Ayurveda Initiative For Global Health

(credit* earth clinic)  1. Increased Energy A popular way to consume coconut oil is in coffee first thing in the morning, with some grass-fed butter. Many find that this way of drinking coffee provides more “umph” to start the day. This should come as no surprise. Coconut oil is a great source of energy. Perhaps this is why coconut oil is often found to be helpful with adrenal fatigue and hypothyroidism. 2. Weight Loss Contrary to intuition, coconut oil has also been found helpful for weight loss. It provides calories and energy that are usable. It can decrease cravings. Certainly, its role in healing hypothyroidism and adrenal fatigue will make it effective for weight loss. 3. Hair Conditioner You can use coconut oil to nourish and moisturize the hair. It is a natural detangler and can heal dandruff and other scalp problems. It is even effective in getting rid of lice! 4. Brain Health Your brain is made up mostly of fat. Your brain needs fat. Very low-fat d...

We have been studying trees with peeling barks last week and this week. One such tree that is easily identified by its bark is the Red Mempat or Yellow Cow Wood tree (Cratoxylum cochinchinense ) from the family Hypericaceae. It is a medium sized tree about 30 m high, native to Myanmar, Indo-China, South China, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Singapore, Borneo, Philippines Often easily recognisable by its pale brown to reddish-brown bark which is patchy because it peels off in long pieces. The lance-shaped or elliptic leaves are quite narrow, thin in texture, and are red when young. The flowers are usually deep red, but they can also be pink or orange. INTERESTING FACTS  This tree produces a timber which is known by the trade name derum and is moderately hard and moderately heavy to heavy.  Derum is used for medium to heavy construction, and has been used to make tool handles, wood pallets, and woodcuts. Other parts of...

Asthma and Breathing Exercises  Asthma is a common condition that causes breathing difficulties. There is no cure, but various treatment options exist. Some people claim that breathing exercises may also be helpful. However, there is no evidence that such exercises can help children with asthma and only very weak evidence that they can benefit adults. In response to triggering factors, asthma causes the airways to become inflamed and swollen. The resultant swelling can make it difficult for a person to breathe and even be life threatening. Some individuals have claimed that different types of breathing exercises can improve asthma symptoms. These include- 1. Yogic breathing: Some practitioners claim that breathing-based forms of yoga, which some refer to as Sudarshan Kriya, can improve symptoms of asthma, as well as those of many other conditions, including depression. 2. Diaphragmatic breathing: Diaphragmatic breathing involves engaging the muscles of the diaphragm, abdominals, an...