There is a famous saying that goes something like, “Disease is the vengeance of Mother Nature for the violation of her laws”- Charles Simmons. We are living in the era of antibiotics, toxins, and adulteration, which is slowly but gradually taking us towards diseases and probably pre-mature death. It is quite sad on our part that our ancient art of healing, ancestral diets, and herbs have left the room for good and vacated space for modern diets, such as SAD (Standard American Diet), junk food mania, and modern medicines. People, after ruining their bodies with antibiotics and fast foods, come crying back to their roots. One of the many parts of our forgotten wise traditions is Ayurveda.
This ancient healing protocol that stems from the sacred soil of India and is slowly spreading its roots in foreign lands as well has come a long way. A lot of testimonies favoring Ayurveda are increasingly putting all the alter-theories to rest. Even though this looks far-fetched for you, here are some of the easiest yet effective ways you too can reap the amazing Ayurveda benefits:
1. Happy Gut
This definitely does not mean consuming your favorite dairy-free vegan ice cream or a meat dish that you love. It is about choosing the right herbs and consuming them in an appropriate manner for an optimized experience. Science has already proved that herbs like Basil (Tulsi), Curcumin (an active agent found in Turmeric), and intense herbs like Ashwagandha helps your body recover from a situation of mental of physical trauma. There are active antifungal agents in similar herbs that clear up the gut, kill pathogens thriving on the intestinal lining, and support the flow of neurotransmitters and more.
2. Bowel Movements
Why do you need to focus on the bowel movements? For all the right reasons. Isn’t it gross to obsess over poop? No, it isn’t. The connection between Gut and Brain is all over the internet and coming off as an eye-opener for many. Ayurveda lays a lot of emphasis on perfect bowels, atleast pooping 5 days a week and a diet that supports the delicate Agni. There are many processes that this art of healing suggests, such as Enema, usage of herbs like Triphala, Hare-Baher, Dandelion Root (a popular herb in Chinese medicines as well) and herbal massages for optimal digestion.
3. Stress Management
This may like a shocker but it’s far from being a myth or overrated news. Ayurveda, along the same lines of Yoga, helps with stress in ways, you cannot imagine. According to a short study published on the official website of the prestigious NCBI, the benefits of Ayurveda are amazing when it comes to combating symptoms of stress, anxiety, and borderline depression. Ayurveda defines Stress as sahasa that negatively affects ojahksaya (immunity) and if left unaddressed, can lead to a myriad of physical and mental health issues. Look at all those Ayurveda retreats in India, they all offer a perfect amalgamation of Yoga, meditation and Ayurveda for a balanced healthy vacation.
4. Better Sleep
Problems like sleep apnea, snoring. Migraine and insomnia are some of the ugly faces of poor sleep and its many hidden characteristics. Is Ayurveda the solution for this? No line of medicine is perfect but Ayurveda surely is an alternative and more natural approach towards these disturbing issues. The ancient art of healing suggests, herbs like: (Always talk to your Ayurveda doctor before ingesting any of these)
· Ashwagandha
· Sarpgandha
· Jatamasi
· Shankpushpi and more
5. Detox
When your body experiences a setback, it sends out signals in the form of inflammation, lesions on skin, hair loss, bloating and vomiting. One of the many organs that detoxifies your body and works hard to prevent any injury inside is the Liver. Now you have an idea about what you need to focus on, for real. Ayurveda suggests Yoga and certain herbs to help the liver with its functionality and its own health. Herbs like Green Chiretta, Barberry, Turmeric and Dandelion supports a proper detox.
6. Hormones
Hormonal imbalance is one of the frequently noticed issues amongst females. Ayurveda believes that you can win half of this battle, if you manage to get thosehormones under check. One of the many precursors to hormone disruption is sleep and you know the herbs that can fix that, however, there is more stuff here. Herbs like Shatavari helps with PMS, menstrual cramping, bloating, and other hormonal issues.
7. Bone Health
After the age of 30, your bone health starts deteriorating. This process takes up a good 5-10 years to come to fruition and the end phase is really painful. Irresponsible approach towards health manifests into concerns like Arthritis, osteoporosis and fractures. Ayurveda suggests Yoga and proper natural regimen that includes natural cleanses, meditation, and simple meals. The art says that using herbs like Ashwagandha, Garlic, Ginger, Indian frankincense are perfect for bone health.
8. Skin Problems
The first step to clear skin is good gut health and everything else comes second. There are natural remedies in Ayurveda for skin issues, such as Neem for pimples, Dandelion for cleansing the liver, Giloy for general immunity, Turmeric or Haldi for pigmentation, and Ghritkumari or Aloe Vera for moisturization. These skin issues can be tackled with proper eating habits, sleep cycles, and right herbs to treat the target areas. These herbs can either be applied topically or ingested as directed by the physician.
9. Glucose Levels
One of the many diseases of this modern lifestyle is Diabetes or concerns stemming from fluctuating glucose levels. Ayurveda suggests taking medicinal herbal concoctions that may contain Bitter Gourd, Amalki, Shilajit, Neem, Triphala, Methi, and TejPatta or Bay Leaf. These concoctions should be consumed at specific times for an optimal result. Remember to take a proper diet to avoid any ups and downs in energy aka glucose levels.
10. Sex Life
Sex is an important biological phenomenon. It is important to pay attention to your libido as well. Both male and female, after a certain age, feel a lack of sex drive, which is fairly normal. However, in many cases, this happens way before that age (in 30s) and the main reasons are stress, poor diet, peer pressure, and underlying illness. Whatever the case may be, Ayurveda prescribes herbs and hacks that targets the problem at its deep core and fixes things accordingly. Herbs like Shilajit, Ashwagandha are some of the promising ones for people experiencing low libido.
