Ashta Vaidyan Cheria Narayanan Namboodiri
Cheriya Narayanan Namboodiri is the chief physician of Vaidya Madom Vaidya Sala. Vaidya Madom is one of the famous Ashtavaidya groups of families in Kerala and the only family belonging to the Bharadwajeeya group. Lord Dakshinamoorthi is considered as the family deity of the Vaidya Madom. Cheriya Narayanan Namboodiri is known for his ability to diagnose most of the diseases at the first sight of the patient. He is specialized in treating arthritis and also successfully treats other diseases. The scholar utilizes his free time to write articles on Ayurveda. His famous works on ayurveda include Ayurvedavum Deerghayussum which means ayurveda and longevity, Ayurvedathinte Pradama Padangal(the basic or first lessons of Ayurveda) and Ayurvedathinthe Keraleeya Anushtana Paramparyam. He has also transalated the ayurvedic text on elephants namely Palakapyam.

Coimbatore Arya Vaidya Sala
Coimbatore Arya Vaidya Pharmacy was founded by late Arya Vaidyan P.V. Rama Varrier in the year 1943. It had its humble begining in a rented building on Trichy Road, Coimbatore and was registered as a Public Limited Company in the year 1948. The Arya Vaidya Chikitsalayam was established in 1950 at Coimbatore and later in 1978 Arya Vaidyan Rama Varrier Educational Foundation of ayurveda was established and degree courses in Ayurveda was commenced. AVP group was the first to conduct a clinical trial supported by WHO to evaluate the ability or power of ayurveda in treating Rheumatoid Arthritis. Now the AVP group has established itself as a multifaceted organisation focusing on various aspects of ayurveda including ayurvedic health care, researches, publications and marketing. Being the first Ayurveda Company in south India to gain a GMP certification for production standards under the World Health Organisations guidelines, AVP manufactures almost 400 therapeutic formulations.

According to Ayurveda, the Malayalam month of Karkidaka (Cancer) is time for preventive therapies. Karkkidaka is known for rains, joblessness and diseases. Since Kerala (and India) is an agriculture society, the rain also forces people off fields and into their houses. During this month, the climate is very damp, with lot of rains. People are prone to diseases of various kinds. In other words, human body becomes extremely sensitive to pathogens.This period has long been identified as the period for preventive treatments and rejuvenation therapies. This is because, during this period human body will also be receptive to Ayurveda medicines.

The major therapies for Karkidaka month ( July 15th to August 15th)

Oil massages (abhayanga) of various kinds are performed during this season, according to the age of persons. These massages give physical strength of the body. The medicated oil also passes the medicinal content straight into the bloodstream. Massages are part of rejuvenation therapies.

Karkidaka Kanji (the rice porridge)

Karkidaka Kanji is basically rice porridge with medicinally valuable herbs added. Karkikada kanji kit is available for purchase from different Ayurveda centers.People take karkidaka kanji or the medicated porridge during this month which is believed to revitalize the body. The main ingredients of this porridge are njavara rice, malli, vizalari, karkokilari, cumin seed, aniseed, ayamodakom, fenugreek, aashali, putharichundaveru, varattumanjal, mustard seed, dry ginger, grambu, nutmeg etc. These ingredients are boiled in a pot. After it is cooked coconut milk is added. Sauté 2 or 3 small onions in ghee and add it to the porridge.

Sukha-chikitsa (preventive therapy)

Sukham means healthy state and chikitsa is therapy or treatment. Sukhachikitsa is given to healthy persons, to prevent diseases from attacking. Massages (abhayanga) and specially prepared kanji (rice porridge) are part of sukhachikitsa.

Rejuvenation therapy

Ayurveda rejuvenation therapy is long process, lasting for many days, from 21 days up to 45 days. During rejuvenation therapy, the body is first cleaned off accumulated toxic materials (excess fat, chemicals, pathogens, etc). The accumulated body waste is called ama or body toxins.The body is then strengthened with special medicines like Rasayanas and with medicated oil massages (abhayanga).Rejuvenation therapy can also include full-scale panchakarma treatments. However, according to the age, physical and mental conditions, and other factors, the doctor may decide to omit one or more procedures of panchakarma treatment.

The month of Chingam (Leo) follows Karkidaka. Chingam is time of blooming, gaiety and general healthfulness. However, the month that precedes Chingam (karkidakam) is the month of diseases. Special Ayurveda packages for preventive healthcare and Karkidaka Kanji kits are available in Kerala Ayurveda hospitals.

The function is scheduled at Hotel Muscat at 3 PM. Dr Sasi Tharoor, Minister of State External Affairs presents the award. Mr. V. Sivankutty, MLA, Thiruvananthapuram, presides over the function. Ms PK Srimathi Teacher, Minister for H & FW inaugurates the function.

The winners of different awards are:

Ashtanga Ratna Award: Padmasri Dr P K Varrier (Managing Trustee, Kottakkal Aryavaidyasala, Kottakkal, Malappuram

Charaka Award: Dr V K Sasikumar, Chief Medical Officer, Govt Ayurveda Dispensary, Paravoor, Kollam

Vagbhata Award: Dr D Ramanathan, Chief Physician & MD, Sitaram Ayurveda Pharmacy Ltd, Thrissur

Athreya Award: Dr S K Ramachandran, Professor, Dept of Kaumarabhrityam, Govt. Ayurveda College, TVM

Dhanwanthari Award: Dr P K Mohanlal, Rtd. DAME, KP 4/824, Deepa Sadan, Nalanchira, TVM

Best DMO: Dr B T Vasudevan, DMO (ISM), Pathanamthitta

Kerala tourism sector expects good turnaround this year. The preparations are on at various hotels, resorts and Ayurvedic treatment centres across the state to woo tourists. The moderate climate of Kerala, coupled with the serene greenery and low cost of living is the chief factor tourists are attracted to this land.

To celebrate the new tourist season, the traditional Ayurvedic treatment centre at Kovalam run by Kerala Ayurvedics announced special Christmas-New Year treatment packages. Bookings are open till November 15, 2008

Read about the traditional Ayurveda treatments available at Kerala Ayurvedics treatment centre, Kovalam.

New Year 2009 Special Package: Rejuvenation & Aphrodisiac Therapy

Enjoy a new life with special rejuvenation programs and vajeekaran chikitsa (aphrodisiac therapy). The treatment includes full rejuvenation package, and treatments to enhance your sexual potency and enjoyment. Special treatment packages are prescribed to men and women, according to their age, physical constitution and other factors. The treatments include massages with chosen Ayurvedic medicinal oils, intake of medicinal food, medicines, and observing lifestyle modifications.

Book this treatment before November 15, 2008 for New Year Special Rates.

The Ayurvedic treatment centre also offers accommodation facilities. There are accommodation facilities in different budget ranges. Read more about accommodation facilities.

The awards:

Dhanwantary Award for best contribution to Ayurveda – Dr CR Agnivesh, Principal, Mannam Memorial Cooperative Ayurvedic Medical College, Pandalam

Atreya Award for best teacher in Ayurveda colleges – Prof A Nalinakshan, Child and Women Ayurvedic Hospital Poojappura, Thiruvananthapuram

Vagbhata Award for the best Ayurveda doctor in private sector – Dr. J Hareendran Nair, MD, Pankajakasthuri Herbals Ltd

Charaka Award for the best medical officer in Bharateeya Chikitsa Vakuppu – Dr. PS Chandran, District Ayurveda Hospital, Alappuzha

Ashtangaratna Award for the best overall contribution to Ayurveda (new award constituted this year) – Vaidyabhooshanam K Raghavan Thirumullad, Thrissur

The first four awardees get Rs.10,000 each, while the last of awardees will get Rs.15,000.

The Treatment Centre has facilities to offer Ayurvedic treatments like oil massage, dhara, nasyam, kizhi, pizhichil and all kind of other Kerala Ayurvedic Traditional Treatments. In patients can also choose between dormitory, single room and independent cottages for their comfortable stay based on their own budget and convenience.  Pure vegetarian and organic foods are also available in the center as per the direction of the Ayurvedic Physician.

The panel of expert Ayurvedic Medical Practitioners includes Dr Sasidharan. BAM, MD,  Dr. Gopakumar. BAMS and Vaidyan Mr. Anandaram aged 78 years young and a Government of Kerala registered Ayurvedic Traditional Practitioner.  The doctors have experience at different government and private Ayurvedic hospitals.

Kerala Ayurvedics aims to deliver the best quality Ayurvedic treatments while coupling traditional methods and utilizing modern facilities.

Dr Gopakumar, consultant says: ” Kerala Ayurvedics aim to deliver Authentic Ayurvedic treatments to people suffering from ailments of various kinds at affordable rates in a silent and peaceful destination at god’s own country.”

The center also has facilities for yoga, meditation, library and reading room, pharmacy and cultivating organic food and medicinal plants in the campus itself. Kerala Ayurvedics Treatment Center and holiday home are located at Kovalam, en route to the world famous beaches of Kerala, India.

The green-clad premises of the cottages ensure a silent, serene atmosphere for anyone seeking peace of mind and time away from the huzzle-buzzles of fast paced life.

Accommodation is available from Rs.250 (US$6/-) per day to up to Rs.4000 (US$ 100/-) per day based on the budget and the convenience.   You can get relief from your diseases and at the same time you can enjoy the Kovalam beach and can arrange a one-day or half day trip to the picnic spots in Trivandrum on request.

The treatment center is already functional and the first batch of patients has arrived from the UK, seeking treatment for back pain and for rejuvenation.

Kerala Ayurvedics can also arrange an executive health checkup with a reputed multi super specialty hospital with latest medical equipments and the treatments can be arranged in the Kerala Ayurvedic Treatment Center in the traditional way.

Kerala Ayurvedics is also conducting short term courses and awareness seminars on the Massage, Panchakarma, Marma, Yoga Meditation and other Ayurvedic Treatments at their Kovalam center.  The above courses, seminars and training programs can also be arranged globally on request of the foreign nationals/organizations on their own premises.

Kerala Ayurvedics portal located at http://www.keralaayurvedics.com/ is already a resource and reference site for Ayurveda students from around the world.

Hospitality and healthcare industry in India has witnessed great growth in the recent past. World class treatment facilities and the service minded doctors of Indian hospital industry attract patients from around the world. The patients get world class healthcare at low costs.

While Ayurveda medicines are aimed at balancing all the different systems of the body for a healthy state, Allopathy medicines aim at removing the symptoms of the disease.

While Ayurvedic is primarily a preventive medicine, Allopathy is a curing medicine.

Little research has been into Ayurveda in the past 2000 years. Thousands of researches have been on about Allopathy medicine in the past 50 years.

Ayurveda suggests usage of medicines or medicine combinations that will cure any disease while not causing any disturbance to other parts of the body system. Contrast it against allopathic medicine and it will be very hard to find Ayurvedic medicines or treatments that are at least half a way free from side effects.

Allopathic drugs that have been on market are quickly banned. Medicines banned at one or a few countries find flourishing markets at all other countries.

See a list of medicines that are banned in the West, but are freely available in Indian market at http://www.liveindia.com/news/zk.html.

Also see the side effects of a well circulated medicinal component called Phenylproanolamine or PPA as revealed in an FDA study at http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/ac/00/backgrd/3647b1_tab19.doc (MS Word document).

Yes, these medicines were once deemed safe and the use of which was in accordance with law. However, it is only later that the side effects of serious propositions come to the notice of medical fraternity.

Doctors prescribe and ordinary people use the drugs that come out of factories. Only after use by many thousands of people, do we know the side-effects were stronger than expected. It is not a wonder if some doubts the effectiveness and safety of a synthetic drug.

Look at the primary requirement of an Ayurveda medicine – a medicine must not bring forth another imbalance (in the body).

The world today acknowledges this difference and there is no wonder more people are attracted to the 5000 (or more) year old system of medicine that has for some time remained dusted under the history.

With this system of medicine, people don’t have to worry about outdated or banned drugs. One can believe they will be cured while they are cared.

Ayurveda curesÂ… while not experimenting with the health (and life) of individuals.

If you have not yet taken the steps to actively pursue the benefits of Ayurveda, it may be (excuse me, it IS) time to learn the wonders of natural method of care and cure that address not only the disease or the body, but also the person as a whole!

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