ayurvedic therapies in daily life---dinacharya ppt
- 1. AYURVEDIC THERAPIES IN DAILY REGIME(dinacharya) Dr.Rajimunnisa Begum P.G scholar ,k.c dept.& D.R SUNIL KUMAR, B.A.M,S 2-Nov-14 1
- 2. AIMS OF AYURVEDA Prevention of disease & maintenance of health Curing the diseased “Prevention” is better than “cure” 2-Nov-14 2
- 3. Importance of daily health regimes in Ayurveda. “Dinacharya” means the “appropriate daily regimes” which should be followed the Ayurveda way, for a physically, mentally and spiritually healthy life. 2-Nov-14 3
- 4. Dinacharya Right from waking up in the morning till sleeping at night, all the daily routines have been given utmost importance in Ayurveda. 2-Nov-14 4
- 5. AWAKENING FROM SLEEP There is a well known proverb – “Early to bed, early to rise makes a person healthy, wealthy and wise. 2-Nov-14 5
- 6. According to Ayurveda - One who is desirous of a long, healthy life should wake up at the time of – “BRAHMA MUHURTA” Brahma muhurta - means approximately 1to1/2 hour before sunrise. Brahma = Knowledge. ‘Brahma muhurta’ is the best time for gaining knowledge 2-Nov-14 6
- 7. ANSWERING NATURE’S CALL ! 2-Nov-14 7
- 8. Evacuate your bowels You can train yourself to do this at this time If your digestion is normally sluggish drink a glass of warm water Do not avoid answering the nature’s call Do not strain too, if you do not have the urge. After this wash your hands clean and splash some clean water on your face 2-Nov-14 8
- 9. BRUSHING TEETH (Danta-dhawan 2-Nov-14 9
- 10. When to brush teeth? Ayurveda mentions that teeth must be brushed – In the morning And also after eating food. 2-Nov-14 10
- 11. What to use for brushing ? According to Ayurveda twigs of the following herbs can be used to brush teeth : ◦ Arka ◦ Vata (Banyan tree) ◦ Khadira ◦ Karanja ◦ Arjuna ◦ Nimba- is best among bitter herbs. ◦ In absence of twigs “powders” of herbs like Triphala, Trikatu & Trijatak can be used 2-Nov-14 11
- 12. Herbal tooth brush twig 2-Nov-14 12
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- 14. Benefits of Brushing teeth Freshens up the mouth Removes bad odour from the mouth Removes coating on teeth Alleviates ‘Kapha’ Increases desire for food Makes on feel pleasant 2-Nov-14 14
- 16. Benefits of tongue-scrapping: Removes bad taste from mouth Eliminates bad odour of mouth Reduces swelling of tongue Relieves stiffness of tongue Enhances the sense of taste. Thus helps maintain oral hygiene Stimulates the taste buds. 2-Nov-14 16
- 17. GARGLING (GANDUSHA) “Gandusha” means filling the mouth with a certain fluid, without rinsing movement of the mouth and holding it until the eyes start watering. 2-Nov-14 17
- 18. Fluids used for Gargling (Gandusha) Fluids like Sesame oil, honey, milk, meat soup, rice gruel, herbal decoctions. On daily basis Gargling is usually done with sesame oil, or meat soup. 2-Nov-14 18
- 19. Benefits of Gargling (Gandusha) Strengthens the mandible Improves voice quality Nourishes the face Enhances taste-perception Prevents drying of throat, chapping of lips and tooth-decay Strengthens teeth & gums Reduces hypersensitivity of teeth to sour taste or hard food substances 2-Nov-14 19
- 20. MOUTH-WASH (Kawal) Mouth wash (Kawal) is very similar to Gargling (Gandusha). The only difference is that in this method the movement of rinsing the fluid in the mouth is done 2-Nov-14 20
- 21. COLLYRIUM (Anjanam) “EYE” is the most important among all the sense organs. Hence “COLLYRIUM” is applied to the eyes to protect it from various eyes diseases. It is useful to maintain the health of the eyes. 2-Nov-14 21
- 22. Sauviranjana • Collyrium made from Antimony • To be applied daily for protection of eyes Rasnajanam • Collyrium made from Berberis aristata (Darvi) • To be apllied once in 5 or 8 nights for facilitating good lacrymation of eyes during the ‘night’ 2-Nov-14 22
- 23. BENEFITS OF COLLYRIUM (Collyrium) It cleanses the eyes Improvises Vision Generates a shine and twinkle in the eye. Protects and cures various eye diseases 2-Nov-14 23
- 24. When not to apply collyrium Exhaustion Crying After alcohol intake Anger Fear Suppression of natural urges Diseases of the head Redness and pain in eyes Swollen eye Excessive watering of eyes 2-Nov-14 24
- 25. MEDICATED SMOKE INHALATION (Dhumapana) & IT’ S BENIFITS •Relieves heaviness of head •Relieves hoarseness of voice. •Relieves Rhinitis & neck stiffness •Relieves Pain in the eyes and ears •Relieves cough & hiccough. •Relieves dyspnoea, Relieves lock jaw. •Relieves Obstruction of the throat •Strengthens the teeth 2-Nov-14 25
- 26. Purpose of Medicated Smoking? Some part of the increased vitiated Kapha in the head region is instantly eliminated by inhalation of Medicated herbal smoke (Dhumapana) Hence it is suggested following collyrium application. 2-Nov-14 26
- 27. Time for inhalation of medicated smoke After bathing After eating After tongue-scraping After sneezing After brushing teeth After nasya (nasal instillation) After applying collyrium After sleep 2-Nov-14 27
- 28. NASYAM (Nasal drops or instillation) NASYAM means administration of medicated oil or ghee through the nostrils 2-Nov-14 28
- 29. What to use as Nasal drops? A herbal medicated “Oil” specially indicated for Nasal instillation on a daily basis is – “ANU THAILAM” Anu thailam is specially conducive to spreading into minute channels of the body. 2-Nov-14 29
- 30. Signs of appropriate Nasal instillation Lightness of head Sound sleep and waking up in time Cure of diseases Pleasant mind Clarity and proper functioning of all the sense organs 2-Nov-14 30
- 31. EXERCISE( vyayama) 2-Nov-14 31
- 32. Signs of appropriate exercising : Sweating Increased respiration rate Lightness of the body Increased heart rate 2-Nov-14 32
- 33. Benefits of exercise : It nourishes the body Gives good complexion Maintains proportionate body parts by improving the musculature. Enhances the digestive power Prevents laziness Lightness of the body Detoxifies the body Increases tolerance to exertion, heat or cold. 2-Nov-14 33
- 34. Rules for Exercise according to Ayurveda : Heavy exercise should be done in the Winter & Spring season. Mild exercise should be done in all the remaining seasons. Walking daily increases the life span, strength, intelligence Walking improves digestion & health of “indriyas” or sense organs. 2-Nov-14 34
- 35. ABHYANGA (Oil Massage) Use lukewarm oil for Abhyanga, Oil selected depending on season, dosha predominance & condition, but “Sesame oil” is best 2-Nov-14 35
- 36. 7 Positions for Abhyanga Sitting Supine Left Lateral Prone Right lateral Supine again Sitting again 2-Nov-14 36
- 37. Benefits of Daily Abhyanga (oil massage) Delays Ageing process Relieves Fatigue & relaxes the body Helps cure Vata diseases Improves Vision Improves skin complexion Nourishes the body Improves Sleep Strengthens the body Increases the Life span 2-Nov-14 37
- 38. PADABHYANGA (Foot massage) 2-Nov-14 38
- 39. Daily Foot-massage Benefits: Reduces Dryness of body Removes the stiffness or numbness in legs Relaxes the feet Gives strength & Stability to feet Improves health of ‘eyes’ Pacifies Vata Prevents – Sciatica, Cracking of feet & Muscle stiffness in the legs 2-Nov-14 39
- 40. SHIROBHYANGA (Head massage) Head massage should be done daily 2-Nov-14 40
- 41. Benefits of Daily ‘Shiro-abhyanga’ (Head massage) Prevents hair-fall Prevents early graying of hair Strengthens hair roots Gives nourishment to all the sense organs like – eyes, ears, nose, tongue & skin Gives good complexion to face Good & sound sleep 2-Nov-14 41
- 42. UDWARTANA (Herbal powder massage) 2-Nov-14 42
- 43. Udwartana “UDWARTANA” means – Massaging the body with fine powders (churnas) of various herbs of astringent taste. It is mainly done after oil massage Sometimes paste of herbal powders can also be used 2-Nov-14 43
- 44. Benefits of “Udwartana” Reduces excess “Kapha dosha” Reduces excess “Body fat” Strength & Stability of body Clear & healthy complexion to skin Reduces heaviness of body Dilates blood vessels Prevents rashes & itching 2-Nov-14 44
- 45. Benefits of Daily bath •It is sacred •Helps live a long life •Improves strength of heart •Increases “Oja” •Relaxes the body •Removes excess Sweat, itching & Foul body odour •Removes drowsiness 2-Nov-14 45
- 46. WASHING FEET •Cleans the feet •Cure foot-diseases •Relieves tiredness •Good for health of ‘eyes’ •Prevents growth of germs 2-Nov-14 46
- 47. Other daily regimes are : Wearing comfortable clothes depending on the climate – enhances beauty, pleases mind. 2-Nov-14 47
- 48. Wearing garlands made of ‘fragrant herbs & – e.g. Sandalwood, Saffron & fragrant flowers like jasmine – pleases mind. 2-Nov-14 48
- 49. Wearing comfortable foot wear – good for eyes, gives strength and protects feet from diseases 2-Nov-14 49
- 50. Wearing head – turban (cap) & using umbrella – protects head & hair from sun, wind, rain, dust, and enhances ‘oja’ 2-Nov-14 50
- 51. AHARA SAD RASA YUKTA AHARA NIDRA 2-Nov-14 51
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- 53. CONCLUSION; Unhealthy life styles are the principal causes of modern day illnesses . In recognizing the importance of years of life, This wellbeing or wellness associated with social, mental, spiritual,& physical functioning. It is possible only by these therapies. So health management is free & enjoyable but disease management is costly & painful. So every one should follow the 2-Nov-14 53
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