Ayurveda, literally translated as `the Science of Life', is an ancient form of healing and well-being which dates back 5,000 years. This natural healing method seeks not only to cure disease but also to rejuvenate the body by increasing immunity which is effective in curbing stress and promoting a positive and a relaxed mental attitude.
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The basis of Ayurveda treatment is a process of purification and rejuvenation. According to Ayurveda the accumulation of "Ama" or toxic substances in the body, years of poor diet, weak digestion and incomplete elimination of waste matter, inadequate sleep, pollution and stress lead to the imbalance of the Tri Dosha and the build up of toxins, which can lead to ill-health.
Sahanro Ayurvedic provides a unique blend of natural and homely Ayurvedic treatments in our boutique style therapy centre in East Burwood which has custom made massage tables and steam chambers with medicinal wood to provide authentic ayurvedic treatments.
At Sahanro Ayurvedic Centre, we value relationships and offer extended care to customers in terms of counselling in Ayurvedic life style and following up on the progress of treatments. Our experienced team of Ayurvedic doctors and Kerala trained therapists is oriented towards providing personalized services that offer you the best possible treatment in Ayurveda.
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- Hot oil full body Abhyanga with herbal pouch therapy
- Shirodhara and herbal steam bath
- Indian scalp massage
- Pregnancy massage
- Infant massage
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Ayurveda originated in India over 5,000 years ago. Ayurveda emphasizes the importance in establishing balance in the body through diet, lifestyle, exercise, and body cleansing, and on the health of the mind, body, and spirit.
In Australia, Ayurveda is considered a form of alternative medicine, like traditional Chinese medicine.
How popular is Ayurveda in the Australia?
In the past few years, Ayurveda has been growing in popularity in Australia, partly due to the work of Deepak Chopra, M.D., a physician who combines western medicine with Ayurveda in North America.
What does a typical Ayurvedic assessment involve?
An initial assessment with an Ayurvedic practitioner may last an hour or longer. The practitioner will ask detailed questions about your health, diet and lifestyle. He or she will listen to your pulse. Unlike mainstream medicine, 12 different pulse points are assessed in Ayurveda.
The Ayurvedic practitioner also examines the tongue; its appearance is believed to provide clues about areas of the body that may be out of balance. The appearance of the skin, lips, nails, and eyes is also observed.
After the assessment, the practitioner will determine an individual's unique balance of doshas, or metabolic types. From there, the practitioner can create an individualized treatment plan, which often includes diet, exercise, herbs, yoga, meditation, and massage.
What are the doshas?
According to Ayurveda, everything is composed of five elements: air, water, fire, earth, and space. These elements combine to form the three doshas, vata, kapha, and pitta, or metabolic types. In Ayurveda, doshas account for some of our individual differences.
The vata dosha is a combination of space and air. It controls movement and is responsible for basic body processes such as breathing, cell division and circulation. Vata body areas are the large intestine, pelvis, bones, skin, ears, and thighs. People with vata as their main dosha are believed to be quick-thinking, thin, and fast, and are susceptible to anxiety, dry skin, and constipation.
The kapha dosha represents the elements of water and earth. Kapha is believed to be responsible for strength, immunity, and growth. Kapha body areas are the chest, lungs, and spinal fluid. People with kapha as their main dosha are thought to be calm, have a solid body frame, and are susceptible to diabetes, obesity, sinus congestion, and gallbladder problems.
The pitta dosha combines fire and water. It is thought to control hormones and the digestive system. Pitta body areas are the small intestines, stomach, sweat glands, skin, blood, and eyes. People with pitta as their primary dosha are thought to have a fiery personality, oily skin, and are susceptible to heart disease, stomach ulcers, inflammation, heartburn, and arthritis.
An imbalanced dosha is believed to interrupt the natural flow of prana, or vital energy. The disrupted energy flow is then thought to impair digestion and allow the build up of body waste, or ama, which further impairs energy and digestion.
Because of its growing popularity, Ayurvedic treatments, particularly at spas and salons, are increasingly being performed by people who have not received formal training in Ayurveda. That's why if you are interested in consulting with an Ayurvedic practitioner, it is important to seek a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner and learn about his training.
WHAT IS AYURVEDA
The ancient practice of Ayurveda was invented nearly 5,000 years ago in India. Ayurveda operates under the premise that each individual was born with a unique constitution or dosha that can be either vata, pitta, kapha, or a combination of either two or three of them. It's considered to be a science of balance and longevity. The goal of Ayurvedic Therapy is to keep the body and the dosha in balance because it brings both mental and physical well being and health
The Ayurvedic Diet
The diet is another important aspect of Ayurvedic Therapy. Certain foods bring your individual constitution or dosha back into balance and certain foods promote imbalance. For example, individuals that are pitta tend to have a fiery, tempered personality, so it is not recommended that they eat hot and spicy foods like chili peppers.
Seeking Therapy
Seeking Ayurvedic Therapy involves going to an Ayurvedic Center run by an Ayurvedic Practitioner. The practitioner will then prescribe what is necessary to bring the body back into balance. The practitioner may prescribe certain herbal remedies or they may prescribe certain changes in the diet. For example, vatas need to avoid cold, frozen and raw foods to maintain balance. A kapha individual needs to avoid dairy while getting plenty of exercise to maintain balance.
Panchakarma
Aggravating the dosha causes the body to go out of balance, supposedly creating toxic by-products. When the body is in balance it promotes a happiness, health and longevity. Ayurvedic Therapy is used to maintain or bring back into balance the doshas of the body. This is done by first eliminating the toxic build up that is blocking the body's balance. Therefore, detoxification or Panchakarma is a major aspect of Ayurvedic Therapy. A Panchakarma session at an Ayurvedic center can consist of a warm body massage. This is a vigorous massage that loosens the toxins on the inside of the body. Next is a full body steam where the oils from the massage dilate the pores so that the toxins can more rapidly be shed from the system. The third part of the therapy is mental rejuvenation when warm oil is poured onto the forehead to pacify anxiety, promote relaxation, and then calm the nervous system.
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Ayurveda, Infant Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Reflexology, Remedial Massage
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