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Ayurveda Retreat
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The Panchakarma Procedure Panchakarma (five actions) is a
cleansing and rejuvenating program for the body, mind and consciousness. It
is known for its beneficial effects on overall health, wellness and
self-healing. Panchakarma can help to revere
negative effects on daily living. It can restore the natural state of health
and wellness by cleansing the body of toxins, bringing balance into our system,
improving bodily functions. It can also help you sustain this process by
making positive changes in our lifestyle. The Panchakarma therapeutic
process appears quite simple in its application; however, its effects are
very powerful and effective. Panchakarma is a unique, natural,
holistic, health-giving series of therapeutic treatments that cleanse the
body’s deep tissues of toxins, open the subtle channels, bringing
life-enhancing energy, thereby increasing vitality, inner peace, confidence
and well-being.
Some Questions & Answers How does Ayurveda work? The main purpose of our organism
is to keep us alive; this is its function, its duty. Every cell has the
intelligence to support that duty, but it can be a difficult task due to
factors of the environment, emotions, nutrition, and genetics. These factors
can affect the Doshas (elements in the body) and generate ailments and
disease. Ayurveda's main objective is to
balance the Doshas of the individual according to their original
constitution. When the Doshas are in balance, the organism can function
properly. Ayurveda focuses on removing the underlying cause of symptoms,
which are the result of a Doshic imbalance. For that purpose, Ayurveda uses
medicinal herbs, cooking methods, rejuvenating therapies, and daily routines
(Dinacharya). Diet and lifestyle that are in harmony with the original
constitution will strengthen the body, mind, and consciousness, and prevent
disorders at all levels.
Is Ayurveda safe?
Ayurveda is a truly holistic
natural system of health for all ages. Since Ayurveda considers food to be
medicine, it focuses on diet and lifestyle as the foundation for good health,
allowing the individual to take more control over their health and well
being. Along with proper nutrition, it uses herbs and therapies that have
been utilized for thousands of years. Medicinal herbs have many properties
and potential actions, and, when manufactured and used properly, they achieve
the desired results without creating further imbalances. So, as with any type
of health care, it is important to have the guidance and close supervision of
a trained clinician through regular follow-ups and good communication. At the
Ayurveda Centre we use only high quality, wild crafted and organic herbs and
herbal preparations.
How effective is Ayurveda? Ayurveda is a very effective
system of alternative medicine that is slowly being recognized in the west.
It is one if the primary systems of health care in India, and has been used
for thousands of years for all sorts of ailments and disorders. Its full
effectiveness will depend on various considerations, including the age and
state of health of the individual, how much effort they are willing to put
into making the necessary changes toward better health, and how compliant
they are with taking their formulas and following the recommended guidelines.
Since an Ayurvedic regime is very individualized, its results will depend on
individual factors and on follow-up treatments, since adjustments and close
supervision are absolutely necessary to obtain optimal results.
Can I take my medication when following an Ayurvedic
regime? Ayurveda can be used in
conjunction with Western allopathic medicine. Drugs can save lives, but
because of their toxicity they can also weaken or damage the body. Ayurveda
can help protect and make the body stronger after or along with drugs or
surgery. It is very important to let the Ayurvedic clinician know what
medication you are on, so he can recommend the appropriate regime for you.
How long do I have to wait to see any results? It depends on your state of
health, your lifestyle, and how disciplined you are in following an Ayurvedic
regime. Often times following an Ayurvedic regime can have rather quick
effects, but since Ayurveda is a holistic science, patience and self-effort
are important. We believe that slow changes are lasting changes.
Do I have to completely change my lifestyle to
follow and Ayurvedic regime? It really depends on what your
health state, age, lifestyle, and goals are. Ayurveda defines imbalance as
the end result of living out of harmony with our original constitution. Our
constitution is the inherent balance of energies within our bodies and our
minds. It determines everything from our bone structure and temperament to
our predisposition toward certain health challenges. Since we all have a
different balance of energy, the path to optimal health will vary from person
to person. How close you are to your constitutional balance will determine
how many changes you need to make to get the results you want from your
regime.
What is Ayurvedic massage? The Ayurvedic massage is known as
Abhyanga. It consists of one or two therapists vigorously massaging warm oil
onto your body from head to foot. This kind of massage takes you into a state
of deep relaxation, both muscular and mental while nourishing bodily tissues
and promoting cleansing and healing. Specialized herbal oils specific to your
constitution and imbalances help bring your body back into balance.
What are medicated oils and why are they used in
Ayurveda? Medicated oils are herbal oils
that have been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic clinics. They are
used according to each person's needs and Doshic imbalance. Warm oil has a
penetrating quality that helps the body absorb the substances infused into
the oil for health purposes. They are applied in many Ayurvedic therapies and
are also used for self-massage as a part of a daily routine for self-healing
and maintaining health (Dinacharya). |
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