Ayurveda

Ayurveda
Ayurveda literally translated meaning the “science of life.” The medical system originated in India more than 5,000 years ago, (about the same time as yoga, which is an integral part of a complete Ayurvedic lifestyle) Ayurvedic practitioners use a wide range of medicinal plants in healing remedies, in addition to specific dietary practices, detoxification processes, yogic philosophies, and various hands-on therapies to bring about an individual’s complete health and vitality. It is not only a system to cure diseases but the system teaching us how to achieve 'Perfect health ' for diseased or abnormal conditions and how to lead alife ,both physical and mental ,to attain the bliss of real life.
According to ayurveda ,human body is composed of three fundamental elements called 'Dosha's-which represent the physico -chemical and physiological activities of the body,'Dhatu' which denotes the materials entering into the formation of a basic structure of the body cell,thereby performing some basic actions.Doshas are three -Vata ,Pitta and kapha and they may not bre equal in and same in all.It describes how to live to avoid disease in each climate and how can a perfect health is maintained throughout the life.

Method of ayurvedic treatment are primarily classified in to 3 . They are Antharparimarjnam, Bahirparimarganan,Sastrapranidhanam.

The Ayurvedic medicinal plants and herbs listed include several that can be used for a variety of treatments, and to restore balance to the system regardless of an individual’s prakriti. As with the purchase of any health product, be sure to purchase from reputable suppliers, preferably selling remedies that have been grown using sustainable farming methods. The environments of many Ayurvedic medicinal plants and herbs have been drastically reduced in recent years, so this caution is especially applicable. The products should be 100% organic as well.

Ayurvedic medicinal plants and herbs
Amalki (Embilica officinalis) Also called Indian gooseberry, amalaki balances all three doshas, and can be used as arejuvenator, aphrodisiac (India originated the Kama Sutras, so it is hardly surprising that many of the prized Ayurvedic medicinal plants have this characteristic), brain and heart tonic, and skin disorder remedy.
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) With its beneficial influence on the nervous system, this remedy successfully treats chronic stress and fatigue. People who have difficulty concentrating and generally feel unbalanced or ungrounded benefit from taking this. One can mix it with warm milk before bedtime to eliminate insomnia and anxiety. Ashwagandha also has been reputed to work as a rejuvenative in conditions of nerve and muscle weakness.
Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri) A nervine tonic, diuretic, sedative, brahmi can be useful in the treatment of depression
Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia) The treatment of infectious illnesses, ranging from colds to syphilis. This Ayurvedic medicinal plant has a detoxifying as well as rejuvenating effect. Guduchi is used in the treatment of chronic skin disorders such as psoriasis.

Boswellia, also called Salai Guggal (Boswellia serrata) An antiarthritic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory, Boswellia is an Ayurvedic herb known as Indian frankincense, traditionally used to treat disorders of the digestive system, respiratory ailments, and joint diseases. From an Ayurvedic perspective, Boswellia treats a variety of health concerns. It treats digestive upsets, from heart-burn to diarrhea. This Ayurvedic herb is designed to enhance metabolic activity and rapidly lose weight safely and naturally.
Shatavari herb- Asparagus racemosus A galactogogic, antispasmodic, antidiarrhetic, and demulcent, shatavari is one of the prime rejuvenating herbal medicines in Ayurveda. It is considered particularly helpful in conditions affecting the female reproductive system, including infertility. One of its names means “having one hundred husbands”, which highlights its reputation as a fertility enhancing plant. A member of the same family as the common asparagus, shatavari has many nutritive properties. It cools an irritated digestive system and relieves heartburn, diarrhea or irritable bowel syndrome. Nursing mothers often use it to improve the production of breast milk. The soothing effect of this Ayurvedic medicinal plant will heal inflammatory conditions or irritated tissues, and its cooling influence can reduce the occurrence of hot flashes in menopausal women.
Shikakai Shikakai means "fruit for hair" and is a traditional shampoo used in India. This Ayurvedic medicinal plant is made from Acacia concinna, a shrub native to central and south India.
Triphala Triphala, formulated by Ayurvedic physicians thousands of years ago, can be considered the most effective colon tonics by most health care practitioners. Triphala’s mild, non-addictive, cleansing effect makes it much easier and safer to use than many other colon prescriptions. Triphala consists of three potent healing herbs:
Amalaki - helps to boost the immune system and balances Pitta (one of the three doshas, or elements). Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), a classic heart-brain-longevity tonic.
Bibhitaki (Terminalia belerica), a powerful rejuvenative that reduces heart and liver disease, and can also improve speech and vision. It is also used to promote hair growth and to balance Kapha (the last of the three elements). Tulsi Demulcent, expectorant, anticatarrhal, antispasmodic, anthelminthic. Also called Holy Basil, and an herb sacred to Hindus.
Ajwan (Apium graveolens) also known as wild lettuce.

Anantamool (Hemidesmus indicus) also known as Indian Sarsaparilla.

Arjuna (Terminalia arjuna).

Ashoka (Saraca indica)

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera)

Babul or Babool (Acacia nilotica): The bark, fruit and gum resin of Babul are used in various Ayurvedic herbal preparations.

Babul bark is used in oral and dental hygiene products, burn injuries and in skin diseases.

Bala (Sida cordifolia): used for bronchial asthma and nasal congestion

Banaba (Lagerstroemia speciosa)

Bhumiamla (Plyllanthus amarus)

Bhumyamalaki (Phyllanthus niruri)

Bibhitaki (Terminalia belerica) -- found in Triphala

Bilwa (Aegle marmelos)

Brahmi (Bacopa monnieri): nervine tonic, diuretic, sedative

Chirayata (Swertia chirata)

Citrak or chitrakmool (Plumbago zeylandica)

Clover protein concentrate (Trifolium alexandrianum)

Datura (Datura metal)

Devadaru (Cedrus deodara)

Gokshura (Tribulis terrestris)

Guduchi (Tinospora cordifolia)

Guggul (Commiphora mukul )

Hapusha (Juniperus communis)

Isabgol (Plantago ovata)

Jatamansi (Nardostachys jatamansi)

Kalmegh (Andrographis paniculata)

Kanchnar (Bauhinia variegata)

Kantakari (Solanum xanthocarpum)

Kapikachehha or Kaunch (Mucuna pruriens)

Katela - Momordica charantia -

Kumari (Aloe barbadensis)

Kutaj (Holarrhena antidysenterica) is an Ayurvedic medicinal plant or herb that has alkaloids

Kutaki or Kutki - Picrorhiza kurroa

Mandukaparni (Centella asiatica) - Gotu kola

Meshasringi - Gurmar (Gymnema sylvestre)

Methi (Trigonella foenum-gracum)

Mulathi or (Mulethi Glycyrrhiza glabra)

Musta (Cyperus rotundus)

Neem (Azadiracta indica) or (azadirachta indica): skin disease, blood disease, antibacterial

Nirgundi (Vitex negundo)

Noni - Morinda citrifolia Pashanbheda (Bergenia ligulata)

Pippali (Piper longum)

Punarnava (Boerhaavia diffusa): this Ayurvedic medicinal plant or herb is a diuretic, expectorant, laxative

Safed musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum)

Salai Guggal (Boswellia serrata)

Tagar (Valeriana wallichii)

Tamarind Tejpatra (Cinnamomum tarnala)

Vacha (Acorus calamus): nervine, antispasmatic, sedative, stomachic, expectorant, emetic, laxative, diuretic

Vasaka (Adhatoda vasica)

Vidanga (Embelia ribes)

Vidari (Ipomoea digitata)

Vilayati imli (Garcinia cambogia)