Ayurvedic Health and Wellness Center Opens in Mountain View, California

Ayurvedic Health and Wellness Center Opens in Mountain View, California

September 27th, 2010

Mountain View, CA:  Dr. Jay Apte  announced the grand opening of her new 4,100 sq. ft. Ayurvedic Health and Wellness Center  in Mountain View, California. The Center, dedicated to bringing together the benefits of ancient wisdom and western knowledge, features a clinic staffed by an expert team of Ayurvedic doctors, yoga & meditation studio, diet & lifestyle counseling, physical therapy, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage services, special rejuvenation programs, cooking classes, lectures, and seminars.

As part of its comprehensive menu of services, specifically designed to improve quality of life for busy Silicon Valley professionals and their families, the Center also provides the highly sought-after Ayurvedic rejuvenation program “Panchakarma” which incorporates a series of customized detoxifying, balancing, and nourishing therapies. Developed thousands of years ago, Panchakarma is a time-proven therapy for increasing energy levels and brain function, strengthening the immune system, and increasing longevity.

“As healthcare in the United States transitions from “sickness care” to “wellness care” in the 21st Century, there is a growing need for holistic and wellness centers, says Dr. Jay Apte, founder of the Ayurvedic Health and Wellness Center. “An increasing number of people are opting for complementary and alternative medicine approaches such as Ayurveda and other natural philosophies, to solve their health problems because these therapies emphasize prevention, incorporate all aspects of human being – body, mind, spirit – instead of focusing only on physical body. We create “custom tailored” wellness plans, rather than one size fit all programs.”

Centrally located in the heart of Silicon Valley, near many of the world’s leading technology companies, the Center offers corporate wellness programs to address the special needs of high stress individuals and provides informational programs and seminars for individuals, groups, and businesses on Ayurveda, as well as other disciplines such as acupuncture and chiropractic. Plans are also in place to open a holistic store to offer various health and wellness products including holistic, ready-to-cook, pre-packaged foods and herbal supplements.

The Center  celebrated its grand opening with an open house on September 11th and 12th between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

Asparagus, garlic in daily diet helps shed weight & control diabetes

Asparagus, garlic in daily diet helps shed weight & control diabetes

September 28th, 2010

Including food like asparagus, artichokes and garlic in daily diet, can help shed excess weight, while also helping to keep blood sugar levels under control, revealed a recent study.

Researchers have noticed that a diet rich in fermentable carbohydrates such as garlic, asparagus and artichokes can suppress hunger, while also helping the body in regulating blood sugar levels. The reason behind this could be because these foods prompt the release of gut hormones that reduce appetite. They enhance the sensitivity to insulin, thereby leading to better glucose control.

A Dietician at Imperial College, London, Nicola Guess, also the study lead, said on investigating the appetite and glucose level control in people with Type 2 Diabetes, it is hoped that there will be a way out to prevent its onset
Therefore, if the study has been successful, it can be determined if such fermentable carbohydrates can form an effective and affordable health intervention, to reduce an individual’s risk of developing diabetes.

Currently, the Charity Diabetes UK is funding research into the health benefits of such foods. If it is found to be effective this could be used as treatment for obesity and Type 2 diabetes.

An earlier study by the Leicester University had revealed that eating green leafy vegetables, including Broccoli, kale, spinach, cabbage and sprouts, on daily basis can cut the risk of Type 2 diabetes.

Migraine relief with Ayurveda

Migraine relief with Ayurveda

November 3rd, 2010

Migraine is one of the most common types of headache found in people and predominantly in women in comparison to men. Though it is found in a lot of people the actual cause is not clearly known and different people can have different triggers that leads to a migraine.

Allopathy may have a lot of on the counter medications that will give temporary relief from the headache. Migraines affect our normal working patterns especially when it is accompanied by nausea, throbs and similar discomforts.

Ayurveda tries to find the root cause of migraine by taking into consideration the body states in terms of the Vata, Pitta and Kapha doshas. Ayurveda suggests a healthy diet, Yoga and Panchakarma treatments to get rid of migraine.

Diet : 
Good dietary habits would help an individual maintain good health and offer immunity from recurring bouts of headaches. Consuming cooked vegetables without oil should be encouraged. Have a diet rich in fruits and vegetables. Vegetable juices and soup, fruits and fruit juices including apple, mango, should be taken in ample quantities. Highly-fruit based diet for a day or two can relieve pain. Grapes, lemons, cabbage juice are especially important. Rice, salad and buttermilk can always be consumed.

Yoga: 
Simple yoga treatments have been found to serve both as an alternative and as a supplement for dealing with Migraine and Headaches. Yoga is known to offer both cure and immunity from headaches. Headaches caused due to tension and worry can be alleviated through deep breathing and relaxation, especially in a lying down position in a quiet place. Inverted postures, or those where the head is lowered briefly, increase oxygen to the brain and can reduce headache-causing strain. However, for those suffering from severe headache like migraine, any type of exercise can be injurious.

Panchakarma: 
Nasya or medicated oil drops used for the treatment of migraine is of two types. The first is called “Shirovirechan”, in which strong, irritant medicines are instilled as nasal drops, which induce sneezing and watery discharge. The second is called as “Avapidak nasya’ in which a paste is prepared of a herb or several herbs, and the liquid is inserted in the nostrils. Usually, herbs like Vacha (Acorus calamus) and Pippali ( Piper longum) are used along with honey. Both procedures are aimed at removing the cause of the headache and the pain.

The medicated enema used in migraine is called as “Anuvasan Basti”. Small quantities of medicated oils, usually about 50 ml. are given at regular intervals, on an outpatient basis. Oil of Sesame and Mahanarayan oil (containing mainly Asparagus racemosus) are usually used for this purpose.

Ayurvedic medications:
Suvarna Sutashekhara Ras is the most commonly prescribed Ayurvedic drug for treating migraine. It is not just a preventive but also a curative means Dose: It is given in the dose of 125 milligram twice daily. The medication is to be taken with milk. Godanti Bhasma is a medication to be taken with honey three times a day. Other preparations include Tribhuvankirti, Bhallatakasav, Triphala Guggulu

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Curcumin or turmeric can stop cancer in its earliest stages

Curcumin or turmeric can stop cancer in its earliest stages

October 14th, 2010

According to experts, curcumin or turmeric can stop cancer in its earliest stages, long before it is detectable. It works at the level of the cell.

Foundation for Head and Neck Oncology president Dr Anil D’cruz said there have been a lot of innovations in head and neck oncology research. “Earlier, advanced patients were administered high doses of chemotherapy. Now there are low doses of metronomic chemotherapy. There are anti-cancerous agents as simple as curcumin that is used vastly in Ayurveda,” he said.

Integration of different streams of medicines and making cancer care affordable were the buzz words at the International Federation of Head and Neck Oncologic Societies world-tour meeting on Wednesday.

To give advice on how to make services affordable was member of governing council of Medical Council of India ( MCI) and chairman of Narayana Hrudayalaya, Dr Devi Shetty, who said: “India will have a model healthcare system in five years. We have a population of 1.2 billion people and 28 million babies are born every year. Fifty per cent of our population is less than 25 years old. It’s a huge strength. When I was a medical student, I was told that healthcare in India is going to be very expensive. But look at America now, 50% of the population doesn’t have decent medical care,” he said.

He gave examples of model insurance schemes like Karnataka’s Yeshasvini, following which Andhra Pradesh implemented Arogyashri and Tamil Nadu implemented Kalaignar. “We are currently helping six states to launch micro health insurance schemes. Healthcare infrastructure is undergoing a sea change. Karnataka alone has more nursing colleges than America. At Health City, we are performing around 54 heart surgeries per day,” he added. (TOI)

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California College of Ayurveda announces Cancer Management Program for 2010

November 25th, 2010No comments »

The California College of Ayurveda announces a complete program in Ayurvedic medicine and the management of cancer for December 2010 in its primary location in northern California. Ayurveda is a traditional medicine from India that focuses on a variety of healing modalities including nutrition, herbs, sensory and body therapies and Ayurvedic Yoga therapy.

By far, cancer is the most feared of all disease. Taunting humanity with the threat of a slow, painful death it is often the first disease people think they have when they experience pain or feel a lump in their bodies. Ayurvedic medicine offers and effective an holistic treatment option to cancer that focuses in healing the body, but also the mind and the spirit.

Dr. Marc Halpern, founder and president of the California College of Ayurveda, will be presenting a two-day program in December on the 11th and 12th  about Ayurveda and Cancer in Nevada City, CA. During this two-day program participants will have the opportunity to immerse in the Ayurvedic treatment of Cancer and will understand how to support the healing process of those who are confronting these conditions. Participants will learn about the role of diet and lifestyle, yoga and meditation, and of course herbs in the management and treatment of cancer. While everyone is looking for the definitive cure for cancer in an herb, Ayurvedic practitioners know that healing is more than taking a pill. Herbs offer great potential to stimulate the healing process and can even destroy cancer cells. Ayurveda uses a multitude of additional healing modalities including diet, colors, aromas, sound, lifestyle recommendations, pancha karma, meditation, and yoga in order to support maximize the body’s potential for healing.

Dr. Halpern is an internationally respected expert in the fields of Ayurveda and Yoga, and is the only individual who has received the award for Best Ayurvedic Physician outside of India. He is a co-founder of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association and publishes recognized journals in the fields. For more details about this program or the Ayurvedic education programs offered by the school, please call (530) 478 9100 or visit www.AyurvedaCollege.com