About Ayurveda
Ayurveda, the science of life, prevention and longevity is the oldest and most holistic medical system available on the planet today. It was placed in written form over 5,000 years ago in India, it was said to be a world medicine dealing with both body and the spirit. Before the advent of writing, the ancient wisdom of this healing system was a part of the spiritual tradition of the Sanatana Dharma (Universal Religion), or Vedic Religion. VedaVyasa, the famous sage, shaktavesha avatar of Vishnu, put into writing the complete knowledge of Ayurveda, along with the more directly spiritual insights of self realization into a body of scriptural literature called the Vedas and the Vedic literatures.
Rasyana chikitsa (Body Rejuvenation)
This is a unique therapy in the science of ayurveda. It keeps the body young and agile. Rasayana or rejuvenation therapy helps to promote and preserve health and longevity in the healthy, and to cure disease in the sick. The therapy enhances one's energy and is even known to have cured the sick. It also increases a healthy person's mental and physical capabilities.
It is known to have improved skin complexion and texture, modulates the voice and increases sensing capacity of sense organs. Rasayanas or vitalizers, as they are called, do exactly the same. They replenish the vital fluids of our body, thus keeping us away from diseases. Rasayana is actually that which increases the essence of each data, starting with rasa. Taking rasayana is helpful to increase the immunity of the person to keep him away from diseases. The person becomes healthy and strong.
Types of Rasayana Chikitsa (Body Rejuvination)
There are two types of rasayana-chikitsa.
1) Vatatatapika
2) Kuti praveshika
The first type is given to a patient who is short of time, labor and enthusiasm or one who cannot undergo the full length of the treatment for some valid reason. This patient receives a short package of rasayana-chikitsa and he or she is allowed to continue his or her routine simultaneously. This patient is advised dietary changes and changes in life style in addition to possible rasayana medicines. These medicines are carefully chosen considering the patient's age, sex, prakruti (constitution), habits, living conditions and diseases acquired in the past and present status of the body.
The second type, kaya kalpa (kuti praveshika) (total renovation of the body) is more complicated. The patient is segregated from his or her daily activities for a certain period of time and is kept in a kuti (hut) which is specially designed for rasayana-chikitsa. He or she is kept here under the observation of an ayurvedic specialist. A complete regime of rasayana is given to the patient one by one in addition to specially cooked food and monitored lifestyle in the kuti. It is believed that when he or she comes out of the kuti after completion of the treatment, his or her body is completely rejuvenated. All the old dhatu (body tissues) are replaced by new, energetic and lively dhatu thus aiming to lead a new and reinvigorated life.
Before starting the rasayana schedule, the patient is advised to undergo panchkarma (cleansing.) This helps in the initial detoxification of the body and prepares it for the rasayana regime. The rasayana regime includes several physical, mental and spiritual disciplinary activities along with medicines. Rasayana is supposed to supervise the individual in all respects of life for the period of treatment. It bestows upon a person, youth and energy. It enhances memory and brilliance. It improves the functioning of the special senses in addition to improving the longevity of life.
Rasayana-chikitsa comprises of a very strict diet, upside down changes in life style and a group of rasayana medicines. Amalaki, haritaki, trifala, brungaraj, ashwagandha, punarnava, chitraka are some examples of herbs that are called rasayanakar (rejuvenators). Bhasma (calyxes) of various metals like gold, silver etc., bhasma of jewels like hiraka (diamond), manikya (ruby), moti (pearl), etc. are precious components in the group of rasayana medicines. They are believed to have aphrodisiac qualities.
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Ayurveda, the science of life, prevention and longevity is the oldest and most holistic medical system available on the planet today. It was placed in written form over 5,000 years ago in India, it was said to be a world medicine dealing with both body and the spirit. Before the advent of writing, the ancient wisdom of this healing system was a part of the spiritual tradition of the Sanatana Dharma (Universal Religion), or Vedic Religion. VedaVyasa, the famous sage, shaktavesha avatar of Vishnu, put into writing the complete knowledge of Ayurveda, along with the more directly spiritual insights of self realization into a body of scriptural literature called the Vedas and the Vedic literatures.
Rasyana chikitsa (Body Rejuvenation)
This is a unique therapy in the science of ayurveda. It keeps the body young and agile. Rasayana or rejuvenation therapy helps to promote and preserve health and longevity in the healthy, and to cure disease in the sick. The therapy enhances one's energy and is even known to have cured the sick. It also increases a healthy person's mental and physical capabilities.
It is known to have improved skin complexion and texture, modulates the voice and increases sensing capacity of sense organs. Rasayanas or vitalizers, as they are called, do exactly the same. They replenish the vital fluids of our body, thus keeping us away from diseases. Rasayana is actually that which increases the essence of each data, starting with rasa. Taking rasayana is helpful to increase the immunity of the person to keep him away from diseases. The person becomes healthy and strong.
Types of Rasayana Chikitsa (Body Rejuvination)
There are two types of rasayana-chikitsa.
1) Vatatatapika
2) Kuti praveshika
The first type is given to a patient who is short of time, labor and enthusiasm or one who cannot undergo the full length of the treatment for some valid reason. This patient receives a short package of rasayana-chikitsa and he or she is allowed to continue his or her routine simultaneously. This patient is advised dietary changes and changes in life style in addition to possible rasayana medicines. These medicines are carefully chosen considering the patient's age, sex, prakruti (constitution), habits, living conditions and diseases acquired in the past and present status of the body.
The second type, kaya kalpa (kuti praveshika) (total renovation of the body) is more complicated. The patient is segregated from his or her daily activities for a certain period of time and is kept in a kuti (hut) which is specially designed for rasayana-chikitsa. He or she is kept here under the observation of an ayurvedic specialist. A complete regime of rasayana is given to the patient one by one in addition to specially cooked food and monitored lifestyle in the kuti. It is believed that when he or she comes out of the kuti after completion of the treatment, his or her body is completely rejuvenated. All the old dhatu (body tissues) are replaced by new, energetic and lively dhatu thus aiming to lead a new and reinvigorated life.
Before starting the rasayana schedule, the patient is advised to undergo panchkarma (cleansing.) This helps in the initial detoxification of the body and prepares it for the rasayana regime. The rasayana regime includes several physical, mental and spiritual disciplinary activities along with medicines. Rasayana is supposed to supervise the individual in all respects of life for the period of treatment. It bestows upon a person, youth and energy. It enhances memory and brilliance. It improves the functioning of the special senses in addition to improving the longevity of life.
Rasayana-chikitsa comprises of a very strict diet, upside down changes in life style and a group of rasayana medicines. Amalaki, haritaki, trifala, brungaraj, ashwagandha, punarnava, chitraka are some examples of herbs that are called rasayanakar (rejuvenators). Bhasma (calyxes) of various metals like gold, silver etc., bhasma of jewels like hiraka (diamond), manikya (ruby), moti (pearl), etc. are precious components in the group of rasayana medicines. They are believed to have aphrodisiac qualities.
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