Ayurveda for immunity- Tips and practices for a healthier tomorrow

The pandemic was an unprecedented health crisis that the world faced. It highlighted the saying “Prevention is better than cure”. Ayurvedic rules for healthy life have become more relevant than never now a days. Holistic approach in Ayurveda to well-being is most pertinent to our current situations. It has a wealth of knowledge that we can use to uplift and strengthen the mind and body.

“Samadosha samagnischa samadhathu malakriya

Prasannatmendriyamanaha swastha ithyabhidheeyathe” 

                                                                              ( Susrutha Samhitha)

That means the dosas, agnis, dhathus and elimination of wastes are in normalcy. The sensory organs, the motor organs, mind and soul are in a pleasant state.

• Finding the ideal balance

In Ayurvedic way of living, humankind is not seen in isolation. Indeed, every one of us is a part of our environment and we grow and shaped by our surroundings. These surroundings are not only the manifestations of nature that are visible to the eye but also the micro-organisms around us and the microbiome that sustains us. The impact that we have on nature and that nature, in turn, has on us are essential. Being surrounded by nature that is at peace and in balance outside helps us, in turn, achieve our internal balance and health.

So, when there is a global health problem such as a pandemic, it is a red flag to all of mankind that means there is a serious imbalance between us and nature. It has shown us that nature's being in a state of disharmony has thrown the harmony and good health of mankind into a state of chaos. So, to heal ourselves we need to look to the resources that nature offers us to heal and restore our Agni and Ojas

• Good life through Lifestyle choices and rituals

When one takes the time to observe nature, it is evident that it functions cyclically and rhythmically. Natural phenomena like the sunrise, sunset, tides, and seasons all have their set times and repeat rhythmically. When we tune in and align ourselves to the repetitive rhythms of nature, we find that we are able to create the same calming rhythm in our lives. And this is where the guidance of an ayurveda doctor in Dubai becomes invaluable, helping us understand and implement Ayurvedic lifestyle tips for a healthier tomorrow.

• Meditation-The importance of a calm and balanced mind is apparent when one learns the adverse impact that stress has on one's health. The health of the mind and the body are intedependent. An excellent and  good way to achieve a healthy mind as per Ayurvedic health tips is to destress, and the best way is to prevent stress in the first place. Both these goals are best achieved through meditation

• Proper breathing techniques- We think of nutrition as being just-food. But Ayurveda sees food itself as the medicine. But above all, one vital life-sustaining nutrient that we often overlook is our breath. We do not usually pay much attention to this function, and improper breathing is all too common. The first step to proper breathing is to be mindful of it. Observe your breath and take a couple of minutes throughout the day to mindfully breathe slowly 

• Regular sleep schedules -Sleep is the reprieve that a person gets from each long day filled with the stress and strain of daily life. The mind and body perform the important processes of detoxification and completion of the digestive process when a person is asleep. When a person does not get enough sleep these processes are incomplete and cause stagnation and toxic buildup over time. 

• Proper Diet- We all know how important a healthy and balanced diet is. But Ayurveda also addresses the meal schedule. And this is one amongst the most important Ayurvedic lifestyle tip to not overlook. As per Ayurvedic principles, the body's metabolism functions at its best when there is a regular meal schedule. Ayurvedic principles also advocate that one should:

• Prefer to drink warm water as it stimulates the digestive fire or Agni
• Drink enough water and stay well hydrated especially during summer and autumn
• Eat moist and warm foods that are easy to digest and reduce the intake of foods that are cold and raw

“The secret message of lotus”

                    The lotus is regarded as a symbol of hope, enlightenment, rebirth, and purity. The lotus plant grows in muddy water yet produces brilliance and beauty blooms. It symbolises the potential that Ayurveda have to overcome difficult obstacles and produce amazing results for both mind and body. Please have a schedule at Dr. Shyam’s Ayurveda Center Dubai, Al Nahdai for a healthier tomorrow.  

By

Dr.Remya M J, BAMS MD

Dr. Shyam’s Ayurveda Center

Al Nahda, Dubai