AYURVEDA AND BASIC PRINCIPLES

The word “Ayurveda” is a Sanskrit term derived from two words “ayu” and “veda”. Ayu means life and Veda means knowledge or science, thus Ayurveda means knowledge of life or the science of life. According to ancient Ayurvedic scholar Charaka, Ayu comprises of the mind, body senses and soul. Ayurveda can be defined as a system which uses the inherent principles of nature to maintain health in a person by keeping the individuals body, mind and soul in perfect equilibrium with nature.

The Aim of Ayurveda

Universe is made up of five elements i.e air,fire,water,earth and space. These elements are represented in humans by three doshas or energies Vata,Pitta and Kapha. When any of the doshas accumulate in the body beyond the desirable limit, the body loses its balance. Every individual has a distinct balance. Our health and well being depend on getting a right balance of three doshas. Ayurveda suggests specific lifestyle and nutritional guidelines to help individuals to maintain balance between doshas A healthy person, as defined in Susrutha Samhitha,one of the primary works on ayurveda, is a person whose doshas are in balance, appetite is good, all tissues of the body and all natural urges are functioning properly and whose mind, body and spirit are cheerful.

History of Nagath Ayurveda

Nagath literally mean place of Serpent. The family owned land was occupied by many ‘Sarpakavu”(The abode of snakes). The legend is that there was a Visha Viadya (The branch of Ayurveda dealing with Toxins) in the family, who was renowned for his expertise in treating snake bites. . . . which is the reason behind the name Nagath Vaidyashala (Herb Shop) was established in 1965 by Nagath Prabhakaran Vaidyar. The main activities were preparation and distribution of various Ayurveda medicines. Associated with the herb shop there was also a clinic. Nagath Prabhakaran Vaidyar was known for his unique prescription style in which he wrote down the recipe for his decoctions, oils etc and asked his patients to prepare it themselves at home. He had a special talent in treating ‘Shalakya rogas’.

Today

The current torch bearers of legacy are Dr.Rajesh & Dr.Anitha. After graduating from Vaidyaratnam Ayurveda college which is renowned for its Ashtavaidya legacy, they worked with Rajah Ayurveda, where they were caring for people from all around the world. Then there is the youngest vaidya from Nagath family, Dr Haritha, granddaughter of Prabahakaran Vaidyan, who is undergoing her graduation studies.Dr.Rajesh & Dr.Anitha’s new Venture is called Nagath Ayurveda Hospital. The concept is a small facility where people can come, stay and enjoy very serious Ayurvedic treatments within a very friendly family orientated environment. The Ayurveda treatment programs are especially tailored by the doctors for your specific needs .It also includes Ayurveda internal medicines, pure vegetarian food (mostly organic and home grown by the family) & yoga sessions.

The Facility

Four air-conditioned rooms with their own attached bath rooms. All rooms have access to broad band Internet & Wifi, provided with Television and intercom. Got a beautifully manicured garden with hammocks to relax.We use solar powered water heaters ,use LED lamps with very low power consumption and do the waste management in a very Eco friendly way.

  • TRIPODS OF AYURVEDA
  • THINGS TO REMEMBER
  • NOTE

In Ayurveda, food (Aharam), sleep (nidra) and brahmacharya (controlled sex) are regarded as the three pillars or tripods of healthy living. It is important for our body to be adjusted to timely intake of good quality and proper food, regular sleeping habits and controlled indulgence in sex because as all this ensures long and healthy life. It is thus vital to have a regular systematic food and sleeping habit so that the body has a regularized automatic system of maintenance. It is even mandatory to maintain a balanced sex life and avoid extra indulgence worldly life. This practice of celibacy along with a proper daily regime not only promotes life and preserves health but also give enrichment to the soul and other cognitive organs and the mind. Given below is the description of the three pillars or tripods of healthy living.

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We are what we eat. So, it is essential to know what to eat, when to eat, how much to eat and how to eat. Though there are concepts of generalized diets, which are applicable to one and all, Ayurveda says that it is the individual who knows best what suits his body and mind and he should thus, act accordingly. The popping of all the vitamin pills in the world is not going to make you healthy - for all you know your body might just reject them. One important principle in Ayurveda is that ‘there is nothing in the world which is not a good food’, it is only the combination of several factors that renders a substance unfit for consumption for a particular individual while the same substance might be absolutely palatable and digestible and in fact, good for the health of another individual. The second important point to be noted that whatever the substance, however good it may be, if taken in excess, will become toxic and harmful to the body. Timely and moderate eating habits will serve you well.

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Give your body sufficient rest and find out what a different person you are! In pursuit of all the material benefits and comforts, you treat your body like a donkey; use it to the extent you can; and finally are an exhausted person when you have the comforts. When you give your overheated car time to cool off, can't you give your over used body time to recover from the stress and strain? Happiness and sorrow, growth and wasting, strength and weakness, virility and impotence, knowledge and ignorance, life and its cessation - all are depend on sleep.

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Total abstinence from sexual activity may not be possible for ordinary mortals - but a restrained sexual life, keeping in mind the higher goal of eternal happiness, is certainly possible. Sexual promiscuity leads to various diseases. It is therefore very important to take care of your sexual health apart from other factors like diet and sleep.

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Before taking an Ayurvedic treatment, it will be better if you prepare your body for it. Avoid smoking and alcohol. Take vegetarian food only for at least two weeks prior to the start of the treatments. Similarly, follow the doctor’s advice on diet and lifestyle changes after the completion of the treatment.

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While undergoing ayurvedic treatments, avoid exposure to cold, wind, hot sun, dust, smoke, fog & extremes of cold & heat.

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Women cannot have major treatment at the time of their menstruation.

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Avoid stress, physical or mental, during an ayurvedic treatment course.

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If you are travelling in India and the treatment is part of your programme, it will be better to complete your travelling first & then undergo the treatment course. Otherwise travel may disturb the process of cure after the treatment.

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While undergoing ayurvedic treatments all types of stimulants like alcohol, smoking, tea, coffee etc. should be completely avoided for helping the process of cure.

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Any doubt regarding the internal medicines ,treatments etc can be communicated with our doctors & can clear your doubt at any time.

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You have to take complete rest for 1-2 hours in the room after the treatment.

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We are doing therapeutic yoga and conduct general yoga classes suitable for all the patients. Due to this advanced yoga postures may be avoided.

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The guests have the responsibility to take care of their belongings.

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The above given is a general schedule, there can be changes as per doctor’s recommendations.

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Also yoga session timings may be changed but will be intimated to you in advance.

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