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Ayurveda Overview
 
 

   Summary:Ayurveda is a form of natural medicine that originated in ancient India over 5,000 years ago. Ayurveda is an integrated system of techniques that uses diet, herbs, exercise, meditation, yoga, and massage or bodywork to achieve optimal health on all levels (physical, psychological and spiritual). In India, Ayurveda involves the eight principal branches of medicine: pediatrics, gynecology, obstetrics ophthalmology, geriatrics, otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat), general medicine and surgery.Scientific Evidence:Uses These uses have been tested in humans or animals. Safety and effectiveness have not always been proven. Some of these conditions are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider.   Read more

 
 

rVita Treatment Chart for Ayurveda

Condition
 Scientific Rating
From Natural Standards		 User Reviews
10=Highest		 rVita Composite Score
Insomnia Good Evidence 5 Recommend
Allergies Good Evidence 10 Recommend
Gastrointestinal disorders Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Arthritis Unclear or Conflicting Evidence 10 -
Anxiety Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Depression Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Pain Unclear or Conflicting Evidence 10 -
Sleep Disorders Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Rheumatic Diseases Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Retinopathy Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS) Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Heart Disorders (heart Disease) Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Cognitive and Learning Disorders Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Achondroplasia Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Hepatitis B Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Heart Disease and HIV-AIDS Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Depression and HIV Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
AIDS-related Cryptococcal Meningitis Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Autoimmunity Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
AIDS Dementia Complex Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Bipolar Disorder Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Diabetes Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Asthma Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Stomach Ailments Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
High Cholesterol Unclear or Conflicting Evidence Write a review -
Headache - 10 -
 
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Ayurveda Expert Articles

Treating the Common Cold with Andrographis

by: Natural Standard Research Collaboration
January 21, 2008
Andrographis (Andrographis paniculata) has been widely used in Indian (Hindu) folk medicine and the Ayurvedic form of medicine.
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Treating the Common Cold with Nasal Irrigation

by: Natural Standard Research Collaboration
January 21, 2008
The three forms of nasal irrigation therapies used in clinical trials have been saline lavage, which uses a warm liquid solution of salt water; humidified warm air lavage (in hyperthermia or low body temperature); and large-particle nebulized aerosol therapy, which uses an aerosolized (droplets spread in the air) saline solution. Occasionally, antibiotics are added to the solution.
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Treating Pain with Turmeric

by: Natural Standard Research Collaboration
January 22, 2008
Turmeric (Curcuma longa) has traditionally been used as an anti-inflammatory herb. Laboratory and animal studies show anti-inflammatory activity of turmeric and its constituent curcumin. Reliable human research is lacking.Copyright ‚© 2007 Natural Standard Inc.
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Ayurveda News and Blogs

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
ayurworld.blogspot.com - March 24, 2008
Rheumatoid arthritis can be a debilitating disease, effecting all aspects of an individual's life. Conventional anti-inflammatory drugs and pain killers, while effective, are only a band aid. This article highlights the causes, warning signs, and natural ayurvedic treatment for rheumatoid arthritis.
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Diabetes Treatment and Ayurveda
ayurworld.blogspot.com - March 24, 2008
As anyone with diabetes well knows, side effects from conventional treatment are pervasive.  Ayurveda offers a different solution.  Ayurvedic treatment follows a three pronged approach with includes changes in diet, an exercise program, and the addition of herbs.
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Nip Allergies in the Bud
www.yogajournal.com - January 2, 2008
Can Ayurveda treat allergies?  Try these Ayurvedic tips to boost your digestive fire and cleanse away ama.
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Short, Stout, Has a Handle on Colds
www.nytimes.com - January 10, 2008
GABY HAKMAN worked as a chef in professional kitchens in Miami for nearly 20 years, standing in the vacuum of powerful venting fans, inhaling smoke. But she had even bigger nasal challenges ahead.
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Neti Pot for Sinus Health and Cleansing Nose
www.emaxhealth.com - January 2, 2008
In the U.S., sinus problems is the #1 reason people see a doctor. With increasing pollution and chemicals in our environment, there is an enormous rise in the number of people who suffer various forms of nasal congestion and respiratory illnesses.
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Ayurveda Latest Reviews

I am an in allergy sufferer and at a friend's recommendation decided to try Neti pot. It provided much relief from congestion for me.

March 1, 2008
by: AUSTIN

Oil pulling relieved my neck and upper back pain. The pain in my legs and joints significantly lessened as well.

March 2, 2008
by: STUART

Oil pulling relieved my neck and upper back pain. The pain in my legs and joints significantly lessened as well.

March 3, 2008
by: FREDRICK

Oil pulling with safflower oil relieved my insomnia.

March 4, 2008
by: ARTURO

I was feeling really stressed out and I heard that Navratna oil might help. The results were good. I massaging the oil on my scalp and across my head. It also relieved shoulder aches and headaches. You can find Navartna oil just about any Ayurvedic store.

March 18, 2008
by: TREVOR
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