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Ayurveda is an ancient Indian medical practice that encompasses a range of treatments, including Herbal Medicine, changes in diet, meditation, massage and Yoga, to maintain or restore health.

According to Ayurveda, every person contains some of the universe's five basic elements: earth, air, fire, water and ether (or space). The combination of these elements in each individual breaks down into three metabolic body types, or doshas. They are known as vata, pitta and kapha. The theory behind Ayurveda states that sickness is caused by an imbalance in one ore more of the doshas, resulting in toxicity in the body and mind.

Ayurveda does not only address specific health concerns but also offers explanation as to why one person responds differently to another. Ayurveda itself is a holistic healing science that can be applied to every activity in life and for some, becomes a complete way of life. Research has shown that individuals who practice Ayurvedic methods are at a decreased risk for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and stress, all factors for heart disease. Herbal remedies within the treatment are considered to help allergies, arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, menstrual cramps, Parkinson's disease, and digestive disorders, including constipation and irritable bowel syndrome.

The first Ayurveda consult may last 45 to 90 minutes. Your doshic profile will be determined when questioned about your physical traits, emotional temperament, food preferences and mental attributes. Once your dosha is identified, a combination of Ayurvedic treatments will be prescribed. The frequency and duration of Ayurvedic visits varies widely, depending on your condition and the practitioner's prescription.

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References

Acidic Foods
Read on to find out why we need to balance acidic and alkaline foods.
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Acidic_Foods

Alkaline Foods
Alkaline foods are vital for helping the body to maintain its natural pH balance. Read on to find out more about why this balance needs to be maintained and to learn more about alkaline foods.
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Alkaline_Foods

Andrographis
Andrographis is a shrub found throughout India and other Asian countries that is sometimes referred to as “Indian Echinacea”. It is also known as the “King of Bitters”. Find out more about its health benefits.
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/andrographis

Autism
Autism is a mental health and developmental disorder. It is characterised by things such as difficulty or an inability to create normal social relationships, compulsive and/or ritualistic behaviour, and sometimes a failure to develop normal levels of int
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Autism_Natural_and_Nutritional_Treatments

Ayurveda and Food
Food is an important part of the Ayurvedic system and an Ayurvedic diet can both prevent and heal disease within the body
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Ayurveda_and_Food

Ayurvedic Constitutions
In the teachings of Ayurveda, the five elements – ether, air, fire, water, and earth – manifest in the body as the three doshas or energies. These doshas are the Ayurvedic constitutions.
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Ayurvedic_Constitutions

Ayurvedic Skin Care
Ayurvedic skin care is an ancient system of caring for your skin. Read on to learn more about your skin type and how you can best care for your skin.
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/ayurvedic_skin_care

Cinnamon
Cinnamon is a well known spice used in cooking, but did you know that it can also be used therapeutically? Cinnamon actually has a wide range of health benefits. Read on to learn more.
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/cinnamon

Food Intolerances
Understand about food intolerances being a reaction to a specific food or ingredient
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/all_about_food_intolerances

Gout
Gout is caused by a build up of uric acid in the fluids of the body. When the uric acid forms crystals and the crystals deposit in joints such as the big toe, tendons, or other tissues, they cause pain, inflammation, and eventually damage
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Gout

Gymnema
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/gymnema

Herbal Pick-Me-Ups
Leave the coffee and choose a herbal remedy to revitalise and rejuvenate you!
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/herbal_pick_me_ups

Irritable Bowel Syndrome
characterised by abdominal pain, cramping, and changes in your bowel function, such as bloating, gas, diarrhea and constipation
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Irritable_Bowel_Syndrome_Information

Liver Detox
Are you sluggish it could mean you need to detox your liver
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Why_You_Should_Detox_Your_Liver

Neti Pots
Neti pots are small pots with spouts that are designed to clean your nasal passages
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Neti_Pots

PMS – Premenstrual Syndrome
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), also known as Premenstrual Tension (PMT), is the name that is used to describe a collection of physical and emotional symptoms that affect women before the start of menstruation.
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/PMS_Premenstrual_Syndrome

Rosacea
If you suffer from rosacea, there are some natural treatments that you can try in order to improve the condition.
http://www.naturaltherapypages.com.au/article/Rosacea

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ANTA - Australian Natural Therapists Association


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