As a yoga therapist I use yoga and meditation as the core modalities for maintaining health and wellbeing. However I often meet with clients who require more support to restore and build their health.
Effective yoga therapy may require other modalities such as herbal remedies, acupuncture, massage and bodywork, as well as counselling or psychotherapy to fully support positive change. As a yoga therapist I use various combinations of these modalities with yoga and meditation, depending on the individual lifestyle and condition of the client.
One of the most useful additions to yoga therapy is its sister science; Ayurveda. Ayurvedic medicine is a deep and ancient system that brings powerful healing through simple lifestyle and diet changes and with the use of herbs. When using Ayurvedic herbs I recommend pure organic Ayurvedic herbs?that?are reliable, effective and potent.?As such, I choose herbs?supplied by close associates based in the USA who have developed organic, fair trade farming in India. The herbs I use most frequently are those for relieving stress, anxiety, fatigue, poor concentration, and to support the balance of female hormones.
Here are four Ayurvedic herbal formulas that I find most effective, especially when combined with an appropriate yoga and meditation practice program:
Women’s Support?is a cleansing and revitalizing Ayurvedic remedy that strengthens the female reproductive system. This Ayurvedic formula nourishes the blood and removes excess heat (pitta dosha) from the body. It soothes the nerves and tissues of the body and calms mental agitation. Women’s Support balances hormones and regulates the menstrual cycle, easing?pain and discomfort before and during menstruation. It supports fertility, a healthy libido and eases the transition into menopause. Shatavari, the main ingredient, is a natural aphrodisiac and is traditionally used to support fertility and vitality.?Buy?Women’s Support Ayurvedic Remedy.
Stress Ease?combines three great Ayurvedic herbs: ashwagandha, shatavari and brahmi. Ayurvedic medicine tells us that this highly rejuvenating formula is especially beneficial when you are prone to fatigue, exhaustion, weakness and overwhelm. Stress Ease reduces excess of the air element (vata dosha), which can manifest as nervousness, anxiety, fear and feelings of being scattered and ungrounded. These herbs are used to bolster the immune system and increase stamina and resilience. They nourish and strengthen the muscles thereby increasing your ability to surmount physical, mental and emotional challenges. Buy Stress Ease Ayurvedic Remedy.
Mental Clarity?contains the herb brahmi blended with other herbs to support all aspects of mental performance. Mental Clarity is useful for people who are prone to forgetfulness, confusion and indecision. These herbs are used to support better attention, memory and recall, greater focus and concentration, and to improve your ability to learn. Mental Clarity is an ideal organic Ayurvedic herbal supplement for students, seniors and anyone engaged in mentally demanding work.?Buy Mental Clarity Ayurvedic Remedy.
Tranquil Mind is a beautifully balanced Ayurvedic formula made from a synergistic blend of organically grown, calming, warming and grounding herbs that soothe the brain and mind without creating a state of dullness or lethargy. These herbs are used in Ayurvedic medicine for the management of moderate worry and anxiety. They calm the mind and induce a sense of peace and wellbeing. They are also used to reduce the negative effects of stress and a hectic lifestyle by reducing excess of air element (vata dosha) in the nervous system and thereby balancing mental activity. Buy Tranquil Mind Ayurvedic Remedy.
In each of the combinations given below tablets from each formula can be taken at the same time.
Stress Ease and Mental Clarity – Stress Ease supports physical stamina and vitality while Mental Clarity supports the mind.
Stress Ease and Tranquil Mind – Stress and anxiety often occur simultaneously and are catalysts for each other. Therefore use Stress Ease to improve the physical vitality required to cope with stress and use Tranquil Mind to reduce anxiety.
Women’s Support - You can combine Women’s Support with either Mental Clarity or Tranquil Mind.
Learning about Ayurveda is very useful for guiding and improving your choices about diet and lifestyle. Here are some resources to get your started:
Different Diets for Different Doshas eBook?is a very simple eating guidebook that I created to outline the different foods, cuisines and cooking styles that are beneficial for your unique body type, as defined by Ayurveda. Often Ayurvedic diet books can be overly complicated but this eBook is not about classical Indian cooking and its very non-restrictive. It’s about how to know which foods are compatible with your body type, that is, which foods will make you feel good by balancing your doshas.
Read more about Different Diets for Different Doshas.
Ayurvedic Healing MP3 Lecture and eBook?introduces the science of Ayurveda. Written by Dr Robert Svoboda, it will empower you to understand your individual constitution and its needs and give you general guidance on how to eat, sleep, work and play in harmony with the cycles of nature. Listening to the MP3 lecture will inspire you to better manage your lifestyle and to understand how your environment affects your health, behaviour and mental state.
Read more about Ayurvedic Healing Mp3 Lecture and eBook.
Please note that the information presented is intended for educational purposes only. The information given here is not intended to diagnose, cure or treat disease. Before using any supplements it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider, especially if you are pregnant or taking any other form of treatment.
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Article by Dr Swami Shankardev Saraswati and Jayne Stevenson
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