Ayurveda Initiative For Global Health

Suvarna prashan sanskar is one of the 16 essential rituals described in ayurveda for children. Definition : The process in which Suvarna bhasma (purified ash of gold) is administered with fortified ghee prepared with herbal extracts, and honey in liquid or semisolid form Whom to administer : Suvarna prashan can be given to age group of 0-16yrs.  Time of administration : suvarna prashan can be done daily early in the morning, or atleast on every Pushya nakshatra- an auspicious day- which happens to come after every 27 days, given on this day it bestows excellent benefits. Benefits of suvarna prashan : 1. Suvarna prashan increases immunity power and developes resistance against common infections, thus prevents children from falling ill very oftenly. 2. It builds physical strength in children and enhances physical activites, and also improves stamina for the same. 3. Regular doses of Suwarna prashan improves child’s intellect, grasping power, sharpness, analysis power, memory rec...

How often do you include beetroot in your diet? Well, if you don’t remember when you ate this purplish-red root the last time, you need to start consuming it due to its multiple health benefits. From keeping your blood sugar levels in control to improving your sexual stamina, this vegetable is a well know antidote for anaemia in many Indian households. In addition to acting as a natural food colour, it can be consumed in the form of salad, juice or halwa. And above all, there are 11 reasons why you should include beetroot into your diet.   1 Lowers your blood pressure levels Beetroot is a great source of nitrates, which when consumed, is converted to nitrites and a gas called nitric oxides. Both these components help to widen the arteries and lower blood pressure. Researchers also found that having just about 500 grams of beetroot every day reduces a person’s blood pressure in about six hours.(1) Read simple tips to include beetroot in your diet. 2 Reduces ‘bad’ ...

Curd is not a perennially consumable commodity. It should be avoided as much as possible in summers. Various combinations  Chaach or buttermilk : it is one of the finest forms in which curd can be consumed. The ratio of curd and water is 1:4 which is well churned and is added with Podina powder, Jeera powder and Saindha Namak. Dahi Badas : Another desirable delicacy. Prefer moong dal (green gram) badas instead of udad dal (black gram) badas. Raita : Always make sure you add podina powder or salt or jeera or sugar to curd. Points to keep in mind while eating CURD * Never consume plain curd. Make sure you add some condiments and/or spices to it. This will make it easy to digest. * Do not consume curd on a daily basis. * Ensure the curd which is used is well-formed, not semi-formed. * Strain the fluid in curd before use. Add fresh water to it. * Never take curd in the night hours as it is the unhealthiest time to have it. * Prefer freshly prepared curd. Avoid too sour cu...

Refreshingly sweet in taste, papayas are bright, pear-shaped, exotic fruits that you’ll easily find in the market throughout the year. Enclosing hundreds of black, rounded gelatinous seeds, the soft, edible orange flesh of papayas is actually nutritious, offering numerous health benefits. Here’s why you need to include these ‘fruits of angels’ in your diet. 1 Lowers cholesterol: Papayas are rich in fibre, vitamin C and antioxidants that prevent cholesterol build up in your arteries. Too much cholesterol build-up can block the arteries completely, causing a heart attack. Papaya extracts have also found to reduce lipid and triglycerides in diabetic rats [1]. You may also want to read how to reduce cholesterol levels naturally. 2 Helps weight loss : One medium sized papaya contains just 120 calories. So, if you’re planning to lose weight, don’t forget to add this light fruit to your diet. Besides, it also packed with a considerable amount of dietary fibre that aids weight los...

The health benefits of Amla, it is also known as Indian Gooseberry, will be partially attributed to its high vitamin c content . It can consume in numerous forms, like pickle and a sweet jam called murabba. Its highly beneficial for your health includes treatment of mouth ulcers, reduction of fat, eye care and hair care. Health Benefits of Amla:- * Diabetes Control  Amla or Indian gooseberries can benefit diabetes patients mostly. Take equal amount of dried amla and its leaves and crush them. Add some turmeric to this mix and eat it least twice a day. You may notice a considerable change in your blood sugar levels. * Beneficial for Eyes Crush some Amla and soak them in water for few times. Using a fine cloth, filter the water and put 2 drops in each eye a minimum of three times a day. Drinking Amla or Gooseberry juice with honey is good for improving eyesight. * Hair Care Amla or Gooseberry is used in various hair tonics because it enriches hair growth and hair pigmenta...