Tag: AYURVEDA

Understanding Karkitaka Chikitsa Through Ritucharya

Seasonal care in Ayurveda should be developed according to one’s body, region, way of life, environmental exposure and ideally under the guidance of a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner. Ayurveda was never designed as a system of standardised packages. It is important to undergo seasonal therapy when your body is preparing to face climatic stress in your region.

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Follow Ayush Advisory; Beat the Heat; Be Safe During Heatwaves

A comprehensive Public Health Advisory on extreme heat conditions and heatwave has been issued by Ayush Ministry for this summer, in view of the rising temperatures and prevailing heatwave conditions in several parts of the country. It’s a grim reminder of the dangers of prolonged high temperature exposure, especially for the vulnerable—infants, children, pregnant women, the elderly, and outdoor workers.

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Ayurveda aligns with World Health Day Theme

At a time when mental stress, chronic ailments, especially those caused by way of life, and health issues related to climate and environmental changes are on the rise, World Health Day, on April 7 reminds one that Ayurveda helps lead a healthy life. Prevention is better than cure. The theme this year is Together for health. Stand with science. Ayurveda, a way of life rooted in science, aligns with the theme and offers a structured system for prevention, care and wellness.

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Holistic Care for Stroke Management Highlighted

On World Stroke Day 2025 on October 29, the Ministry of Ayush highlighted the role of Ayush systems in providing holistic, preventive, and rehabilitative care for stroke — one of the leading causes of death and disability in India. Emphasising an integrative approach, Ayush systems focus on promoting systemic balance, enhancing resilience, and supporting long-term recovery to complement conventional medical care in stroke management.

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DRAVYA PORTAL TO CATALOGUE 100 AYUSH SUBSTANCES IN FIRST PHASE

To create an online knowledge repository, the Dravya portal is all set to catalogue Ayush substances in its first phase, around 100 key medicinal substances, according to Union Ayush Minister Prataprao Jadhav. The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) initiative is AI-ready and will eventually interlink with the Ayush Grid and other Ministry initiatives on medicinal substances and drug policy.

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