Phobias!!!

A phobia is essentially a human being's irrational fear of something -- it could be an object, an animal, a situation or an environment. Such fears are persistent, intense, excessive and unrealistic, which is primarily why phobias are deemed irrational. A clinically phobic person's reactions to what scares him/ her may seem extreme and the fright may not appear to be justified.

Types of phobias

Phobias can be broadly classified into three groups, depending upon the situation that brings on fear:

~ Social phobias: Acute fears involving a host of social situations are collectively classified as social phobias. These fears are often mistaken for just shyness, but in fact involve a constant terror of public humiliation, self-consciousness and of being in the limelight. Someone suffering from a social phobia may either have social anxiety disorder, or then react to a particular social trigger.

Such people often avoid social situations and become particularly uneasy when in the company of unknown people. Fear of public scrutiny may cause the person to avoid people to the extent of not eating in restaurants or using public restrooms. Social phobias seem to run in families. People who have been shy or solitary as children, or who have a history of unhappy or negative social experiences in childhood, seem more likely to develop this disorder.

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~ Specific phobias: These are related to a specific object, animal or insect, people, environment or situation. Presented here are a few common specific phobias:

Cynophobia: Fear of dogs or rabies
Ophidiophobia: Fear of snakes
Batophobia: Fear of height
Tachophobia: Fear of speed
Claustrophobia: Fear of closed spaces
Coulrophobia: Fear of clowns
Latrophobia: Fear of doctors, or of visiting the doctor

~ Agoraphobia: This is a generalised phobia individuals tend to have, of leaving home or a small, familiar comfort zone and of panic that might be brought on by making such a move. This is the only phobia that is treated as a medical condition.

Causes of phobias

Although the definite cause of phobias remains a mystery, these conditions are believed to be at least partly inherited and seem to run in the family. Specific phobias may develop from past experiences, especially in childhood. A bad experience with an object or situation is recorded in the brain by a substance called 'amygdale'. The past encounter invokes fear in a person when faced with a similar situation in the future. Amygdale keeps track of memory and emotions and signals that something is dangerous.

Social phobias also seems to run in families. People who have been shy or solitary as children, or who have a history of unhappy or negative social experiences in childhood, seem more likely to develop this disorder.

Agoraphobia is brought about by similar causes -- a person is likely to become phobic if he/ she has grown up seeing a parent or family member suffering from a phobia. Also, when parents are overcautious and exaggerate danger, children tend to become phobic. Phobias are a little more prevalent in women and very subjective. While some people have a natural tendency to be more cautious, others are bold and uninhibited. When cautiousness rises to the point of sheer panic, there is need for professional help.

Symptoms of phobias

The symptoms of a phobia can be severe and often cause an individual to be caught up in an embarrassing situation. A few of them are outlined here:

~ An individual suffering from a phobia experiences an unexplained, irrational fear of a specific element in his or her surroundings.

~ When the individual in question is suddenly faced with the trigger, he or she will immediately plunge into a state of panic. Severe anxiety may cause the person to escape such a situation at the first opportunity.

~ The individual knows that the fear is irrational, but is unable to control it -- if he/ she is unable to run away from what is feared, he/ she undergoes great distress and trauma.

~ The individual's extreme behaviour interferes with his/ her ability to function normally in any situation. In extreme cases, he/ she is unable to lead a normal life.

~ When the panic attack occurs, the individual is unable to control the fear. There is profuse sweating, palpitation, avoidance behaviour, difficulty breathing, intense anxiety, trembling and hot flushes.

~ Besides irrational fear, the other symptoms of phobic neurosis are physical reactions like headaches, tension, back pain, dizziness and stomach upsets.

Diagnosis of phobias

If you feel that your anxiety is bordering on a phobia, seek professional help at the earliest. When fear begins to interfere with you work and daily routine and relationships, going to a psychiatrist is the only solution. In very few cases, the phobia goes away on its own without professional help. When you go to a psychiatrist, both a physical and psychological evaluation will be conducted. The physical exam can help rule out any physical causes of your anxiety. The psychological exam will tell about your family's history and whether other family members have had phobias. It will also tell the doctor about any experience or trauma that may have triggered the phobia. Then the mental health professional will ask you to explain your symptoms and when and how they occur.

One of the biggest problems with diagnosing a phobia is to distinguish it from other psychological disorders like schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder and paranoia. As there are no laboratory tests for phobias, it makes them very difficult to diagnose.

Most people are able to overcome their phobias at some point or the other. The most common form of treatment is behavioural therapy.

The therapist gradually makes the patient face the object of fear. This is done slowly and tactfully. At the same time, the patient is made to relax. Relaxation techniques include relaxed breathing, muscle relaxation training, self-talk, or soothing guided mental imagery. The two elements of fear and relaxation help the brain neutralise the fear and treat the phobic stimulus as any other object which doesn't induce fright. Sometimes, hypnosis is also used. For temporary relief, the doctor may prescribe anti-anxiety pills or anti-depressants too.

Prevention of phobias

There is are no preventive measures one can take when it comes to phobias. However, it is advisable to reduce anxiety levels if you are naturally inclined to be nervous. To do this, avoid substances that make you high-strung -- these include tea (tannin), coffee and cola drinks (caffeine), cigarettes and other tobacco products (nicotine). To avoid children from becoming prone to phobias, never overemphasise danger. Keep the legendary 'boogeyman' away -- scaring a child can have adverse effects on his/ her psyche.

Treatment of phobias is crucial -- if left untreated, they can lead to other illnesses like other anxiety disorders, depression and substance abuse. It is better to seek help when the problem is small. After all, the only thing we have to fear is fear itself.

Snoring & sugar levels

Dr S Ramnathan Iyer, Consultant Sleep Medicine, Hiranandani Hospital

Sleep and diabetes -- recent links for better management of diabetes

We have often heard that you are what you eat. But isn't it surprising to know that how and when we sleep tells a lot about our overall health. Ironically in most health check ups -- sleep patterns are seldom brought into focus.

Many people suffer from sleep disorders of one kind or the other, little realising that good sleep is essential for good health. Sleep is a metabolic regulator. But with today's fast paced life, sleep deprivation is fast becoming a common complaint. Sleep deprivation (sleep loss) can result in impaired glucose tolerance ,diabetes and obesity. Sleep deprivation also results in snoring and obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA).The prevalence of sleep disordered breathing (snoring and OSA) increases with age.

OSA is a life threatening disorder. There is repetitive collapse of the pharynx (a part of the upper airway) in sleep, resulting in fall of the oxygen concentration in the blood -- a condition called hypoxia. Hypoxia triggers the release of stress hormones in sleep, which cause metabolic errors like rise in blood sugar levels and rise in blood pressure.

If this condition persists over a prolonged period of time, it affects the cardiovascular system and metabolic systems; this in turn leads to the development of hypertension and diabetes!! Genetically prone individuals are more likely to develop these disorders.

Recent studies have shown that treating OSA results in better blood sugar control. The co-relation is simple, hypoxemia in sleep interferes with insulin action (insulin resistance) resulting in high blood glucose levels.

Sleep disorders is common in diabetic subjects. It can precipitate and aggravate diabetes. Diabetic subjects often experience difficulty in initiating sleep, maintaining sleep and excessive daytime sleepiness.

All diabetic subjects should be evaluated for their sleep and if necessary sleep study or polysomnography should be done.If OSA is detected and treated by Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) it increases the insulin sensitivity thereby reducing the blood sugar levels. This is reflected in better management of diabetes and the overall well being of the patient.

Management of OSA in a diabetic subject is highly rewarding since the doses of diabetic medication can be reduced and it is possible that in some cases that required diabetic medicine be withdrawn.

Sweat Towels: The Importance of Using a Sweat Towel

When working out at home or in a public gym, hygiene should be your top priority. Germs and bacteria love to lurk around gyms. This is especially evident with public gyms, where so many people pass in and out of those doors -- the spread of germs and bacteria is almost inevitable.

But before you cancel your gym membership, there is a way to keep yourself protected and it's as simple as using a sweat towel. Use your sweat towel to wipe the sweat off your face and body as apposed to your hands. Your hands are exposed to loads of bacteria from contact with the gym equipment. If your hands do manage to pick up bacteria, you could transfer the infection to your face through your fingers and end up with nasties such as pimples or other fungal infections.

If you can, try to carry a second smaller towel to use for wiping your face and use your standard gym towel to put over the equipment when using it.

You'll also notice that many gyms have spray bottles and paper towels that you can use to wipe the equipment before you use it. Don't be shy -- wipe down and then lay your gym towel over the bench or mat for added protection. If you're naturally sweaty, please don't leave your sweat lying on the bench or mat -- rather wipe it down and be courteous to other members.

Another very important factor is to remember to wash your gym towels each and every day as towels soaked in sweat attract unwanted bacteria.

Great Weight Loss Foods

Citrus fruits like, oranges and limes contain high concentrations of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). This Vitamin C has a fat burning quality. Vitamin C reduces the effectiveness of fat. It reduces its content and can liquefy or dilute fat. By diluting the fat, it makes it less effective, and easier to flush out of your system. Vitamin C also works on cholesterol deposits. By adding Citrus Fruits to your daily diet, you will greatly increase your metabolism, increase your ability to get rid of fat, and also control your cholesterol levels.

Add applesauce (it's loaded with pectin), apples, fresh fruit and berries, to your diet and let the power of pectin pulverize the fat that accumulates on your cells. An apple a day can help keep the fat away.

Cucumbers are usually used in many salads, besides tasting great their high water content adds to your bulk hence making you feel full. They can be consumed before every meal which will greatly help you from over-eating!

Herbs That Cure!!

Since Ayurveda is a holistic and natural system of healing, it is only to be expected that the simplest and most common-place of items shall be used as ingredients for creating some very easy-to-make but most effective cures for and preventives against day-to-day ailments.

A few of which are mentioned below :

HERBS USED FOR AYURVEDIC SUPPLEMENTS Neem(Azadirachta indica)

Blood purifier, beauty enhancer
Pimples: Mix neem powder, red sandalwood powder and curd in equal proportions. Apply the paste on the affected area
Dandruff: Heat coconut oil with 100 gms.of neem powder and apply to your hair once a week.

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MADHUMEHARI GRANULES
RAKTASODHAK BATI
DIACONT

Tulsi - Basil(Ocimum sanctum) - Antiseptic
Face pack: Basil (stem/leaves) juice, lime juice and honey can work wonders to your oily skin.
Pimples: Blend crushed basil with mint (pudina) juice & lime juice. Apply this on your pimples.

KASAMRIT HERBAL
BAHUMUTRANTAK RASA

Amla - Gooseberry(Emblica officinalis)
One of the purest forms of natural Vitamin C.
Nourishes the hair, thickening and darkening it at the same time.
Good tonic for the eyes.
Hair tonic: Mix henna powder, gooseberry, curd & lemon juice. Apply this to your hair and leave it for an hour. Then wash your hair with a mild shampoo.

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JUNIOR CHAYAWANPRASH
AMLAKI RASAYAN
KABZ CARE

Shikakai(Acacia concinna)
Hair-vitaliser.
Herbal shampoo: Make a paste of shikakai, soap nut and gooseberry powder. This would serve as an effective herbal shampoo.

Reetha - Soap nut(Sapindus trifoliatus)

Excellent hair tonic
Dandruff: Mix soap nut with water and apply once a week.

Brahmi - Indian pennywort(Bacopa monnieri)
Relieves anxiety & tension.
Enhances memory power.
Effective for nervous disorders
Memory enhancer: Crush few tender leaves of Indian pennywort and express the juice after filtering with a clean cloth.Take 2 tea spoon of Brahmi juice before meal.

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Stress Guard
SHANKHAPUSHPI SYRUP
BRAHMI BATI

Mehendi - Henna(Lawsonia albla)
Excellent hair conditioner & tonic.
Herbal bleach: Make a blend of cucumber, orange & lemon juice with henna and apply

Ghritkumari - Indian Aloe Vera(Aloe vera)
Used for liver & spleen disorder.
Promotes & regulates menstrual period.
Hair vitalizer.
Liver disorder: Indian aloe is a form of cactus. After peeling the hard skin, the pulp to be cored from inside. Take a leaf from the pulp with black salt and ginger juice every morning for 10 days.

Promotes hair growth /arrests hair loss: Mix Aloe Vera gel with, castor oil, olive oil and apply. Skin nourisher: Massage a blend of castor and mustard oil with aloe vera gel into your skin and wait for the magic!
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KUMARI ASAVA No - 3
RAJAHPRAVARTANI BATI

Eucalyptus(Eucalyptus citriodara)
Best solution for blocked nose & sore throat.
Excellent deodorant.
Effective for acne and boils
Acne & boils: Mix eucalyptus oil with mustard oil and apply on the affected zone.
NILGIRI TAIL

Chandan - Sandalwood(Santalum album)
Skin freshener.
Soul-stirring fragrance.

Glowing skin:Make a paste of sandalwood with Fuller's Earth (multani mitti), besan, barley flour and wheat flour and apply. Stubborn acnes & pimples: Use sandalwood with neem and basil powder.

CHANDAN KA TAIL
CHANDANASAVA
CHANDANADI BATI
PITTA TEA

Jyotishmati / Malkangani -Staff-tree(Celastrus paniculatus)

Excellent pain reliever
Relieves pain: Apply staff-tree oil on the affected area.

SMRITISAGAR RAS
SMRITISAGAR RAS

Nirgundi-Five-leafed chaste-(Vitex negundo)
Essential for acne, boils, eczema and hair loss.
Popular deodorant

Acne,Boils, Eczema:Apply the ground and boiled leaves on the affected zone.

Feeling & looking fresh: Mix boiled leaves with your bath water and use it. You will be gifted with a glowing skin
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Til - Sesame(Sesamun indicum)
Promotes hair growth.
Acts as a herbal dye.
For soft & smooth hair: Apply sesame oil and massage lightly before bath

SAPTAGUN TAILA(OIL)
SRI GOPAL TAILA

Bhringaraj(Eclipta alba)
Essential hair tonic
Thick, dark hair : Apply a mixture of bhringaraj, gooseberry, coconut, almond and olive .

MAHABHRINGRAJ TAILA
BHRINGRAJASAVA

Kesar - Saffron(Crocus sativus)
Effective for pimples
Skin cleanser

For fair complexion: Blend a few strands of saffron in a cup of raw milk and let it soak overnight. Apply on to your skin the next morning and leave it for at least an hour.
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HERBS USED FOR AYURVEDIC
SUPPLEMENTS Kala Jeera - Purple Fleban(Nigella sativa)

Effective for acne, pimples and boils

For acne, pimples and boils : Mix the powdered kala jeera with basil and neem, and apply it on the affected zone.Do note that this mixture can be preserved for nearly a week.

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Haldi - Turmeric(Curcuma longa)

An excellent anticeptic.

For a Fair Complexion: Apply a blend of raw milk, cucumber juice, olive oil with a pinch of turmeric powder on your skin.

HARIDRA KHANDA
CHANDRAPRABHA BATI
MADHUMEHARI GRANULES

Bakuchi - Psoralea Seed(Psoralea corylifolia)
Cures baldness

For hair Growth: Rub this oil on the scalp for a few minutes. Continue this process for some weeks. After a few days, the colour of the scalp-skin will turn red. Stop the treatment at this stage.
Please note: Carry this treatment strictly under medical supervision

SOMRAJI TAIL

Baheda/Vibhitak - Belliric Myrobalan(Teminalia belerica)
A superb hair vitaliser.

For hair growth: Apply an infusion of Belliric myrobalan

KESHARI KALP
SUNDARI KALP
TRIPHALA CHURNA
RAKTASHODHAK BATI

Manjishtha - Indian madder-(Rubia cordifolia)
Effective for acne, pimples, boils and aczema

For Acne, Pimples Boils,Eczema: Apply an amalgamation of Indian madder with red sandalwood powder, turmeric, kuth and fuller's earth (multani mitti) on the affected area.

RAKTASHODHAK BATI
SURAKTA

Kuth - Costus(Saussurea lappa)
Remove bald spots

Get rid of your bald spots:Mix it with coconut oil and rub on the spot for two-three minutes. Then apply Mahabhringraj oil and keep for about an hour. Wash this off with a herbal shampoo.

NARAYAN CHURNA
SARIVADI BATI
DASMULARISTA

Karpoor - Camphor Powder-(Cinnamomum Camphora)
A superb skin vitaliser

For face-pack: Mix camphor powder with garden mint and apply Removes Dandruff: Mix it with coconut oil and apply.

KARPOOR RAS
SAPTAGUN TAIL
DANTAMANJAN LAL
BAIDYANATH HIMANIKALYAN TAIL

Virang(Embelia ribes)
Eliminates skin infection
Removes heat boils and acne

For heat boils and acne: Mix vavdinga with Bavchi oil and turmeric. And apply.

KABZ-CARE
VIVANGADI LAUH
LIVEROL
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Daruharidra - Indian Barberry-(Berberis aristata)
An excellent antiseptic pack for pimples and pastulas

For Pimples and Pastulas: Apply a mixture of Indian barberry with turmeric, costus, Psoralea and sandalwood.

KHADIRASITA
RAKTASODHAK BATI
ASHWAGAND
HARISHTA

Apamarg -Prickly Chaff flower(Achyranthes aspera)
Effective for pimples

For infective pimples: Mix powdered prickly chaff flowers with honey and apply.

KASAMRIT

Dhania - Coriander(Coriandrum sativum)
Treats digestive disorder
Relieves flatulence
Generates urine
Reduces fever
For digestive disorder: Add two teaspoons of coriander juice to fresh buttermilk and take it before meal.

Isabgol - Psyllium Husk(Plantago ovata)

Effective for constipation, piles, dysentry, abdominal pain .

For constipation: Soak two tablespoons of Isabgol in milk or water and have it before going to bed.

ISABGOL

Chirayata(Swertia Chirata)

Reduces fever
For treating fever: Boil the herb and filter it. Take this infusion twice after meal.

SURAKTA
CHANDRAPRABHA BATI

Jaiphal - Nutmeg(Myristica fragrans)

Effective for digestive disorder, de-hydration & skin disorder
Treats insomnia

For insomnia: Take a mixture of coarse powder of nutmeg and fresh amla (gooseberry) juice For infants who wail at night for no apparent reasons: Mix nutmeg paste with honey and give.

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Chalmogra - (Tuvrak) Garudphal

A local stimulant, useful in correcting disordered processes of nutrition.
The bark of the tree contains tannins, which are beneficial in the treatment of fever. The oil extracted from the seeds is useful in leprosy and skin disorders.

TUBRAK (CHALMUNGRA TAILA)

Ashoka - (Saraca Indica)

Useful for arresting bleeding and uterine sedative.
The bark of the tree is effective for excessive blood loss during menstruation due to the presence of uterine fibroids and for internal piles. The dried flowers are useful in diabetes.

ASHWAGANDHA
RISHTA
SUNDARI KALP FORTE
SUNDARI KALP

Sarpagandha - (Rauwolfia serpentina)

Effective drug in lowering blood pressure.
One gram of the powdered root can be taken twice for Insanity. It is also effective in treating insomnia because of its sedative properties. Also useful for Hysteria and Urticaria.

SARPAGANDHA
GHAN BATI
SARPAGANDHA TABLET

Peepal - Peepal (Ficus religiosa)

Effective for heart diseases, constipation, Mumps
The leaves are infused in water at night, distilled the next morning and stored in bottles for heart diseases. The dried dust power of the leaves is useful for constipation and for mumps the leaves should be smeared with ghee, warmed over a fire and bandaged over the inflamed part to get relief.

KASAMRIT (HERBAL)
SITOPALADI CHURNA
TALISADI CHURNA

Piyaz - Onion (Allium Cepa)
Stimulants and a mild counter-irritant, promote the removal of catarrhal matter.
Onion juice with honey is useful for colds, coughs, bronchitis and influenza. It contain iron, therefore, beneficial in treating anaemia and effective in preventing edible against heart-attack. About 30 gms of onion and seven black peppers can be finely pounded and given to the Cholera patients.

Kaith -Wood Apple (Feronia Limonida)
Effective for Aromatic, digestive and mucous membranes. The pulp of the ripe fruit, mixed with cardamom, honey and cumin seeds, is beneficial in the treatment of dysentry, diarrhoea and piles. It is also useful in preventing cancer of the breast and uterus and helps cure sterility due to a deficiency of the harmone progesterone. The bark of the tree is good for biliousness

Mahua - (Madhuca indica)

Effective in arresting bleeding and secretions and in bronchitis,diabetes ,eczema and Orchitis.The flowers of the tree (30 gms with 250 ml of milk ) are effective in bronchitis. A decoction of the bark can be given internally in rheumatic diseases and a decoction of the bark can also be taken in diabetes. Vapours of boiling madhuca leaves are useful in relieving the pain of Orchitis. And the leaves are also effective in the treatment of eczema.

Methi - Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum graecum)

Effective in bad breath, body odour, anaemia and stomach disorders. The leaves help in blood formation. The cooked leaves help prevent anaemia. Tea made from fenugreek seeds in equal in value to quinine in reducing fevers and bad breath and body odour. The seeds are useful in the removal of dandruff

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Lavang - Clove (Syzygium aromaticum)

Stimulant and effective in relieving flatulence, cholera, caughs, asthma and headaches. Cloves promote enzymatic flow and boost digestive functioning. It is also useful for treating cholera, 4 gms of cloves are boiled in 3 litres of water until half the water has evaporated, taken in draughts, will check severe symptoms of the disease. Chewing a clove with a crystal of common salt eases expectoration, relieves the irritation in the throat and stops cough in the pharyngitis. A paste of clove and salt crystals in milk is a common household remedy for headaches.

PITTA TEA
LAVANG KA TAILA
DANT MANJAN LAL

Linseed

Effective in coronary heart diseases and stroke, hypertension and inflammatory and autoimmune disorders. Omega - 3 fatty acids in the linseed oil help to dissolve tumors and eliminate breast, lung and prostrate cancer cells. It is helpful in treatment of arthritis also. It can relieve asthma noticeably sometimes within a few days of starting to take the oil. Crushed linseed make a very useful poultice for uncertain and superficial or deep seated inflammation. Continuous use of fresh linseed oil for one month completely relieves premenstrual syndrome.

Bael Fruit - Bel or siriphal (Aegle marmelos )

Effective in constipation, diarrhoea ,dysentery and peptic ulcer. Ripe bael fruit is regarded as best of all laxatives. It cleans and tones up the intestines. For best results. it should be taken in the form of sherbet. The unripe or half-ripe fruit is perhaps the most effective remedy for chronic diarrhoea and dysentery where there is no fever. The leaves are soaked overnight in water and that water is strained and taken in the morning is an effective remedy for peptic ulcer.

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Lashoon - Garlic (Allium Sativum)

Effective in Asthma, High blood pressure. Lashoon is perhaps the most effective remedy for blood disorders, digestive disorders, Rheumatism, cancer and skin disorder

LASHUNADI BATI

Dhatura - (Dhatura Stramonium)

Dhatura is very useful in asthma, when the smoke from burning leaves is inhaled .The leaves rolled in to cigarettes can be smoked to relieve asthmatic attacks. Dhatura fruit is a specific remedy for phlegmatic and bilious types of malaria fever. The herb is valuable remedy for heart disorders .It relieves cardiac pains. Dhatura is useful in impotency. A preparation made from datura seeds with other ingredients is useful in patchy baldness..

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Babul - (Acacia arabica)

The various parts of babul tree are useful in diarrhoea of ordinary intensity. Chewing of fresh bark of this tree daily, helps strengthen loose teeth and arrest any bleeding from the gum. The bark of babul tree is useful in the treatment of eczema. A decoction of the bark mixed with rock salt ,should be used as a gargle in treating tonsilitis The bark of the tree is useful in leucorrhoea .Its decoction should be used as a vaginal douche for treating this disorder.

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Vansalochanam - (Bambusa arundinacea wild)

The siliceous concretions on young hrubs, bark, root and flowers are used. It is used for :Cough and cold Urinary retention. Infected wounds. As adjunct in tuberculosis.

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Vidari - (Ipomoea digitata Linn)

Parts used Roots.
It is used for : General weakness. Diminished lactation. shore throat.

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ASHWAGANDHADI CHURNA

Elaichi - (Elettaria cardamomum Maton)
Parts used: Seeds.
It is used in : Nausea Indigestion Abdominal pain Bronchitis and upper respiratory infections. Halitosis.

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Erand -(Ricinus communis Linn)
Parts used: Roots, root bark, leaves, seeds, oil.
It is used in Rheumatism
Jaundice in hepatitis
Constipation

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Gokshura - (Tribulus terrestris Linn)

Parts used: Fruits and roots:
It is used for:
Crystalluria
Urolithiasis
Impotence.
Aging.

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Jivanti - (Leptadenia reticulata)

Parts used: mainly roots. It is used for: Diminished lactation Skin infection

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Khadira - (Acacia catechu)

Parts used for: Extract, bark, wood, flowering tops, fruits and gum. It is used for: Sore throat and mouth infections Ear discharge Reduce milk flow.

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KHADIRADI BATI
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Musta - (Cyperus rotundus Linn)

Parts used for: Bulbous root.

It is used for: Conjunctivitis Diarrhoea Indigestion

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Kulthi - (Dolichos biflorus Linn )

Parts used for: seeds.
It is used for:
Urolithiasis
Dysuria
Bleeding piles.
Nagkesar - (Mesua ferrea Linn)

Parts used for Stamens, seed oil. It is used for: Menorrhagia (excessive uterine bleeding) Hemorrhoids (bleedings piles) Skin infections. Rheumatic pain (local application)

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ARSHOGHANI BATI
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Nimba - (Melia azadirachta Linn)

Parts used for: Bark , occasionally root bark, leaves, flowers, fruits, seeds, kernel, oil from seeds, exudates or gum and sap. It is used for: Fungal, bacterial and other skin infections, eczema. Diabetes mellitus- as an ancillary agent. Dental Hygiene.

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Palash - (Butea frondosa Koen)

Parts used for: Gum, seeds, flowers, bark, leaves.
It is used for: Intestinal parasites. Geriatric tonic

Saptaparni - (Alstonia scholaris R.)

Parts used for: Ripe fruit, bark, leaves, latex.
It is used for: periodic fevers. Dysentery Dermatoses.


Patola - (Trichosanthes dioica Roxb)

Parts used for:
Fruit, root.
It is used for: Constipation.
Fever
Skin infections / Wounds
Alopecia areata.

Talmakhana - (Curculigo orchioides Gaertn)

Parts used for: Rootstock.
Used for: Erectile impotence; spermatorrhoea.
General weakness
Burning and fatigue.
Piles and menorrhagia.
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Tagar -
(Valeriana wallichii)

Parts used for: Rhizome or rootstock.
Used for:
Anxiety,
insomnia
Arthritis
Dysmenorrhea.

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CHYAWANPRASH
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Rasna - (Vanda Roxburghii)

Parts used for: Roots. It is used for: Rheumatic disorders. Local swelling Indigestion.

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Shatavari - (Asparagus racemosus)

Parts used for: Roots and leaves.It is used for: Decreased milk flow.

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Safed Musli - (Asparagus adscendens Roxb)

Parts used for: Tuberous root and rhizome.
It is used for:
General weakness Oligospermia.

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Mandukparni - (Centella asiatica)

Parts used for: whole plant and leaves.It is used for: Anxiety neurosis Minor memory disturbance As a psychotropic agent.

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Tejpata - (Cinnamonum tamala )

Parts used for: Leaves, bark and oil. It is used for: Flatulent dyspepsia. Halitosis. Cough Diabetes mellitus.

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Kaishore - (Crocus sativus Linn)

Parts used for: Dried stigma and tops of the styles of the flower.It is used for Cough and cold Decreased appetite General weakness.

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WHAT IS A CBC (Complete Blood Count)?

Included in the CBC are: White Blood Count (WBC) is the number of white cells: High WBC can be a sign of infection. WBC is also increased in certain types of leukemia. Low white counts can be a sign of bone marrow diseases or an enlarged spleen. Low WBC is also found in HIV infection in some cases.

Hemoglobin (Hgb) and Hematocrit (Hct): The hemoglobin is the amount of oxygen carrying protein contained within the red blood cells. The hematocrit is the percentage of the blood volume occupied by red blood cells. In most labs the Hgb is actually measured, while the Hct is computed using the RBC measurement and the MCV measurement. Many medical professionals will use the Hgb measurement as more reliable. Low Hgb or Hct suggest an anemia. Anemia can be due to nutritional deficiencies, blood loss, destruction of blood cells internally, or failure to produce blood in the bone marrow. High Hgb can occur due to lung disease, living at high altitude, or excessive bone marrow production of blood cells.

Mean Corpuscular Volume (MCV) - This helps diagnose a cause of an anemia. Low values suggest iron deficiency, high values suggest either deficiencies of B12 or Folate, ineffective production in the bone marrow, or recent blood loss with replacement by newer (and larger) cells from the bone marrow.

Platelet Count (PLT): This is the number of cells that plug up holes in your blood vessels and prevent bleeding. High values can occur with bleeding, cigarette smoking or excess production by the bone marrow. Low values can occur from premature destruction states such as Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP), acute blood loss, drug effects (such as heparin), infections with sepsis, entrapment of platelets in an enlarged spleen, or bone marrow failure from diseases such as myelofibrosis or leukemia. Low platelets also can occur from clumping of the platelets in a lavender colored tube. You may need to repeat the test with a green top tube in that case.

Coconut Water: A wonder drink

Coconut water has been used for re-hydration and as a health and beauty aide in tropical regions around the world for centuries.

Coconut water is low in fat and calories, has no cholesterol, and has a natural balance of sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium- making it a healthy electrolyte drink. It has even been used intravenously to stabilize electrolytes.

Many people know of the healing benefits of coconut oil. Coconut water now joins the pantry's medicine cabinet. Coconuts are anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-microbial. The lauric acid in coconuts is also used to heal digestive tract disorders such as Leaky Gut Syndrome.

According to ayurvedic belief, coconut is carminative: meaning that it helps to prevent intestinal gas, aids in removing toxins and increases the digestive tract's ability to absorb nutrients. Coconut balances acid levels and flushes toxins out. Ayurveda considers coconut a natural stress-buster.

The calming, cooling benefits of coconut water relieves burning sensations and hot flashes and "restores emotional stability in menopausal women". This property of coconut water also makes it an excellent choice for liver problems, hepatitis or inflammation.

Since it regulates the functioning of the intestine, the coconut water propitiates to the user a smoother and pretty skin.

Beyond ingested, the coconut water can also be used directly on the face, for skin hydration.

Around the world women have used coconut products on their hair and skin as well as consuming it. It is a common ingredient in beauty products.

For your health, Coconut Water is:
Low in Carbohydrates
Low in Fat 99% Fat Free
Low in natural occurring sugar
Keeps the body cool and at the proper temperature
Contains organic compounds possessing growth promoting properties
Cures malnourishment
Effective in the treatment of kidney and urethral stones
Natural drink for feeding infants suffering from intestinal disturbances
Excellent oral re-hydration medium, an all natural isotonic for all ages
Re-hydrate naturally, free of added sugars or chemicals
Lower arterial pressure
Relieve spasms and stomach pain
Ease burns
Natural diuretic
Presence of saline and albumen makes it an excellent drink in cholera cases
Maintains the human body's natural fluid levels
Can be injected intravenously in emergency cases
Found as a blood plasma substitute because it is sterile, does not produce heat, and does not destroy red blood cells and is readily accepted by the body
Helps in carrying nutrients and oxygen to cells
Excellent all natural water to drink while Relaxing, Meditating, Driving, Eating, Running, Aerobics, Working, Skiing, Mountain Biking, Exercising, Body Building, Surfing, Fishing, Snow Boarding, Working Out, Surfing, Physical Activities, or Exertion of any kind
Eliminate swelling in hands and feet
Normalize the intestinal function and raise metabolism
Heal damage induced by antibiotics and toxins in the digestive tract
Boost poor circulation

It is truly a life giving fluid. Our special harvesting and processing procedures allow us to package and pasteurize our natural Coconut Waters that are biologically pure, with no need for adding any preservatives. Exquisitely tasting and full of all the natural fluids, vitamins, nutrients, sugars, minerals and salts demanded and needed by everyone of all age groups. Coconut Water has no Cholesterol, is fat free and is naturally low in Calories!

Everyone should drink this fine all natural coconut water EVERY DAY, it is a Natural isotonic beverage for all ages.