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Happy New Year

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We wish all of our contacts a very Happy New Year and the best of health!

AYUR Helpline Email Consultations

We are introducing an AYUR Helpline page on Facebook, but in the meantime if you need any help during this lockdown period please contact us for any help and answers to questions about Ayurveda, health and lifestyle. The company has 3 Ayurvedic consultants and a genome specialist who will be able to answer your questions.

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us at info@keralaayurvedaspaclinic.com

For urgent enquiries please call us between 11am and 2pm on 07436 588 127

* Please note this service is not intended to replace medical guidance from your healthcare provider. Always consultant any changes in your lifestyle with your local GP. Please note this is not meant to replace an in-depth consultation with our Ayurvedic consultants.

Here are a few common questions we have had throughout 2020 to guide you into the New Year…

Q: WHAT IS THE MAIN DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ALLOPATHY AND AYURVEDA?
A: Allopathy treats the symptoms of the disease whereas Ayurveda treats the individual.

Q: WHY IS THE AGED OLD AYURVEDA SYSTEM OF MEDICINE STILL PRACTISED TODAY?
A: Ayurveda is a way of life entrenched into South Asian daily lives. It influences the routines, diet, exercise and healthcare. It travels with the person and has taken residence in many parts of the world. It is then handed down from parent to child. The success of Ayurveda at curing a common cold or an upset stomach today with time tested simple herbs used thousands of years ago has helped it to withstand the test of time.

Q: CAN AYURVEDA HELP DURING A PANDEMIC?
A: Ayurveda is a 5,000 year old Healthcare system. During its existence it has experienced epidemics and pandemics. The body that regulates Ayurveda and other Natural Indian Sciences, AYUSH has offered guidance to prevent and control and has recommend aftercare.

Q: WHAT SHOULD MY HEALTH PRIORITY BE DURING THIS TIME?
A: Our immune system is our body’s first line of defence. It’s important that we all also do our part to support this system so it too can function at its highest. If we are constantly and chronically stressed out, sleep-deprived, malnourished, or dehydrated over time our immune function will weaken.

Q: WHAT CAN I DO TO IMPROVE MY IMMUNITY AND HELP MY HEALTH?
A: Here are some basic tips; it may not apply to everyone because of individual circumstances. (We strongly recommend those with health concerns to take advice).

Support Immunity with a Daily Routine

A Simple diet with Fresh food and Supplements.
Personal Hygiene, ENT safety, Clean Air Environment.
Balance Sleep, Reduce Stress.
Get the right exercise – Wrong Exercise can damage and compromise immunity.
Stay Positive, Stay Safe, Wear Masks, Safe Distancing, Avoid Crowds.
Practise Pranayama – breathing Exercises & Yoga.

Here’s to a healthy & safe 2021!

Ayurvedic Take On Fibromyalgia

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DEFINITION
Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition resulting from a variety of physical, mental and social influences.

SYMPTOMS
Fibromyalgia syndrome is characterized by pain & fatigue, cognitive and memory problems, sleep disturbances, morning stiffness, headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, painful menstrual periods, numbness or tingling of the extremities, restless legs syndrome, temperature sensitivity, Sensitivity to loud noises or bright lights.

CAUSES
According to Ayurveda, this condition is due to the imbalance of certain body energies, specifically within the muscles, tendons and ligaments. TREATMENT PLAN Ayurvedic approach to Fibromyalgia is through Detox (Internal Cleansing therapies), Diet, Herbs, Yoga – asana postures and Ayurveda flexibility exercises, Meditation & Stress Management, Therapies such as herbalized Oil Massage, Stress relief Massages, Exercise, Sleep, Making changes at work.

CONSULTATION
Fibromyalgia treatment in Ayurveda is based on diagnosis of the root-cause, the present health status and other associated complications of the patient.

DIET AVOID/REDUCE
– Sugar, Carbohydrates, Unhealthy fats, Alcohol, Gluten, Red meat, Fruits and vegetables in the nightshade family, such as tomatoes, white potatoes, green peppers, and goji berries, Dairy products, Eggs, Caffeine THERAPIES Massage the whole body gently with lukewarm sesame oil and follow with hot poultice bags. It is effective in relieving fatigue. YOGA Doing Yogasan and Sooryanamaskar strengthens the muscles and improve fitness and reduces stres.
SUPPLEMENTS Ashwagandha powder, Shatavari powder and Bala Root powder. 1 teaspoon of Dried ginger root, celery seeds and cumin seeds in equal quantities with rock salt to taste at bedtime.

UNCONTROLLABLE RISK FACTORS
Genetic Factors, Specific Lifestyle Factors, Psychiatric Illness, Autoimmune Diseases.

CONTROLLABLE RISK FACTORS
Proper food timings, light food and mainly vegetarian meals protect gastric fire and avoid production of toxins. Avoiding incompatible combinations like eating fish and milk together or milk and jaggery together is desirable. PREVENTION Self Help Yoga and Tai Chi, Managing your weight, Managing stress, Massages.

DISCLAIMER
This information is not intended for use in the diagnosis, treatment, cure or prevention of any disease. If you have any serious acute or chronic health concern, please consult a trained health professional who can fully assess your needs and address them effectively. If you are seeking the medical advice of a trained ayurvedic expert.

Here is a Testimonial from one of our patients:
Before Treatment

After Treatment