November 28, 2010 in Therapies
A modality that affects physiological changes and, at the same time, expands the boundaries of consciousness to allow for new frames of mind sounds a little like magic. In actuality, it is achieved through the combination of two healing agents from the ancient world-music and imagery. (more…)
November 27, 2010 in General Health
Effect of Stress on Heart
Stress is considered number one killer for heart. Racing ambitions, hurry and worry of modern life directly affects man’s cardiovascular system. It is said that mind is like a Jockey and heart is like a horse. If the Jockey whips, the horse races fast. Similarly when the mind is tense, the heart beats faster and has to overwork. Modern man races against time and in turn pays a heavy price in the form of heart diseases. Infact, effect of stress on heart is a part of the ‘Fight or Flight’ response which stress creates in the body. Among other reactions in the body, the effect of this response is increase in heart beats and increase in blood pressure. If a man remains constantly stressed, his heart has to constantly over work in terms of increased heart beats and increased blood pressure. Research also proves that stress also aids atherosclerosis in blood vessels (narrowing and hardening of arteries). (more…)
November 25, 2010 in General Health
Pain is scientifically defined as an unpleasant emotional and sensory experience associated with actual or potential damage. Pain is a warning signal produced by our body. It sends signals to the higher centers when the body part experience a disturbance before getting worsened. (more…)
November 23, 2010 in General Health
Obesity is perhaps the biggest single health problem in the middle and high income groups all over the world, but more prevalent in civilised people. They are often subjects of pity and ridicule rather than respect. In most cases people realise about their obese condition too late and is not a sign of property, nobility amiability and economic stability as considered by lay public. (more…)
November 21, 2010 in Food
Onion is a source of energy and acts as a stimulant, increases vigour and vitality, acts as an expectorant and diuretic, slows the heart beat, prevents flatulence and dyspepsia. It is useful in various diseases. (more…)
November 20, 2010 in Therapies
For centuries oil massage has been part of the routine of Indian households. A ‘keep-fit’ tradition enjoyed by everyone from babies to great grandmothers, it is an excellent way to combat the stress of modern life. (more…)
November 19, 2010 in Yoga and Exercise
According to great sage Patanjali : Asana is needed in order to sit comfortably for a considerable period of time to do Dhyana and Tapas. If this is so, why so many Asanas? Various Asana stretch and relax different muscles and joints. In Pranayama we consciously regulate our breathing. This has a positive effect on health and vital organs. (more…)
November 1, 2010 in Diet and Diseases
Despite the progress of science, the correction of dietetic errors and the various advanced methods of treatment for disease, sickness and death pursue their relentless path from month to month and year to year. Although exhaustive research on bacteria has proved effective to a great extent in coping with many diseases, it has been futile in the handling of maladies of baffling character, and now the attention of medical science has been directed to the enemy within the walls of the fortress. The keen eye of the medical profession looks askance upon sodium chloride, the accessory of every table, and this hapless condiment salt, is charged with treason. A traitor to health, instead of an agent of, it is to be banished from the table completely. (more…)
October 29, 2010 in Therapies
Music Therapy
Sound itself is a very powerful energy. This sound in tune with nature helps all the living beings to attain peace of mind and in humans, many a times, helps him to seek within. That’s why the sound (nada) is called Brahma i.e. Nada brahma and this art is blessed by Goddess Saraswati. When this music is played in tune and harmony in different forms called as Tala and Raga, it is possible to change the mental pattern as well as get rid of the physical ailments. Hence, this sound of music is now recognised as Music Therapy. (more…)
October 27, 2010 in General Health
Whenever we think of something about our future, automatically a plan starts shaping in our mind. This is just because we expect everything to happen in a specific and positive way, as per our choice. You could have noticed that while thinking of something that we want to achieve in life, we instantly get affirmative thoughts, one by one in a series. (more…)