ALZHIEMER’S DISEASE
Currently it becomes a worldwide problem especially in western countries. Degeneration of brain cells is the main reason and it can be triggered by various factors. Medicines, having anti oxidant, tonic and alterative properties found to be useful in the management of dementia. Siddhar’s Kayakalpa medicines and kayakalpa methods definitely capitulate fine solution to this dreadful disease undoubtedly. A Kayakalpa medicine prevents not only greying of hair, wrinkle of skin, ageing process, and disease but also extends the life span of an individual. In simple words, Kayakalpa drugs are intended for keeping the body like stone in order to maintain youth forever.
Vallarai nei, Brahmi nei, Serankottai nei, Amukkara Legyam, Sitramutti madakku thylam, Santhgiri’s Balasarvangam are a few valuable medicines to check degeneration, augment neuro- transmitters, rejuvenate brain and neurons and boost up memory. Practising Dhyanam, Pranayamam and yogasanam will yield supportive treatment to get rid of the problem in early stage in the patients who are co-operating.
About Me
- Prof. Dr. K. Jagannathan, B.S.M.S, M.D(Siddha), PhD
- E-mail:drjagan.siddha@gmail.com
Monday, December 12, 2011
Herbal Treatment For Psoriasis
Herbs used for psoriasis
Karisalai (Eclipta alba), Kodiveli (Plumbago zeylanica), Vallarai (Centella asiatica), Karunjeeragam (Nigella sativa), Nellikkai (Emblica officinalis), Kadukkai (Terminalia chebula), Thandrikkai (Terminalia bellerica), Vasambu (Acorus calamus), Parangipattai (Smilax chinensis), Amukkara (Withania somnifera), Athimathuram (Glycyrriza glabra), Kuppaimeni (Acalypa indica), Vellarugu (Enicostemma littorale), Vilwam (Aegle marmelos), Aruganpul (Cyanodon dactylon), Avuri (Indigofera tinctoria), Vembu (Azadiracta indica), are some of the important medicinal plants used in the preparations in different combinations for psoriasis. In psoriatic arthritis along with higher medicines, medicines made up of Kungiliyam (Shorea robusta), Amukkara (Withania somnifera), Nochi (Vitex nigandu), Avuri(Indigofera tinctoria), Inji (Zingiber officinale), Poondu (Allium sativum), Milaku (Piper nigrum), Mudakkatran, Omum, Serankottai (Semicarpus anacardium) are being used in different combinations in combating psoriasis. Vallarai (Centella asiatica), Brahmi (Bacopa munneri), Sadamanjil, Kasakasa are used to reduce stress. Arukan kudineer, the blood purifier is being used to relieve itching.
Karisalai (Eclipta alba), Kodiveli (Plumbago zeylanica), Vallarai (Centella asiatica), Karunjeeragam (Nigella sativa), Nellikkai (Emblica officinalis), Kadukkai (Terminalia chebula), Thandrikkai (Terminalia bellerica), Vasambu (Acorus calamus), Parangipattai (Smilax chinensis), Amukkara (Withania somnifera), Athimathuram (Glycyrriza glabra), Kuppaimeni (Acalypa indica), Vellarugu (Enicostemma littorale), Vilwam (Aegle marmelos), Aruganpul (Cyanodon dactylon), Avuri (Indigofera tinctoria), Vembu (Azadiracta indica), are some of the important medicinal plants used in the preparations in different combinations for psoriasis. In psoriatic arthritis along with higher medicines, medicines made up of Kungiliyam (Shorea robusta), Amukkara (Withania somnifera), Nochi (Vitex nigandu), Avuri(Indigofera tinctoria), Inji (Zingiber officinale), Poondu (Allium sativum), Milaku (Piper nigrum), Mudakkatran, Omum, Serankottai (Semicarpus anacardium) are being used in different combinations in combating psoriasis. Vallarai (Centella asiatica), Brahmi (Bacopa munneri), Sadamanjil, Kasakasa are used to reduce stress. Arukan kudineer, the blood purifier is being used to relieve itching.
Thursday, December 8, 2011
Nature of psoriatic condition
Psoriasis is a disease characterized by erythematous (redness of the skin) and indurated (thickening) patches, covered with silvery scales and associated with itching at times. On scraping of scales, pin point haemorrhage will be seen. This disease may affect anyone irrespective of race, religion, age, sex, country, season, socio-economical status etc. If the disease is not controlled with proper treatment, joints may be targeted in its chronic process however, the disease is not contagious.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
Psoriasis manifestations
Nature of the illness
Psoriasis is a disease characterized by erythematous (redness of the skin) and indurated (thickening) patches, covered with silvery scales and associated with itching at times. On scraping of scales, pin point haemorrhage will be seen. This disease may affect anyone irrespective of race, religion, age, sex, country, season, socio-economical status etc. If the disease is not controlled with proper treatment, joints may be targeted in its chronic process however, the disease is not contagious.
Psoriasis is a disease characterized by erythematous (redness of the skin) and indurated (thickening) patches, covered with silvery scales and associated with itching at times. On scraping of scales, pin point haemorrhage will be seen. This disease may affect anyone irrespective of race, religion, age, sex, country, season, socio-economical status etc. If the disease is not controlled with proper treatment, joints may be targeted in its chronic process however, the disease is not contagious.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
WORLD AIDS DAY
Out of 48 lakhs AIDS patients in Asia, 49 percentage are Indians. As a Siddha doctor, it is our duty to make the people to aware of AIDS and its complications, prevention and care the sufferers with the virtues of Siddha.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Not TO DO & have TO DO
Pathyam (Regulation of diet and personal habits)
Siddha treatment will be incomplete, when the patients are not advised pathyam. Pathyam means regulation of diet and personal habits. Some food substances may aggravate the disease; some items may worsen itching; some substances may deteriorate/ reduce the efficacy of medicines; some edible things may hinder the curative rate; therefore diet regulation is important. Patients are advised not to have the vegetables like brinjal, bitter guard, Agathi keerai, Mango, Jack fruit, Lemon, Orange, Tamarind, pumpkin, bottle guard strictly. Better to have fully vegetarian food always because fish, mutton, chicken, egg like non-vegetarian food items will aggravate the condition. The usage of sour taste food items especially, tomato also should be restricted. Smoking, consuming alcohol, tobacco chewing, overindulgence in sex has to be avoided. Give up the habit of using perfumes, highly scented talcum powders, chemical soap, hair dye, cosmetics will add value to the treatment. Do not expose to chill weather. Reducing stress factor by practicing yoga- Pranayamam-Dhyanam is very crucial in the treatment course. If it is not possible, medicines prepared by the inclusion of Vallarai, Brahmi, sangupushpi, valuluvai, asmathaomum, Amukkara will assist to reduce physical and mental stress.
Siddha treatment will be incomplete, when the patients are not advised pathyam. Pathyam means regulation of diet and personal habits. Some food substances may aggravate the disease; some items may worsen itching; some substances may deteriorate/ reduce the efficacy of medicines; some edible things may hinder the curative rate; therefore diet regulation is important. Patients are advised not to have the vegetables like brinjal, bitter guard, Agathi keerai, Mango, Jack fruit, Lemon, Orange, Tamarind, pumpkin, bottle guard strictly. Better to have fully vegetarian food always because fish, mutton, chicken, egg like non-vegetarian food items will aggravate the condition. The usage of sour taste food items especially, tomato also should be restricted. Smoking, consuming alcohol, tobacco chewing, overindulgence in sex has to be avoided. Give up the habit of using perfumes, highly scented talcum powders, chemical soap, hair dye, cosmetics will add value to the treatment. Do not expose to chill weather. Reducing stress factor by practicing yoga- Pranayamam-Dhyanam is very crucial in the treatment course. If it is not possible, medicines prepared by the inclusion of Vallarai, Brahmi, sangupushpi, valuluvai, asmathaomum, Amukkara will assist to reduce physical and mental stress.
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