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Although Ayurveda or Ayurvedic medicine, documented in the history of the sacred texts known as the Vedas centuries ago. Now it has been integrated with traditional practices, including yoga.
Ayurveda is widely practiced in the Indian subcontinent, more than 90 percent of Indians use some form of Ayurvedic medicine, according to the University of Minnesota Center for Spirituality & Healing. This tradition has gained popularity in the Western world, although it is still considered as an alternative treatment.
Principles of Ayurveda
As a holistic health practice, Ayurveda strives to maintain a balance between the physical, mental and spiritual. When this balance is disturbed, diseases and other health problems can occur in the body, according to Ayurvedic practitioners.
Health care is highly individualized practice based on Ayurvedic principles, and everyone has a certain characteristic pattern called dosha, which is a type of body chemistry and metabolism based on mental conditions. There are three basic doshas, and everyone has it, and one or two that dominate. Here's the explanation according to the University of Maryland Medical Center:
Pitta energy associated with fire, is expected to control the digestive and endocrine systems. People with this energy is considered a fiery and temperament, intelligent and fast. When this energy is not balanced, there will be inflammation, indigestion, upset, heartburn and arthritis can occur.
Vata energy is associated with air and space, associated with body movements, including breathing and blood circulation. Vata energy is said to dominate the creative people and thinkers. When it is violated, there can be joint pain, constipation, dry skin, anxiety and more.
Kapha energies associated with the earth and water, is believed to control the growth and strength, and is associated with chest and back. Interruption of which would lead to the problem of obesity, diabetes, sinus problems, insecurity and gallbladder can occur when energy is unbalanced kapha.
How secure is Ayurveda?
Interference on one of the three doshas are handled by various Ayurvedic treatments, including herbal remedies, dietary restrictions, yoga, massage, meditation and breathing exercises called pranayama.
The effectiveness of Ayurvedic therapies have not been studied in clinical trials by practitioners of Western medicine. Therefore, some doctors and other health professionals Ayurveda considers risky.
A 2008 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that nearly 21 percent of Ayurvedic medicines purchased via the Internet contain mercury or arsenic.
And in 2012, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that, six cases of lead poisoning were found in pregnant women who have used Ayurvedic medicines containing lead.
benefits of Ayurveda
Despite these concerns there, but there have been studies that show the effectiveness of some treatments of Ayurveda.
Turmeric, the spice derived from the turmeric plant (Curcuma longa), are often prescribed by practitioners of Ayurveda. Turmeric contains beta carotene, calcium, flavonoids, iron, niacin, potassium, zinc and other nutrients.
And in addition to the potential effectiveness in treating peptic ulcers and some forms of cancer, turmeric also has proven anti-inflammatory properties. Some studies have suggested that it may help reduce the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.
In addition, a 2011 study found that effective Ayurvedic herbal compounds to treat the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, according to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM).
Another Ayurvedic treatment widely used incense, dried resin derived from Boswellia trees. According to NCCAM, osteoarthritis patients had a significant reduction in pain after taking the drug incense.
Before you begin an Ayurvedic treatment
If you're considering an Ayurvedic treatment, or other alternative therapies, be sure to speak with a primary care physician or healthcare professional. Some Ayurvedic medicine can be dangerous when combined with prescription drugs.
Because there is no licensing procedure nationally recognized for Ayurvedic practitioners, you may want to contact the Ayurvedic school for recommendations on how to find a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner. (LiveScience)
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