Rejuvenation & Immunity Booster - Ayurveda

The body’s immune system works around the clock to keep the body protected from invading organisms and other environmental forces. It is a constant guardian to protect the body from various infectious diseases, debilitating diseases, and also reduces the risk of death. Therefore, it’s important for survival. 

Signs of a weak immune system are:

• Frequent cold & infections
• Autoimmune diseases
• Delayed growth & development
• Blood disorders
• Skin rashes
• Digestive system problem
• Organ inflammation and related issues
• Constant fatigue
• Slow healing of wounds

If an individual faces any of the above problems then rejuvenation of the body through natural ways is a must in order to boost immunity & take control of well-being.

Ayurveda is the biggest contributor to mankind for human longevity and wellbeing in the most natural possible way. Ayurveda can help rejuvenate the body & boost immunity in the best possible organic way with the help of authentic medication, dedicated therapy, and massages. 

First, the holistic assessment of the health is done in which the Vaidya looks at the whole picture of the health and try to achieve a full understanding of the body. During the assessment, Vaidya determines what treatment plan will best suit the patient according to the individual unique requirements. Then, the treatment course starts followed by therapies, herbal oil massages, steam therapy, herbal medications, wholesome and well-balanced cuisines, Yoga & meditation session, fitness session along with other therapeutic cleansing techniques to revitalize the body, get rid of impurities and fatigue, enhance the stamina, balance the dosha and bring harmony to mind and soul.

In Ayurveda, the diagnosis procedures are two-pronged. One aims to establish the state and type of pathology and the second decides the mode of treatment. It is done through a holistic assessment of health. The Vaidya will look at the whole picture of the patient's health and try to achieve full understanding. They observe, palpate, and interrogate with the patients. The Vaidya determines the doshas or body constitution, the health of Dhatus (tissues), the strength of digestive fire, immunity, and as well as mental harmony. This involves asking extensive questions on the topic like lifestyle, diet, personal and professional life, medical history, and any current problems. While knowing the constitution of the body, the Vaidya determines which of the doshas are most likely to be in excess and which therapies and treatment plan will best suit the patient. 

Risk factors are factors that do not seem to be a direct cause of any diseases but seem to be associated in any way. A risk factor for a weak immune system makes the chance of getting a condition higher to weaken the immune system; however, it doesn’t always develop weak immunity in the body. Autoimmune disorders affect people of all genders, races, and ages, but certain people have an increased risk of developing autoimmune disorders. Some common risk factors are: 

• Gender: Women are at higher risk to develop an autoimmune disorder. It's not fully clear why women are more susceptible to autoimmunity, but some researchers speculate that enhanced immune systems of women make them more vulnerable to autoimmune disorders. Hormones could also be a factor.
• Aging: It also weakens the immune system as with the age, some organs that produce white blood cells get shrink and fewer of them produce white blood cells. 
• Ethnicity: African American, American Indian, or Latino people are more likely to develop autoimmune disorders.
• Family history: Various studies have shown that the tendency to develop autoimmune disorders is inherited. If a family member of an individual has autoimmune disorders, chances of getting the same disorder are higher.
• Exposure to environmental agents: Certain things in the environment may increase the risk of developing autoimmune disorders. For example, exposure to some medications such as procainamide or hydrolyzing and certain metals such as mercury, gold, or silver. However, there is no clear scientific evidence of this factor. 
• Previous infection: Genetically susceptible people who have had certain bacterial and viral infections may be at risk to develop autoimmune disorders. 

Different factors are responsible for weak immune system in our body. Some basic steps are needed to follow in day-to-day life to keep the immune system stronger. These are:

• Avoid caffeine, smoking, alcohol, sugar, grains, dairy products, and focus on fruits, vegetables, healthy fats and fish
• Use Tulsi, Pippali (fruit of long pepper) and ginger tea to strengthen, and cleanse the upper respiratory tract
• Use turmeric and black pepper in the meals daily, to boost immunity and reduce ama (toxins). 
• Reduce intake of red meat and avoid usage of processed meats like bacon, sausage, nuggets, ham, etc
• Drink juice of Amla daily
• Drink an adequate amount of warm water as it will keep hydrated and the throat and mucous membrane moist, supporting its action as a good barrier to all microbes.
• Maintain good hygiene such as wash hand frequently
• Do physical exercise regularly
• Get enough sleep for at least 07 hrs
• Try to minimize stress and anxiety
• Maintain a healthy weight

Ayurveda has been proved very beneficial to strengthen the immune system and keep the body strong to fight from any maladies.  Ayurveda with a holistic and non-invasive approach followed by curative therapies such as Nasyam, Sneha vasti, Elakizhi, Vasti, virechana, Kadikizhi, Pizhicil, Sirodhara, Abhyangam, etc depending on the condition of the patient along with herbal oil massages, special herbs, wholesome and well balanced ayurvedic cuisines, and other traditional cleansing techniques will help the body to restore the vitality of the body by eliminating the toxins from the body, enable better metabolism, enhance the energy and body immunity and get a glowing and refreshed skin.  

• Nasyam: In this Ayurveda treatment, medicated oil or powder is instilled through the nasal route and the upper portion of the body from the neck upwards is massaged. The area around the neck, nose, shoulder, palm, and feet are rubbed for the easy assimilation of the medicine and for cleansing the minute channels above the neck. 
• Sneha vasti: It is a part of ayurvedic detoxification therapy that balances the dosha and helps to flush out all the toxins from the lower part of the body. In this therapy, medicated oil enema is medicated through an anal route in the body. 
• Elakizhi: Elakizhi is a combination of two words Ela and Kizhi. Ela means leaves and Kizhi means Potli or bolus. It is an ayurvedic treatment method of sweat-inducing. In this process, herbal leaves are fried with medicated oils and other ingredients and tied in a Potli. Then, Potli is dipped into hot medicated oil and slowly applied over the body or on the affected area. It gives relief from body pain, stiff joints, backaches, and similar ailments. This massage therapy is highly effective in the treatment of ailments affecting the joints and bones and to detoxify the body.
• Vasti: It is an important ayurvedic treatment procedure especially meant for Vata diseases. There are many types of Vasti and it is performed under the guidance of an expert Vaidya. It is a proven method of Ayurveda very effective in every aspect. In this treatment, the mediated liquids and oils are passed through the anus or vaginal anal to expel body toxins. It is a result-oriented treatment that provides relaxation to Vata disorders. 
• Virechana: Virechana comprises the use of herbs and their combinations to induce purgation and evacuate the bowel. It helps in cleansing toxins from the body. Vamana is primarily used for the elimination of a severe pitta dosha. Thus, it is effective in the management of all the conditions included in the amlapita category. This procedure can also be used to manage disorders caused by excess Kapha as this leads to excess phlegm and bile secretion. The dose and type of herb used for the virechana procedure are decided based on the individual condition and nature of the purgative.
• Kadikizhi: In this Ayurveda therapy, steamed herbal Kizhi is used instead of the herbs mixed in oil. This treatment begins with a light massage with medicated oils followed by steamed Kizhi massage. 
• Pizhicil: It is a very intensive Ayurveda treatment that helps to relieve body pain and muscle spasms. In this treatment, medicated fluid, mostly oil is poured all over the body for a duration of 60 minutes every day for a period ranging from 7-21 days. 
• Sirodhara: It is an ancient Ayurveda therapy that uses medicated herbal oil to treat headaches, sinus issues, and stress. In this treatment, medicated oil is poured on the head in slow oscillation movement and gently massaged to different pressure points in the body. It is very effective in rejuvenation and revitalization of the body.
• Abhyangam: Abhyangam is a Sanskrit word that means the application of warm oil on the body. It is an old ayurvedic oil massage. In this massage, the oil is applied on the entire body from the scalp to the sole of feet using soft and gentle strokes followed by a steam bath. This massage reduces the aggravated Vata in the body, gives relaxation, revitalize the tissue, and remove toxic wastes from the body.
• Herbal oil massages along with steam bath and therapy
• Medicated enema and nasal cleansing 
• Daily yoga and meditation session to revitalize the mind and body
• Modified ayurvedic diets made of organic ingredients
• Analysis of body composition
• Evaluation of personal lifestyle and fitness daily