The path to holistic health...

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1 The path to holistic health...

2 Ayur means life and Veda means science

3 What is Ayurveda? Ayurveda is the medicine that has stood the test of time, with the aim of preserving health and eliminating disease from the root. The World Health Organization acknowledges Ayurveda as the oldest (5000 years) scientific and holistic health care system. We are living in a modern era in which our five senses are bombarded from many directions. This can result in a disruption to the natural rhythm of life. Ayurveda is that which brings us back to the rhythm of nature, recognizing that the science of life is embedded in nature s elements - earth, water, fire, air and space - and that the elements are part of our very existence. In times of global warming and environmental disruption, mankind is questioning the relationship between having a healthy earth and having a healthy mind and body. Ayurveda insists that within nature s balance lie all the remedies for good health. Sri Sri Ayurveda offers the best of Ayurveda to the world.

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5 Ayurveda & breath, meditation and yoga Although breathing, meditation, yoga and Ayurveda are treated as separate entities, they share the same fundamental principles, originating as a part of the greater system of Vedic Science that was passed on from the ancient rishis of the Himalayas. Sri Sri Ayurveda uniquely applies all four disciplines. Each discipline is based upon the principles of trigunas (Satva, Rajas and Tamas) and the panchamahabuthas (earth, air, fire, water, space) and encompasses an understanding of how the body works (Dosha-Dhatu-Mala/Constitution-tissue-waste material theory). All share the common understanding of a healthy body being dependent on a healthy and balanced mind. Both yoga and Ayurveda advocate the regular practice of pranayama and meditation, as well as the use of herbs, purification procedures, food and chanting of mantras for physical and mental health. In Ayurveda the purification procedures are known as Panchakarma.

6 ether Vata air Prakriti (constitution) is our unique nature Our natural constitution, the qualities we were born with, is called Prakriti. In Ayurveda, there are no generalized criteria for health. Health is individual and each and every person is unique. Ayurveda works with the individual qualities of the person. Therefore, the Ayurveda physician will focus on the person, rather than on the particular disease. Our constitution is formed from the subtle qualities of the five elements that form three dosha s : Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Vata is a combination of the subtle elements of air and space, Pitta is formed by fire and water and Kapha by earth and water. Every constitution consists of the three dosha s, but in different an proportions. These proportions are set at the time of conception, thus determining the constitution. If a person is able to keep the dosha s in these proportions, he will be healthy. Changes is these proportion are the root cause of disease. Therefore, Ayurveda says that becoming healthy is nothing but bringing imbalance in de dosha s back to balance.

7 fire water earth Pitta Kapha The qualities of Vata, Pitta and Kapha Vata is responsible for all the movement in and by the body. It governs our locomotion, nerve impulses, breathing, bowel movement and blood circulation. Characteristics: light, dry and cool. The mind of a Vata person is agile, imaginative and clear. Physical characteristics: cold hand and feet due to less fire, little body fat, slender body built, dryness (less water), sensitive to cold and wind and to cold and light food. When unbalanced: restless sleep, prone to irritation, nervous and restless. The Vata skin is normal to dry, with little sebum production and hydration.

8 Pitta is responsible for transformation and perception and regulates digestion and hormones. The blood is an important seat of Pitta. It also regulates body temperature. Characteristics: warmth, lightness and moisture. A Pitta person is energetic, dynamic, intelligent, orderly and efficient. Physical characteristics: normal to sensitive, reddish skin, feels usually warm, can have burning complaints. Since there is relatively less earth, air and ether, the fire can easily become dominant. They mostly have an average and graceful build. Digestion is strong and fast (fire element). When unbalanced: carries a lot of heat, prone to high blood pressure by too much activity and anger, eczema and other skin complaints. Kapha is responsible for structure and lubrication. It controls the skeleton and the muscles. Also, the moisture and mucus management like the lymphatic fluid and the mucus membranes are under the control of Kapha. Characteristics: heaviness, oiliness, inertia, coolness, forgiving, good memory, sleep. Physical characteristics: the Kapha skin is shiny, the hair is thick, teeth and nails are strong and the eyes have a soft glow. When unbalanced: slow digestion, low immune system, food intolerance, cold, cough and asthma, weight gain and obesity, lethargic.

9 Why knowing our Prakriti and health go hand in hand Prakriti plays an important role in understanding our health, how we function in the world and our relationship with others and ourselves. We can understand which health problems might occur based on our Prakriti. We become aware how certain factors like types of food, situations and seasons affect our wellbeing and are able to effectively manage these factors and promote health. diagnose both physical and mental diseases and imbalances. It is comprehensive and reaches the root cause of health issues, not merely addressing the symptoms. Nadi Pariksha forewarns you of potential health risks. It gives you an insight on how to optimize your health in accordance with the elements which are predominant in your body. It provides you with a personalized diagnosis which is detailed and accurate. Sri Sr Ayurveda offers you unique one to one consultation (Nadi Pariksha) by our experts BAMS Lita Dash and Kiran Valsan, who recommend the most suitable personalized treatment. * Note: Nadi Pariksha is done on an empty stomach or at least 2,5 hours after food. Nadi Pariksha is an ancient Ayurvedic technique of diagnosis through the pulse. It can accurately

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11 Panchakarma is the health anchor of Ayurveda Sri Sri Ayurveda offers a way to get back to the nature through Panchakarma therapy, which is aligned with your unique personal needs. It encapsulates five basic types of purification therapies, designed for the internal cleansing of the body in order to bring the doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) into balance. The importance of Panchakarma in Ayurveda is due to its effective set of preventive, curative and highly relaxing therapies. It is also known for its beneficial effects on overall health, wellness and self-healing. Before the actual operation of purification begins, there is a need to prepare the body in prescribed methods to encourage the release of toxins. The two procedures are Snehana and Swedana. In Snehana (Abhyanga), oil is applied to the entire body with a particular type of massage which helps the toxins to move towards the gastro-intestinal tract. Oil massage also makes the superficial and deep tissues soft and supple, thus helping to remove stress and to nourish the nervous system. Snehana is given daily for three to seven days, as indicated by the Ayurveda physician. Swedana is sudation or sweating and is given every day immediately following the Snehana. An herbal concoction may be added to the steam to further loosen the toxins from the individual. Swedana liquefies the toxins and increases the movement of toxins into the gastro-intestinal tract.

12 We welcome you to Sri Sri Ayurveda Panchakarma and a refreshing dive into the ocean of Ayurveda!

13 Main purification measures of Panchakarma Vamana: emesis therapy When there is congestion in the lungs causing repeated attacks of bronchitis, colds, cough or asthma, the Ayurvedic treatment is therapeutic vomiting Vamana - to eliminate the Kapha which is causing the excess mucus. Virechana: purgation therapy When excess bile, Pitta, is secreted and accumulated in the gall bladder, liver and small intestine, it tends to result in rashes, skin inflammation, acne, chronic attacks of fever, vomiting, nausea and jaundice. Ayurvedic literature suggests in these conditions the administration of therapeutic purgation or a therapeutic laxative. Nasya: nasal administration The nose is the doorway to the brain and it is also the doorway to consciousness. The nasal administration of medication is called Nasya. An excess of bodily fluids, accumulated in the sinus, throat, nose or head areas is eliminated by means of the nearest possible opening: the nose. Basti: enema therapy Vata s predominant site is the colon. Ayurvedic Basti involves the introduction into the rectum of herbal concoctions of sesame oil, and certain herbal preparations in a liquid medium. Basti is the most effective treatment of Vata disorders, although many enemas over a prescribed period of time are usually required. It relieves constipation, distention, chronic fever, cold, sexual disorders, kidney stones, heart pain, backache, sciatica and other pains in the joints. Many other Vata disorders such as arthritis, rheumatism, gout, muscle spasms and headaches may also be treated with Basti. Basti therapy is divided in two main types: Anuvasana Basti - medicated oil enemas and Niruha Basti - medicated enema of decoctions and medicated oils. Rakta Moksha: blood cleansing by means of special herbs

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15 Other miscellaneous therapies of Panchakarma Shirodhara: recommended in case of anxiety, depression, hypertension, insomnia etc. Kati Basti: useful in different backaches. Janu Basti: useful in arthritis of the knee joint. Nadi Sweda: useful in pain disorders of different sites. Pinda Sweda: useful in neurological ailments and in the management of different pains. Shashti-Shali Pindasweda: useful in neurological ailments. Tarpanam: useful in ailments of the eyes. Shirobasti: useful in hair loss and other diseases of the scalp. Uttara Basti: useful in genitourinary diseases and infertility of female. Udvartana: a medicated Ubtan to be applied on the skin for fairness and glos.

16 Who we are Sri Sri Ayurveda, founded in 1981 in India by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar (founder Art of Living Foundation), practises Ayurveda, one of the oldest medical sciences in the world, in 45 countries, following the most authentic principles. We strive to share with you our enthusiasm about this inspiring science with its unique pulse diagnosis, lifestyle knowledge and natural food suplements. Our team consists of experienced, highly trained ayurvedic specialists and inspired assistants. All our specialists hold a Bachelor degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S, which is a five year university education) and a degree in Sri Sri Ayurveda Nadi Pariksha (a special 6-months training in pulse diagnosis). At Sri Sri Ayurveda we believe that the right intention is essential for delivering excellent services and products. We strive to be much more than yet another alternative form of medicine; it is our passion to introduce you to the world of Ayurveda and let you experience first-hand the immediate benefits in your own life. Our priority is to restore and preserve your health through Ayurveda. Our approach goes beyond merely treating the symptoms: you, your health, wellbeing and vitality take centre stage in the process. All our specialists and employees are connected to Art of Living and safeguard the authentic and traditional demands of Ayurveda. They are strictly vegetarian and meditate daily. Sri Sri Ayurveda is part of Shankara Europe BV and a member of the professional Dutch Ayurveda association ANVAG (Algemene Nederlandse Vereniging voor Ayurvedische Geneeskunde) and the Register Beroepsbeoefenaren Complementaire Zorg (RBCZ).

17 International certificates GMP certified HACCP certified ISO certified organic capsules 100% vegetarian US FDA facility registration USDA organic certified 100% vegan tested for afla-toxins India organic certified made from pure organic herbs tested for heavy metals free from harmful parabens produced with positive energy not tested on animals

18 Sri Sri Ayurveda food supplements Sri Sri Ayurveda has its own line of food supplements (Sri Sri Tattva) as well as supplements from other highly renowned manufacturers. Sri Sri Tattva food supplements are made of pure organic herbs that are described in ancient Ayurvedic textbooks. Thorough study and research by both traditional Ayurvedic and modern scientists proceeds the production of our food supplements. The quality and purity of herbs and other ingredients are tested with advanced chromatological methods (HPCL) and all products are tested, both in India and in The Netherlands, for heavy metals, microorganisms and afla-toxins in ISO certified labs. Furthermore, Sri Sri Tattva products are 100% herbal, not tested on animals and meet all the requirements of the HACCP (food safety plan) according to the ISO standard. Sri Sri Ayurveda has its own factory in Hyderabad (Source Natural Foods and Herbal Supplements Limited) with hi-tech machinery and an internal laboratory where the Sri Sri Tattva food supplements are produced for the European market. Sri Sri Ayurveda Panchkarma Center Bangalore

19 Ayurveda specialist Lita Dash BAMS Lita Dash was born in Orissa. During her childhood, she spent a lot of time exploring the riches of the natural remedies that are found in her homeland India. Later, she studied for five years at the Berhampur University in Orissa, graduating in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS). She obtained several extra-curricular certificates in Panchakarma and nutrition. Lita Dash is a qualified expert in Agni Karma, Marma and Marma Prana, Nadi Pariksha and Panchakarma. Ayurvedisch specialist Kiran Sree Valsan - BAMS Kiran Sree Valsan was born in Kerala (India), the cradle of Ayurveda. He studied at the Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science and Research, graduating in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) at the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in Karnataka. Kiran Valsan is a qualified expert in Nadi Pariksha. Our specialists are affiliated with Art of Living and safeguard the authentic and high traditional values of Ayurveda. Both specialist are strict vegetarians and meditate daily. Reimbursement by your health insurance company Depending on your supplementary insurance, the consultations and treatments of Ayurveda specialists are (partly) reimbursed. Please contact your health insurance company for further details. AGB-code Shankara Europe BV Practise: Verlengde Zuiderloswal 5, 1st floor 1216 BW Hilversum (NL) Sri Sri Ayurveda is part of Shankara Europe BV

20 Health is not merely absence of disease. Health is being established in the Self. It is the dynamic expression of life. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Sri Sri Ayurveda is unique: Has its own Sri Sri College of Ayurvedic Science and Research (acknowledged by the Indian government) Has its own BAMS (Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery) training (acknowledged by the Indian government) Has its own factory for food supplements that meet the highest legal and quality demands for the European market Has its own Ayurveda hospital in Bangalore (acknowledged by the Indian government). Here you find the unique combination of modern western facilities and the traditional Ayurvedic science. Shankara Europe BV Dpt. Sri Sri Ayurveda Verlengde Zuiderloswal 5 (1 st floor) 1216 BW Hilversum (NL) info@srisriayurveda.nl Tel.: 0031 (0) (0) www. srisriayurveda.eu