Ayurvedamagazine

Category: HEALTH

  • Hormonal Imbalance, Fertility Issues affecting women in 20s

    Doctors are observing a striking shift in
    women’s health: conditions once typical in the late 30s, such as hormonal
    imbalance, irregular cycles, infertility, and ovarian ageing, are now appearing
    in women in their 20s. Experts attribute this to both biological changes and
    factors owing to way of life. One major biological driver is the earlier onset
    of puberty, now often between ages 8 and 9, which accelerates ovarian reserve
    decline. Alongside this, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), irregular
    menstruation, and early ovarian ageing are increasingly linked to modern living
    patterns.

    Lifestyle plays a critical role. Diets high
    in junk food, sedentary routines, smoking, alcohol, chronic stress, and poor
    sleep all disrupt hormonal balance. Stress elevates cortisol, while irregular
    sleep disturbs circadian rhythms, further impairing ovarian health.
    Fortunately, these influences are modifiable. Balanced nutrition, regular
    exercise, adequate rest, and stress management can help preserve reproductive
    health.

    Research published in Lancet Child and
    Adolescent Health     confirms a steady decline in the age of puberty onset
    over recent decades, driven by improved nutrition but also rising obesity and
    environmental exposures. Yet biology alone does not explain the trend. Today’s
    high-stress, high-performance environments—marked by erratic sleep, excessive
    screen time, poor diet, and limited physical activity—contribute to obesity,
    PCOS, and metabolic disturbances in young women. Chronic stress disrupts the
    hypothalamic-pituitary-ovarian axis, leading to irregular ovulation and
    hormonal imbalance.

    Behavioral factors add further strain.
    Early sexual activity, multiple partners, and unsupervised contraceptive use
    increase risks of sexually transmitted infections and uterine health issues,
    which can compromise fertility. Data from the Indian Society of Assisted
    Reproduction (ISAR) and international studies show rising cases of diminished
    ovarian reserve and PCOS among women under 30.

    Experts emphasise that fertility reflects
    overall health, not just age. Aligning sleep with natural circadian rhythms,
    maintaining healthy habits, and reducing stress are essential pillars of
    reproductive well-being. The reassuring message is that most contributing factors
    are modifiable, offering young women the opportunity to better both hormonal
    balance and fertility through proactive lifestyle choices.

     

  • Physical activities, good sleep likely to lower dementia risk, says study

    Risk of dementia can be lowered through
    movement, adequate sleep, physical activity. The less sedentary the lesser the
    risk, according to a study.

    Dementia is a main cause of death in older
    people. Around 55 million people worldwide live with it. By 2050, the number is
    likely to soar, mostly in poorer countries. Caring for dementia is very costly
    for families and society, so it’s important to find health problems that can be
    prevented to lower the risk.

    A report published in PLOS One shows
    that habits such as regular physical activity, good sleep, and less sitting may
    lower the risk of dementia. Identifying preventable risk factors is crucial.

    Physical
    activity     has long been linked to better brain health.
    Exercise reduces inflammation, improves heart health, and boosts blood flow to
    the brain. It also increases protective molecules like brain-derived
    neurotrophic factor (BDNF). In this review of 49 studies, about half showed
    significant benefits, and pooled data suggested a 25% lower dementia risk among
    active adults over 50. The 2024 Lancet Commission estimated that 2% of
    new dementia cases could be tied to low activity in midlife.

    Sedentary
    behavior    , such as sitting for long hours, is linked to
    higher cardiovascular and metabolic risks. Only three studies were included,
    but they found dementia risk was 27% higher in people sitting eight or more
    hours daily compared to those sitting less.

    Sleep plays a key role too. Both short sleep (less than 7 hours) and long
    sleep (more than 8 hours) were linked to higher dementia risk—18% and 28%
    respectively. Too little sleep may impair the brain’s waste-clearing system,
    while long sleep may worsen chronic conditions or signal early disease.

    The study was based on large, diverse
    populations and long follow-up periods, which improve reliability. However,
    limitations exist: many studies relied on self-reported behaviours, showed
    variability in results, and carried risks of bias. Reverse causation—where
    early dementia symptoms affect lifestyle—remains possible.

    Overall, the findings suggest that adults
    who stay active, avoid long sitting, and sleep 7 to 8 hours nightly may reduce
    their dementia risk. These behaviours are interconnected and influenced by
    other health conditions, making their combined effects complex. Since dementia
    develops over many years, more long-term studies in middle-aged populations are
    needed to confirm these links.

    Public health strategies could encourage
    walking groups, workplace movement breaks, and better access to safe spaces for
    exercise. While the evidence is not yet strong enough for firm guidelines,
    adopting healthy daily routines may help delay or prevent dementia in many
    people.

     

  • Sleep Well, Live Better

    Sleep Well, Live Better, the theme of World
    Sleep Day celebrated on March 13, has much relevance today when several
    ailments are rising owing to inadequate sleep. Sleep is the state when the mind
    and body rests and undergoes repairs. Quality sleep leads to better physical,
    mental, and emotional health, besides improved clarity of thought, energy,
    productivity, and overall life quality.

    The day underscores the importance of sleep
    and raises global awareness of the need to address sleep-related disorders,
    encourage healthy sleep habits, and recognise how quality sleep affects one’s
    life. It raises awareness of the prevalence of sleep disorders. According to a
    study, a staggering 86% of people face sleep-related issues, knowingly or
    unknowingly.

    Today’s way of life exposes people to constant
    screen time, stress, and irregular routines making it difficult to enjoy deep
    restorative sleep. Experts say that deep, uninterrupted sleep allows the brain
    to repair itself, hormones to balance, and emotions to stabilise. When the
    nervous system remains constantly alert owing to stress or late-night screens,
    the body struggles to enter restorative sleep, leaving the mind active even
    when the body is tired.

    Here are some ways to improve sleep hygiene

    *Try to set a sleep time: Healthy sleep begins
    before you even lie down. A consistent routine signals the brain that the day
    is ending. It’s best to wind down half an hour before bedtime. Indulge in gentle
    reading, journaling, or reflection to release mental clutter. Reduce light and
    avoid intense discussions or work. When repeated daily, this ritual trains the
    body to prepare for deep sleep.

    * It’s good to soak feet to let the nerve
    endings to relax. It influences the entire nervous system. You can soak feet in
    warm water, saline or oils. Sandalwood or vetiver oils help enhance relaxation.

    * Meditate for 10–15 minutes, focusing on
    slow, deep breathing to help ease the day’s tension and improve restorative
    sleep.

    * From ancient times, people believed in
    the power of crystals and placed them near the bed for a calming environment.
    Ayurveda integrated crystals into chakra healing for sound sleep.

    * Saying a prayer and expressing gratitude
    can help gain deep restorative sleep. Sound vibrations are said to have a
    beneficial effect on the nervous system.

    Good sleep is a must for a joyous,
    productive, life aligned with natural rhythms of the body. Reduce stress, sleep
    well, overcome insomnia and restore emotional and physical balance.

  • Post Winter Skin and Haircare Tips


    Tips for Post Winter Skincare 

    Harsh cold winters have dehydrated your skin, leaving it dull and in need of rehydration and rejuvenation. Therefore, it becomes essential to indulge in preparing Ayurveda-based skincare solutions or opt for a complete skincare range such as Shahnaz Husain. With these simple-to-apply tips, the natural beauty of your skin can be restored and nurtured back to health, maintaining its natural oil balance; however, these practices should be incorporated into your daily routine, as continuous care is what truly keeps the skin healthy. 

    Ayurveda Scrub 

    Exfoliate your skin with gentle ayurvedic scrubs. For instance, you can prepare a scrub using one tablespoon of granulated brown sugar mixed with a teaspoon of honey. This not only gently exfoliates but also ensures that your skin is hydrated and well nourished. Rinse off your skin with lukewarm water. 

    Skin Hydration 

    Often after winter, your skin may still be affected by extreme weather conditions, leading to dryness caused by fluctuating temperatures.

    For this reason, you need to hydrate your skin with essential oil mix. For instance, prepare a skin serum using few drops of lavender essential oil mixed with a tablespoon of almond oil. Massage it onto your skin till it is absorbed and then leave it on overnight. 

    Ayurveda Body Lotion

    Your body also needs nourishment and rehydration; therefore, it is essential to prepare a DIY lightweight body lotion infused with natural ingredients. Three easily available ingredients you can use at home are coconut oil, almond oil, and beeswax. Melt these together, and once the mixture cools, add a few drops of lavender essential oil, a tablespoon of aloe vera gel, and a few drops of Vitamin E oil. Transfer the lotion to an airtight container and use it daily after bathing for naturally soft and nourished skin. 

    Herbal Bath

    Preparing an herbal bath helps relax your muscles and soothes a nervous system that may have been overactive during winter. Post-winter is the ideal time to rejuvenate and unwind. Use lukewarm water and add dried chamomile and lavender along with bath bombs; you may also add a few drops of rose essential oil to enhance the soothing experience as you soak after a long day.

    Natural Body Mask

    Rejuvenate the skin on your face and body with an Ayurveda-based body mask made from one tablespoon of honey, half a teaspoon of turmeric, a few strands of saffron, and one tablespoon of dried rose petal powder. Leave it on for 15 minutes, then rinse with lukewarm water. Use once a week for healthy, glowing skin.

    Hydration from Within

    Your body also needs internal hydration to support healthy skin. Indulge in herbal teas such as rose, mint, and green tea infused with tulsi. Drink green tea daily and keep sipping water infused with cucumber and lemon slices.

    Natural Body Cleanser

    Instead of using harsh chemical-based cleansers, opt for natural body cleansers containing tulsi, neem, and sandalwood, along with other essential oils, to gently cleanse and nourish the skin.

    Ayurvedic Body Oils

    Almond oil, sesame oil, and organic coconut oil help improve blood circulation and detoxify the skin. Regular body massage with these oils rejuvenates the body, nourishes the skin, and relaxes the nervous system.

    Exfoliate Your Feet 

    Do not neglect your feet, as they require extra care post-winter due to dryness and flakiness. Using a peppermint- and aloe vera–infused foot scrub, followed by nourishing with warm olive oil, helps restore softness.

    Tips for Post  Winter Hair Care 

    These easy-to-follow hair care tips help restore your hair’s health, making it bouncy, shiny, and well nourished:

    •  Get a new hair cut if you can or else get your hair trimmed for healthy hair growth. Ensure to weed out the split ends when you reach the salon and communicate the same to your stylist. 
    •  Use a light weight shampoo that clarifies your scalp and provides volume like Shahnaz Husain Arnica Shampoo Plus.
    •  Deep condition your hair with a leave-in conditioner. Prepare a DIY with two tablespoons of aloe vera gel mixed with one tablespoon of coconut oil. Apply it on damp hair, leave it on for half-an-hour and then rinse with a mild shampoo. 
    • Prepare an Ayurveda hair mask using two tablespoons of amla powder mixed with rose water and leave it on until dry before washing. Or you can prepare a hydrating hair mask with two tablespoons of aloe vera gel, one tablespoon of  coconut oil and one tablespoon of curd; then leave it on for 20 minutes and wash off. This can be done twice a week to achieve healthy and shiny hair. 
    •  Avoid heat styling unless it is required, as it leads to hair breakage and weakens the hair follicles. 
    • Use silk pillowcase to reduce hair damage and frizz. 
    • Never tie your hair tightly. Use silk hair ties or scrunchies and go for loose ponytails and waves to avoid hair breakage. 

    Post-winter is the time to rejuvenate and restore skin and hair health by undoing the damage caused by cold weather. Nourishing your skin and hair with Ayurveda-based ingredients helps restore balance while nurturing and revitalizing naturally, without side effects.

  • Nurture Your Health with a Relaxing Bath

    By Dr K Govardhan

    The human body undergoes constant physical and mental stress every day. To recover and restore its energy, the body needs proper rest and care. A refreshing bath followed by sound sleep is one of the simplest and most effective ways to rejuvenate oneself. A good bath prepares the body and mind to face the day with renewed vitality.

    Ayurveda, the holistic science of well-being, places great importance on dinacharya (daily regimen) and ritucharya (seasonal regimen). Classical texts state that following these routines helps one live a long, disease-free life. Bathing is an essential component of dinacharya.

    Sage Sushruta described bathing as a practice that relieves heat, fatigue, sweat, itching, and thirst. It strengthens the heart, cleanses the sense organs, improves blood circulation, removes drowsiness, and enhances overall vitality. Despite these benefits, many people neglect proper bathing practices as they may not be aware of it.

    According to Ayurveda, the skin is governed by three sub-doshas: Vyana Vata, which controls circulation; Brajaka Pitta, which manages metabolic and biochemical functions; and Shleshaka Kapha, which maintains moisture balance. Bathing materials and soaps should be mild and should not aggravate these doshas. Care should also be taken to protect the avabhasini layer of the skin, which is responsible for skin colour and lustre.

    Ayurveda prescribes different bathing methods based on body constitution, age, and health condition. In general, abhyanga (oil massage followed by bath) is considered ideal. Warm water helps open skin pores and eliminate toxins. Adding herbs to bath water enhances its cleansing and therapeutic effects and protects against bacteria and fungi. Herbs should be selected according to individual needs—for example, aromatic spices for excessive sweating or medicinal herbs for skin diseases.

    For healthy individuals, therapeutic baths using rose petals, milk, honey, sandalwood, turmeric, or gram flour are recommended. Those with health issues may benefit from bathing with herbs such as Vitex negundo (nirgundi), Azadirachta indica (neem), or Ricinus communis (eranda).

    Women have traditionally used turmeric during bathing for centuries. Raw turmeric mixed with water improves skin glow and is believed to reduce body hair growth over time. In South India, the Friday oil bath with turmeric was considered sacred. Fragrant herbal baths are also advised before intimacy, as fragrance plays an important role in wellbeing.

    Elderly people should bathe daily if weather permits. During winter, bathing may be reduced. Bathing in water boiled with nirgundi leaves helps prevent premature ageing and provides relief from joint pain, arthritis, spondylosis, sciatica, and muscle stiffness.

    After Panchakarma therapies, a lukewarm bath is recommended to aid oil absorption and strengthen the body. Applying a paste made from shikakai, hibiscus, ritha, and amalaki on the head has a calming effect and promotes mental clarity.

    Certain rules must be followed while bathing. Bathing should begin with the head. Hot water poured below the neck is strengthening, but hot water on the head weakens hair and eyesight. Bathing should not be done with extremely cold water, very little water, or without wetting the head. One should bathe only as long as it feels comfortable.

    Bathing methods vary by body constitution. Vata types benefit from warm oil massage and hot water boiled with nirgundi or eranda leaves. Pitta types should use cooling herbs like neem, sandalwood, vetiver, manjishta, and rose petals. Kapha types benefit more from dry powder massage (udwarthana) rather than oil, which helps remove excess fat and toxins.

    Bathing should be avoided during indigestion, diarrhoea, fever, facial paralysis, eye and ear diseases, severe cold, abdominal distension, or immediately after meals.

    A properly planned bath, as guided by Ayurveda, is not merely a cleansing routine but a powerful daily therapy for maintaining health and balance.

  • Childhood Obesity: A Growing Problem in Growing Children


    By Prof. (Dr) Abhimanyu Kumar

    Restoring Balance Through Awareness and Gentle Lifestyle Changes

    Childhood is meant to be a time of movement—running, playing, laughing, and learning. Yet today, many children tend to become overweight at an increasingly young age. Childhood obesity is not merely “baby fat” that disappears with time as the body carries more weight than it can comfortably manage. This affects a child’s physical, emotional well-being and quality of life.

    Early warning signs may include unusual weight gain, getting tired easily, breathlessness during play, disturbed sleep, and mood changes. Some children develop dark patches on the neck or underarms, an early sign of insulin resistance. Medical investigations may reveal high cholesterol, raised blood sugar levels, or fatty liver—conditions that were once seen mainly in adults.

    Why Do Children Gain Weight So Easily? 

    Both modern medicine and Ayurveda point to a common cause: imbalance. Today’s lifestyle strongly encourages habits that promote weight gain.

    Increased screen time has replaced outdoor play, reducing physical activity. Unhealthy food choices—fast food, sugary drinks, chocolates, chips, and packaged snacks—are easily available and heavily marketed to children. Irregular sleep patterns, often due to late nights and excessive screen use, disturb natural body rhythms and increase hunger. Emotional stress from academic pressure, boredom, or limited family interaction can lead to eating without true hunger. Additionally, children naturally adopt the eating and activity patterns they observe at home.

    Together, these factors result in excess calorie intake with insufficient energy expenditure.

    Ayurveda’s Perspective: Weak Digestive Fire

    Ayurveda explains childhood obesity through the concept of Sthaulya. When digestive fire (Agni) becomes weak, food is not properly digested, leading to the formation of Ama, or toxic residue. Ama slows metabolism and promotes fat accumulation.

    Frequent intake of sweets, cold drinks, fried foods, and heavy dairy products, along with inactivity and irregular routines, increases Kapha dosha. This results in heaviness, sluggishness, craving for comfort foods, and reduced interest in physical activity.

    Ayurveda also explains that excess Kapha diverts nourishment toward Medo Dhatu (fat tissue) rather than muscles and bones. Modern science observes the same pattern—rapid fat gain without proportional improvement in strength or growth.

    Why Early Action Is Important

    Childhood, if ignored can progress into serious long-term health problems, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, breathing difficulties, early puberty, joint pain, and low self-esteem.

    These conditions can interfere with a child’s growth, learning ability, and emotional development. The longer these unhealthy patterns continue, the harder they become to reverse.

    The encouraging truth is that children respond fast to positive lifestyle changes and their bodies adapt to it. Even small steps can produce meaningful improvement.

    Practical Steps for Prevention and Balance

    • Encourage at least 60 minutes of daily physical activity— running, cycling, dancing, yoga, or outdoor games. 
    • Keep mealtimes screen-free, prevent distracted overeating 
    • Serve warm, fresh, home-cooked meals; supports digestion
    • Offer age-appropriate portions
    • Encourage children to stop eating when full
    • Maintain a regimen for meals, play and study
    • Proper sleep helps restore natural balance (8 to 10 hours at night, avoid screentime an hour before bedtime) 
    • Promote healthy hydration with water, buttermilk, herbal drinks, or fresh lime water instead of sodas and packaged juices
    • Encourage mindful eating, slow chewing, and calm surroundings during meals
    • Support emotional well-being through time, attention, conversation, and shared activities. *Parents and caregivers should lead by example, as children learn most effectively through observation

    A Hopeful Way Forward

    Childhood obesity is not a child’s fault—it reflects the environment around them. With awareness and gentle lifestyle changes, children can regain their natural balance. Modern science offers evidence-based guidance, while Ayurveda provides timeless wisdom on digestion, routine, and emotional health. Together, they offer a holistic and sustainable path toward well-being.

    Healthy habits formed in childhood lay the foundation for a healthy life. It is the shared responsibility of parents, educators, and society to help every child grow into the healthiest version of themselves.

    Prof. (Dr) Abhimanyu Kumar is the Vice Chancellor of the International University of Vedic Wellness (IUVW) in Streamwood, Chicago, USA, and the Chairman & CEO of the Centre for Ayurveda Education, Innovation & Technology (CAYEIT). He previously served as Vice Chancellor of DSRRAU Jodhpur and UAU Dehradun, Director of the All India Institute of Ayurveda, and DG at CCRAS, New Delhi. He can be reached at: [email protected]

  • The Weight of the Mind: How Obesity and Mental Health Secretly Collide

    In a world that still treats weight as a simple equation of “calories in, calories out,” both contemporary research and the Ayurvedic clinical lens tell a different story. Obesity (Sthaulya) is not just about size; it’s a dual breakdown of metabolism and mood—a condition where the heaviness of the body often reflects a heaviness of the inner life. This isn’t just a medical diagnosis; it’s a lived experience of fatigue, emotional fog, and feeling trapped in your own skin. This feature unpacks how symptoms, causes, and prevention of weight gain are woven through both physiology and psychology—and how a fashion forward, lifestyle driven reset can begin to break that loop.

    The Symptoms: When the Body Becomes a Cage

    In the Ayurvedic view, obesity shows up as much in how you feel as in what you weigh. 

    •  The Body Signal: A Hungry, Heavy System

     A key sign is a kind of “metabolic confusion”: an intense, persistent appetite and thirst, paired with a body that feels slow, tired, and weighed down. The fire in the gut is overactive, but the rest of the body feels switched off. 

    • The Mind Signal: Dimming of Drive 

    As weight builds, the mind sinks into Tamas—an energy of inertia and mental fog. This feels like low enthusiasm, emotional flatness, and a tendency to withdraw or “numb out.” 

    • The Loop 

    Physical heaviness feeds guilt and sadness; those emotions drive comfort seeking (scrolling, snacking, staying in bed), which deepens both the weight and the emotional drag. 

    Why It Happens: Mis Eating, Mis Signaling, Mis Feeling

    This isn’t just overeating—it’s a system that has lost its internal rhythm. 

    The “Agni” Disconnect: Metabolism Out of Sync

    Think of your digestion as two fires: •The digestive fire is too sharp, burning through food quickly and constantly asking for more.  •The tissue metabolism, especially in fat cells, is sluggish and blocked; the body can’t easily tap into stored fat for energy. 

    Result: you feel ravenous and drained at the same time—“starving” at a cellular level while gaining weight on the outside.

    The Brain on Stress: Limbic Hijack

    Modern science now sees fat tissue as an active endocrine organ, sending inflammatory messages (cytokines) throughout the body. These signals reach the limbic system—the brain’s emotional HQ—and disrupt the hypothalamus, the region that should register “I’m full.” 

    •  Leptin’s “I’m satisfied” message gets ignored.
    •  Ghrelin’s “I’m hungry” message gets amplified. 

    Your brain misreads stress and inflammation as famine, pushing you to eat as if your survival depends on it.

    The Gut–Brain Axis: When The Gut Is In Charge

    Stress and low mood change your gut bacteria (dysbiosis). Those microbes “talk” back to your brain through the vagus nerve, often asking for sugar, fat, and fast comfort. In Ayurvedic language, this is Srotas Dushti—blocked channels and toxin build up (Ama) that distort both appetite and mood. 

    The Reset: An Elegant Unburdening: “Guru Apatarpana” To shift a condition that is both mental and physical, diet alone isn’t enough. You need an ecosystem edit—food, breath, timing, and texture. 

    Eating: “Heavy but Light”

    The Guru Apatarpana approach uses smart bulk to calm a frantic appetite without overfeeding fat cells. 

    • The Strategy: Choose foods that are physically filling and slow to   digest (Guru) but naturally light on calories and insulin load (Apatarpana). 

    On Your Plate: 

    •  Grains and pulses like barley, horse gram, and bamboo rice—high fibre, slow burn, excellent for “scraping” excess fat over time. 
    • A flavour shift away from purely sweet and salty towards bitter and astringent tones—leafy greens, spices, and certain herbs that reduce and dampen the constant dopamine chase for hyper palatable foods. 
    • Hydration Rule: Sip warm water through the day. It supports metabolism and helps the body process fats more efficiently than ice cold drinks, which tend to slow everything down. 

    Living: Breaking the Inertia Script 

    • Morning Reset Waking before 6 a.m. syncs your circadian rhythm with the light, clear qualities of early morning, which naturally counter Kapha driven heaviness. A quick dry brushing (Udvartana) session—think vigorous exfoliation with a rough towel or brush—wakes up skin, circulation, and brain together. 
    • Breath as a Remote for the Limbic System Practices like Bhramari Pranayama (humming exhale), Lengthened Exhalation Practices and Ujjayi Pranayama: send a soothing vibration through the vagus nerve, dropping stress chemistry and cooling the “fight or flight” hunger spikes. A few minutes daily can shift how you respond to cravings and emotional triggers. 
    •  Mind, Sleep, and Metabolism: Your Hidden Secret Weapons

    How and when you sleep is as influential as what you eat. Prioritizing night time sleep and skipping daytime naps helps reset your circadian rhythm, which is key for insulin sensitivity, metabolic balance, and easier weight regulation. Cognitive engagement and reflective practices keep the prefrontal cortex “online,” softening impulsive, limbic driven choices—especially around food. Simple Sattva building rituals like meditation, journaling, and practicing contentment stabilize mood, reduce stress driven snacking, and make healthy routines more sustainable. Layering this with consistent, well timed meals and truly mindful, distraction free eating protects the integrity of your Ahara Rasa and cuts down on emotionally triggered grazing.

    The Real Takeaway

     The path forward isn’t about waging war on your body; it’s about clearing and re tuning its channels—metabolic, emotional, and neural. And when food, breath, and rhythm are aligned, weight loss becomes less of a punishment and more of a side effect of living in sync with yourself.

  • EBBE Therapy to the aid of Diabetes

    What is diabetes
    (DM)?

    When our body can’t produce enough of a hormone,
    called Insulin, our blood sugar level can’t be controlled, and it goes up.
    Diabetes Mellitus situation is caused by either not having enough insulin in
    the body or the body’s inability to effectively use the insulin it produces. In
    fact, insulin produced by the pancreas, supports sugar (glucose) from the
    bloodstream to enter the cells for energy, which is used for our bodily
    functions. If these functions are disrupted, we will end up with high blood
    sugar levels in our body.

    Several factors can create the risk of developing diabetes,
    like genetic factors, obesity, lack of physical activity, high stress level
    (either professional/ personal or both), metabolic syndrome, sleep
    irregularity, junk food habits, alcohol consumption, high acidic nature of body
    and no discipline in life.

    Is Type 2
    diabetes a serious Issue?

    Yes, it is a serious disease. It can lead to various
    complications if not managed properly. Heart disease, stroke, kidney disease,
    nerve damage, dental, skin, eye and foot problems are some of the conditions a
    diabetic can face. Early diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent or delay
    the development of these complications.

    What is EBBE
    Therapy and how does it support a diabetic?

    It is a unique health module or a holistic alternative
    therapy with multiple disciplines. A patient has to undergo a course in a
    systematic way for 5 days (3 hours per day). During this course we will analyze
    his/her genetical lineage and the constitution of the body. It is a very vital analysis,
    and we do that with a scanning system called the Pulse Metabolic Analysis.
    After the scanning, we can understand the cause of diabetes. Based on this you
    will have to correct the lifestyle, food habits and learn protocols to de-stress
    your body. This protocol is developed based on Yogic science. There will be few
    postures which will stimulate the Marma points in the body, and they are
    directly connected to the concerned organ meridians. When we stimulate the
    concerned Marma points in the body, these points will ‘switch on’ the insulin
    producing Beta cells ‘switch off’ glycogen releasing liver cells and control
    the glucose absorption from the small intestine.

    To optimize the benefits of this health module, every
    individual should adopt a proper dieting methodology. We call this Micro
    Dieting Techniques (MDT). This will set the ambience for healing in the body,
    at the cellular level. MDT is designed based on the constitution of your body
    as well as the present emergency situation in the body. To accelerate the
    regeneration of the cells, tissue or organs, we also adopt an advanced
    Acupuncture protocol for diabetes patients. We also teach them Pranayama and meditation
    techniques to control the mind and stress level.

    Finally, we can support the diabetes patient with electro-homeopathy
    medications, if necessary. It is a molecular medicine, made out of
    phytochemicals, from plant extracts. It is organic in nature. These medicines
    correct the metabolic mechanism of our body. Electro-homeopathy medicines
    enhance the body’s healing system by correcting the chemistry of lymph and the
    blood in our body. This medicine also corrects the structural damages and
    reinstates the functions of the organs and finally sets the wellbeing of the
    body.

    What are the benefits of EBBE Therapy procedures?

    As per our clinical observation we have seen the
    following benefits over a period of 4 weeks to 10 weeks.

    –      
    Better energy to work – Acidity under control – Blood
    sugar level under control –    HbA1c is
    within limits – Overall health improvement – Sound sleep – Improved sexual
    energy – Healthy look – Keeps weight under control – Better control of anxiety
    and anger mgmt. – Satiety even with less quantity of food intake – Enhanced
    muscular efficiency – Increased digestive power etc.

  • Around half the Indian population Vitamin-D deficient: Study

    Nearly half the population of India is vitamin
    D deficient, according to a study. The study done by a diagnostic firm is based
    on 2.2 million tests results collected over six years from 2019 nationwide.

    The
    study found that 46.5 per cent of persons tested across India were vitamin D
    deficient, while another 26 per cent had insufficient levels.

    The findings underscore widespread vitamin D
    deficiency and the need to create awareness to prevent this. Better nutrition,
    and regular screening are the need of the hour as it is an overlooked health
    challenge. It impacts absorption of nutrients, immunity, bone health and
    overall well-being.

    According to the study, it could be because
    of today’s way of life, limited exposure to sun, poor dietary habits leave
    alone geography.

    However, the data shows national deficiency
    rates falling from about 51 per cent in 2019-20 to 43 per cent in 2023-24.

    Vitamin D deficiency is found to be high in
    adolescents and working-age adults, largely owing to indoor lifestyle.
    Teenagers aged between 13 and 18 years showed the highest deficiency rate at
    66.9 per cent. The gender gap has narrowed over time, with deficiency levels at
    46.9 per cent among women and 45.8 per cent among men.

  • FAT-BURNING SECRET OF GREEN TEA REVEALED

    Researchers state that green tea may help
    burn fat in the body as green tea’s natural compounds may be behind burning fat
    and balancing metabolism.

    It can help burn fat and balance blood
    sugar as observed from the studies on mice. In a study with obese mice, green
    tea improved metabolism and muscle health without harming lean animals.
    Scientists say its powerful plant compounds work together to regulate fat and
    energy use. The findings hint that green tea could be a natural support for
    healthy weight management.

    This ancient beverage is known for its
    medicinal and antioxidant properties, widely studied for its beneficial effects
    on metabolic diseases, such as obesity and type 2 diabetes.  Green tea treatment helped reduce weight and
    significantly improved glucose sensitivity and insulin resistance in obese mice,
    reinforcing its potential relevance in the treatment of obesity in humans.

    However, not all commercial green tea
    meets the necessary quality standards.