Ayurvedic Management of Bipolar Disorder By: Josh Greene
Bipolar disorder is a Western psychological diagnosis, characterized by mood swings between elation or mania and depression. It has an extensive amount of symptoms and manifestations that can vary greatly depending on the constitution, environment and imbalances of the individual.
Ayurvedic Perspective of Asthma By: Tamara Anguiano
Bronchial Asthma is a reversible, chronic inflammatory disease of the airways. It leads to recurrent episodes of wheezing, breathlessness tightness of chest and cough particularly at night or early morning.
Better Known as Turmeric By: Ivy Cannon A.H.E.
Introduction Over thousands of years, turmeric has served many purposes. This versatile root’s bright yellow color has always been used for paints and dyes. Far superior to its use…
Bipolar Disorder: from Western Medicine and Chronobiology to Ayurveda By: Lucia Pagani
Bipolar disorder (BD): a psychiatric definition and treatment Bipolar disorder (BD) is a chronic, disabling and life-threatening illness1. Patients with a diagnosis of BD have a suicide mortality rate of…
Brahmi: “Herb of Grace”
Abstract The uses of alternative medicines have increased significantly around the world. The search for effective and safe medicines is always on as well as new uses of old…
BUILDING OJAS: The road back to health from Chemotherapy By: Jill Talve
Introduction Cancer is characterized by the spread of abnormal cells in the body. Mutated cell growth is often uncontrollable and can cause death in the individual by eventually compromising the…
Care of Non Ulcer Dyspepsia (by John Sekerka C.A.S)
Introduction Upset stomach or occasional heartburn may not be due to excess stomach acid but there are several OTC medications available to reduce stomach acid and apparently solve the problem….
Childhood Asthma: An insight into the allopathic and ayurvedic approach to the understanding and treatment of the disease By: Nicole Friedrich
The Respiratory System On average, humans breathe approximately 13 pints of air per minute.1 The act of respiration is both a voluntary, and involuntary activity of the human body. The…
Cultivation of Sattva Guna Through Ayurveda and Yoga as the basis of Stress Reduction
By: Jolanda Davies Stress – “…a state of mental, emotional or other strain” Concise Oxford English Dictionary, Eleventh Edition “…any factor that threatens the health of the body or…
Diabetes: An Ayurvedic Perspective: By Katina Carter
“The doctors of the future will give no medicine but will instruct his patients the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause of prevention of disease.”…
Eczema and Vicharchika: A Review From Western and Ayurvedic Perspectives: A Review of the Literature by Jessica Houghton
Introduction Eczema is the common name given to Atopic Dermatitis, a chronic inflammatory skin condition that typically begins in the first few years of life. It is the most widespread…
Eczema: Cause and Treatment in Ayurvedic Perspective By Naomi Ikuma
Big interest in eczema treatment is found all over the world due to the high percent of people affected by this disease. According to WebMD, Eczema is a skin condition…
Endometriosis: A comparison of the Allopathic and Ayurvedic models of the disease and its treatment (by Daya Deyhim C.A.S)
Table of Contents Introduction Symptoms Etiology Diagnosis Treatment Etiology of Chronic Disease According to Ayurveda Endometriosis According to Ayurveda Treatment References Introduction Endometriosis is the abnormal growth of endometrial cells…
Epigenetics – What Ayurveda Already Knows By Gwen Diaz
We have all contemplated the argument of nature vs nurture. Somewhere along the line we have all responded to a problem with, “that’s just a part of my genes!” Whether…
Excessive use of the sweet taste: Effects on the body and mind (by Debi Mueller C.A.S)
Abstract The role of the six (6) tastes as related to the health of body and mind was documented in the ancient text as the Rishis note their impact on…
Forest Fires and Jvara
Nature’s Use of Fever ॐ Ragadi Rogan Satatanusaktan Asesa Kaya Prasrutanasesan Autsukya Moharatitan Jaghana Yo Purva Vyidyaya Namosutu Tasmi ॐ शािन्तः शािन्तः शािन्तः Sarra Kaufman California College of Ayurveda…
Functional Hypothalamic Amenorrhea in Women
Written by Jennifer Vitello Functional hypothalamic amenorrhea (FHA), a form of amenorrhea and chronic anovulation, is one of the most common types of secondary amenorrhea. Whereas primary amenorrhea is an…
Ghee: An Ayurvedic and Biochemical Treatise By: Catherine Robbins
Introduction: Ghee, the golden elixir of Ayurveda is an oil with a long and interesting history. A staple of Indian, Arabic, and North African cooking, it is also found…
Ginger: An Ancient Panacea for Modern Times ( By Brenda Castro)
INTRODUCTION Known as vishwabheshaja, “the universal medicine”, ginger (zingiber officinale) has been a panacea for digestive, respiratory, and circulatory disorders for thousands of years.1,2 Ginger’s versatility is found in ancient…
Guduchi: The Amrit of Ayurveda by Neeshee Pandit
I. Introduction Ayurveda is a 5,000-year-old system of medicine, rooted in the ancient Indian scriptures known as The Vedas. According to the Vedas, the entire universe is a manifestation of…
Guggul – A Deep Dive into Ancient Literature and Modern Research
Written by: Kirsten Ahern Guggul is a small thorny tree of the Byrseraceae family that is found scattered across India, Pakistan, Arabia, and Africa. The tree grows 1.5-2 meters…
Healthy Breast Milk By: Jessica Skandunas
Softly…. quietly….. gently we begin, “It’s time to nurse, my baby,” I sing. Your mouth opens wide, I soon hear you swallow, You’re drifting to dreamland, I’m tempted to follow….
Implementing Ayurvedic Practices and Philosophy in Pregnancy By: Kelly Stoinski
Every thought, action, and decision a pregnant mother makes is directly correlated to the health, vitality, and essentially, the life potential of the child. She must be mindful that every…
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: The Ayurvedic Approach By Branislava Petric
Introduction (General and Western Approach) Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), known as an irritable colon, is a very common reason for visits to primary care physicians or gastro-intestinal specialists. IBS…
It’s All In Your Gut: The Microbiota-Mental Health Connection by: Greta Kent-Stoll
For thousands of years Ayurveda has emphasized the critical nature of digestion and its impact on the entire health of the organism. Modern science is starting to catch on to this connection,…
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