What is a placebo? What is a nocebo? – The mechaniques of creation. Originally placebos were discovered during studies with Painkillers (analgesics).Someone found out that if you gave somebody something which he thought it was a painkiller, it would bring him relief from the headache, even if it was no real painkiller. So basically If …
Bibhitaki (engl. Belleric Myrobalan, lat. Terminalia Belerica) Bibhitaki is one of the most common Ayurvedic remedies. The plant is a large deciduous tree that is found in hilly landscapes throughout India. The word “Vibheetaki or engl. Bibhitaki” is Sanskrit and means „the fruit that eliminates the fear of diseases“. Bibhitaki is one of the three …
Moong Dal Pancakes These delicious pancakes are usually made for breakfast. It’s a great way to start the day , not time consuming at all and easy to cook. It can be eaten along with some fresh cheese, chutneys, vegetables or just by itself too. The pancakes are slightly sweet and astringent in taste. They …
Taking care for yourself means taking care for the futureThe body is a print out of our consistent thoughts. By violating simple, basic laws of nature through our thoughts and actions we create imbalances. These imbalances not only affect ourselves, but also our children and the following generations. Genetic diseases are nothing but stresses that …
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Acid reflux / heartburn Oesophagitis This is a very common condition. There is a band of muscle (a sphincter) between the oesophagus and stomach. When this valve relaxes food moves downwards. Then it tightens up to stops food and acid from leaking up (refluxing) into the oesophagus. Problems occur if this valve is impaired by …
Have you ever wondered what the point is in following moral intentions? You don’t do this to go to heaven or hell. You simply do it for yourself. Clean your mind, discipline your body! In order to maintain a balance it is crucial to act morally. Did it ever come to your mind, that all …
Acidity – The most common imbalance in Ayurveda What is acidity? Acidity is not just the well-known “acid reflux” or “heartburn”.Acidity can lead to many chronic imbalances in our body.These include chronic gastrointestinal disturbances, reflux esophagitis (esophagitis), gastric ulcer, osteoporosis, neurodermatitis or rheumatism / gout, allergies, diabetes, depression, fatigue, lack of energy.There is also very …
The Liver With around 1,5 kg your liver is your heaviest organ. It is located in the upper right corner of your abdomen. The liver is one of the most important organs in humans. Your liver is a detoxification organ. It is your body’s chemical factory. It aids digestion. It cleanses the blood. It produces …
The Amla berry is one of the most important medicinal plants of Ayurvedic medicine. It has been used for the skin & hair and various diseases for thousands of years. Simply said: Amla can be taken to cure any illness. What makes Amla so special? Which ingredients are contained in the berry? What effect has …
Patanjali Yoga – Also known as Ashtanga More than two thousand years ago a wise Yogi named Patanjali wrote down the “Eightfold path”. A guide for a meaningful and happy Life. This eightfold path is known as Ashtanga (Ash= eight, Tanga=limbs). The eightfold path describes a way to achieve total liberation from the duality, through …