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(Rejuvenation)
Rasayana is a
special type of treatment containing various
methods of rejuvenation. It derives from 'Rasa'
and 'Ayana.' The literal meaning of Rasa is the
essence of something. Anything ingested into the
body in the form of food or medicine is first
resynthesized into Rasa Dhatu, the basic plasma
tissue. Ayana is the method by which Rasa is
carried to all the body tissues for biochemical
metamorphosis (Rasakriya). The concept of Rasayana
is based on these two principles of conservation
and transmutation of energy. Rasayana therapy
strives to improve physical, mental and moral
Qualities. It prevents old age, restores
youthfulness, improves the complexion and the
voice, increases physical strength and immunity.
It strengthens memory and intelligence, gives
happiness to oneself, and a life which is
beneficial to others.
Benefits of Rasayana :
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To
increase body tissues
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To
increase digestive power
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To
increase the metabolic process at a tissue level
or to improve endocrine gland function
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To
remove waste products or to remove excess
tissues in the body
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To
increase the functional capacity of the brain
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To
increase the strength and immunity of the body
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To
destroy disease and establish homeostasis of
energy, which prevents early aging.
Rasayana with specific purpose:
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For improving longevity
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For improving brain function
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For improving action of the tissues
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For improving action of the channel systems
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For improving action of the senses
The Rejuvenative programs of Ayurveda:
Rhythmic massages that relax each tendon.
Medicated baths revitalize every nerve. Diets that
restore you to sound health. The rejuvenation
programs of Ayurveda are designed to improve your
vitality, enhance immunity and increase longevity.
Besides, good health goes a long way in bringing
out the best in you. Adding a healthy glow to your
skin, it will awaken the sleeping beauty within.
Adding years to life, and life to your years.
Rejuvenation Therapy (Rasayana Chikitsa):
Tones up the skin and rejuvenates & strengthens
all the tissues, so as to achieve ideal health and
longevity. Increases 'Ojas' (primary vitality) and
improves 'Sattva' (mental clarity) and thereby
increases the resistance of the body. Includes
head and face massage with medicated oils and
creams, body massage with herbal oil or powder, by
hand, internal rejuvenative medicines and
medicated steam bath. Herbal baths are also used.
Body Immunisation And Longevity Treatment
(Kayakalpa
Chikitsa):
Prime treatment for retarding the ageing process,
arresting the degeneration of body cells and
immunisation of the system. Includes intake of
Rasayana (special Ayurvedic medicines and diet)
and comprehensive body care programs. Most
effective for either sex if undertaken before the
age of 50.
General Rasayanas
For
specific tissues, certain herbs and foods
functions as Rasayanas. Some of these are:
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Plasma(Rasa) |
Draksha,
Shatavari, Dates |
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Blood (Rakta) |
Amalki, Dhati
lauha, Bhringaraj, Suvarnamakshik Bhasma |
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Muscle (Mamsa) |
Masha,
Ashwagandha, Bala, Nux vomica, Silver bhasma |
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Fat (Meda) |
Guggulu,
Shilajit, Haritaki, Guduchi, Garlic |
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Bone (Asthi) |
Shukti (mother
of pearl) bhasma,
Kukkutandatwak bhasma,
Vamsharochana, |
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Nerve (Majja) |
Calamus,
Gotukola, Shankhapushpi, Loha bhasma, Gold
bhasma, Makaradhwaja |
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Reproductive (Shukra) |
Kapikacchu, Vidarikanda, Shatavari,
Ashwagandha, Gold bhasma, Ghee and Cow milk. |
Rasayana for channel-systems:
Certain Herbs and Food functions as Rasayana in
specific channel-systems (Srotas).
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Respiratory
System |
Chyavanprash, Vardhaman pippli |
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Water
Metabolism System |
Fresh
ginger, Cyperus, Cardamom |
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Digestive
System |
Long
pepper, Bhallataka, Haritaki, |
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Circulatory
System (lymphatic portion) |
Draksha,
Shatavari, Dates |
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Circulatory
System (blood portion) |
Amalki, Dhati
lauha, Bhringaraj, Suvarnamakshik Bhasma |
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Muscular
System |
Masha,
Ashwagandha, Bala, Nux vomica, Silver bhasma |
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Adipose
System |
Guggulu,
Shilajit, Haritaki, Guduchi, Garlic |
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Skeletal
System |
Shukti (mother
of pearl) bhasma,
Kukkutandatwak bhasma,
Vamsharochana, |
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Nervous
System |
Aswagandha,
Calamus, Gotukola, Shankhapushpi, Loha
bhasma, Gold bhasma, Makaradhwaja |
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Reproductive System |
Aswagandha,
Kapikacchu, Sweta Mushali, Shatavari,
Vidarikanda,Gold
bhasma, Ghee and Cow milk. |
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Urinary
System |
Punarnava,
Gokshura |
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Excretory
System |
Kutaj,
Vidanga, Triphala |
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Sweat
System |
Basil,
Nux vomica |
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Menstrual
System |
Ashoka, Lodhra,
Shatavari |
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Lactation
System |
Shatavari,
Jeeraka, Milk |
Rasayana for senses and other organs:
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Eye |
Triphala, Licorice, Shatavari |
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Nose |
Nasya of Anu oil |
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Skin |
Tuvarak, Catechu, Bakuchi |
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Brain |
Gotu kola, calamus |
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Heart |
Guggul, Elecampane, Gold bhasma |
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Neuro-Muscular
System |
Bala, Nagbala, Garlic, Guggul |
Rasayana according to constitution:
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Vata |
Bala, Ashwagandha |
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Pitta |
Amalaki, Shatavari, Guduchi |
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Kapha |
Bhallataka, Guggul, Long pepper, Garlic |
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