Cancer is considered generally as an age-related disease. Statistics reveal that individuals above 55 years of age have thirty times more possibility of diseases such as Cancer, in comparison to those below 35 years of age. Cancer is considered as a damage-related disease.

Aging occurs due to the oxidants produced as consequence of normal metabolism. Diseases such as heart disease, cataracts, brain dysfunction and cancer are found to be mostly oxidative in nature.

From Ayurvedic perspective, Cancer is the result of the body’s reaction against the natural balance of the body. This concept is termed as “Pratyahara” in Ayurveda. Ayurveda suggests that individuals should follow “Swasth Vrita” which means “healthy circle”. This is inclusive of following seasonal and regular routines that takes into consideration physical, mental and emotional aspects of humans making way to perfect health.

Ayurvedic anti-oxidants such as turmeric, Ashwagandha, Amla, Neem, Triphala, Bacopa monnieri, and Gingko biloba have plenty of useful antioxidants which help in protecting the body from damage due to oxidation. The main sources of dietary antioxidants are vegetables and fruits which contains thousands of bioflavonoids and carotenes. It is recommended that atleast five portions of fruits and vegetables should be consumed in a day. Studies show that the incidence of cancer among individuals who do not eat veggies and fruits are double in comparison to those who make it as a part of their regular diet.

Ayurveda has been long emphasizing the positive impact of exercise in promoting good health. Research conducted in western countries shows that physical exercise has the ability to kill emerging cancerous cells naturally.  Also performing breathing exercises like Pranayama and Yoga postures, help the individuals in dealing with cancer in a calm manner.

Maintaining a healthy immune system is vital to fight the cancerous cells arising in the body. As stress weakens the immune system, yoga and meditation are recommended to alleviate stress. The principles adopted by Ayurveda towards health and the preventive measures adopted in dealing with cancer and such innumerable life threatening diseases show that one can play a critical role in enhancing one’s own state of well-being.

Source: www.ayurvedicscience.com

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