Inauguration Of Ayurvedic In-Patient Hospital Facility in Santhigiri, Vasco

 

Osteoporosis drugs may double risk of gullet cancer

Drugs taken by people suffering from osteoporosis may double their risk of developing oesophageal cancer, British researchers have warned.
Thousands of people worldwide are diagnosed with oesophageal cancer or cancer of gullet, and its survival rates are low compared to other cancers.  Among the general population of people aged 60 to 79, the chance of developing oesophageal cancer is about one in 1000 over five years.
Researchers from the University of Oxford's Cancer Epidemiology Unit and the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency found that those who have taken oral bisphosphonates for over years are twice as likely to develop the cancer than those who have not.  Oral bisphosphonates are a type of drug used to treat osteoporosis and other bone diseases and are the most commonly recommended treatment for such conditions.
The experts, who used a huge public database to analyse the disease the disease, found that it increased from 1.5 to 3 per 1000 men and 0.5 to 1 per 1000 women.  The results also showed that the chance of oesophageal cancer was 30% higher in people with one or more previous prescriptions for oral bisphosphonates, compared to people who had never taken the drugs, the Telegraph reported.

(Source: An Article in The Times Of India, 04.09.2010)


Ayurveda has a better lime of treatment for osteoporosis. As I have mentioned in one of my previous postings regarding Osteoporosis, there so many Effective Ayurvedic Treatments and Medicines for better results in Osteoporosis.

There may be some people to give a false impression about Ayurveda that Ayurvedic medicines contain lead and highly poisonous metals. Lead is also a medicine. But there are thousand plus variety of other medicines mentioned in texts and used as classical preparations.  These medicines are as it is since they originated by charaka, sushruta etc etc.  These great people are not mad to add Lead in every medicine.  Those people who are not able to understand the power of Ayurveda and those who fear Ayurveda if grows may effect their profession will only make such opinions and try to misguide people.

Those who shout against Ayurveda, i have one thing to ask, what about the huge variety of chemicals that are used as medicines (so called) in allopathy.  Are they not harmful to body?  There are doctors who give high doses inorder to get fast results and by which they can get better practice.  This is like someone is licensed to prescribe poison.  What a funny thing.

Those who give wrong information about Ayurveda to people, please try to understand that whatever knowledge we have is not complete. Leave your ego and try to know the things and then talk. Even a great doctor or well experience doctor learns from his patients and gets a new experience. Ayurvedic Rishis were not mad.  They prepared medicines and those medicines are still not changed even after thousands of years.

You Must Visit Santhigiri Ashram

THE WHITE LOTUS BLOOMING IN WHITE MARBLE

A huge white lotus is blooming slowly but steadily in Santhigiri Ashram where the never ending waves of spirituality beyond religion persist. This marvel of unblemished white marble is being constructed at the Santhigiri Ashram, Pothencode to propagate the reverent kindness and love of Navajyothisree Karunakara Guru. The "Parnasala" of the Ashram, which was a small thatched hut whenNavajyothisree Karunakara Guru established the Ashram in 1968, is the spiritual centre taking its bloom as the white lotus. The structure, standing at 91 feet tall and 84 feet diameter is the largest of its kind in the world. The shrine constructed in the shape of a lotus in full bloom has 12 petals (representing Twelve ‘Rasi’) in the top, 9 petals (representing nine ‘Griham’) towards its base and 27 pillars (representing 27 'Nakshatrams'). Each petal in the top with 41 feet height, and each base petal with 31 feet height exhibits an exceptional architectural skill compared to its contemporaries. It is indeed a new and varied experience to take a bird's eye view from the sky- a lotus in the colour of purity blooming amidst a green sea composed of the big trees and dense vegetation of the Ashram; with its white petals taking a peek in between beautiful blue clouds! The foundation stone of the structure was laid by the Guru apparent of the Ashram, Sishyapoojitha Amritha Jnana Thapaswini in 2001. Since then, the construction work hasn’t been interrupted, not even for a day. Inside the Parnasala, Guru's resting place (sanctum sanctorum) is made in the shape of a lotus bud carved out of wood. The interior of this tomb of 27 feet height and 21 feet diametre, is imprinted with brass. In front of the sanctum sanctorum, there is a wooden mandapam called "Balalayam"-. 21 pillars niched out of wood at sarakudeera and the mandapa are the finest examples of the artistic and sculptural expertise. This Balalaya is guarded by two wooden elephants carved in rosewood. The entire floor is paved with ‘Krishnashila’ brought from Chamraj nagar district of Kanataka. Dhyana, meditation and prayers can be performed here. The entrance to the Parnashala is through a gorgeous garden. The parnasala is constructed without disturbing the greenery of the existing landscape. There are 12 rooms in the upper floors intended to store Guru’s belongings. All the doors including the main entrance are operated with magnetic reversal technique. LCD lamps fitted in outside corners will light up the inside of the Parnasala. Parnasala is constructed on the Vaasthu shastra and architectural patterns disclosed by Guru. This epitome of world peace and religious harmony will be unveiled to the world by 12 September 2010. Navajyothisree Karunakara Guru was born in a humble family on September 1, 1927, Thursday, at Chandiroor, a small village in Alappuzha district of Kerala. Through relentless efforts, great sacrifices, strong conviction and endless perseverance, Guru completed the mission of establishing the Yuga Dharma for this Age (Kali Yuga Dharma). Hundreds of thousands of devotees from different parts of the world, irrespective of class, caste, creed, colour or culture, have accepted the path of Karma and Dharma revealed by the Guru. On May 6, 1999, Guru left the physical body and merged with Adi Sankalpam - the Primordial Consciousness, the Source of Creation. It was then revealed from the Supreme Light of the Almighty that the Guru's body should be laid to rest in the Parnasala itself.The sacred monument in the form of blossomed White Lotus will be the architecutral excellence of this universe in keeping all its Divine significance. VISIT SANTHIGIRI ASHRAM Ref: www.santhigiriashram.org

Me with Dr.Rajkumar                                            

Bronchitis

Home Remedies for Bronchitis

Bronchitis treatment with Turmeric

One of the most helpful home remedies for bronchitis is the use of turmeric powder. Half a teaspoon of this powder must be taken daily, mixed with half a glass of milk, two or three times daily. It performs great when taken on an empty stomach. One of the good home remedies for bronchitis.

Bronchitis treatment with Ginger

One more successful remedy for bronchitis is a mixture consisting of half a teaspoon each of the powder of ginger, pepper, and cloves, thrice a day. It may be licked with honey or taken as a mixture with tea. The mixture of these three elements has also antipyretic characters and is helpful in reducing fever associated bronchitis. It also boost up the metabolism of the patient.

Bronchitis treatment with Onion

Onions have been used as a medicine for bronchitis for centuries. They are said to possess expectorant characteristics. They dissolve phlegm and avoid its further formation. One teaspoon of raw onion juice, first thing in the morning, is very useful in such cases. One of the well liked home remedies for bronchitis

Bronchitis treatment with Spinach

Fifty grams of fresh leaves of spinach and 250 ml of water must be mixed with a bit of ammonium chloride and one teaspoonful of honey. This mixture is a helpful expectorant in the treatment of bronchitis. One of the effective home remedies for bronchitis

Bronchitis treatment via Sesame Seeds

A mixture of one teaspoon of sesame seeds, mixed with a teaspoon of linseed, a pinch of common salt, and a teaspoon of honey, can be given once at night with helpful effects in bronchitis. Half a teaspoon of dry seeds crushed into powder should be given mixed with two tablespoons of water, two times every day. Alternately, a decoction of half a teaspoon of the same must be taken two times every day.

Bronchitis treatment with Almond

An emulsion of almonds is helpful in bronchial sickness, including bronchitis. It is made by making a powder of seven most important parts of almonds and mixing the powdered kernels in a cup of orange or lemon juice. This mixture may be taken once every day at night. One of the best home remedies for bronchitis

Bronchitis treatment with Chicory

Chicory or endive is one more effectual home remedy for bronchitis. The powder of the dry root of this herb must be given in dosage of half a teaspoon mixed with one teaspoonful of honey three times daily. It is a very helpful expectorant in chronic bronchitis.

Bronchitis treatment with Linseed

A hot poultice of linseed (alsi) must be useful over the front and back of the chest. This poultice may be made by combination of one cup or sixteen tablespoons of the seeds with an amount of hot water, sufficient to change them into a humid mealy mass. This should then be applied cautiously. Turpentine may also be massaged over the chest. One of the safe and effective home remedies for bronchitis

Bronchitis diet

Orange juice and water

In sharp bronchitis, the patient must fast on orange juice and water till the acute symptoms collapse. Thereafter, he must accept an all-fruit diet for two or three days.

All-fruit diet and after that well-balanced diet

In case of chronic bronchitis, the patient can start with an all-fruit diet for five to seven days, taking three meals in a day of fresh juicy fruits and after the all-fruit diet, he must pursue a well-balanced diet with emphasis on seeds, nuts, grains, raw vegetables, and fresh fruits. For drinks, unsweetened lemon water, or cold/hot simple water may be taken.

Other Bronchitis treatments

Hot Epsom salts bath

A hot Epsom salts bath each night or every other night is precious during the acute stages of the attack. This bath is made by dissolving 1 ½ kg of Epsom salt in 60 litres of water having warmth of 37.8"C. The patient must stay immersed in the bath for about 20-25 minutes..

Hot towels application over upper chest pursued by cold towel

Hot towels squeeze out and applied over the upper chest are cooperative in both chronic and acute bronchitis. After applying three hot towels in turn for two or three minutes each, one must forever finish off with a cold towel. A cold pack can be applied to the upper chest a number of times daily in acute circumstances. The procedure is to squeeze out some linen stuff in cold water, wrap it two or three times surrounding the affected part and cover it with flannel. The pack can stay for about an hour at a time.

Fresh air and outdoor movements

Fresh air and outdoor exercise are also necessary for the treatment of bronchitis. The patient is recommended to take a morning walk each day.

Yogic kriyas

He should also perform yogic kriyas (cleansing workout) such as jalneti and vamandhauti, and yogic asanas (body positions) such as ekpaduttanasana, yogamudra, bhujangasana, shalabhasana, padmasana, and shavasana. Easy pranayamas (breath-hoIding procedures) like kapalbhati, anuloma-viloma, ujjai, and bhramari will also be helpful.

CHOLESTEROL-SOME USEFUL HOME REMEDIES

HIGH BLOOD CHOLESTEROL HOME REMEDIES
HIGH BLOOD CHOLESTEROL HANDLING WITH LECITHIN
Lecithin, also a fatty food substance and the most plentiful of the phospholipids, is useful in case of increase in cholesterol level. It has the capability to break up cholesterol into little particles which can be easily handled by the system. With enough intake of lecithin, cholesterol cannot assemble up against the walls of the arteries and veins. Lecithin also enlarge the production of bile acids made from cholesterol, thus reducing its amount in the blood, Egg yolk, vegetable oils, wholegrain cereals, soyabeans, and unpasturised milk are wealthy sources of lecithin. The cells of the body are also capable of making it as needed, if several of the B vitamins are present. One of the effective home remedies for cholesterol
HIGH BLOOD CHOLESTEROL TREATMENT WITH VITAMINS
Vitamins B6, choline, and inositol are mostly effective in reducing the level of blood cholesterol. Wheat germ, yeast, or vitamin B extracted from bran contains high capacity of these vitamins. Vitamin E also raises blood lecithin and reduces cholesterol. The patient must take moderate quantities of vitamin E-rich foods such as sunflower seeds, safflower, soyabean oils, butter, and sprouted seed and grains.
HIGH BLOOD CHOLESTEROL TREATMENT BY MEANS OF SUNFLOWER SEEDS
Sunflower seeds are precious in lowering high blood cholesterol. They contain a considerable quantity of linoleic acid, which is the fat useful in reducing cholesterol deposits on the walls of arteries. Substituting sunflower seeds for a number of the solid fats like butter and cream will, therefore, lead to great improvement in health. One of the useful home remedies for cholesterol
HIGH BLOOD CHOLESTEROL TREATMENT VIA CORIANDER SEEDS
Usual drinking of a decoction of coriander seeds helps lower blood cholesterol. It is a high-quality diuretic and helps rouse the kidneys. It is prepared by boiling two tablespoons of dried out seeds in a glass of water and straining the decoction after cooling. This decoction must be taken two times daily.
HIGH BLOOD CHOLESTEROL TREATMENT WITH ISHABGUL
The basil ishabgul has been found useful in the treatment of high cholesterol level. The oil of the seeds of this plant msut be given for lowering blood cholesterol. It holds fifty per cent linoleic acid. This oil is more active than safflower oil, and one teaspoon must be taken twice each day. One of the poular home remedies for cholesterol
HIGH BLOOD CHOLESTEROL TREATMENT WITH FIBRE
The quantity of fibre in the diet also influences the cholesterol levels and LDL cholesterol can be lowered by taking diets rich in fibres. The most important sources of dietary fibre are unprocessed wheat bran, whole cereals such as wheat, rice, barley, rye; legumes such as potatoes, carrots and turnips, fruits such as mangoes and guavas; and green vegetables such as cabbage, lady’s fingers, lettuce and celery. Oat bran and corn bran are especially useful in lowering LDL cholesterol.
HIGH BLOOD CHOLESTEROL DIET
KEEP AWAY FROM RICH FOODS
To lower the risk of heart disease, it is necessary to lower the level of LDL and increase the level of HDL. This can be attained by a modification in diet and lifestyle. As a first step, foods rich in cholesterol and saturated fats, which directs to an increase in the LDL level, should be reduced to the smallest amount. These foodstuffs are eggs, organic meats, cheese, butter, bacon, beef, and whole milk.
AVOID FOOD VIA ANIMAL ORIGIN; AVOID PALM AND COCONUT OIL
Almost all foods of animal origin, as well as two vegetable oils, namely, coconut and palm, are high in saturated fats, and these must be replaced by polyunsaturated fats such as corn, safflower, and soyabean, and sesame oils which tend to lower the level of LDL.
DRINK AT LEAST 10 GLASSES OF WATER EVERYDAY
Persons with high blood cholesterol level must drink at least eight to ten glasses of water every day, as copious drinking of water arouses the excretory activity of the skin and kidneys. This, in turn, makes possible elimination of excessive cholesterol from the system.
MORE HIGH BLOOD CHOLESTEROL REMEDIES
HABITUAL PHYSICAL EXERCISE
REGULAR PHYSICAL EXERCISE ALSO PLAYS A SIGNIFICANT ROLE IN LOWERING LDL CHOLESTEROL AND IN RAISING THE LEVEL OF PROTECTIVE HDL. IT ALSO SUPPORTS CIRCULATION AND HELPS MAINTAIN THE BLOOD FLOW TO EVERY PART OF THE BODY. JOGGING OR BRISK WALKING, SWIMMING, BICYCLING, AND PLAYING BADMINTON ARE OUTSTANDING FORMS OF EXERCISE.