespan of the common fruit fly. The Ministry…
Yoga proven safe and effective for cardiac surgery patients
The preliminary results of a recent study, the largest ever multi-centre randomised trial on ‘cardiac rehabilitation and health benefits of yoga’, have revealed that yoga is safe, and offers ‘similar’…
Top 10 health benefits of Ayurvedic medicinal herb Punarnava
Punarnava (Hogweed) also referred to as Thazhuthama is a popular ayurvedic herb that has been used since time immemorial for its rejuvenating and purifying properties. Being indigenous to India, the…
6 simple Ayurvedic lifestyle tips to manage hypertension naturally
Diseases can be classified as infectious or lifestyle diseases. While the former is largely due to involvement of external pathogens, lifestyle diseases are often considered preventable, as they are often…
6 Ayurvedic Hair Masks that add life to your hair
When it comes to hair care, natural is always the best. Herbs help protect the natural texture and sheen of hair when the ingredients are blended in a balanced way,…
Ayurveda, Yoga works to lower blood pressure naturally, say study
Ayurveda and Yoga can help in lowering your blood pressure naturally and quickly, according to latest study. According to experts, some tweaks in diet, lifestyle and exercise can go a…
Treat your Frozen Shoulder with Ayurveda
More often than not, we tend to shrug off shoulder pain and stiffness by popping a painkiller. But, it is important to be aware that a frozen shoulder can gradually…
7 Tips to remain Heart-healthy the Ayurvedic way
Given, the busy lives that we lead today, with erratic work and sleep hours, coupled with stress and unhealthy lifestyle, it gets increasingly difficult to prevent the onset of some…
Did you know the link between yoga and dental hygiene?
Did you know that yoga can improve dental health? Yes, it is indeed a fact that yoga is more than just improving flexibility and balance, managing pain, and clearing one’s…
Age graciously with Kaya Kalpa, the art of rejuvenation in Ayurveda
Have you heard of the anti-ageing therapy or rejuvenation therapy in Ayurveda, referred to as ‘Kaya Kalpa Chikitsa’ or ‘Kaya Kalpa Therapy’? It is an ancient rejuvenation practice, wherein, the…
Yoga can reverse Hypothyroidism, reveals study
Thyroid disorders are getting increasingly common in today’s world. Thyroid disorders need regular treatment, but, apart from medications, certain yoga postures have proven to be beneficial in reducing hypothyroidism. Thyroid…
Ayurvedic healing herb Turmeric can cure Stomach Cancer, says latest study
The healing properties of turmeric, the healing herb and wonder spice, has no bounds. The latest in line is the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) study which confirmed that consuming turmeric…