Ayurveda is considered by many scholars to be the oldest healing science. In Sanskrit, Ayurveda means “the Science of Life” Ayurvedic knowledge originated in India more than 5,000 years ago and is often called the “Mother of All Healing.” It stems from the ancient Vedic culture and was taught for many thousands of years in an oral tradition from accomplished masters to their disciples. Some of this knowledge was set to print a few thousand years ago, but much of it is inaccessible.
Hence, Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine which provides a guideline for a healthy living and lifestyle.
Principle of inner Balance
Ayurveda places great emphasis on prevention and encourages the maintenance of health through close attention to balance in one’s life, right thinking, diet, lifestyle and the use of herbs. Knowledge of Ayurveda enables one to understand how to create this balance of body, mind and consciousness according to one’s own individual constitution and how to make lifestyle changes to bring about and maintain this balance. Many factors, both internal and external, act upon us to disturb this balance and are reflected as a change in one’s constitution from the balanced state. Once these factors are understood, one can take appropriate actions to nullify or minimize their effects or eliminate the causes of imbalance and re-establish one’s original constitution. Balance is the natural order; imbalance is disorder. Health is order; disease is disorder. Within the body there is a constant interaction between order and disorder. When one understands the nature and structure of disorder, one can re-establish order.
Balancing the Three Principle Energies of the Body
Ayurveda identifies three basic types of energy or functional principles that are present in everyone and everything. Since there are no single words in English that convey these concepts, we use the original Sanskrit words vata, pitta and kapha. These principles can be related to the basic biology of the body.
To learn how to balance the body, mind and consciousness requires an understanding of how vata, pitta and kapha work together. According to Ayurvedic philosophy the entire cosmos is an interplay of the energies of the five great elements—Space, Air, Fire, Water and Earth. Vata, pitta and kapha are combinations and permutations of these five elements that manifest as patterns present in all creation. In the physical body, vata is the subtle energy of movement, pitta the energy of digestion and metabolism, andkapha the energy that forms the body’s structure.
Vata, Pitta e Kapha
Vata is the subtle energy associated with movement — composed of Space and Air. It governs breathing, blinking, muscle and tissue movement, pulsation of the heart, and all movements in the cytoplasm and cell membranes. In balance, vata promotes creativity and flexibility. Out of balance, vata produces fear and anxiety.
Pitta expresses as the body’s metabolic system — made up of Fire and Water. It governs digestion, absorption, assimilation, nutrition, metabolism and body temperature. In balance, pitta promotes understanding and intelligence. Out of balance, pitta arouses anger, hatred and jealousy.
Kapha is the energy that forms the body’s structure — bones, muscles, tendons — and provides the “glue” that holds the cells together, formed from Earth and Water. Kapha supplies the water for all bodily parts and systems. It lubricates joints, moisturizes the skin, and maintains immunity. In balance, kapha is expressed as love, calmness and forgiveness. Out of balance, it leads to attachment, greed and envy.
Medicines
Ayurvedic pharmacology is based upon the concepts of Rasa, Guna, Veerya, Vipaka and Prabhava of the Dravya used to prepare the medicine. Ayurvedic Treatments differ from the majority of conventional cures in its unique approach towards healing. Rather than trying to cure a disease in isolation, Ayurveda takes into account an individual in his entirety.
No chemicals are used during the process and therefore have no side effects. Experience the communion of the mind, body and soul with our Ayurveda Packages. This package includes Ayurvedic meals that are customised to your body constitution and enhance the efficacy of the treatments.
Special treatments
Rejuvenation
The toxins / free radicals produced by the constant metabolic activities in the body damage the body cells resulting in wear and tear of the body, which is nothing but aging. The process of aging is accelerated by improper life-style, food habits and prolonged stress and strain.
Our packages last of 4, 7, 14, 21 and 35 days according to the treatments.
14 / 21 Days
Which includes five major procedures, is meant to purify the whole body by eliminating the accumulated toxins from it. This package includes treatments like Virechana (Purgation), Vamana (Emesis), Snehavasthi (Medicated Oil Enema), Kashayavasti (medicated decoction enema) & Nasya (Nasal Administration). The specialty of this treatment is that it can be administered both in a healthy, as well as thediseased person. When a healthy person subjects himself to Panchakarma, it has a preventive, restorative and rejuvenative effect on the body.
4 / 7 /11 Days
The programs that are offered under this package are aimed at restoring the vigour and vitality of the body by eliminating the toxins and by enhancing the body’s immunity through their anti – oxidant & prophylactic properties. The package includes the various rejuvenation therapies, such as Kayaseka, Sirodhara, Abyanga, Synchronised Massage, Medicated Steambath, Njavarakizhi, etc. Based on the constitution and requirements of the individual, the physician may advise a combination of Panchakarma along with other rejuvenation therapies.
Those who do not have enough time for a longer term Panchakarma treatment can experience this packages for 4 or 7 days.
11 /14 / 21 / 35 Days
If you have specific problems get in touch with us to have a free consultation with our Ayurvedic doctors before your departure… However, generally the following diseases can be easily treated in both Ayurveda Mana centres:
We have selected four excellent locations that offer intensive wellness programs based on the ancient Indian science of Ayurveda. Without a doubt, the spa in Shimla, The Swan Retreat in Goa, Somatheeram Beach in Kovalam, and Krishnatheeram in Varkala are the best places to experience traditional Ayurvedic treatments. If you are interested in general wellness treatments or Panchakarma, you can find them at all three facilities. On the other hand, if you need specific treatments, you can send us a request that will be directed by our professional and experienced doctors.
These centers provide perfect and authentic Ayurvedic treatment, a thorough physical and psychological analysis based on Ayurvedic and modern modalities. Here you will experience the true quality of therapy based on personalized counseling and precise diagnosis. The center also specializes in treatments for sports injuries.
Goa is one of the most favourite destinations due to its pristine beaches. Dotted with hundreds of impressive beaches in Goa, the incredible coastline of more than 100 km offers beautiful views and serenity where tourists enjoy and relax in the Sun.
Found 16 km far from the state capital Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala), Kovalam is marvelously delightful and an asylum of tranquility.
SHIMLA: HOT SPRING AN AYURVEDA
The selected center is located in a small village in the foothills of the Himalayas in the state of Himachal Pradesh, one hour from Shimla.
The peaceful and quiet village of Varkala, has several tourist attractions within walking distance of the beach.