Rasayana
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 : * To increase body tissues * To increase digestive power * To increase the metabolic process at a tissue level or to improve endocrine gland function * To remove waste products or to remove excess tissues in the body * To increase the functional capacity of the brain * To increase the strength and immunity of the body * To destroy disease and establish homeostasis of energy, which prevents early aging.
Rasayana with specific purpose: * For improving longevity * For improving brain function * For improving action of the tissues * For improving action of the channel systems * 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 Rasayanass
For specific tissues, certain herbs and foods functions as Rasayanas. Some of these are:
| Plasma(Rasa) | Draksha, Shatavari, Dates |
| Blood (Rakta) | Amalki, Dhati lauha, Bhringaraj, Suvarnamakshik Bhasma |
| Muscle (Mamsa) | Masha, Ashwagandha, Bala, Nux vomica, Silver bhasma |
| Fat (Meda) | Guggulu, Shilajit, Haritaki, Guduchi, Garlic |
| Bone (Asthi) | Shukti (mother of pearl) bhasma, Kukkutandatwak bhasma, Vamsharochana, |
| Nerve (Majja) | Calamus, Gotukola, Shankhapushpi, Loha bhasma, Gold bhasma, Makaradhwaja |
| 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).
| Respiratory System | Chyavanprash, Vardhaman pippli |
| Water Metabolism System | Fresh ginger, Cyperus, Cardamom |
| Digestive System | Long pepper, Bhallataka, Haritaki, |
| Circulatory System (lymphatic portion) | Draksha, Shatavari, Dates |
| Circulatory System (blood portion) | Amalki, Dhati lauha, Bhringaraj, Suvarnamakshik Bhasma |
| Muscular System | Masha, Ashwagandha, Bala, Nux vomica, Silver bhasma |
| Adipose System | Guggulu, Shilajit, Haritaki, Guduchi, Garlic |
| Skeletal System | Shukti (mother of pearl) bhasma, Kukkutandatwak bhasma, Vamsharochana, |
| Nervous System | Aswagandha, Calamus, Gotukola, Shankhapushpi, Loha bhasma, Gold bhasma, Makaradhwaja |
| Reproductive System | Aswagandha, Kapikacchu, Sweta Mushali, Shatavari, Vidarikanda,Gold bhasma, Ghee and Cow milk. |
| Urinary System | Punarnava, Gokshura |
| Excretory System | Kutaj, Vidanga, Triphala |
| Sweat System | Basil, Nux vomica |
| Menstrual System | Ashoka, Lodhra, Shatavari |
| Lactation System | Shatavari, Jeeraka, Milk |
Rasayana for senses and other organs:
| Eye | Triphala, Licorice, Shatavari |
| Nose | Nasya of Anu oil |
| Skin | Tuvarak, Catechu, Bakuchi |
| Brain | Gotu kola, calamus |
| Heart | Guggul, Elecampane, Gold bhasma |
| Neuro-Muscular System | Bala, Nagbala, Garlic, Guggul |
Rasayana according to constitution:
| Vata | Bala, Ashwagandha |
| Pitta | Amalaki, Shatavari, Guduchi |
| Kapha | Bhallataka, Guggul, Long pepper, Garlic |
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