| A healthy immune system is the key to avoiding | | | | up stamina, fight inflammation and infections, |
| flu, preventing cancer, and living a life of vitality | | | | oppose tumors, reduce stress, and protect the |
| and longevity. In today's frantic paced society we | | | | liver. It may also prevent diabetes, combat |
| are more stressed than ever and our immune | | | | malaria, and appears to strengthen bones. |
| systems are bearing the brunt of it, as evidenced | | | | 2) Guggul: is the resin of a small indian tree. It |
| by the ever increasing rates of cancer and other | | | | stimulates the skin, mucous membranes, and |
| autoimmune diseases like, arthritis, fibromyalgia, | | | | kidneys to excrete toxins. This herb also relieves |
| and chronic fatigue syndrome. | | | | pain and strengthens the thyroid by raising the |
| In Ayurveda terms, prevention is the best | | | | blood level of thyroid hormones. Its strong |
| medicine., and strengthening one's immune system | | | | anti-inflammatory action makes guggul the best |
| is essential. It is more beneficial to stay healthy | | | | medicine for relieving many kinds of arthritis. In |
| than to try to restore health after it is lost. The | | | | india, the standardized extract of this herb is a |
| road to recovery can be long. | | | | cholesterol and triglyceride lowering medicine. |
| Ayurveda gives us tips for daily routines and to | | | | 3). Licorice: means "sweet talk" in the ancient |
| balance each individual's constitution (dosha). Some | | | | Indian language of Sanskrit. However, the |
| of these include specific times of day for arising, | | | | medicinal herb is a far cry from the candy that is |
| bathing, eating, resting, exercise, meditation, and | | | | eaten in the United States today. As a popular |
| bedtime. Consistency is the key. Yet many find | | | | medicine in China as well as India, it is |
| that sticking to a self care routine is challenging. In | | | | recommended for asthma, bronchitis, cough, and |
| our fast paced culture there just doesn't seem to | | | | sore throat. It is used in conditions of arthritis, |
| be enough hours in the day, which contributes to | | | | bladder and kidney problems, and tummy troubles |
| the vicious cycle leading to chronic illness. | | | | including peptic ulcers. Recent studies point to this |
| Ayurveda offers some alternatives to going | | | | herbs anticancer, anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, |
| through life, weak, frazzled, sick, and exhausted. | | | | and antimicrobial powers. But, therapeutic doses |
| Supported by scientific research here are three | | | | need to be monitored and evaluated by a qualified |
| ancient herbs that support a healthy lifestyle | | | | alternative health care practitioner because long |
| when used properly and consistently. | | | | term use may lead to some unwanted side |
| 1) Ashwaghanda: is a popular ayurvedic medicine | | | | effects like, headache, high blood pressure, and |
| that is "good for just about anything that ails you". | | | | water retention. |
| Traditionally it is recommended to clear the mind, | | | | Ayurveda offers many wonderful solutions for |
| calm the nerves, and promote restful sleep. | | | | restoring health. As with any herb or medication, |
| Ashwaghanda has been found to improve thinking | | | | one should always consult with their healthcare |
| skills in double-blind, clinical research. Its active | | | | professionals and integrate a holistic approach to |
| ingredients may bolster the immune system, buck | | | | natural health and healing. |