Kerala, located in the southernmost part of India, is well-known for its Ayurvedic resorts which attracts increasing numbers of tourists all through the year. Kerala, the land of spices, positioned in the tropical region, with an abundance of medicinal plants and herbs in its forests, has an equable climate. Due to this unique ecological position [...]
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Talapodhichil – involves massaging a herbal paste onto the entire head which is left aside in that manner for 45 minutes. This is an effective treatment for hyperactivity, headache, skin disorders, insomnia, depression and eye disorders. Chakra Basti – involves application of Basti into the umbilical region, which works on the solar networks in the [...]
Njavarakizhi – is a very effective rejuvenation technique done by a special kind of cooked rice, tied into boluses, dipped in warm milk and herbal decoction and massaged into the body through special technique by therapists. This relieves Paralytic strokes, tissue strengtheners, debility, Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis. Abhyanga – The entire body is massaged with [...]
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This is a procedure which involves bathing the eye with medicated pure ghee derived from cow’s milk. This procedure relieves eye strain caused due to prolonged hours of work in the computer, in addition to relieving dry eyes, chronic conjunctivits, corneal ulcer, vata aggravated eye diseases, burning sensation and pain in the eyes.
Shirodhara – procedure involves pouring a stream of medicated herbal decotion / warm oil/ buttermilk/ medicated milk continuously on the forehead for about 15 to 40 minutes and is usually done after Abhyanga. This procedure may lead to a dazed feeling, and induces deep relaxation of mind and body and the central nervous system. The [...]
There are various therapies and rejuvenation therapies offered at most Ayurvedic rejuvenation centers and Spas as packages. These packages are aimed to de-stress the body and mind, helps in cleansing and detoxification, anti-aging, provides deep relaxation and rejuvenations and meets individual health requirements. On undergoing these treatments, one returns feeling rejuvenated. A few such rejuvenation [...]
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There are various [tag]meditation techniques[/tag], a few of which are quite simple and can easily be done with practice, while the other techniques can be learnt through an instructor who is well experienced. A few such meditation techniques and their descriptions are given below: Simple Meditation Walking Meditation Transcendental Meditation Mindfulness Meditation (Vipassana) Vibrational Meditation [...]
Body Scan Meditation is frequently done by people who wish to have the effect of a formal mindfulness meditation without attending any [tag]tai chi[/tag] or [tag]yoga classes[/tag]. This is done by lying on the back in a flat surface with uncrossed legs, arms on either sides, palms facing upwards and eyes closed or opened based [...]
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