Ayurveda

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Ayurveda can be defined as a system, which uses the inherent principles of

nature, to help maintain health in a person by keeping the individual's body, mind and spirit in perfect equilibrium with nature

Ayurveda is a Sanskrit term, made up of the words "ayus" and "veda." "Ayus" means life and "Veda" means knowledge or science. The term "ayurveda" thus means 'the knowledge of life' or 'the science of life'. According to the ancient Ayurvedic scholar Charaka, "ayu" comprises the mind, body, senses and the soul.

Widely regarded as the oldest form of healthcare in the world, Ayurveda is an intricate medical system that originated in India thousands of years ago. The fundamentals of Ayurveda can be found in Hindu scriptures called the Vedas — the ancient Indian books of wisdom. The Rig Veda, which was written over 6,000 years ago, contains a series of prescriptions that can help humans overcome various ailments.

The aim of the ayurveda is to prevent illness, heal the sick and preserve life. This can be summed up as follows:

To protect health and prolong life To eliminate diseases and dysfunctions of the body

Ayurveda is not just another system of medicine, but a science of total health care based on the strong pillars of positive health incorporating the role of the following four aspects:

(i) character – achaar

(ii) thought or mind – vichaar

(iii) interpersonal relations – vyavahaar

(iv) diet - altar

In Ayurveda, disease is always seen as an imbalance in the dosha system. As a result, the diagnostic process strives to determine which doshas are underactive or overactive in a body. Ayurveda offers mainly three kinds of treatment - through Ayurvedic medicines, diet and lifestyle control and

Panchakarma.

Ayurvedic medicines mainly comprise of powders, tablets, decoctions, medicated oils, etc., which are prepared from natural herbs, plants, and minerals. Panchakarma comprises a number of Ayurvedic therapies involving detoxification, therapeutic cleansing of the body and rejuvenation as a treatment for many chronic conditions.

AVS was established at Kottakkal in Kerala State of India in 1902 by the visionary physician and philanthropistthe late Vaidyaratnam P.S. Varier. Started essentially as a village clinic, it has now grown into a multi-unit, multi-disciplinary and multi-crore organisation. It has operations in different areas of Ayurvedic practice

AVS manages Ayurvedic Hospitals at Kottakkal, Delhi and Kochi. All classical Ayurvedic medicines, therapies and expert medical advice are available there. AVS has two modern medicine manufacturing units, has well equipped quality control labs, has fullfledged research activities, publishes Ayurvedic periodicals and books, cultivates medicinal plants and conducts educational programmes. AVS also runs a Kathakali academy where the classical theatre of Kathakali is taught and performed.

Modern technologies are used to make medicines

Treatments are specially effective in paralysis, rheumatism, arthritis, spondylosis, and other psychosomatic diseases. The classical therapies are also made use of, for devising new treatment modalities to deal with several serious ailments of the modern man such as parkinsonism, motor neuron diseases, cancer etc. The major treatments provided at the hospital are: Snehapanam Dhara (Oordhwanga Dhara & Sarvanga Dhara), Pizhichil, Navarakkizhi, Sirovasti, Pichu and Sirolepa. Besides these specialised methods, the hospital offers Panchakarma treatments like Kashayavasthy, Snehavasthy, Nasyam, Virechanam and Raktamoksham

There is a variety of Ayurvedic medicines. Arya Vaidya Sala manufactures more than 530 classical formulations which fall in the following nine categories:

1. Arishta / Asava (Fermented formulation)2. Bhasma (Calicinated drug)3. Churna (Powdered herb)4. Ghrita (Ghee based)5. Gulika (Pill)6. Kashaya (Decoction)7. Leha (Electuary)8. Rasakriya (Collerium)9. Taila / Kuzhampu (Oil based)

These formulations are adapted from several classical text books. Their manufacture and marketing are licensed by the Drug Controlling Authority of the State Government. The manufacturing activity is also granted GMP certification by the Government

The Company is named after Lord Dhanwanthari who is considered as the God of Ayurveda. After its humble beginnings. it evolved as an industry to reckon with. Then, Dhanwanthari Vaidyasala had around 50 branches and more than 100 agencies. It was the first ayurvedic firm from South India to explore the Delhi market. Its area of operation included Madras, Bangalore, Coimbatore, Salem, Erode and Kanyakumari Dt. as early as in 1960’s.

Dhanwanthari Vaidyasala now have about 350 sales outlets and have set-up full-fledged treatment divisions in many locations of Kerala apart from associates in other States. Its manufacturing unit was awarded <B.GMP< b>(Good Manufacturing Practice) Certificate in 2002 for complying with Global Standards of Production. Its now ISO certified and a CRISIL rated Company.

This division deals with medicines with classical ayurvedic base but developed or adapted for a particular ailment or symptom. These products are prescribed medicines and belongs to the Pharma sector:

Kolstrahlin Capsules - Cholesterol Glycin Powder - Diabetes Inflacin Capsules Viral - Infections, Flu, Chikun Guniya etc Nishakathakadi Capsules - Diabetes Anulax - Antacid Alpina Liniment - Joint and muscle pains Personal Care Division Dhanwanthari Herbal Shampoo - 100ml and 8ml sachet Dhanwanthari Aloe Vera Soap Dhanwanthari Sandal Soap Dhanwanthari Jasmine Soap Dhanwanthari Pain Balm Dhanwanthari Hair Oil Dhanwanthari Baby oil Dhanwanthari Face cream Dhanwanthari Face Pack

FMCG Division Chyavanaprash - General tonic and

immunity Ashwagandha Rasayan - Weight

increase and activeness Dasamoolarishtam - General tonic

and appetiser Dasamoola Jeerakarishtam - post

natal care

This understanding that we are all unique individuals enables Ayurveda to address not only specific health concerns but also offers explanation as to why one person responds differently than another. We hope that you will continue to explore Ayurveda to enhance your health and to gain further insights into this miracle we call life.