The basic philosophy of ayurveda

1.Panchamaha bhuthas

The basic philosophy of ayurveda is based on the panchamahabhutas theory,

According to ayurveda all things on the earth are formed by Panchamaha bhuthas ,there is not a single thing  on the earth ,which is not made out of these mahabhutas,  the elements are found in nature as well as human body. The medicines as well as eatables, which we use in our day today life, are formed by panchamahabhutas

1.       PRITHVI (EARTH)

2.       AP (WATER)

3.       TEJAS  (FIRE)

4.       VAYU  (AIR)

5.       AKASHA (SPACE)

PRITHVI (EARTH)

 

 

 

 

GUNA (properties):-

The particle of the earth element is heavy, rough, dense, hard, tough, big in size, neither too hot nor too cold

RASA (Taste):-

Swadu (sweet) and Astringent

Sense organ and sense:-

Nose –smell (gandha)

Organs in human body:-

Muscle, viscera, skin and Malas (the excreta product through out of human body)

Functions:-

·         Shape to human body

·         Weight to human body

·         Imparts stability to human body

Food or eatable

Meat, wheat, rice and etc

AP (WATER)

Water is present in nature in the natural resources like well, river, sea etc

It’s present in the different organs and parts of body. In human body in deferent proportions over all if you see human body is made water in major proposition, as its contains 70 % of water

Characters:-

Heavy, liquid, particles are big in size, cold, moisture, permeable, soft and viscous

Organs:-

Secretion of body, urine, sperm, blood, lymph, saliva etc

Taste:-

Sour, salty and astringent

Sense organ & sense:-

Tongue – taste

Functions:-

·         Cooling the temperature of the body

·         Weight of the body

·         Acts as lubricating agent in the body(I e Synovial fluid present in joint

·         Nourishment to the body

·         Keeps all the cells and tissue together

Eatable:-

Citrus fruit, water, milk etc

           TEJAS (FIRE)

In the natural form it is present in the form of sunlight in the nature; in the same manner fire is present in the human body in different organs like eyes as well as bile secreted in the gall bladder of the liver, gastric juice secreted in the stomach etc

Character:-

Light, minute, sharp, hot, lightening

Taste (rasa):-

Pungent, salt and sour

Sense &sense organ

Eye – eye sight

Organs:-

Eyes, bile, gastric juice, enzymes etc

Functions:-

·         Maintain eye sight

·         Distinguish the colours

·         Maintain the body temperature

·         Digestion of the food

VAYU (AIR)

In the natural form it’s the Air. Which we inhale, it is present in the human body in different parts of body, its important pancha mahabhutas which if not received to animals or plants they cannot survive for a long time

Gunas (character)

Light, dry, rough, minute, cold, transparent and more tangible than ether

Rasa (taste)

Astringent and bitter

Sense & sense organ

Skin – touch

Organs

Intestines, skin and bones, etc

Function

·         Helps in respiration

·         Excretion

·         Feelings the sense of touch

Eatable

Pop corn, bread and cake etc

AKASHA (SPACE)

In the nature it’s the sky. It is said to be the first element originated .this is element is important all other as rest as get place to stay in this mahabhutas. In similar manner in human body also this element also provides space for different organs, because without space of this whole world would have been a big mass

It has no particles nor does it have any taste

Sense and sense organ

Ear-hearing

Organs

Abdomen, intestines, bones, ear, and all cavities in the body

Functions

·         In the human it provides space to respective place   of all organs

·         Keep different organs and cells separate from each other

·         Function of hearing is particularly by space element

Foods

Pop corns, bitter guard, capsicum etc

These pancha mahabhutas theory is also helpful in curing various disease, because it’s said in the theory of ayurveda that medicine or food stuff having qualities as characteristics similar to the aggravate the symptoms of the disease, whereas if we use the food stuff of opposite characteristics it helps in curing the disease by reducing the aggravated mahabhutas in the disease for e.g.  If a person suffering from hyper acidity if he is still continuously eating the food stuff which is rich in fire element naturally his symptoms of the disease will be aggravated more, where as food stuff rich in prithvi mahabhutas helps in decreasing the symptoms of acidity

Diet – obesity

Diet – obesity

Diet – obesity

·         6-7 cup of water (500ml) in empty stomach followed with brisk walking for an 1-2 km or perform suryanamaskara

7.oo am       -        Ashguard juice or hotwater with honey

9.00 am                -              Idli / dosai/ chappathi / puttu/ appam  4 nos or 250 gm with boiled vegetable 1 cup

11.00 am              -              lemon juice with honey / buttermilk – 200ml

1 pm                      -              2 cup of rice with boiled(250gm) with half cup half boiled vegetable

4 pm                      -              wheat gress juice / amla juice (diluted) – 200 ml

8 pm                      -              4 chappati + boiled vegetable 1 cup

Go to bed 2 hrs after dinner

Tips on Eye Care

Correct positioning of your computer, keyboard and typing copy is essential. Your screen should be positioned about an arm's length from your eyes and 20 degrees below eye level. Consider foot and wrist rests for added comfort.

Lighting can make all the difference

Room lighting should be diffuse, not direct, to reduce glare and reflections from your screen. Look into an internal or external glare screen and be sure to set your colour, contrast and brightness levels to suit you.

A little extra help for your glasses

Anti-reflective coatings on the lenses of your glasses can be applied by your optometrist to reduce discomfort and to ease reduced vision from bright and/or flickering light sources such as VDTs and fluorescent lights. And don't forget, your doctor of optometry can talk to you about eyeglasses designed specifically for people who use computers a lot.

Take time out, our 20-20-20 rule

Step I :-

After every 20 minutes of looking into the computer screen, turn your head and try to look at any object placed at least 20 feet away. This changes the focal length of your eyes, a must-do for the tired eyes.

Step II :-

Try and blink your eyes for 20 times in succession, to moisten them.

Step III :-

Time permitting of course, one should walk 20 paces after every 20 minutes of sitting in one particular posture. Helps blood circulation for the entire body.

It's all in the blinking

Did you know that on average we blink 12 times per minute? But wait, did you know that when we're on the computer we only blink 5 times per minute? That can add up to dry eyes. Relieve the discomfort by using artificial tear drops or gels and remember to blink!

Palming

Sit straight at your workstation and rub your palms against each other till you feel them warm. The warmth of your palms helps soothe and relax tired eyes. Then, lightly cup your eyes with your palms and relax for 60 seconds. Count the seconds in your mind. Repeat this exercise two to three times whenever your eyes feel tired, or as often as you want. While palming, you can either rest your elbows on your desk or keep away from the desk and cup your eyes. Both ways are fine.

Splash water on your face

During breaks, splash water on your face while closing your eyes. This has an overall relaxing effect and helps you feel refreshed.

Use tea bags

Keep two used tea bags in the refrigerator before you leave for work. Once you are home, place the tea bags on your eyes for a few minutes as you relax. This not only soothes tired eyes, but also reduces puffiness.

Eat healthy

Incorporate Vitamins A, C, and E on a daily basis; eat citrus fruits, green leafy veggies, tomatoes, spinach, poultry and dairy products. Pack a box of chopped carrots, cucumber and fresh fruits and munch in-between meals at the office.