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Winter 2006 Issue 1 |
In This Issue:
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Now Winter is coming,
you may be
experiencing dry skin,
blocked sinuses, cough, cold and respiratory congestion. I
have found that with Ayurveda alone I can manage all of these problems.
Prevention is the best strategy. If you are prone to
respiratory problems or are feeling the first signs of them, it is best to
contact me straight away to minimise
further development of the congestion which then can go
on to cause more chronic problems.
There are
many things that you can do on a daily basis to stay healthy and
congestion free this Winter. I've included a simple routine
that will help build up and support your immune system. If you'd
like to know more, don't hesitate to call me,
with thanks,
Raman Das
Daily
Abhyanga
Vata tends to be aggravated in cold weather, and Kapha tends to
accumulate, so it is important to keep warm, and counteract dryness of the
skin by daily Abhyanga (Ayurvedic self massage).
Shatavari Face and Body Oil
is our most nourishing and rejuvenating oil, and is suitable for all dosha
types. Another alternative is to regularly treat yourself to an
Ayurvedic Massage at our clinic! If you want to warm up, then
massage using Mahanarayan Oil
in a warm room provides relief and relaxation to tired muscles.
Jalaneti - Nasal Rinsing
A simple and effective way to counteract dry or congested nasal
passages is to do a daily saline nasal rinse using a Neti Pot (see Product
update below). According to Ayurveda, jalaneti also has beneficial
effects on memory, eyes, sense of smell etc, through cleansing toxins from
the sinus passages.
Diet
- Avoid cold foods and drinks, (particularly straight from the fridge) as
they aggravate Vata and neutralise Pitta. If your dominant dosha is
Vata, then limit the amount of broccoli, cauliflower and other brassicas
eaten as they too increase Vata. Some nourishing and generally
"safe" foods for all doshes during winter include sweet potato, carrot,
beetroot, pumpkin, spinach and green peas.
- Take a teaspoon or 2 of Chyawanprash daily
during Autumn and Winter...spread it on toast for breakfast instead of
your usual topping, or eat it straight. The main fruit in
Chyawanprash is Amla (Indian Gooseberry) - a very rich source of Vitamin
C, and together with the 40 odd Ayurvedic herbs and spices, it makes a
potent rejuvenating and nourishing jam.
- Just before bedtime, drink a cup of our
Kapha Tea. Containing herbs and spices such as black pepper, ginger,
pippali, amla and more, it is Kapha balancing, an immunoprotector
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Ayurveda and Hormone Imbalances |
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Pre menopause
Generally when a woman reaches her forties she may
start to exhibit signs of pre menopause. These include: irregular periods,
heavy flow alternated with light flow, spotting between periods, months
with no period. When I first came to Australia I noticed that some women
in their forties suffered from osteoporosis and hot flushes. Whereas in
India women of the same age did not have these symptoms but complained of
frequent urination and vaginal itching. After two years of research I was
able to formulate an Ayurvedic herbal remedy that addressed these problems
for women in Australia and have found it to be extremely successful.
Menopause
and post menopause
From the age of forty-five to fifty a women will
usually go through the menopause that is a natural state in a women’s
body. Different symptoms can be experienced during menopause, all of which
can affect the general health and well being of a woman. These symptoms
are: osteoporosis, irregular period, sometimes the bleeding is very light,
dryness of the skin, low thyroid function, hot flushes, night sweats,
headache, tiredness, bloating, indigestion, constipation, back pain, neck
pain, foggy eyes etc. In Ayurveda these symptoms can be managed with
herbal preparations and the treatment is best started before the symptoms
become too severe.
Male Menopause - "Andropause"
The andropause is the male version of the menopause and
usually effects men who are forty years old and over. It is responsible
for the drop in the male reproductive hormones. The symptoms include: low
libido, lowered motivation for a sex life, confusion, depression, anxiety,
tiredness, memory loss, general debility, possible headache, arthritic
symptoms, dryness of the skin, deterioration of the cartilage, frequent
urination, symptoms of diabetes, weight gain and loss, loss of enthusiasm
for life in general, feelings of disappointment, low stamina,
deterioration of eyesight, cramps, prostate problems, insomnia etc. A man
may experience all of the above symptoms or just a few. In Ayurveda the
management of the andropause can be very successful.
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Product Update |
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I have designed my own neti pot and tongue scraper and
had them made in and imported from India. I am also selling a range of
other products the most recent ones are listed below.
Neti pot
It is made from stainless steel (18/8) and is used in
cases of sinus congestion and to clean the
nasal passages. It is also beneficial in cleansing the eyes and improving
the clarity of vision.
Read more....
Tongue
scraper
It is also made from stainless steel (18/8) and is used
first thing in the morning to clean the tongue of the toxic build up
during the night.
Tooth powder
This is an Ayurvedic powder made from many herbs that
is used for cleaning the teeth with the fingers. It can be rubbed onto the
gums also. It is beneficial for: gingivitis, pyorrhoea, cleansing all the
mucous membranes of the mouth by stimulating the saliva, halitosis and
balancing the pH of the mouth.
Nasal
drops
Nasal drops are useful for soothing the nasal passages
and to protect them from allergens and the overgrowth of bacteria and
fungus. They can also be beneficial in cases of cough, cold and sinus
congestion. It is good to use the nasal drops after performing jala neti.
In this way the nasal drops act as both prevention and
treatment.
Eardrops
They are beneficial for soothing the ear cannels and
liquefying the earwax. They can be helpful in cases of: excessive earwax,
earache, tinnitus and dizziness.
Facemask
powder
I have formulated a facemask powder from Ayurvedic
herbs. It has proven to produce excellent results by cleansing the pores
and to produce radiant and soft skin. This can be applied to the face
before taking a shower or bath.
Ayurvedic Night Oil for
Face
It can be used for all skin types to produce soft and
radiant skin. It is best applied to the face before bed, after
massaging the face using Shatavari Face and Body Oil. Only a
few drops is required. Available with Frankincense, Sandalwood
or Camphor fragrances.
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Services Update |
Facial
treatment One hour treatment $110
The treatment lasts for one hour and includes
a freshly prepared facemask and face massage with firstly Shatavari
(asparagus) oil followed by another face oil. This has the ability to
produce fantastic results.
Shirodhara
One hour treatment $110
This aids in mental relaxation and the
opening of the chakras. Warm black sesame oil is gently poured onto the
third eye area and over the head in a continuous flow for one hour.
Ayurvedic massage
One hour treatment $110
Ayurvedic massage is done according to the
individual constitution and presenting problems, using Ayurvedic oil which
is formulated in accordance with the dosha type. The massage session takes
one hour and is very beneficial for detoxifying and metabolising the fatty
tissue in the body. It also helps to balance and support the system.
Vedic
Astrology
Chart preparation &
prediction session, 1
hour $270
This chart is done in accordance with Vedic
astrology using the date, time and birthplace of the person. It is able to
predict the outlook for the person’s life including health, wealth and
love etc.
Ayurvedic Child
Care
From my own experience of bringing up my 6
year old son and 1 year old daughter I have established an Ayurvedic
management program for all the common Australian childhood problems. These
include: breast milk production, baby colic, various types of problems
experienced during breast feeding, purification of breast milk, improved
nutritive qualities of the breast milk, eczema, constipation,
hyperactivity, bed wetting, cough and cold and allergies. Ayurveda has a
management program for these problems.
Rejuvenation management program
In Ayurveda there are programs that help a
person to maintain their current state of good health and to act as
preventative medicine. It is also able to support a person through
convalescence to aid in a speedier recovery and to improve their system
and general well being.
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News |
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New address
Our Centre
has moved from 54 McIntyre Street to 38a Cecil Street in Gordon. The
telephone number has remained unchanged but our new address is:
38A
Cecil Street, Gordon, NSW. 2072.
New consultation prices
Since 1 March 2006 the consultation prices
have increased for the first time in six years. They are as follows:
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Initial
consultation, up to one hour $87
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Follow
up consultation, up to 30 mins $62
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Gordon NSW 2072
p: (02) 9499 7164 web:
www.yatan-ayur.com.au
email:
vaidya@yatan-ayur.com.au |
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