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Mm{h`o & \$bm| _| jma VËd àMwa _mÌm _| nm`m OmVm h¡ & jma VËd eara H$s AåbVm H$mo H$_ H$aVm h¡ & h_mao eara _| Aåb H$s _mÌm jma VËd go 4 JwZm H$_ hmoVr h¡ & \$b eara Ho$ {dfm| H$m Zme H$aVo h¢ & \$b h_mao eara H$s CnmnM` {H«$`m H$mo geº$ ~ZmVo h¢ & \$bm| _| \$mBQ>mo Ho${_H$ëg nm`o OmVo h¢ Omo eara Ho$ {b`o OrdZ ajH$ _mZo OmVo h¢ & \$bm| Ho$ a§J eara _| a§Jm| H$s H$_r H$mo nyam H$aZo H$m H$m_ H$aVo h¢ & "dU© {M{H$Ëgm' Ho$ AZwgma, {H$gr a§Jmo Ho$ Ag§VwbZ Ho$ H$maU hr amoJ n¡Xm hmoVo h¡ & O¡go nrbo a§J H$s H$_r go noQ> H$s ~r_m[a`m§ hmoVr

Zo _Zwî` H$mo \$b Ho$ ê$n _| EH$ AZyR>m Cnhma {X`m h¡ & BgH$m à`moJ AnZo OrdZ _| {ZaÝVa H$aZo go _mZd gm¡ df© VH$ ñdñW ah gH$Vm h¡ & \$b$ EH$ A_¥V Ho$ g_mZ h¡ Omo gm¡ à{VeV nmofH$ VËdm| go ^anya hmoVm h¡ & noS>m| na nHo$ hþE \$b eara Ho$ {b`o Am¡f{Y H$m H$m_ H$aVo h¢ & ^maVdf© _| gdm©{YH$ \$bm| H$s n¡Xmdma hmoVr h¡ & BVZr {H$ñ_ Ho$ \$b em`X hr {H$gr Am¡a Xoe _| n¡Xm hmoVo h¡§ & ^moOZ Ho$ gmW \$bm| H$m g_mdoe H$aHo$ h_ AZoH$m| ~r_m[a`m| go ~M gH$Vo h¢ & àË`oH$ _m¡g_ _| AmZo dmbo \$bm| H$m godZ H$aZm
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h¢ Am¡a noQ> Ho$ {b`o nrbo ~ob, gÝVam, _m¡g_r Am{X h¡ & noQ H$s ~S>r go ~S>r \$b ImZo go Amam_ {_b Am¡a nM `wº$ àMwa a§J Ho$ \$b O¡go nnrVm, ImZm AÀN>m _mZm OmVm g_ñ`m _| nnrVm d ~ob OmVm h¡ & qgKmS>m h{È>`m| _| H¡$pëe`_ H$s H$_r H$mo Xÿa Ho$ {b`o ~hþV AÀN>m h¡ & J{R>`m amoJr, `{X qgKmS>o H$m à`moJ H$ao Vmo h{È>`m§ _O~yV hmo h¡ & qgKmS>o _| \$mñ\$moag ^r A{YH$ _mÌm _| h¡ & `h aº$Mmn H$mo ^r gm_mÝ` H$aVm h¡ VWm nMZo dmbm \$b h¡ & H$aZo ^anya OmVr hmoVm OëXr

\$bm| _| Xmo àH$ma Ho$ ag nm`o OmVo h¢ IÅ>m _rR>m & IÅ>o \$bm| _| nm`m OmZo dmbm Aåb ag OmZo na jma _| ~Xb OmVm h¡ & Aåb ag \$b _m¡g_r, gÝVam, Zt~y _| {dQ>m{_Z "E' d "gr' _mÌm _| nm`m OmVm h¡ &

nnrVm {dQ>m{_Z "gr' Ed§ "E' àmá H$aZo H$m AÀN>m ómoV h¡ & Bg_| nopßgZ Zm_ H$m EÝOmB_ nm`m OmVm h¡ Omo noQ> Ho$ H«$s_r _maZo H$m H$m_ H$aVm h¡ & nnrVm ImZo go ^yI IwbVr h¡ VWm ËdMm na {ZIma AmVm h¡ & "ñnr{_`m' go nr{S>V amoJr Ho$ {b`o ^r nnrVm bm^Xm`H$ h¡ & nnrVm Mohao na _bZo go Mohao Ho$ _whm§go Xÿa hmo OmVo h¢ & gÝVam Xm§Vm| Ho$ {b`o ~hþV AÀN>m h¡ & _w§h go ~X~y Xÿa H$aZo Ho$ {b`o gÝVam AË`ÝV bm^Xm`H$ h¡ & gÝVao H$m ag {dQ>m{_Z "gr' go ^anya hmoZo Ho$ H$maU h{È>`m|, _gyS>m| Ed§ Xm§Vm| H$mo e{º$embr ~ZmVm h¡ & {dQ>m{_Z "gr' H$s H$_r Ho$ H$maU aº$ H$s gmÝÐVm H$_ hmo OmVr h¡ & gÝVam eara _| _b {ZH$mbZo H$s à{H«$`m H$mo VoO H$aVm h¡ Am¡a {dOm{V` Ðì`m| H$mo Xÿa H$aZo H$m H$m_ H$aVm h¡ & ZmenmVr ~S>r Am§V H$mo gm\$ H$aZo H$m H$m_ H$aVr h¡ & ZmenmVr H$m godZ H$aZo go nwamZr go nwamZr H$ãO ^r Xÿa hmo OmVr h¡ & A_éX ^r H$ãO Ho$ amoJr Ho$ {b`o h¡ & A_éX {X_mJ H$mo ^r VamoVmµOm aIVm Ho$ {b`o ^r A_éX AÀN>m h¡ & `h Am§Vm| _b {ZîH$mgZ H$s {H«$`m H$mo VoO H$aVm bm^Xm`H$ h¡ & Xm§Vm| _| nhþ§MH$a h¡ &

go~ nm¡{ï>H$ VËdm| go ^anya hmoVm h¡ & Bg_| _m¡{bH$ Eo{gS> nm`m OmVm h¡ & `h erVb, é{MH$maH$ Ed§ dr`©d¥ÕH$ h¡ & Bg_| àMwa _mÌm _| {dQ>m{_Z nm`o OmVo h¢ & go~ ImZo go \o$\$S>m| H$s H$m`©j_Vm _| d¥{Õ hmoVr h¡ & {dQ>m{_Z "~r' H$s _mÌm Bg_| A{YH$ hmoZo Ho$ H$maU `h Zgm| H$s H$_Omoar H$mo Xÿa H$aVm h¡ Am¡a {X_mJ H$mo e{º$embr ~ZmVm h¡ & A§Jya _| {dQ>m{_Z "nr' H$s àMwa _mÌm hmoVr h¡ & A§Jya ImZo go EpO_m, M_©amoJ, gmoam`{gg d `H¥$V Ho$ amoJm| _| bm^ {_bVm h¡ & AZma H$m godZ H$aZo go hr_mo½bmo~rZ H$m ñVa ~T>Vm h¡ VWm IyZ H$s H$_r Xÿa hmoVr h¡ & J^m©dñWm _| AZma H$m godZ H$aZo go CëQ>r _| Amam_ {_bVm h¡ & Ia~yOo H$m à`moJ H$aZo go noQ> Ho$ Kmd ^a OmVo h¢ & `h Aëga Ho$ amoJr Ho$ {b`o bm^Xm`H$ h¡ & \$bm| _| "H$mo{bZ' Zm_ H$m EH$ VËd nm`m OmVm h¡ Omo brda H$mo ZwH$gmZ nhþ§MZo go ~MmVm h¡ & `h dgm H$s CnmnM` {H«$`m _| ^mJ boVm h¡ & AmO Ho$ AmYw{ZH$ dmVmdaU _| A{YH$m§e bmoJm| H$m$ OrdZ, VZmd go ^a MwH$m h¡ & CgHo$ nrN>o h_mao ^moOZ _| nmofH$ VËdm| H$s H$_r H$m hmoZm ^r h¡ & h_ O¡gm ^moOZ H$aVo h¢ d¡gm hr h_mam _Z hmoVm h¡ Am¡a d¡gm hr VZ & AV: ^moOZ _| \$bm| H$m ^anya godZ H$a| Am¡a eara H$mo {ZamoJr aI| &

H$obm nyU© Amhma _mZm OmVm h¡ & Bg_| nmoQ>¡{e`_ Ed§ I{ZO bdU àMwa _mÌm _| hmoVm h¡ & H$_Omoa amoJr Ho$ {b`o `h EH$ AÀN>m \$b h¡ & `h dOZ ~T>mVm h¡ & H$o Ho$bo H$s gãOr noQ> Ho$ {b`o AÀN>r hmoVr h¡ &
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h¡ & `h {dfmUw (dm`ag) Xmo Vah h¢ & aV go OwS>o KQ>H$m| Ho$ O[a`o `o honoQ>mB{Q>g ~r, gr, Am¡a S>r amoJ go g§H«${_V Ob nrZo Ho$ H$maU `o {dfmUw B© \¡$bmVo h¢ &

go AmH«$_U H$aVo {dfmUw ì`{V H$mo J«{gV H$aVo h¢ & honoQ>mB{Q>g E Am¡a

{díd ñdmñÏ` g§JR>Z (WHO) Ho$ AZwgma, {díd _| g~go Á`mXm bmoJm| H$mo _m¡V Ho$ A§YH$ma _o YHo$bZo dmbo g§H«$m_H$ amoJm| _| honoQ>mB{Q>g nm§Mdo ñWmZ na h¡ & `o dm`ag amoJr Ho$ {bda H$mo nyar Vah j{VJ«ñV H$a XoVm h¡ Am¡a brda ImZm nMmZo H$m H$m_ ~§X H$a XoVm h¡ & BZ N>h àH$ma Ho$ {dfmUwAm| _| go honoQ>mB{Q>g "~r' g~go Á`mXm KmVH$ h¡ & Bgo gm`b§Q> {H$ba (Im_moe hË`mam) ^r H$hm OmVm h¡ & Bg amoJ H$s EH$ Eogr AdñWm h¡, {H$ O~ amoJr _| H$moB© àË`j bjU Vmo {XImB© Zht XoVo naÝVw `H¥$V H$m H$m`© ~hþV H$_Omoa hmo OmVm h¡ & ^yI H$s H$_r, ñdmñÏ` H$m {ZaÝVa {JaZm, gwñVr ahZm, e{VhrZVm Am{X bjU ahVo h¢, {\$a `H¥$V Ho$ Iam~ hmo OmZo Ho$ H$maU "{gamo{gg' AWdm "{bda H¡$Ýga' hmoH$a _¥Ë`w ^r hmo gH$Vr h¡ & BQ>br Ho$ d¡km{ZH$ S>m°. _mo[a`m aojåQ>m Zo 1977 _| EH$ Am¡a
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dm`ag H$s ImoO H$s {Ogo "S>oëQ>m honoQ>mB{Q>g' dm`ag H$m Zm_ {X`m& `h H$^r ^r _hm_mar H$m ê$n bo gH$Vm h¡ `m|{H$ `h 10 gmb Ho$ ~mX ^r AmH«$_U H$a gH$Vm h¡ & honoQ>mB{Q>g "~r' dm`ag (HBV) go {díd H$s Xmo {VhmB© OZg§»`m à^m{dV h¡ & ^maV _| Bg amoJ Ho$ g§dmhH$m| H$s Hw$b g§»`m 4.30 H$amoS> h¡ & AZw_mZ h¡ Xg gmb Ho$ A§Xa BZ_| go EH$ Mm¡WmB© bmoJm| H$mo J§^ra honoQ>mB{Q>g amoJ hmo gH$Vm h¡ Am¡a EH$ {VhmB© amo{J`m| H$mo {bda (`H¥$V) {gamo{gg hmo gH$Vm h¡, {Oggo BZH$s _¥Ë`w ^r hmo gH$Vr h¡ & honoQ>mB{Q>g ~r H$m dm`ag {H$gr OmZda _| Zht nm`m OmVm, BgH$m EH$ _mÌ g§dmhH$ _Zwî` h¡ & {díd ñdmñÏ` g§JR>Z (WHO) Zo Bgo ES²>g go ^r A{YH$ IVaZmH$ _mZm h¡ & Am§H$S>o ~VmVo h¢, {díd _| A{YH$m§e _m¡V| `H¥$V O{ZV ~r_m[a`m| go hmoVr h¢ & honoQ>mB{Q>g Ho$ dm`ag Ho$ gå~Y _| {M{H$Ëgm d¡km{ZH$m| H$m _mZZm h¡ {H$ `h A{V g§H«$m_H$ h¡ VWm g§H«${_V$ gwB© Ho$ à`moJ H$aZo go, Agwa{jV aVXmZ d EH$ go A{YH$ ì`{V go Agwa{jV `m¡Z gå~Y H$aZo go ^r \¡$b gH$Vm h¡ & AË`{YH$ _ÚnmZ H$aZo go, Vbr hþB© MrOm| Ho$ AË`m{YH$ godZ go, _b-_yÌm{X Ho$ doJ H$mo amoH$Zo go, A{YH$ CîU \$mñQ> \y$S> (g§a{jV ImÚ nXmWm]) H$m godZ H$aZo go, {XZ _| gmoZo go, am{Ì OmJaU H$aZo go, VWm Yy_«nmZ H$aZo go `H¥$V gå~ÝYr {dH$ma n¡Xm hmo OmVo h¢ & `H¥$V Ho$ amoJ J«ñV hmo OmZo na CgH$s {H«$`mE§ R>rH$ Vah go g§nÞ Zht hmo nmVr h¢ & `H¥$V Ho$ gm_mÝ` amoJm| _| ^r A{YH$ Am¡f{Y ImZo H$m MbZ h¡ & `{X H$moB© gm_mÝ` Am¡f{Y ^r A{YH$ {XZm| VH$ Cn`moJ H$s Om` Vmo dh `H¥$V H$mo à^m{dV H$aoJr & dmñVd _| àË`oH$ Am¡f{Y O¡go bmoamo\$m_©, doXZm {ZdmaH$ {d{^Þ Am¡f{Y`m§ (Anesthetics), Am{g©{ZH$ d
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\$mñ\$moag àm^¥{V ^r {bda H$mo à^m{dV H$aVr h¡ & ~hþV {XZm| VH$ H$ãO ahZo na AWdm Am±Vm| Ho$ ^rVa {dOmVr` ImÚ nXmWm] Ho$ O_m hmoZo na ^r ~hþV ~ma Eogm hmoVm h¡ & AnÀ` Ed§ H$R>moa Ðì`m| H$m ^r bJmVma Cn`moJ H$aZo go `H¥$V Iam~ hmo gH$Vm h¡ &

honoQ>mB{Q>g Ho$ bjU

Bg amoJ Ho$ bjU "âby' O¡go hmoVo h¡ & ^yI H$s H$_r, WH$mZ, Or _MbZm, noQ> _| JS>~S>r, R>ÊS> bJZm Am¡a hëH$m ~wIma, {ga Am¡a eara _| XX©, noQ> (brda) _| XX© CR>Zm, noem~ H$m Jham nrbm hmoZm, em¡M H$m g\o$X hmo OmZm, BpÝÐ`m| H$m kmZ VWm H$_© gm_Ï`© H$_ hmo OmZm, Aé{M, ß`mg, VÝÐm, _yN>m© Am{X bjU _arO _| àH$Q> hmoVo h¢ & {OZHo$ nVm MbVo hr CnMma Amaå^ hmoZm Mm{hE & 1. `moJ emó Ho$ AZwgma Ym¡{V {H«$`m VWm Hw§$Ob, d_Z {deof CnMma h¢ & {Og àH$ma OS> Ho$ Zï> hmoZo go VZm Am¡a emImE§ Zï> hmo OmVr h¢, d¡go hr d_Z go {nÎm Xmof Ho$ bjU g_má hmo OmVo h¢ & gmYmaU Vm¡a na "Ym¡{V' H$m AW© hmoVm h¡ "YmoZm' & `moJ {dkmZ _| YmoVr H$m VmËn`© h¡ CXa g_yh Ed§ noQ> H$mo Ob `m dm`w go YmoZm Vm{H$ CZ g~ A§Jm| _| EH${ÌV _b Xÿa hmo OmE Am¡a eara nyU© ê$n go ñdñW ah gHo$ & noQ> H$mo Ob go YmoZo Ho$ {b`o H$mJmgZ _| ~¡R>H$a, Xmo go VrZ {Jbmg nmZr nrH$a Zm{^ na ~m`m± hmW aIH$a, H$_a H$mo PwH$mVo hþ`o, 10 A§e H$m H$moU ~ZmH$a IS>o hm| & A~ Xm{hZo hmW H$s VrZ C§J{b`m± (VO©Zr, _Ü`_m, AZm{_H$m) _w±h Ho$ AÝXa VH$ bo OmE§ d Or^ Ho$ {nN>bo {hñgo na X~md X| & VwaÝV hr {n`m hþAm nmZr CëQ>r Ûmam ~mha {ZH$bZo bJVm h¡ & O¡gm {H$ h_ OmZVo h¢ {H$, ^moOZ `m nmZr Ho$ A_me` _| nhþ±MVo hr {nÎmme` Imbr hmo OmVm h¡, Bg {H«$`m go `H¥$V, {nÎmme`, A¾me` Am{X g^r _| gwYma ê$nr H$m`© MbZo bJVo h¢ & honoQ>mB{Q>g Ho$ amoJr H$mo EH$ _mh VH$ à{V{XZ `m gámh _| `h {H«$`m
Nisargopachar Varta : April 2012

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question & answer
Naturopath's Advice
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Dr. D. Sathyanath

Nature Cure Physician

My husband is suffering from Bi-polar disorder. He is on mood stabilizer medicine and advised to take it lifelong. Kindly inform how he can live without medicine?
Mrs. Singh, Delhi

for maintaining the homeostasis, processes.

i.e.,

normal bodily

Exercise/ Yoga:

Physical fitness improves the

Bipolar disorder also called as manic-depressive disorder is a disease that causes episodes of depression, episodes of mania (enthusiasm), and other abnormal moods.
Causes and triggers

confidence and self esteem of the individuals. Regular physical outdoor activity of once own choice is one of the most effective and inexpensive ways to improve mood swings. One of the best options to bust the blues is taking a brisk walk outside each morning for at least 30 minutes. Yoga has the added advantage of releasing mood-elevating chemicals in the brain and can decrease stress. It is to be noted that strict adherence and regularity alone will make the change.

There exists no single cause. Though it was claimed to be genetic disorder, not all with the inherited genes have the illness. Research says that high levels of the stress hormone, abnormal thyroid function, circadian rhythm (daily 24-hour routine) disturbances and imbalances in neurotransmitter, brain chemicals could trigger the disease. Certain medications, especially antidepressant drugs, can itself trigger mania. Other drugs that can cause mania include over-the-counter cold medicine, appetite suppressants, caffeine, corticosteroids, and thyroid medication. Similarly Anti manic agents, which work by decreasing abnormal activity in the brain also leads to depression. Abuse of Alcohol, tranquilizers, cocaine can trigger and worsen the disease. It is to be understood that episodes of mania and depression often follow a seasonal pattern. Manic episodes are more common during the summer and depressive episodes more common during the fall, winter, and spring. Sleeping less Elevated mood Restlessness Speaking rapidly Increase in activity level Irritability or aggression. Fatigue and lethargy Sleeping more Trouble concentrating Loss of interest in activities Withdrawing from others, Change in appetite. Naturopathic Treatments Naturopathy suggests avoiding foods which are too bitter, sour, salty, pungent, dry, and obviously nonvegetarian foods, which can lead to mental distress. Similarly any sort including carbonated drinks, coffee, tea and other beverages are also to be avoided. In nut shell having Saatvic foods or Soothing foods with ample amounts of fruits and vegetables, moderate amount of cereals and pulses and less amount oils and fats is good
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Mania Signs and symptoms: , , , , , Depression signs and symptoms: , , , , Diet:

Massage & Aroma therapy: Oil massage is one of
the best stress busters. Blending the massage with sedative effect of essential oils lavender, citriodora, citronella etc will act on the central nervous system and promotes emotional release and reduction of physical and mental stress. Similarly for the depressed geranium, peppermint, neroli and lemongrass are the suitable essential oils.

Color/ Light Therapy: Color is another component
of naturopathy, which is applied to relieve stress-induced disorders as they influence our moods and behavior. For mania, blue color is said to have soothing and calming effect on our nerves. Exposure to light in the morning helps the bodys sleep/wake cycle work properly due to production of serotonin.

Hydro & mud therapy: A cold shower should be
had every day. On days of blue a full mud bath, if given will give immense relief. On regular basis mud packs shall be given over the abdomen and eyes for 20 minutes. Cold spinal bath or spray will also help to alleviate the symptoms.

Social rhythm therapy:

It focuses on stabilizing

social rhythms such as sleeping, eating, and exercising. Thus, the daily regimen is to be strictly adhered. An average of seven hours of sleep at adequate time is recommended at one stretch.

Note:
the clock.

The mind of the depressives when lef t will show a negative tendency in

unengaged

improvement. Hence they should be kept busy round

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from the desk of publication officer

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by UN. still we

World Water Day
March is celebrated

nd

Care upon the food habits is one of the major parameters to be considered while keeping in view, the availability of drinking water for the entire population and thus, UN has given a contemporary theme in the present context. Coping up with the

as World Water Day as declared

We all know that, two-third of the total earth is water. But, are of suffering water and from it is

scarcity

acquiring the shape of one of the most dangerous crisis in life. We have a major por tion of body constituted by water and the physiological processes need ample amount of water to run well and keep it healthy. Is water crisis not a danger to our existence, if the present condition keeps continuing? Nature has given us plenty of resources to nourish our life and enjoy in the lap of nature. But if we become unaware of our limitations, keep increasing the population and misusing the natural resources like water, without having a future perspective, it would turn to a question mark to our own life !

population growth and providing healthy food to everyone, is the call of the time to overcome this problem of water crisis in the present scenario. Another surprising fact is, 30 percent of the food produced is the scandalous food wastage. It should definitely be taken care of, in order to reduce the water loss to produce it, if it is wasted. The water resources are also affected because of perturbation in the climate due to global warming. The falling level of rain fall is one of the very significant reasons for the growing water crisis. Of course, awareness towards climate balance will help as much as the awareness about saving water and its resources in different ways, on the planet. Care has to be taken at all levels, right from production of food to its supply chain and consumption by the individual. In addition to this, awareness regarding saving of water at individual level is the most important aspect to be understood and implemented. Let us resolve to be concerned about our most important natural resource, i.e., Water and be responsible humans of this world.
Save water, save life !

This year's theme for World Water Day was, Water and Food Security declared by UN. There have been themes changing from time to time for the World Water Day. This years theme is a relevant theme in the present scenario, to be discussed and considered on this special day.

According to some information, Seven billion people on the planet are to be fed and as per the present rate of population growth, another 2 billion more are expected by 2050. There have been studies which show

that, each of us drink 2 to 4 litres of water

every day, however most of the water we drink is embedded in the food we consume. For example, we need to consume ten times more water on consumption of 1 kg beef than for 1 kg of wheat. Vegetarian food needs less water for its digestion.

Namrata Shukla

Managing Editor

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book review
sperm, ovum); three main malas: urine, stool and sweat; and three doshas: Vata (air), pitta (bile), and kapha (phlegm). These govern all the activities of our body. The balance of three doshas is most important for good health.

Home Remedies with Materia Medica
Fr. Meloo, S.J.
236 pp., Soft cover book, 2000 Price Rs. ISBN: 81-900647-0-3 Published by Prabhat Prakashan, Patna For copies contact Fr. Meloo c/0 Jeevan institute, Sikh village, Secunderabad (AP) Ph.: 7726384, 7726385

Author has discussed 137 problems, suggested various herbal and home remedies and few homeopathic remedies. These home remedies may not be scientific since these are not tested in a laboratory, but people have seen their benefit since thousands and thousands of years. Some preventive measures for specific ailments are also given, like regular use of buttermilk is good for ojas and general well-being. Tulsi and neem leaves are used to build up immunity, Garlic for heart problems, cholesterol, rheumatism, high blood pressure. Brahmi is good for memory and intelligence. Massaging the body with sesame (til) oil for 15-20 minutes is a good practice. It improves the complexion, tones up muscles and blood vessels and exerts a soothing effect on skin and nervous system. The second part of the book is the Materia Medica which gives the medicinal uses of 150 commonly available and important plants. For easy reference these are arranged in chart form. Separate chapters are also devoted on yoga and acupressure, giving an idea about these. Author has suggested to make your own herbal garden. Big trees like neem, arjuna, babul; small herbs like brahmi, aloe vera; shrubs like harsingar, mehndi all can be grown in the home garden. Medicinal climbers like sankpushpi, satavar can even make the garden artistic. The book brings together in one volume ancient therapies contained in the noble books of ayurveda, recent therapies from well-known physicians and grandmas remedies and folklore claims.

(This book is available at NIN Library)

ature has been generous in providing us with abundant remedies for our ailments. If we know the medicinal effects of these herbs around us, we do not have to depend upon a doctor or a specialist for over 90% of our sicknesses, author claims. Modern health care system has become highly commercialized and is out to drain the pockets of the patients. It subjects them to a series of lab-tests and diagnosis, often unnecessary, and stuffs them with all kinds of drugs that are mostly useless and even hazardous- all to the advantage of the drug companies. On the contrary, Fr. Meloo assures that these herbal remedies are most effective, easily available and cheap. The underlying principles of the herbal system are the same as those of Ayurveda, though not systematized or formulated in traditional practice. According to this theory, fundamental categories of human body are three- doshas, dhatu and mala. When these three elements are in dynamic equilibrium with each other, one enjoys good health. Their imbalance leads to disease. There are seven dhatus: rasa (lymph, plasma), rakta (blood), mamsa (muscle, tissue or flesh), medas (fat), asthi (bone), majja (bone marrow) and shukra (semen,
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Dr. Vibha Gupta

epression is a state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a persons thoughts, behaviour, feelings and physical well-being. Hippocrates referred to depression as melancholia, which literally means black bile. Black bile, along with blood, phlegm and yellow bile were the four humors (fluids) that described the basic medical physiology theory of that time. In Naturopathic medicine, depression is understood in much the same way the symptom is; it signals an imbalance. If the overall goal of medicine is to promote health and enhance vitality, it is essential to understand all the elements that lead to the depression experienced by each individual. Persons of any age, children or adults, may develop depression symptoms. Even minor stress events can stir up depression symptoms.
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Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. Loss of interest in daily activities. Appetite or weight changes. Sleep disturbances. Anger or irritability. Loss of energy. Self-loathing. Reckless behaviour. Concentration problems. Unexplained aches and pains.

Signs and Symptoms

and maintaining obesity. A depressed teenager may be hostile, grumpy or easily lose temper. Unexplained aches and pains are also common symptoms of depression in young people. Elderly people are more prone to depression, especially those without a strong family support system. Depression in the elderly tends to be chronic, has a low rate of recovery and is often undertreated. The difficult changes that many older adults face-such as bereavement, loss of independence and health problems. Depression in women is twice than that in men. This is due in part to hormonal factors, particularly when it comes to premenstrual syndrome (PMS), premenstrual dysphoric disorder
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Adolescents, who suffer from depression are at risk of developing

Dr. Prasad Kulkarni
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(PMDD), postpartum depression and premenopausal depression. Pronounced feelings of guilt, sleep excessively, overeating and weight gain is observed. Depressed in northern climates and in younger people. Like depression, seasonal affective disorder is treatable. Light therapy, a treatment that involves exposure to bright artificial light, often helps relieve symptoms.

men

are less likely than women to of self-loathing and

acknowledge

feelings

Bipolar Disorder

hopelessness. Instead, they tend to complain about fatigue, irritability, sleep problems and loss of interest in work and hobbies. Other signs and symptoms of depression in men include anger, aggression, violence, reckless behaviour and substance abuse.

Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, is characterized by cycling mood changes. Episodes of depression alternate with

manic episodes

, which can

include impulsive behaviour, hyperactivity, rapid speech and little to no sleep. Typically, the switch from one mood extreme to the other is gradual, with each manic or depressive episode lasting for at least several weeks.

Types of depression
Different types of depression have unique symptoms, causes and effects.

Major Depression

Naturopathic Modalities
At present, a whole lot of holistic therapies are applied to heal acute and chronic depression. Besides prescription of drugs, healing methods such as, Naturopathy and Yogic techniques are extensively and effectively utilized all over the world. Adopting a positive lifestyle helps you develop a healthy mindbody frame to avoid depression. A Naturopathic approach to depression utilizes a comprehensive understanding of the history and circumstances that contribute to the depression. There are many reasons that any given person might experience depression. Treating depression can only be done if the underlying cause is understood as clearly as possible, and therapies are used to re-establish balance in an individuals life.

Major depression is characterized by the inability to enjoy life and experience pleasure. The symptoms are constant, ranging from moderate to severe. Left untreated, major depression typically lasts for about six months. Major depression is a recurring disorder. However, there are many things you can do to support your mood and reduce the risk of recurrence.

Atypical Depression

Atypical depression is a common subtype of major depression. It features a specific symptom pattern, including a temporary mood lift in response to positive events. Other symptoms of atypical depression include weight gain, increased appetite, sleeping excessively, a heavy feeling in the arms and legs and sensitivity to rejection.

Yoga
Yoga practice can help alleviate depression by reducing the physiological manifestations of stress and by raising the levels of

Dysthymia (recurrent, mild depression)
Dysthymia is a type of chronic 'low-grade'

depression. The symptoms of Dysthymia are not as strong as the symptoms of major depression, but they last a long time (at least two years). Some people also experience major depressive episodes on top of Dysthymia, a condition known as double depression .

endorphins. Endorphins are chemicals bodies that in can our

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

produce a feeling of well-being.

Theres a reason why so many movies and books portray rainy days and stormy weather as gloomy. Some people get depressed in the fall or winter, when overcast days are frequent and sunlight is limited. This type of depression is called seasonal affective disorder (SAD). Seasonal affective disorder is more common

Yoga or exercises put pressure on organs and glands helping them to produce a healing chemical balance

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causing us to feel well. The strengthening and stretching movements flush toxins from our bodies as well. Yoga positions commonly recommended for depression are sun salutations required. In hypo activity, passive reactions, brain fatigue, depression-yin conditions-about gram protein of 1.0 per

(suryanamaskara), shoulder stand and relaxation techniques with Yo g a N idra. Meditation is

kilogram

body

increasingly seen as a useful treatment for depression. Meditation techniques recommended for depression are mindfulness meditation (full awareness of the present moment) and loving kindness meditation (wishing well to one self and others).Yoga and meditation may help to avoid the recurrence of depression, once the depression has moderated.

weight is needed. Include beans tofu, and

legumes in the diet for

a d e q u a t e supply of

proteins. One of the most important fruits to eat is banana. They are full of tryptophan and also a fantastic

Asanas to be performed are :
F F F F F F F F F F
Padmasana Viparita karani Setu bandhasana Bhujangasana Matsyasana Marjariasana Pawan muktasana Chakrasana Shirshasana Shavasana

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source of potassium. When we are stressed or depressed, our levels of potassium dips. So, topping up helps stabilise our mood and wards off depression. Tryptophan, an amino acid that helps to promote serotonin, the happy hormone. Tryptophan is also found in beans, nuts and seeds. Fruit and vegetables are full of health and mind boosting vitamins and minerals.

Surya Namaskar alongwith Om chanting, Yoga nidra, Bhramari, Kapalbhati, Anulom vilom, Bhastrika Pranayams balance the Five Pranas in the body and play a vital role in healing the mind.

Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy can provide you with the vital key to break the stress cycle of everyday modern life. Hip baths, Steam and Sauna along with Mud packs help to rejuvenate the nervous system and improve the circulation.

Naturopathic Management

Diet

Fresh green vegetables, some fresh fruits, whole cereals and beans well cooked, unroasted seeds, sprouted seeds and soy protein, to supply whole protein to the body. Avoid any processed food, artificial colors, stimulant food, canned food, dairy products, meats, eggs, fish and smoking. Special attention should be paid to avoid food that may cause allergic reaction, tiredness, heaviness or any other uncomfor table or adverse feelings. The

Massage therapy
Massage is one of the oldest healing techniques

used to help us overcome psychological and physical health problem. Our skin has millions of nerve receptors that are linked to our nervous syst em. When the sk in is massaged, it causes stimulation and release of serotonin like of

amount of protein should be calculated according to the behaviour of the patient. In hyperactivity, aggression, violence-yang conditions about 0.5 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight is

chemicals in the brain that help reduce stress, anxiet y and depression. Therapeutic massage promotes relaxation and improves circulation thereby improving the feel good factor .

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Ram nama
Chanting Gods name improves one's faith in the self, as the mind comes in tune with the rhythm of nature.

Music therapy
Music therapy has been used in a range of ways to

treat depression. The Raga form is a perfect distillation between physical, emotional, spiritual and intellectual energies. Once involved in this form of music there are proven benefits in your day to day health, increasing life span and memory skills. Even your outlook in life changes with greater spiritual and emotional satisfaction. Raga Malhar pacifies anger, excessive mental excitements and mental instability. Raga Saurat and raga Jaijaivanti have also been found effective in curing mental disorders and calming the mind.

Colour Therapy

Colour therapy or Chromo therapy is meant to balance an individual who lacks energy due to an emotional, spiritual, physical or mental problem. The way we deal with stress and our feelings are directly affected by our hormones as well as the brain chemicals circulating in our body. Coloured light travels to the pituitar y, the master gland of the endocrine system affecting our entire metabolism. Our mental state is also directly related to the quality of the light we receive through our eyes. Certain colours calm our minds, while other stimulates mental activity. Begin colour therapy for depression with blue light, while for the depression symptoms due to SAD (seasonal affective disorder) exposure to white light is advisable. Total holistic approach to life style disorders like

Depression will help us deal with it effectively without the use of drugs or chemicals and help us get closer to the nature, which in turn will help us understand and know ourselves better !!

Junior Naturopath National Institute of Naturopathy 6, Tadiwala Road, Pune 411001.
Email : [email protected]
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ne of the most important systems of the human body is the skeletal system. The main component of the skeletal system is the bone. The human body has 206 bones. Bones are a form of connective tissue, reinforced with calcium and bone cells. Bones have a softer centre, called marrow, where blood cells are made. The main functions of the skeleton include support, movement and protection of vulnerable internal organs. Our bones are very strong and still susceptible to injury, which may cause a bone to fracture. A fracture is the medical term for a broken bone. Fractures occur when the physical force exerted on the bone is stronger than the bone itself. As we age, our bones become more brittle and we are more likely to suffer fractures from falls that would not occur when we were young. Even before caveman Grogg picked up a club and began to hunt, humans have suffered from fractures. As humankind became more aware of injuries and how to treat them, certain people accepted the responsibility of keeping and using that knowledge to heal. In tribal cultures, that person was and often still is a medicine man or bonesetter.
Dr. Gangadhar Varma

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physiology and treatment

History of Fracture treatment

It is very interesting to note that Hugh Owen Thomas, whose memory is honoured even today as the Father of Orthopaedics in England, was a traditional bonesetter. Sir James Paget, famous orthopaedic surgeon of the 19 century, recognised that there was actually some value in many of the manipulations performed by the bonesetters. In a lecture Cases that Bone-Setters Cure, published in the British Medical Journal in 1867, Paget stated Few of you are likely to practice without having a bonesetter for a rival; and if he can cure a case which you have failed to cure, his fortune may be made and yours marred.
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A fracture is the medical term for a broken bone. Fractures occur when the physical force exerted on the bone is stronger than the bone itself. As we age, our bones become more brittle and we are more likely to suffer fractures from falls that would not occur when we were young.
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Learn then to imitate what is good and avoid what is bad in the practice of bonesetters.

Types of Fractures

Causes and Factors

Normally, people suffer from a fracture as a result of them having performed an activity that subjected the bone to excessive pressure, stress, or a deep impact. For example, a fall, Road traffic accident etc. Common sites for bone fractures include the wrist, ankle and hip. Hip fractures occur most often in elderly people. The medical conditions such as osteopenia, osteoporosis, bone marrow cancer, bone cyst or inherited bone disorders etc. weaken the bones to such an extent that trivial impact can also cause the bones to fracture. These fractures are different from normal fractures, in that the impact involved in causing the fracture is rather trivial, of less severity. These fractures are also known as pathologic fractures.

The most common way to classify bone fractures is on the basis of different features of a fracture. An open fracture is one in which the bone breaks through the skin; it may then recede back into the wound. The bone may or may not be visible through the skin. Also known as simple fracture, a closed fracture is when the bone breaks but there is no puncture or open wound in the skin. This is an important difference from a closed fracture because with an open fracture there is a risk of a deep bone infection. The two pieces of the bone, resulting from the fracture, completely separate from each other. The two pieces of the bone, resulting from the fracture are still joined to some extent. The nature of the fracture splits the bone into multiple pieces. It commonly occurs to the bones of the spine. Compression of two bones and may be caused by falling into a standing or sitting position. It is a common overuse injury. It is most often seen in athletes who run and jump on hard surfaces such as runners, ballet dancers and basketball players.
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Open fracture

Closed fracture

Complete fracture

Incomplete fracture

Age : Old age people are more susceptible to

Factors affecting bone fractures are as follows:

fractures, since their bones are brittle; children rarely suffer from fractures, since their bones are flexible.

Multi-fragmentary fracture Compression fracture Stress fracture

Health : Regular and good Diet habits with proper

exercise greatly affect the health of the bones, and hence it makes less susceptible to bone fractures.

Occupation : Athletes, sportsperson are more prone
than people with sedentary jobs, housewives, etc.

Nature of impact : The amount and direction of

force or pressure that the bone was subjected to decides the fracture.
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In this the fracture is parallel to the bones long axis. In this the fracture is at a right angle to the bones long axis.

Linear fracture

Transverse fracture Oblique fracture Spiral fracture

heal themselves due to the deposition of bone by osteoblasts. It also indicates that pressure acting on a particular bone tends to increase the thickness of the bone over time and helps better healing of bone fractures. There are three major phases of fracture healing : Soon after fracture, the blood vessels constrict, stopping any further bleeding. Within a few hours after fracture, the extra vascular blood cells form a blood clot, known as a hematoma. Within this same area, the fibroblasts survive and replicate. They form a loose aggregate of cells, interspersed with small blood vessels, known as granulation tissue. Days after fracture, the periosteal cells proximal and distal to the fracture gap develop into hyaline cartilage and woven bone. These two unite to the counter parts and start mineralizing. Then the lamellar bone replaces the hyaline cartilage and woven bone. At this point, the mineralized matrix is penetrated by channels, each containing a micro vessel and numerous osteoblasts. This new lamellar bone is replaced by trabecular bone, restoring most of the bones original strength. This process substitutes the trabecular bone with compact bone. The trabecular bone is first resorbed by osteoclasts, creating a shallow resorption pit known as a Howships lacuna. Then osteoblasts deposit compact bone within the resorption pit. The remodelling phase takes 3 to 5 years depending on factors such as age or general condition. Naturopathy is a drugless system of Medicine. It believes that healing means restoration to a normal condition. Cure does not come from outside but from inside. The principles of naturopathy say that Body heals itself. The nature is the best healer and the naturopathy physician is the one who should provide an environment for healing. Orthopaedicsurgeons, naturopaths, ayurvedic doctors and bone
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1. Reactive phase

In this the fracture is diagonal to a bones long axis.

This is when a twisting force is applied to a bone, resulting in long curvy edges of the broken bones, like a spiral. Symptoms of bone fractures can range from a mild bone pain to severe bruising, bleeding, and inability to move the part of the body. Pain is due to pain signals from the injured bone in response to pressure on the bone fracture. Swelling is due to injury to local blood vessels and also the action of the cells of immune system of the body. Inability to walk is after an injury to the weight bearing bones of the body, mainly the bones of the lower limb. Instability is when the bone fracture is near a joint and causes the joint to dislocate. Inability to breath is in the case of rib fractures, where a sharp stabbing pain can be felt at each breath.
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Symptoms

2. Reparative phase

3. Remodeling Phase

Bone tissue is structurally very hard. When the forces are applied like a sudden fall, it results in a bone fracture. The bone has a dynamic nature and adjusts to the changing loads of weight bearing and physical stress. This ability of bones is due to the constant erosion of bone by osteoclasts and deposition of new bone by osteoblasts. Thus, after a bone fracture, the bones have an intrinsic ability to
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Physiology of Healing Fractures

Treatment

physiology and treatment
CHINESE WOODEN SPLINTS
looser one is applied. For open fractures the wounds are dressed before the splints are applied.

Rules for putting bandages
.

1.

At

least

one

joint

distal

to of

the

injury

is

immobilized.

Immobilization

both

joints,

proximal and distal to the injury, is often beneficial, if the fracture is below the elbow or the knee.

2. 3.

Prior to immobilization, deformity is corrected

and fractures are reduced.

Th e e x t re m i t y i s p a d d e d t o p reven t s k i n and neurovascular compression.

breakdown

Incisions or wounds are covered with a sterile dressing. Bony prominences (e.g., the posterior aspect of the heel and malleoli) and areas where nerves pass over bone (e.g., the medial elbow and the fibular neck) are protected with extra padding,

setters set the bones but actual healing is done by the body itself. As a matter of principle the Traditional bone setter or Naturopath believes that a broken bone should be reduced and kept in a fixed position to prevent further damage and allow healing to take place. The first step taken is direct manipulation (reduction). The basis for this is to reduce the fracture to its anatomical position. As a matter of principle the broken bone should be reduced and kept in a fixed position to prevent further damage and allow healing to take place. Stabilisation is achieved by the application of a traditional splint, fixed traction, anti-rotation devices, scales etc. The traditional splint is made from pieces of bamboo stick woven together with thread. This is bandaged directly over the fracture site. The physician emphasises proper application of the splint. It should not be too loose or too tight. A loose splint will not serve any purpose, while a tight one may cause pain, swelling and suppuration of the underlying tissues. If the patient complains that the cast is too tight or if the fingers or toes become cold, white or blue, the splint is removed and a new
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Healing duration
It has been observed that fractures in children take one month to heal, those in a middle-aged patient two months and those in old people three months. A properly united fracture is defined as,

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absence of gaps between the broken fragments, no shortening deformity, and return of painless, easy movements. A broken arm should be kept in a splint for about a month, and no force put on it for another month. A broken leg should remain in the splint for about 2 months. The splint is removed every 15 days and again wrapped until there is clinical union of the fractures.

can be instituted by the Naturopath such as gentle walks, passive limb movement etc.

Conclusion
Although this is a long traditional practice, with the known fact that bones repair by its own. Institutionally qualified Naturopathy doctors are not able to practice bone setting management, perhaps due to lack of practical training during their

Physical Rehabilitation
Physical rehabilitation after fracture healing to prevent joint fibrosis and to regain full mobility of the affected limb should be emphasized. Once the fracture site has become less painful, a walking stick or locally made crutches are used for support and to aid mobilization in the lower limb. For upper limb fractures, patients are allowed to mobilize with the limb in the most convenient position. In some centers, a collar sling fashioned from a piece of old cloth or thread is used for additional support until union is achieved. Simple rehabilitation exercises

undergraduate course. The Naturopathic institutes or hospitals have no separate bone setting clinic or unit, except Government Ayurveda College,

Trivandrum, Kerala. This ar ticle is an attempt to create awareness about the forgotten science of natural bone healing.

Lecturer SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, Ujire, Dakshin Kannada, Karnataka
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Introduction of

Yoga
Deepash Vats
and

most of us not really know 'what is YOGA?' Yogic science has several concepts, methods

W

e all know the word 'YOGA' but unfortunately

regulations which are very much essential to each and every one. It should be clearly understood that, Yoga is a real source to lead a healthy life. The origin of yoga is very old and has much traditional value.

The first chapter of yoga sutra is the chapter of concentration and is intended for the advance practitioner; it deals with experiences just preciding Samadhi. It has 51 yoga sutras.

Samadhi Pada

Sadhana Pada

We dont k now exac tly the origin of yoga but about 300 AD Maharshi Patanjli wrote

It is the second chapter of yoga sutra, which is based on practices. It is for the novice and to explain how to begin? It has 55 yoga sutras.

Vibhuti Pada

traditional text of YOG which is popularly known as '

Yog Sutra' .

Patanjali
the first

Th i s

is

authoritative tex t of Yoga. I n merely 196 aphorisms, Patanjali expounds p rofo u n d a most brilliant and text

It is the third chapter and speaks of miraculous power and caution against them. It has 56 yoga sutras.

p h i l o s o p hy.

Th i s

consists four chapters called P ADAS.

It is the fourth chapter which explain the state of Kaivalya, the apex of yoga, or final liberation. It has 36 sutras.
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According to Marshi Patanjali,

3. Asana

""`moJ: {MÎm d¥{V {ZamoY:''
The mind is capable of five basic functions or modifications (vruttis). They either cause pain or pleasure. These are, Pramana - A correct knowledge, Viparyaya - A wrong knowledge, Vikalpa - Fancy imagination, Nidra - Sleepiness and Smriti - Memory. For the elimination of these vrittis, Patanjli has explained Ashtanga Yog. This ' Ashtanga Yog' helps in developing good health not only Physical but also Mental and Spiritual. In Ashtanga Yog, there is eight folds of path, first four are called 'Bahirang Yog' (external practice) and rest four parts is known as Antarang Yog (internal practice). The eight folds of 'Ashtanga Yog' are : It means the universal commands and these are Ahimsa - Non-Violence, Satya - Truth and honesty, Asteya - Non stealing, Brahmacharya - Self Control and Aprigraha - Non receiving.

The third stage is 'asana', which means 'posture'. According to Maharshi Patanjali,

Sthira means 'stability' and Sukham means 'comfort'. In general, we can say that any posture that is steady and comfortable is Asana. Even though it starts with body, its purpose is to train the mind. In second definition Patanjali says, while doing asanas, efforts should be minimum. That means, without any competition one should practice asana. According to Swatamaram ji, ''Performance of asana should result not only in stability but also the feeling of lightness in the body.'' This is the fourth stage of 'Ashtanga Yog'. Pranayama means expansion of 'Prana' or breath. Prana means 'breath' and Ayam means 'expansion'. According to Patanjali,

""pñWa_ gwI_ AmgZ_''

4. Pranayama

1. Yama

""Vpñ_Ýg{V ûdmgàûdmg`moJ©{V{dÀN>oX: àmUm`m_:''

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2. Niyama

V aluable

It means the personal discipline and these are, Saucha : Purification of body and mind. Santosh : Contentment or a feeling of total satisfaction. This can be achieved by the positive attitude. Tapas : Any practice of self - conditioning is called Tapas. It involves strict discipline and hard work to achieve a goal in life. Swadhyaya : It means the study of such literature, that should give peace to the mind like reading or reciting mantras (prayers). Ishwarapranidhana : That is total surrender to the God.

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is abdomen (below umbilicus). It is associated with Mooladhara Chakra.
Udana:

This vital force helps in

expression and communication and its area of activity is head and the neck. It is associated with Vishuddhi Chakra.

5. Pratyahara
Controlling the sensory organs is called Prathayara, it s a stage of self examination.

6. Dharna
This is the stage of concentration, all the sense organs are focused on one object. This can be achieve through a prolonged practice. In this,
'Svasa'

and

'Prasvasa'

means 'inhaling' and

'exhaling' and movement.

'Gativichhed'

means 'pause' in the

7. Dhyana
This is the second last stage of 'Ashtanga
Yog ' .

It

happens naturally after a mastery over Dharna. It According to Swatama ram ji, there are eight types of Pranayama. Each Pranayama has three stages first is 'Puraka' means inhalation, second is 'Kumbhaka' means Pause and third is 'Rechaka' means means 'Meditation' . There are many techniques of meditation. The basic principle of meditation is to develop internal awareness and it involves control over the mental function.

exhalation. Control of breathing with the help of these three techniques is Pranayama. The vital life force is responsible for the various functions being carried out within our body. There are five basic functions. The five basic aspects of Prana shakti are as follows :
Prana: This vital force is the source of respiration

8. Samadhi
It means 'to bring together or to merge' . It is the highest level of meditation, where the object of meditation and the meditator becomes one. If we follow Ashtanga Yog steps, then Yoga is definitely a complete package. Correct regular yoga practice is required. It keeps you physically fit, mentally alert, emotionally balanced and spiritually developed. Yama and Niyama teach us rules and regulation brings to lead in a disciplined body and life. Asana

and is associated with Anahata Chakra and its area of activity is from nose to the chest.
Samana: This vital force controls the activity of

digestion and its area of activity is the abdomen (above the umbilicus). It is associated with Manipura Chakra.
Va y a n a :

silence

the

Pranayama,

Prathayara/Dharna/Dhyana brings silence in mind & emotions.

This vital force car ries out blood

circulation all over the body and its area is basically whole body. It is associated with Swadhisthana Chakra.
Apana: This vital force helps in taking out the

waste products from the body and its area of activity

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Blood pressure (BP) is the hydrostatic pressure exerted by blood on the walls of a blood vessel. Hypertension means high blood pressure (tension) in the arteries. It does not mean excessive emotional stress, although emotional stress and tension can temporarily increase blood pressure. Hypertension or persistently high blood pressure is defined as systolic blood pressure of 140 mmHg or greater and diastolic blood pressure of 90 mm Hg or greater. A. i) Normal-Systolic<130 mm Hg/Diastolic<85 mm Hg. ii) High-normal -Systolic 130-139 mm Hg/ Diastolic 85-89 mm Hg. iii) Hypertension -Systolic 140 or greater/ Diastolic 90 or greater. There are four stages of hypertension : Stage 1-Systolic 140-159 mm Hg/ Diastolic 90-99 mm Hg. Stage 2-Systolic 160-179 mm Hg/Diastolic 100-109 mm Hg. Stage 3-Systolic 180-209 mm Hg/Diastolic 110-119 mmHg. Stage 4-Systolic 210 or higher/Diastolic 120 or higher.
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B. i)Normal blood pressure-120/80 mm Hg.
ii) Pre-hypertension-blood pressure

120/80 and139/89 mmHg. iii) Hypertension-140/90mm Hg or above.

-between

obesity, very low sodium diet or moderate sodium restriction.

Risk Factor Modification: Smoking should be strictly
discouraged. Energetic treatment of hyperlipidaemia (elevated concentration of lipids in the plasma) should be done.

Blood pressure persistently above 140/90 mm of Hg is usually treated with life style modifications and medication.
The following life style changes are effective in managing hypertension are : 1. Losing weight. 2. Limiting alcohol intake. 3. Doing yoga and exercise. 4. Reduce intake of sodium (salt). 5. Maintaining recommended dietary intake of potassium, calcium, and magnesium. 6. No smoking. 7. Managing stress. Many patients can be satisfactorily treated with a single antihypertensive drug. More aggressive treatment may be recommended in certain circumstances which includes:

Treatment of Hypertension

Exercise and Relaxation : Regular exercise improves

1. Life style Modification

physical fitness and can lower blood pressure, Formal relaxation classes, meditation and biofeedback (process of furnishing an individual with information on the state of one or more physiologic variables such as heart rate, skin temp) have all been showing to reduce blood pressure.

4. Yogic techniques

Asanas : Pawanmuktasana part 1, Ananda
madirasana, Siddhasana, Shavasana, Vajrasana, Shashankasana, Padmasana, Suryanamaskara and all relaxation poses. Sheetkari, Ujjayi and Bhramari.

Pranayama : Nadi shodhana stages 1 and 2, Sheetali, Mudra : Nasagra mudra Others : Yoga nidra Meditation practices: Ajapa japa, Kundalini kriyas
(part of the practices of kriya yoga), Nada sanchalana (conducting the sound consciousness), Pawan sanchalana (conducting the breath consciosness), Sabda sanchalana (conducting the word consciousness).

2. Anti hypertensive Drug Therapy

1. Borderline diastolic pressure in association with
end-organ damage.

2. Factors that increase the risk of cardiovascular 3. Patients with hypertension may also have a co-

disease, such as age over 65years, smoking, elevated blood fats, diabetes. existing, second medical condition. In such cases, one particular class of antihypertensive medication may be chosen as the first line approach. The idea in these cases is to control the hypertension while also benefiting the second condition.

The Construct of Yoga Nidra
Yoga is one pointed awareness and nidra is sleep. Yoga nidra belongs to higher stages of raja yoga, since it is essentially a method of Pratyahara. It is one aspect of Pratyahar which leads to higher stages of concentration and Samadhi. The science of yoga nidra was develop by Swami Satyananda Saraswati. It is derived from tantras. It is a systematic method of inducing complete physical, mental and emotional relaxation. It is often
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3. General measures
Diet : Reducing alcohol
consumption, correcting
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referred as psychic sleep or deep relaxation with inner awareness. A systematic rotation of consciousness in the body which originated from tantric practices of nyasa (meaning to place or to take the mind to that point). In this light, the emergence of Yoga Nidra relaxation as a safe, effective and inexpensive treatment for mild to moderate hypertension is most encouraging both for doctors and the community at large. In more severe or long standing cases Yoga nidra is a useful adjunct therapy, enabling a high proportion of patients to significantly reduce or even discontinue their medications. Hypertension is a stress-related psychosomatic disorder. Stress is the most frequent cause of hypertension which causes widespread damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and brain which may occur after the prolonged elevation of blood pressure through the arterial network for months or years. As Yoga nidra is a complete relaxation method, it is the most suitable method to reduce stress. As a result of these studies, yogic relaxation is becoming the treatment of first choice in the management of newly diagnosed mild hypertension, while in more severe or unresponsive cases, its use as an adjunct to conventional drug therapy enables dosages and side effects to be reduced.

3) To evaluate the effects of relaxation practice on hypertension, the patients were taught the preliminary form of Yoga Nidra, called Shavasana.
The majority of patients showed definite symptomatic improvement after 3 weeks training. Headache, giddiness, nervousness, irritability and insomnia disappeared in almost everyone. Other symptoms became less severe, and a general increase in subject levels of wellbeing was reported. Significant decreases in blood pressure and/or drug dosages were obtained in 52 percent patients. The researchers concluded that this therapy opens a new avenue in the management of hypertension.

Research Studies and Results

4) Immediate effects of Yoga nidra on heart rate and blood pressure- Yoga nidra is one of the special

1) The drop in blood pressure induced by daily Yoga nidra practice has a far reaching effect, extending throughout the day, and not merely a transient effect coincident with the practice session. 2) It has been found that reductions in blood pressure and anxiety levels in hypertensive patients continued for 12 months after Yoga Nidra training.

relaxation techniques of yoga. It is concluded that 20 minutes of Yoga nidra practice can reduce HR (Heart rate), PR (Pulse rate), RR(Respiratory rate and BP (Blood pressure) in normal subjects. This may be due to a normalization of autonomic cardiovascular rhythms as a result of increased vagal modulation, and /or decreased sympathetic activity. The reduction in HR, PR, RR and BP signifies reduction in oxygen consumption and work done by the heart. Further

Parameters of Practice
Duration of practice: It generally lasts for twenty to forty minutes. Place of practice : Quiet room with closed doors and windows. Position during practice : Lie down in shavasana. Do’s during practice : Listen to the instructions and follow them mentally. Don’ts during practice : Control over breath and sleep.
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Complete Scheme
Preparation. Relaxation. Resolve. Rotation of consciousness. Body awareness. Breathing. Feelings and sensations. Inner space. Visualization. Resolve. End of practice.
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studies are required to understand possible mechanisms underlying this beneficial effect of Yoga nidra. enabling a more fruitful therapeutic relationship to develop.

5) Effect of Yoga nidra on hypertension - A study conducted to

Conclusion
The effectiveness of Yoga nidra in lowering the elevated blood pressure levels of hypertensive patients has been valiated in numerous clinical studies. The practice is now widely prescribed by doctors in several countries for patients suffering from mild to moderate hypertension. In more severe or long standing cases, Yoga nidra is a useful adjunct therapy, enabling a high proportion of patients to significantly reduce or even discontinue their medications. Only a small percentage of subjects fail to respond to this practice.
Ph.D Scholar, Dept. of Yogic Science, Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Odhisa

find out the effect of Yoga nidra on Hypertension. Practice time was 30 minutes and the duration was fifteen days. Forty people suffering with mild hypertension (30 males and 10 females) were taken for the study. Where the males were businessman and females were house wives. The result shows a significant change as Yoga nidra positively decrease the blood pressure (both systolic and diastolic) as well as pulse rate, respiration rate, stress, anger and fear. Whereas no significant change shown at the depression level.

6) Yoga Nidra & Old Age -Yogic relaxation through Yoga Nidra helps elderly people overcome many of the specific psychological difficulties related to old age, according to a study conducted in a French Geriatric Hospital. Elderly people may confront a variety of difficulties, including loss of confidence, lowered self-esteem, depression, unmet dependency needs, loneliness, boredom and fear of the future. The French researchers concluded that Yoga Nidra is especially helpful for those elderly patients who habitually transfer their psychological difficulties into physical symptoms and complaints associated with their advancing age. These patients unconsciously transform themselves into a state of rapid physical and mental deterioration, unless their self-destructive coping mechanism is modified. The elderly patients who learned and practiced Yoga nidra on a daily basis were more capable of recognizing a confident, active and independent lifestyle, and a bright outlook towards the future. In addition, physicians participating in the study reported that Yoga nidra improved their patients ability to communicate about their personal and situational difficulties, thus
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(also called PMT or premenstrual tension) is a collective term given to physical and emotional symptoms related to a womans menstrual cycle. While most women of child-bearing age (up to 85%) report having experienced physical symptoms

P

remenstrual syndrome (PMS)

related to normal ovulatory function, such as bloating or breast tenderness. Medical definition of PMS is limited to a consistent pattern of emotional and physical symptoms occurring only during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle that are of sufficient severity to interfere with some aspects of life. In
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particular, emotional symptoms must be present consistently to diagnose PMS. The specific emotional and physical symptoms attributable to PMS vary from woman to woman, but each individual womans pattern of symptoms is predictable, occurs consistently during the ten days prior to menses, and vanishes either shortly before or shortly after the start of menstrual flow.

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Causes
l At
first, some medical professionals believed that changing progesterone levels alone could account for a womans mood, behavior, and physical changes during the luteal phase (or second half ) of the menstrual c ycle. Progesterone interacts with certain

Risk factors
u u u u u u

blood sugar, may affect alcohol tolerance and trigger the craving for sweets, especially simple sweets like candy and soda, that some women notice during the premenstrual phase. Such sweet foods break down very quickly in the body, so that blood sugar first goes up and

High caffeine intake Stress may precipitate condition Increasing age History of depression Family history Dietary factors

parts of the brain that deal with relaxation. New studies suggest that other hormones and chemical changes may also be at work.

then drops down low. Episodes of low blood sugar may contribute to both crying spells and the irritability that are part of PMS. Additionally, low levels of vitamin A, vitamin B6, and vitamin E may play a role in PMS.

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Many women with premenstrual syndrome

retain water. This may occur because of cycling in hormones that affect the kidneys, the organs that control the balance of water and salt in the body. Fluid overload may cause some of the symptoms of PMS, especially swelling and weight gain, and may also aggravate some negative self perceptions and thus worsen emotional symptoms at this stage of the menstrual cycle.

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Hormonal cycling also affects the level of

serotonin, a brain chemical that regulates many functions, including mood swing and sensitivity to pain. Compared to women who do not have PMS, some women who experience PMS have lower levels of serotonin in their brains prior to their periods. Low serotonin levels are commonly associated with depression.

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may

also

be

a

factor

in

PMS.

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Another theory explaining PMS involves

Progesterone, which affects insulin and levels of

inflammatory substances called prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are produced in the areas where PMS symptoms originate, namely, breast, brain, reproductive tract, kidney and gastrointestinal tract. This suggests they may play a role in problems such as cramping, breast tenderness, gas, diarrhoea, and constipation.

Symptoms
PMS often includes both physical and emotional symptoms, but they may vary.

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Acne Swollen or tender breasts Feeling tired Trouble sleeping Upset stomach, bloating Headache or backache Appetite changes or food cravings Joint or muscle pain Trouble with concentration or memory Tension, irritability, mood swings or crying spells Anxiety or depression

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Nature Cure

1. Hydrotherapy
Hydrotherapy can help to a great extent to relieve the symptoms of Pre Menstrual Syndrome. Enema can be useful to relieve various symptoms like,

4. Castor Oil Packs
For cramping and pain, dampen a cloth with castor oil and apply to the abdomen. Cover with woolen wrap, and then apply a heating pad over this pack. Apply for 45-60 min, then remove.

bloating and fullness of abdomen, constipation etc. Different therapeutic bath like sitz bath, hip bath, immersion bath, hot arm and foot bath will help to relax and rejuvenate the body. Packs like cold abdomen pack and mud pack are also beneficial.

5. Exercise
Various studies show that regular exercise help to reduce the symptoms of PMS. Exercising releases endorphins, the body s chemicals which are responsible for increased feelings of well being. Every week, one should perform:

2. Manipulative Therapies
Massage is very good to relax the body, physically and improves the blood circulation. Acupressure and reflexology can also be employed for relaxation.

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150 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity.

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75 minutes of vigorous aerobic physical activity or a combination of moderate and vigorousintensity activity.

3. Diet Restriction
Avoid Junk food, sweets, cakes, chocolates, sugar in tea and coffee and refined flour products, caffeinated drinks like coffee, tea and soft drinks. Alcohol and Non- veg, fried food in saturated fats, butter and salt should be avoided.

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Muscle-strengthening activities on 2 or more days.

A daily walk is very beneficial in combating PMS. Relaxation exercises, dancing and swimming are some of physical activities which women with premenstrual symptoms find helpful.

Diet Therapy
Nutrient
Calcium

Benefit
Calcium supplementation has been shown to reduce PMS symptoms. It gives an additional benefit of promoting better skeletal health. Magnesium supplementation may reduce premenstrual symptoms related to mood changes. Vitamin E supplementation helps in the treatment of mastalgia (breast pain), premenstrual anxiety and depression. Zinc supplementation plays an important role in reducing PMS - related depression and irritability. Calcium and vitamin D may reduce the risk of PMS. Magnesium and vitamin B6 help in the reduction of mild premenstrual anxiety-related symptoms. Long-chain fatty acids such as evening primrose oil, black currant oil and borage seed oil have been suggested for relief in PMS symptoms.

Food sources
Milk, cheese and green vegetables. Green vegetables cereals. and

Magnesium Vitamin E Zinc Combination of nutrients Long-chain fatty acids

Vegetable oils and green vegetables. Beans, nuts, certain seafood and whole grains. Fruits and Green leafy Vegetables. Nuts, seeds, oils like soyabean oil, rapeseed oil, linseed oil, flaxseed oil.
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6. Acupuncture Although there is no scientific evidence for the use of acupuncture for PMS, acupuncturists often treat PMS well. Acupuncturists treat people with PMS based on an individualized assessment of the excesses and deficiencies of 'Qi' located in various meridians. In the case of PMS, a 'Qi' deficiency is usually detected in the liver and spleen meridians. Treatment may include moxibustion (a technique in which the herb 'Artemisia Vulgaris' is burned over specific acupuncture points). 7. Yogic Management Yoga helps in controlling the stress levels. Asanas like Setubandhasana, Pawanmuktasanas, Shalabhasana, Tadasana, Bhujangasana and Suryanamaskar can be practiced daily to maintain good health. Pranayama, breathing exercises and some cleansing practices (shat-kriya) like Neti and Kunjal will help a lot. 'Om' meditation and Relaxation techniques will aid to relax physically and psychologically as well. 8. Lifestyle changes If your PMS isnt so bad that you need to see a doctor, some lifestyle changes may help you feel better. Below are some steps you can take that may help ease your symptoms. l Eat healthy food, such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains. l Avoid salt, sugary foods, caffeine and alcohol, especially during PMS symptoms. l Get enough sleep. Try to get about 8 hours of sleep each night. l Find healthy ways to cope with stress. Talk to your friends, perform light exercise. Some women try reading or writing etc. Some find yoga, massage and relaxation therapy helpful. 9. Chiropractice Studies suggest that chiropractic spinal manipulation may help women with PMS. Women with PMS have been found to have a higher rate of spine-related problems, such as
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tenderness and muscle weakness, than those who do not have PMS. In one study, researchers found that women with PMS had a significant decrease in symptoms after receiving spinal manipulation and soft tissue therapy compared to those who did not get chiropractic treatment. Maintaining overall general health and by keeping stress at bay, you can avoid the symptoms and can stay healthy and cheerful during menses.

Junior Naturopath National Institute of Naturopathy 6, Tadiwala Road, Pune 411001.
Email : [email protected]

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editation is one such technique that helps to purify, control and slowdown the mind and its modifications (våittis) by skill (kauçala) and regular practice (abhyäsa). The process of meditation begins with concentration (ekägratä) and focused attention (dhäraëä) on the chosen object and dhyâna happens only when mind becomes effortlessly and continuously one-pointed like the flow of oil poured from one vessel into another. The system of Yoga contends that the world of matter and the world of mind are not two different worlds. Material world is a part of the world of mind. Matter is grossified form of mind. When the real nature of the mind is known, it no longer deludes the Self. Then the Self alone shines in its own glory. The mind gets illuminated by that shine pure to the core. The regular practice of meditation provides calmness of mind, slowness in the flow of thoughts and further leads to purification of mind by release of all knots and blocks in the subtle layers of mind. Meditation helps to address all the unresolved patterns, issues, fears and phobias deep within the subconscious field. In this technique, willpower plays an important role. Through the exercise of willpower, the mind consciously and deliberately cultivates a single thought to the exclusion of all other thoughts. Meditation begins with concentration on single object and culminates in absorption in that object. Absorption reveals the subtle nature of the object. By knowing it, one can know the reality of subtle entities in the universe. This is schematically presented in the chart.
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attaining the Kingdom of Heaven within. Longing for this goal distinguishes a human individual from the subhuman beings says Sri Ramakrishna. The goal of meditation is the cessation of all miseries through the realization of the indwelling Self, or Puruñhâ, which is Pure Consciousness. The yoga system maintains that the cause of all miseries is ignorance, which deludes the Self, and entangles it in the world of matter. This entanglement is essentially of the mind, and the remedy lies in disentangling the Self from the world of matter and the world of mind. This is only possible through the knowledge of Reality. The aim of meditation is to find the Reality. Meditation leads to Self realization. The seers of the Vedas mention four goals of life: knowledge of the right and wrong ( dharma ), worldly prosperity (artha), fulfillment of legitimate desires (kama) and Self-Knowledge (mokñha). Self knowledge is the consummation of all the other goals. According to Upaniñhads, in this state, the dualities of subject and object, knower and known, seer and seen, all merge in the indescribable expanse of the Absolute. Consciousness of time and space obliterate, and the fetters of causality broken for forever. No sacrifice is too great to achieve this goal; no effort in this venture is ever lost or wasted. All scriptures of Yoga and Vedanta emphasize on this goal which is the goal of all goals in human life.
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The goal of meditation is complete absorption in the object of meditation (Samâdhi), finally leading to communion or union with the Ultimate Reality. Different systems of thoughts and philosophies call it by different names: liberation - Mokñha, beatific vision of divine nirvana, awakening, enlightment Kaivalya, Self knowledge or knowledge of Brahman,
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The benefits of meditation are threefold: physical, psychological and spiritual. Meditation enables the physical and psychic energies to flow into creative, constructive channels instead of burning out in destructive forms. Mind gains the poise, peace, naturalness, serenity, stability of emotions, conservation of energy, and a capacity to bear the frustrations and the ups and downs of the life. Meditation addresses all the unresolved issues and notions of subconscious. Meditation brings about complete behavioral transformation. A new worldview induces a new quality of consciousness, which leads to change in interpersonal relationships. Meditation teaches to act and not to react. Meditation awakens the dormant powers of the mind. Just as a vast amount of energy is hidden in an atom, so too is there a vast reservoir of energy hidden in the depths of our psyche. The sacred texts of Yoga call this sleeping power of the mind
kundaléni.

Benefits of meditation

agitated voice, relaxed and kindly appearance, a tension-free gait, grace and charm in all actions. In the words of Çvetäçvatara Upaniñhad, The first signs of entering in yoga and meditation are lightness, health, absence of desire, a good complexion, a beautiful voice, a fragrance of the body and less excretions. Swami Vivekananda says, Such is the power of yoga and meditation that even the least of it will bring a great amount of benefit. It will not hurt anyone but will benefit everyone. It will calm down the nervous excitement, bring peace, enables to see things more clearly.

Medical Director, ANANDKUNJ Shivambu Yoga and Nature-cure Hospital, # 13, Sane Guruji Vasahat, Washi naka road, Kolhapur - 416 012, Maharashtra
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Life becomes blessed when the kundaléni is awakened. Practitioner attains certain powers known as siddhis. Using the power of the mind, human beings have been able to achieve great wonders in the realm of science and technology. It is the same power of the mind that makes impossible things possible in the realm of spirituality. The story of the evolution of life is the story of the manifestation of mental powers. The mind being clear and free from conflicts becomes more effective and efficient. Meditation brings spiritual illumination which liberates the Self from the trappings of the body-mind complex. Meditation is the only way to Self-Knowledge, and SelfKnowledge can put an end to all the sorrows and sufferings of the life. A large number of scientific studies have shown positive development in self-actualization, creativity, empathy, reaction time, memory and intelligence, concentration and attention, improved performance in perceptual and motor skills, cognitive abilities following meditation. It is also observed that the experienced meditators have unNisargopachar Varta : April 2012

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NINs Multifaceted Services and Monthly Activities ( February 2012)
O.P.D. Clinic: NIN has an OPD clinic with free
consultation services where various Naturopathy treatments are given to the patients at a subsidized rate, i.e., Rs.350/- per week. Naturopathy treatment has become popular in Pune and NINs OPD is attracting large number of patients. Total 4384 patients were treated during this month. 'Nisargopachar Varta' and treatment equipment 'Enema Can' to the needy are also distributed to the participants.

Free Monthly Workshop in Regional Languages: NIN conducts monthly workshop in
regional language on the 3
rd

Saturday of the

month. Free lunch with natural food, Herbal tea/ Lemon juice are provided to each participant. Copies of NINs magazine Nisargopachar Varta and treatment equipment 'Enema Can ' the needy are distributed free of cost.

Yoga Classes : NIN conducts 8 batches of yoga

daily. Four classes in the morning including one batch at 9 am exclusively for women and four in the evening. 186 participants attended the Yoga Classes.

This month a workshop on 'Human Health & Life Style' in Gujarathi was conducted at NIN on 1802-2012. Total participation was 47.

Magazine: NIN publishes a bilingual magazine
in Hindi & English 'Nisargopachar Varta'. 158 subscribers were added during this month.

Sanatorium for HIV+ve Patients:

NIN is running

Health Shop : A Health Shop is run by NIN where

a Sanatorium for HIV +ve Patients at NIVANT , Kaswand, Panchagani, Mahabaleshwar.

Natural food & drinks and products free from chemicals and fertilizers are made available to the public. Also, books on Naturopathy, Yoga & other Health subjects and various instruments used in the treatment of Naturopathy are sold at subsidized rates.

Naturopathy Diet Centre:

NIN is running a

Naturopathy Diet Centre in its premises and providing diet facilities to the general public and patients who visit this institute.

TATC Course :
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Fifty Students are undergoing 1

Weekly Lectures : NIN arranged 4 free guest

year Full Time Treatment Attendant Training ( TATC ) with a monthly stipend of

lectures by eminent speakers on Saturdays on 'Procedures and Benefits' of Naturopathy treatment in different common ailments.

Rs. 3,000/-.

House Surgeoncy :
colleges are Na turopathy Programme Rs. 3500/-. &

8 BNYS internees of different training under

Monthly Workshop: NIN organizes one-day

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workshop with demonstration of procedures on different diseases for general public on the last Saturday of every month. A workshop on 'Health & Fitness Naturally' was conducted on 25/02/ 2012. Total participants were 53. Each participant was charged Rs.50/-. Lunch with Natural food, Herbal tea and Lemon juice is provided to each participant. Copies of NINs magazine

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