Fenugreek seeds help for Diabetics

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Wash and soak 10 gm of the methi seeds*  in water overnight.Drink the water in the morning on an empty stomach and eat the seeds after crushing them.This brings down the sugar levels in the blood after 1-2 months.

  *menthulu in Telugu and vendhayam in Tamil.

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A simple tip for Diabetes

Mix 2 spoons of ginger juice with 2 spoons of lemon juice and drink this mixture daily 1 hour before dinner.This controls diabetes and reduces the sugar level.
-As told by Pandit Elchuri

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Banana flower in the diet

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Banana flower is usually used a s a vegetable.The waxy purple bracts and some tough parts of the yellowish flower are discarded and the tender flowers are used in cooking.

This vegetable is useful to reduce breathing related problems and gynec disorders.

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A simple remedy for "dropping of the vagina"

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Dropping of the vaginal canal can occur due to various pelvic floor disorders or trauma.This can also lead to vaginal prolapse.
An Ayurveda remedy as recommended by Panditha Elchuri is given below:
Peel and cut raw Bananas into small pieces.Dry them and powder and sieve and store.
3-5 gm of this powder should be taken with water twice a day.This will firm up the vaginal canal.

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A raisin tonic for fevers

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Wash 10-15 raisins and soak them for a few hours.Crush them well with the back of a spoon and boil them in the same water.Filter and drink.This serves as a tonic for people suffering from fevers and also increases the strength of a person.

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Fear of miscarriage?

If a lady has a risk of miscarriage ,It is advisable for her to eat the curd which is set in a silver bowl.The chances of abortion are greatly reduced.
-As told by Pujya Sri Asaramji Bapu.

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Cowhage seeds in treating Asthma

Boil the seeds of Cowhage in milk.Remove the seeds and dry them well. Powder these seeds and store.
Mix 2 and half gm of this powder with a little cow's ghee and one spoon of honey and eat this half an hour before food.When this is done thrice a day for 40 days Asthma disappears.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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An ayurvedic cure for dizziness

Dizziness has various causes but the one due to excess pitta in the body creates a kind of illusion that the sky and everything around the person is spinning.
This can be easily cured with the remedy given below.
Take 20 gm of cowhage root.Wash and grind it with water.Now boil this paste with 250 ml water till it reduces to half its volume.Filter and add 30 gm of pure Cow's ghee and drink this 2 times a day for 3 days.The problem disappears.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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When the skin does not feel "touch"

When some areas of the skin become insensitive to touch the following this remedy may be followed.
Take the root of Cowhage ,wash and extract the juice.Mix equal quantity of mustard oil to it and heat it in a thick bottomed vessel on a low flame till oil remains.Store this oil.Massage the affected area with this oil twice a day.The skin slowly becomes normal and responds normally to touch.

-As told by Panditha Elchuri

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Cowhage -An introduction

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Cowhage or Cowitch has many medicinal properties.The root and seeds are used.The Latin name is Mucuna pruriens. The bean is covered with hair so it is also called" Velvet bean" .It is called Atmagupta in Sanskrit, kiwach in Hindi, Poonaikkali in Tamil and pedda dhoolagondi in Telugu.

Its roots are used a s a nervine tonic and a blood purifier,also used in some gynec disorders .The hairs causes itching and this property also is made use of in Ayurveda.

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An Ayurvedic appetizer

Boil 10-20 leaves of crushed mint leaves in one glass of water and drink .This will improve the digestion ,increases the appetite and also reduces joint pain.

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For Sciatica pain

Rubbing sesame seed oil on the soles of the feet help reduce sciatica like pain.Clap your feet with the oil on and doing pranayam before sleeping will reduce the pain .
-As told byPujya Asaramji bapu.

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Fevers due to indigestion

If a person is suffering from frequent fevers due to indigestion they can try eating 2-3 gm of ginger pieces with a few drops of lemon juice before lunch or dinner.This aids in the complete digestion of food thus preventing fevers.

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Symptomatic relief for high blood pressure

Take 2 tablespoons of raw onion juice and mix it with 2 teaspoons of honey and drink.This will immediately give some relief during high B.P .This is not a cure but a temporary aid.

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Colacasia leaves for strengh

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It is highly beneficial to include the leaves of Colacasia* in the regular diet.It is said to be a "virya vardhaka" .It improves the body -gives it a glow and also promotes intellect.

-As told by Asaram ji Bapu.



*Colacasia also known as Taro in English,Chamma dhumpa in telugu,Chepan kazhangu in Tamil,Arbi in hindi.patra,guhiya etc.

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A tip to clear away the negative energy in the house

Remove all broken glass items,watches beyond repair, old unfit locks, rusted keys , old clothes which are never worn and things which are never used and gather dust from your home.That will clear away most of the negative energy in the house.

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Cow milk Vs Buffalo milk

Cow milk is considered to be better in Ayurveda .
Buffalo milk induces sleep and also decreases excessive appetite.

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Neem aid in jaundice

Neem leaves juice -10 gm
mishri-5 gm
honey-10gm
Mix all the three and make the patient suffering from jaundice* consume this mixture.This should be done thrice a day.This is a very good cure for jaundice.
-As told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu.
*Jaundice is known as piliya in Hindi, Kaamerelu in Telugu and Kaamalai in Tamil.

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Dry dates for drowsiness

When a person feels excessively sleepy or drowsy he is advised to eat a small piece of dry Date fruit with milk.
The person will have trouble sleeping if he takes more than 3 doses a day.So exercise caution with the dosage limit.
-As told by Pujya Asaram ji Bapu.

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Guava curry for digestion

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Select 2 not so ripe fruits of Guava.Fry them and add rocksalt.This curry aids in digestion and also helps the liver.
Guava seeds are more beneficial to health when they are eaten whole without chewing.Swallow few seeds for cleaning the digestive system.

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Pros and cons of Shilajith

Shilajith is perhaps one of the most important Rasayanas mentioned in Ayurveda.
It is actually a resin obtained from the rocks of the Himalayan mountains.Plant matter gets trapped in rocks under high pressure and during summers this sap oozes out due to the heating effect of the sun.
It is heavy and brown in colour with a slimy touch.It has a bitter taste and is known to have at least 85 minerals in the ionic form.It also has many potent biochemical substances.It is soluble in water .However it should be purified before use.
It is also called Asphalt um or mineral pitch or girij.There is a similar substance called Mumijo from the Caucasus mountains of Eurasia but the Himalyan counterpart is said to be more powerful.
It is used in many medicines of Ayurveda especially the Chavanprash.
It is said to have a huge rejuvenating effect on the body.It has antimicrobial properties so it can effectively fight infections.It is used in many medicines to cure arthritis,diabetes,muscular pains,depression,to enhance learning skills,increases the immunity,to fight obesity,for urinary tract problems,for the proper functioning of kidneys ,for good sexual health and for many other diseases.
In spite of all the beneficial properties of Shilajith self medication is not recommended.Many medicines from unauthorised sources which are supplemented with shilajith may contain intolerant levels of heavy metals.

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Eating fruit-Before or after meal?

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It is always better to eat fruit atleast half an hour before a meal than eat fruit after a heavy meal.Fruit can be eaten after a really light meal.

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Dates for hiccups

When a date fruit is kept in the cheek and sucked on- hiccups disappear.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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A simple tip for a bloated stomach

At times people feel their stomachs are bloated and feel heavy after a big meal.At these times when one sucks on the seed of Date fruit,the bloated feeling disappears.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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For hoarseness of voice

Boil dates in milk for a few minutes .Cool and drink.This will make the voice better.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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A cure for intestinal worms

De seed 3 date fruits and add the juice of 3 lemons to it.Grind well and eat small portions of this paste through the day.The worms and bad germs in the intestines disappear.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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A date-mix for over bleeding in women.

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Menorrhagia or abnormally heavy bleeding during periods is very uncomfortable and dangerous for the lady.The recipe given below reduces heavy bleeding in women.
Ingredients needed:
Raisins -100gm
Dates- 100gm
Mishri -100 gm
Tailed pepper or java pepper*-100 gm
Grind all the above ingredients and store in a jar.
Dosage:
One spoon twice a day with water.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.
*Tailed pepper is known as Chaluva miriyalu or thoka miriyalu in Telugu,Vallmilaku in Tamil,Cubeb in English and kabab chini in Hindi.

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Peepal tree cure for combatting pollution effects

This tip is for people who suffer from respiratory /breathing problems and allergic reactions due to the pollution in the atmosphere.
Collect the bark of a Peepul tree* and clean it well and dry and powder and store.
Add a small spoon of this powder to a glass of water and boil well till it reduces to a cup.Drink a cup of this decoction twice a day.
This will make the body fit enough to fight the pollution and relieve the symptoms.
--As told by Acharya Balakrishnaji of Patanjali Yogpeeth of Baba Ramdevji.

* Peepul tree(Raavi chettu in telugu,Avasai in Tamil,
Latin name-Ficus religiosa)

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Home made Nasal inhaler

Take a small piece of muslin cloth. Spread it on a clean surface and put 2 teaspoons of crushed Ajwain* and 6 pinches of Camphor in the center.Gather the edges and tie the cloth with a strong thread to make it look like a small tight bundle or potli .
Use it like a regular nasal inhaler.Replace it after a day.This relieves the symptoms of a stuffy nose.
The edible variety of camphor should be used.


*Ajwain (Carom seeds in English/omam in Tamil/vaamuin Telugu/ova in Marathi/jowan in Bengali/Ayamodakam in Malayalam)

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A request to all the pregnant mothers....

All the pregnant mothers are requested to realise that a Natural delivery is a much safer option with lesser complications than a C-section . A Cesarean operation cannot be avoided in case of complications but it should never be performed for the sake of convenience.

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"Youvanprash " recipe

This is a recipe for elderly people or people who are suffering from symptoms of old age.This rejuvenates a person's health and makes them feel younger.
Ingredients needed:
10 gm of cardamom /elaichi/elakai
10gm bay leaves
10 gm of cloves/lavangalu/lavangam/laung
10 gm dry ginger/sont/chukku/sonti
10 gm long pepper/pipallu/pipli
20 gm dry dates/khajur/karjuram/perichampazham
20gm coriander seeds/dhaniya
20gm chironji seeds/charoli/saarapappu-small brown nuts with an almond flavour.
200gm Raisins
200 gm Mishri
These are the other few ingredients which are available in the Ayurvedic stores
10gmAthimadhuram(Glycyrrhiza glabra)
20gm Kantkari/Vakudukayalu/Solanum Xanthocarpum
20 gm Nelavemu/nilavempu/Kalmegh in Hindi
Powder all the above except raisins and mix.Now grind the powder with the raisins the mixture becomes a thick jam.Store it in a clean jar.
Dosage:
One teaspoon on an empty stomach and once at bedtime with warm milk and mishri.
-This is a recipe as told by Panditha Elchuri.
A word of caution:pregnant ladies should avoid eating this.

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Giloy or Tinospora cardifolia for combating swine flu.

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Tinosporia cardifolia has innumerable curative properties.

Its also known as Gudichi,Giloy in Hindi ,Thippatheega in Telugu, Shindilakodi in Tamil,Amritaballi in Kannada and Ambrithu in Malayalam.

Take a branch -one foot long of the giloy plant -wash it well and extract the juice and boil it well with 7 leaves of Tulasi plant (The holy Basil).Drink this concoction with pepper corns and rock salt .Alternatively Mishri also can be added according to the taste preferred.

In case the fresh plant of giloy is not available the powdered form or the churna can be used to prepare the concoction .Tulasi and Giloy churnas are easily available in all Ayurvedic stores.

This is a preventive as well as a curative measure to effectively fight the flu and also common cold.This strengthens the immune system and the respiratory system.

--As told by Baba Ramdevji.

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Long pepper for stomach problems

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Long pepper is dried and powdered and stored in a jar.when 3 pinches of this powder is taken with honey it reduces the symptoms of diarrhoea .

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Rice broth /kanji for people recovering from dysentery.

When patients are recovering from dysentery it is very beneficial if they drink rice broth to which a little rock salt/sendha namak and roasted jeera /cumin powder has been added.

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Common Leucas for itchy skin

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The Chota halkusa * or the common Leucas has many medicinal properties.
Wash the leaves and extract the juice .Mix it with a pinch of salt and apply on rashes and skin eruptions and infections and itchy areas.The skin problems disappear.
-As told by Panditha elchuri.
*This plant is also known as Thummachettu in Telugu -Not to be confused with Thumma Chettu which is a big thorny tree,Thumbai in Tamil and Thumbe in Kanada.The L. name is Leucas aspera.

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Hibiscus flower decoction for fevers

Crush 2 hibiscus flowers (red and single layered) and boil it in a glass of water till it reduces to one cup.Filter and drink.This infusion helps reduce fevers and decreases the heat in the body.
-As told by Panditha elchuri.

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Hibiscus flower for initiating periods in young girls

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The hibiscus plant has many medicinal uses.This tip may be useful for older girls who have not started getting their periods.The girl must take 3 hibiscus flowers(only the petals) and crush them and eat them with mishri for 4-5 days.The hibiscus which has to be used is the single layered red variety.After the discharge begins,the girl must discontinue eating this mixture.
-as told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Accumlated Ama-The main reason for most diseases

Improper digestion can leave behind partially digested food in the intestines.This is called ama.If this is not flushed out in time-it gets putrefied and sometimes also gets toxic.This becomes the root cause for many diseases.Technically speaking it is a word describing any substance which is in a state of incomplete transformation."Agni' is responsible for the transformation and low agni again cannot help in the elimination of ama resulting in diseases.Agni can be compared to the digestive enzymes in this case.
Ama is not only physical but also exists in emotional levels -like excessive anger,pent up negative emotions like jealosy,greed,hatred-all of them lead to accumulation of ama which in turn invite diseases.
A person wishing good health must be aware that good digestion and a calm mind is very vital.

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Fasting for health

Fasting once a week or once a fortnight is very beneficial for health.This gives the digestive system some rest it deserves and also revitalizes and repairs the body .Care must be taken and adequate fluids must be taken.some fresh fruits may be consumed.

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Phulka Vs Paratha

Though the phulka is no competition for the very delicious paratha it is more easily digestible.The rotis which are roasted with oil/ghee on the pan take a longer time to digest than the phulka which is puffed up on the direct flame.This can be tested by a small experiment.Soak both type of breads in water and observe which soaks faster...

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A cure for people who feel 'hot' when its not

In Ayurveda terms the' heat' does not mean the body temperature.
For people who feel its hot even during rainy seasons and winters can try this simple recipe:
Fry half an onion (which is cut into pieces) in very little oil and add curd .Let it soak for a while. Eat this once a day.The body will not feel so hot.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Camphor relief in stress

Place a small block of camphor under the pillow of the person suffering from stress in the night and burn the camphor in the morning.This aids in stress relief.-As told by Asaramji Bapu.

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A simple digestive aid recipe

Ingredients needed:
Dry ginger powder/sont/sonti/chukku
powder of black Myrobalan/haritaki/karakkaya/harra/kadukkai
powder of ajwain/Carom seeds seeds/vamu/
Powdered Long pepper/pipalli/pippalu
Powdered black salt
Take 1 table spoon of all the powders and mix and store .When 1/4 spoon is of this powder is taken after a meal with warm water even the most heavy meals are digested very quickly.
-As told by panditha elchuri.

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Ayurvedic Shampoo

Things needed:
Gooseberry powder/usurikai powder/amla powder/nellikai powder
Shikakai powder/the powder of the dried fruits of Acacia concinna
Soapnuts-4/kunkudikaya in telugu/rita in hindi
Boil the above ingredients in 300 ml water ,filter and use as a herbal shampoo.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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coconut milk for hair growth

Grind pieces of fresh coconut and extract the milk.Massage the scalp with this milk and wash the hair with a herbal shampoo after half an hour.This promotes luxurious hair growth,reduces dandruff and also prevents greying.

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Almond milk recipe for improving eyesight in children

Take equal quantities of almonds/badam, fennel/somph and mishri.
Powder the mishri.
Fry the fennel seeds in very little ghee and powder.
Soak the almonds in hot water for a few hours and remove the skin and powder them after drying them in the sun.
Now mix the 3 powders and store.
when 1 spoon of this mixture is taken with half a glass of milk daily at bedtime for 3 months the eyesight improves greatly in children and this also improves their memory and concentration and helps them to grow strong and beautiful.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Avoiding milk during fevers

It is best for adults to avoid drinking milk when one has fever.

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Practising mauna to hear the voice of the silence.

Mouna or silence when practised as a yoga gives all good results for the mind ,body and soul.When mauna is practised for an hour a day the mind becomes very refreshed and more work will be achieved by the person.It should not conflict with one's daily duties or put other people in trouble.
Spiritually motivated silence is known a s mouna yoga.Ordinarily keeping silent would be called mauna but avoiding any type of communication is an advanced level with direct results.
It must be noted that when a person is silent forcefully out of anger or fear or any negative feeling is bad for health.
The obvious benefits of mauna are that one can avoid are gossiping,backbiting,exposing one's ignorance,talking to the point that one regrets later,spending away so much physical energy and also saving a lot of time.
Mauna yoga creates a kind of stillness of mind where one can be both peaceful and alert.

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Tratak- To improve memory and other benefits

Tratak or fixed gaze meditation is practised on one's favourite god's image or a black dot or Om symbol or swastik symbol or a on candle flame.It is better done indoors in a dimly lit room.The object of concentration is kept 3 feet away at the eye level.The breathing should be first regulated.
Then look at the picture steadily without blinking or staring or straining the eyes.Then close the eyes after a minute and try to visualize the object.Reapeat this 4-5 times.
Regular practice of this yoga increases the concentration,mental and memory power.

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Tips for students-1

Doing Surya namaskars,light exercises and yogasana is very beneficial for students.Pranayama and wearing tilak also helps the students to perform well in school.
chewing 5 tulasi leaves and drinking a glass of water has a very good effect.
Drinking Cow's milk is more beneficial for students.
-As told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu

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Ideal timings for a bath

It is very ideal for people to take bath before sunrise.Bath should be taken in the mornings on an empty stomach.The body must be scrubbed well and only clothes which are washed and cleaned must be worn.These are very small adaptations which bring about a lot of beneficial changes in the health of a person.

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Onion cure for urinary problems

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Fry a piece of onion (appr : 25 gm) in little ghee and consume it with food.This is a very effective remedy for many kidney problems including kidney stones and the body becomes strong too.

-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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An amazingly simple cure for white discharge in women

Eating 2 tender ladies finger/okra early in the morning on an empty stomach for 40 days will stop the unnecessary white discharge in ladies.

-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Gingelly seeds cure for constipation

Grind gingelly seeds/sesame seeds and jaggery and eat around 20 gm of this mixture at bedtime.This ensures the proper cleaning of intestines and aids in digestion.

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For a dry mouth

Mix pomegranate seeds with sugar and chew well and take in the juice for decreasing the discomfort of a dry mouth.

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an ayurvedic appetiser

Mix a spoon of honey with sweet pomegranate juice and drink it twice a day.This acts like an appetiser and increases hunger.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri

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pomegranate aid for nose bleeding

When 2 drops of pomegranate flower's juice is put in the nostrils the bleeding immediately stops.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri

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Tips for the rainy season

It is always better to consume easily digestible foodstuff in the rainy season.
The water gets contaminated easily so care must be taken when boiling and storing the water.
Fenugreek leaves,drumstick leaves,parwal/potals/pointed gourds,bottle gourd/lauki,bathua leaves,spinach,green gram dal,warm milk,cow's ghee,pomegranates,grapes and apples are especially suitable during this season.
As told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu.

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Replacing sugar

Too much sugar intake is bad for health.So replacing sugar with dates,jaggery,raisins and honey in the diet is recommended.

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ginger juice for nausea

When equal quantities of ginger juice and onion juice are mixed and taken -nausea is reduced .1 spoon every 4 hours is an appropriate dosage.

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benefits of jackfruit seeds

Jackfruit seeds have immense health benefits.It has many vital nutrients and minerals and helps in the growth of children.They can be boiled toasted or roasted and included in the diet.

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Placing salt in toilets

Placing an open bowl of sea salt or unrefined salt in toilets will remove negative energy.The salt can be replaced when it gets wet.This should be done only in bathrooms/toilets and not in any other room.

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Vajrasana for stomach disorders

The vajrasana or the diamond pose or the thunderbolt asana is very simple and easy and anyone can practice it with ease.People with knee problems may find it difficult and should avoid it.Practising this asana after meals for 5 minutes will ensure good digestion and eliminates the excess wind formation.It helps strengthen the reproductive organs for ladies.

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Sahadevi for insomnia

Keeping potted plants of sahadevi in the bedroom will actually induce sleep in a person sleeping in the room.
When 2 drops of the juice of sahadevi leaves is inhaled into the nostrils -the quality of sleep is better.
Grind leaves of sahadevi leaves and apply on forehead in case of insomnia.

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Vernonia cineria or sahadevi

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Sahadevi or ash colored fleabane has many medicinal properties.It is used for stomach pains ,fevers ,eyedisorders and skin diseases.

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Curd cure for insomnia

Mix a spoon of mishri in a small cup of very fresh curd and drink it in the night.This mixture helps a person to sleep well.

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A summer tip

Mix mishri in a little coriander juice and drink to reduce the heat in the body.

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for increasing the appetite

Mix a little rock salt in orange juice and a pinch of sont or dry ginger powder and drink for increasing the appetite.It also improves the digestion.

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Coriander leaf help for burning of the eyes

Include a lot of fresh coriander leaves in the diet to reduce the burning sensation in the eyes.

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A quick mix for liver health

Mix
10 ml neem leaf juice +5 gm mishri+10gm honey and drink this thrice a day.This strengthens the liver.
-As told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu.

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A tip to beat the heat...

Grind onion and mint to a paste with spices.this dip/chutney helps one in summers.

As told by Pujya asramji Bapu

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To avoid the hot winds...

Mix 1 spoon of old jaggery in 1 glass of water.Filter and drink after half anhour.This helps the person to bear the intensity of hot winds.
-As told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu.

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ginger and lemon remedy for blood sugar

Drinking the mixture of lemon+ginger juice(1 spoon) an hour before dinner helps in reducing the blood sugar levels.

As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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For regular fevers

Chew 6 fresh leaves of tulasi with peppercorns and mishri.the fever will disappear in a few days never to come back again.

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Significance of ear peircing

It is believed that piercing of the ears in children of (2-5)years prevents many diseases.It also prevents hernia.
-as told by Pujya Asramji Bapu.

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Healing effects of the toe ring

Married Hindu ladies of India wear silver toe rings.this increases the memory of a lady and also prevents sciatica pain and reduces the delivery pain in ladies.

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Therapeutic effects of the anklets or payal

Wearing silver anklets prevents knee pain,back pain and prevents hysteria in ladies.

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Jewels for health

Ornaments were worn by ladies and men in India in olden times for health reasons too.It is always advisable to use gold ornaments above the waist for the head,ears and nose and only silver ornaments are worn for the feet.If this is not followed the lady may experience many health problems which could have been so easily prevented.-As told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu

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When coins are swallowed...

2 ripe bananas are given to children who swallow small coins or beads or smooth objects and this makes it easier for the object to pass out in the stool.
This however does not apply for dangerous batteries ,poisonous and sharp pointed objects.
-As told by Pujya Asramji Bapu.

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An ayurvedic preparation to reduce belly fat

Take the seeds of Linseed tree and castor oil plant in equal quantities.Take care that only the seed should be taken for the castor oil plant-the cover must be removed.Grind the seeds together with water and into a quite dilute paste and apply it all over the problematic areas.The belly fat definitely reduces.
_As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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A diet for night blindness

Cook a few linseed flowers and include it in the diet for 21 days continuously.This improves the eyesight of the person in nightblindness.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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An ayurvedic fairness cream

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The flowers of Sesbania grandiflora or Linseed plant are dried in the shade and made into a powder and stored.Mix a small portion of it with buffalo's milk and a little butter and apply all over the skin before taking bath.This definitely improves the colour and tone of the skin.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Flax seeds recipe for boils

Grind flax seeds and add turmeric and tie as a poultice for the boils to burst.

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An extremely easy tip for over bleeding during menstruation in women

Eat a very ripe piece of banana with pure ghee 3 times a day.This reduces the problem of over bleeding in women.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Aswagndha for over bleeding in women

Mix 5 gm of aswagandha powder and mix it with 5 gm of mishri.Take it early in the morning for reducing over bleeding .
-As told by panditha Elchuri.

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A tip for sour burps

Dry a banana leaf well.Burn it into ash and sieve and store.Mix 2 pinches of ash with 1 spoon of honey and take this twice a day.This is a good remedy for sour burps.

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The lesser known Nagdhon...

Nagdhon or nagdhamana is not a very popular plant in ayurvedha but it has been found that it has many beneficial health properties.It is dark green - succulent and the leaves are waxy and the stem oozes out a milky fluid.It is a common garden plant.The latin name was not mentioned.
When 2 small leaves of nagdhon are eaten with 2 peppercorns on an empty stomach for 3-4 days it cures bleeding piles and over bleeding in women.It is also very effective in treating ulcerative colitis and reducing ulcer pain. 1 big glass of water also must be taken after chewing the leaves and peppercorns.
-info from Baba Ramdev's Ashram.

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An apple a day.....

Wash and soak the the apple in warm water for a few minutes and scratch away the wax on the skin.
Eat an apple a day for atleast 10 days with the skin to prevent insomnia,to increase the memory power,and prevent cough and fevers.Take time to chew the apple well.
--As told by Pujya Sri Asaramji Bapu.

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A tip to endure the summer

Take equal quantities of coriander seeds/dhaniya ,Mishri and somph and powder them.Chew a teaspoon of this powder and drink water.The body will be able to endure the summer heat.
--As told by pujya Asaram ji Bapu.

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Aswagandha or Withinia somnifera leaves for reducing weight

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Aswagandha/winter cherry has innumerable medical properties and also called the Indian ginseng.
It has been observed that the leaves help reduce weight.Eat one clean leaf three times a day and drink warm water .Do this for 3 days.You will need 9 leaves altogether for one course.
Repeat this course after 15 days.There is a definite improvement seen in the reduction of weight.During this course avoiding junk food and practicing pranayama will ensure better results.
--Info from Babab Ramdev's Asram.

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Touch me not plant-Therapeutic effects part-2

This plant also has the quality to tighten loose flesh.
The bulky loose fore arm can be made compact by applying the paste of its leaves regularly on the hanging flesh.
The paste of the leaves can also be used in treating rectal prolapse and very beginning stages of vaginal prolapse.
The paste also helps in treating hydrocele when applied on the affected area.
--info from Baba Ramdev's Ashram.

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Medicinal properties of the Touch me not plant/Mimosa pudica-part 1

Mimosa pudica is also known as chuimui or lajwanti in hindi because of its unique property to droop or collapse when touched and opens up a few minutes later.

This plant has many medicinal properties and its anti-cough property is one of them.
When a small piece of root is tied to a chain around the neck-the cough reduces remarkably.This is especially useful for children.
Adults can wash the root well and suck on it for relief from cough and throat troubles.
The paste of the leaves can be applied over the swollen tonsils area and goitre area for immense relief.
When the root is boiled with water and the concoction is taken with tulasi juice and honey it is very soothing for the throat.

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mango juice mix for weakness

When 150 gm (apprx) of mango juice is mixed with 1 spoon of honey and ginger juice the weakness experienced by old people is greatly reduced.

-As told byPujya Asaramji Bapu.

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A home remedy for sciatica pain

Mix 100ml water with 100 ml milk.Boil this with 10 garlic pods till it reduces to half the volume.Eat the cooked garlic pods and drink the milk.This reduces sciatica like symptoms and the pain.
--As told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu.

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Bottle gourd juice for reducing burning sensation of hands and feet

When the juice of bottle gourd(calabash /anapakaya in telugu/lauki in hindi/sorakkai in tamil )is applied on the palms and soles the burning sensation is greatly reduced.

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Importance of keeping the head covered

Keeping the head covered can prevent many problems like premature greying of the hair,headaches,ear nose and throat ailments and many eye problems.It must be noted that in olden days ladies had their head covered with their saree /pallu and the men wore a cap or a turban.This practice kept many diseases away.

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Betel leaves for curing heat boils

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Smear a little ghee over the light green kind of Betel leaf.Heat it quickly and directly over fire for a few seconds .Place the leaf over the boil and tie a bandage over the lukewarm leaf.This must be done twice a day.The boil bursts /reduces in size within a day.
-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Girikarnika/Aparajitha to strengthen the nerves

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Aparajitha plant has many medicinal properties but it is known for its property to strengthen the nerves.The entire plant is dried and powdered to make the medicine.

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Palash tree leaves as a healthy disposable plates

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Butea frondosa also known a palash in hindi is known for its medicinal properties.The leaves are pieced together to make disposable plates and bowls.It is mentioned in ayurveda that it is very beneficial for people who eat in these plates.It helps in reducing vaata and kapha doshas and also prevents constipation.

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Medical properties of Albizia lebbek or Siris tree

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Siris tree or lebbek tree has many curative properties if taken in limited amounts.
It is used for treating snake bites,scorpion bites and stings.The leaves are made into a paste with water and applied on the wound.
It is also used for eye related ailments.
When the kashayam (concentrated tea) of the bark of this tree is taken internally it is known to cure Ascites.
The powder of the dry leaves is mixed with pure cows ghee/sesame seed oil and applied on the psoriasis and eczema patches for a significant improvement in the texture of the skin.

When 5-6 tender leaves are boiled in water and when this infusion is taken it is said to eliminate infection or pus cells in urine.
In general this tree is used for figting venom and infections.However it must be taken in small amounts.
--As told by Baba Ramdevji.

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Few tips for minor burns

Wash the area with clean water mixed with turmeric powder.
Apply coconut oil mixed with turmeric powder.
Grind a small piece of potato and apply on the affected area .

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Tamarind seeds cure for ringworm

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Ringworm or Dermatophytosis is a fungal infection of the skin.

Grind tamarind seeds with lemon juice and apply over the infected patch. The infection slowly disappears.

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Turmeric and sesame face pack

Grind raw turmeric and sesame seeds with water and make a thick paste.Apply this on face and wash off after a few hours for a clearer face.

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Henna hair oil

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Wash the flowers and leaves of Henna well and coarse grind them.Add this to coconut oil and simmer this oil on low heat in a thick bottomed pan.Simmer it till all the moisture escapes and only the oil is left behind.Cool ,filter and store in a glass bottle.This oil is excellent for hair growth .

-As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Sugarcane juice for internal heat

Chew pieces of sugarcane well -the juice reduces the internal heat in the body.It soothes the stomach and also reduces burning sensation in the chest.
-as told by asarmji Bapu.

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Ayurvedic way to reduce weight

Mix 10 gms of honey, juice of half a lemon and 10 drops of ginger juice in 1 big glass of lukewarm water.Drink this juice early in the morning on an empty stomach.This helps one to control and reduce weight.

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dried ginger/sont for digestion

Slightly roast dried ginger and powder it add rock candy sugar powder in the ratio of 2:1 .Store in a bottle.Take half a spoon of this mixture in lukewarm water aftre a heavy meal.This aids in digestion.
--As told by panditha Elchuri.

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Lemon juice for indigestion

Lemon juice is very good for indigestion.Add sugar in slightly concentrated lemon water and drink twice a day-This is a very good cure for indigestion and other stomach related problems.

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A home remedy for stomach pain in small children

Take a little asafoetida/hing /inguva/peringayam and mix it with water to make a thin paste.Smear it on the stomach around the navel of the baby.The stomach pain due to discomfort or gas is relieved.

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An ayurvedic spice mix

Fry peppercorns in ghee.Fry ajwain/vaamu/thymol seeds and add a little asafoetida .Grind separately and mix the 2 powders.This is a good spice mix which can be added in gravies,vegetable curries and rasam and sambar .
This increases the appetite and aids in the digestion.
-As told by panditha Elchuri.

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Pudina/mint leaves juice for skin problems

when Mint leaves juice is applied on the skin it not only soothes but also prevents and cures fungal infections on the skin.

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fennel seeds for prickly heat

Soak Fennel seeds /somph in water for 6 hrs.Add this water in bath water.Prickly heat problem will be resolved.You may also grind the seeds with water and apply on the affected area.

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Papaya flower for hairless patches

Grind papya flowers and apply on the hairless patches.When this is done regularly hair starts growing in the hairless patch.This is also known as" penu korukudu "in Telugu or Alopecia in medical terms.
-As told by panditha elchuri.

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Mustard oil relief for breathlessness

Mix salt in mustard oil and massage the chest of the person suffering from breathlessness and asthma.The symptoms will reduce.

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Papaya fruit for kidneys

Eat a ripe piece of papaya 2 times a day.This maintains the health of kidneys.People who have difficulty in urinating and urinate in drops will know the difference.

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Peepul tree leaves to cool the body

Wash and shade dry the leaves of the peepul tree.Powder the dried leaves.Boil a teaspoon of this powder in a glass of water.Filter and drink.This is highly beneficial in cooling the body.

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Gooseberry to beat the heat

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When gooseberry/amla/usurikai/nellikai juice is rubbed on the forehead it pulls away the heat from the body.
As told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu.

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A simple cure for worms

Mix the juice of young neem leaves and honey and carrot juice.Drink 50 ml of this juice daily for a week.This will eliminate worms in the stomach.
--As told by pujya Asaramji Bapu.

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Oil for Arthritis pain

Gently boil 1 cup of mustard oil.Crush 4 jaiphal/nutmegs/jajikaya /jathikaya and add it to the oil.Store it in a glass jar.This is a good pain relief oil for massaging the joints.

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Onion juice for cholera symptoms

15 gm onion juice+powder of 7 peppercorns must be mixed with a little rock candy sugar.This when taken helps people who are suffering from excessive thirst and stomach disturbances in cholera.

-As told by panditha Elchuri.

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Diet for good hair

Using Sesame oil,coconut,dark old jaggery,Trifala,black sesame seeds ,garlic and spinach in our diet ensures that the hair grows well.

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For Nasal Problems...

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Eclipta alba is widely used in Ayurveda and siddha medicines.It is commonly known as
"The false daisy".It is called Bringaraj in Hindi ,Guntagalagara in Telugu and Karisalankanni in Tamil.
Wash a few leaves of this plant and extract the juice.Put 3 drops in each nostril.This reduces headache,eliminates 'smell' in the nasal passages,reduces nasal discharges and reduces the heat in the nose.

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Tender neem leaves for year round health

Eating 7 tender Neem leaves with 2 peppercorns/Kalimirch Miriyalu/mizhagu for 20 days after Holi keeps one free from all diseases and fever for an entire year.

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Use mobile phones sparingly

Use mobile phones only when it is very essential .Avoid placing them near the body like in pockets or near the waist.The radiations have a very negative effect on the body and health of an individual.

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Honey and lemon juice for lightening dark circles under the eyes

Make a mixture of lemon juice and honey.Apply it gently under the eyes.The dark circles under the eyes lighten .

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wheat flour or ata for colds and cough

Fry a spoon of wheat flour in little ghee.Eat this 2 times a day.It is good to control cough and sneezing.

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mustard oil to decrease wrinkles

Apply a mixture of mustard oil and curd on the skin to prevent and soften wrinkles .

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For children who vomit milk often

Put 3 drops of fresh lemon juice in the mouth of the child before drinking milk.Let the child drink her/his milk.Wait for 10 minutes. Now put 3 drops of lemon juice again in the mouth of the child.This prevents the child from vomitting the milk.

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Cure for mouth ulcers with Nutmeg.

Myristica fragrans or Nutmeg(jajikaya in telugu , jaifal in hindi , jathikai in tamil) is a very famous spice.Take a whole nutmeg and rub it lightly on a rough and clean stone with water.The paste obtained is applied on the mouth ulcers for faster healing of the ulcers.

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Lemon bath water

Take 2-3 lemon rinds which are used and boil them in water with a little salt.Mix this with the bath water to reduce fatigue and body pains.
--As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Coccinia indica for reducing pain during periods

Wash fresh leaves of Coccinia indica (dhonda in telugu/kovakkai in tamil/tindora in hindi) and grind with equal amount of mustard seeds and garlic.Eat 10 gm this paste twice a day for reducing pain during periods.

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Tulasi for combatting Malaria fever

Eat 7 leaves of tulasi/holy basil with 7 peppercorns.Chew well and then swallow.Do it 2-3 times a day for reducing the symptoms of malaria.

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Cumin for Gynec Problems

Eat 3 table spoons of clean jeera/cumin seeds thru' the day.This helps in curing all kinds of ladies problems.It is especially useful in the itching and abnormal discharges of the vagina.
-As told by Panditha elchuri.

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Onions help in prevention of Cholera

Cut onions into small pieces and place them all over the house in plates.The smell of onion should be obvious .This prevents cholera from entering the house.
--As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Fennel seeds for treating white discharge in ladies

Powder Fennel seeds/Somph .Mix 2gm of this powder with ghee and consume 2 times a day 2 hrs before food.This controls excess white discharge in ladies.
---As told by Pandita Elchuri.

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To regulate the menstrual cycle in young women

Crush 1 spoon of fennel seeds /somph and boil in 1 glass water till the volume is reduced.Filter and add 1 table spoon of old jaggery.Drink this tea on an empty stomach.Dont eat or drink anything for an hour.This regularises the menstrual cycle .This is to be done twice a day for good results.
---As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Tulsi tea for fever

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Crush 10 Tulsi leaves,10 peppercorns,and a 2 gm ginger piece.Boil them in 2 glasses of water till the volume reduces to half.Filter and add rock candy sugar/mishri.Drink when slightly hot.Drink this tea 2-3 times a day depending on the intensity of the fever.

---As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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Tender neem leaves for white marks

Grind tender neem leaves with buttermilk/diluted curd .Apply this paste on white marks/spots on the skin.The spots disappear slowly with time.
---As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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An aid for better digestion

Mix 1 tablespoon of fresh juice of mint leaves/Pudina in 1 glass of water and 1 spoon of honey.Drink it early in the morning.This relieves gas and aids in digestion.

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For eliminating gas problems

Chew 3 pinches of ajwain/thymol seeds/vaamu/omam with the same amount of black salt and drink warm water.Belching and gas problem is solved.
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A routine for detoxifying the kidneys and preventing all types of urinary problems

Wash and peel a small white daikon radish/mullangi/mooli and grate it to squeeze out a small cup of juice.Add 1 spoon honey and drink this juice 2 hrs before dinner.When this is done regularly for 15 days you will be free from any kind of urinary problems for a year.
--as told by Panditha Elchuri.

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A very simple tip for Constipation problem

Mix and beat 1 tablespoon of ghee in 1 glass of hot water.Wait till the water becomes lukewarm and drink it.This works well for emptying the bowels the next day.

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To reduce the pain during periods for women

Heat a teaspoon of ghee and drop 10 peppercorns into it.Remove from fire and add 1 tablespoon of jaggery.Periods pain/menstrual cramp pain disappears when this mixture is eaten.
-As told by Elchuri.

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A good cure for dandruff

Wash a handful of Neem leaves and let them and boil with 1 glass of water.Let the water reduce in volume.Cool and filter .Massage the scalp and hair with this concentrate and wait for half an hour before shampooing.
This is a sure way of eliminating dandruff.

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Magical cures with a few drops of sesame seed oil

Coat the inner lining of both the nostrils with a few drops of sesame seed oil and inhale deeply.Coat the inner portion of the ears too.Be careful not to 'pop' the ear.
This simple daily routine done in the morning prevents most of the nasal problems and ear related problems.

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The healing properties of aloe vera gel.

Preparation of Aloe vera gel:
Choose a fresh ,healthy ,bright and mature looking green leaf.Cut the leaf at an angle from the plant and wash it with warm water.Take a sharp knife and slice off the spiny thorns on both the sides.Now slice the thick green portion of the leaf .This exposes the colorless and clear gel inside the leaf.Take a spoon and scrape out only the gel taking care that the green portion of the leaf is left behind.This colorless pulp is tasteless and clear.
When 2 spoons of the pulp is taken internally on an empty stomach it reduces gynec problems,cures constipation,flatulence,burning sensation while urinating and nausea .This also cures Hepatitis B and it also increases the platelet count.
----As told by Baba Ramdev.
Pregnant women and people suffering from Irritable bowel syndrome should not consume aloe vera juice.The yellow sap from the leaf is known to have very harsh laxative properties so care should be taken to exclude that from the juice while preparing it. 0.3% of people are allergic to aloe .Incase of any symptoms discontinue the use.

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'Dried ginger' water cure for some stomach and breathing related problems.

Dried ginger is called Sount in hindi,Sonti in telugu and sukku in tamil.
A medium piece of the dried root is crushed slightly and boiled along with 1 litre of water.Let the water reduce to half its original volume.Cool and filter twice with a thick cloth.Take care that the sediment does not enter the water.This is 'sont water'.Drink this water thru' the day.
This is very useful for many ailments.It is useful for people suffering from lack of hunger,excessive urination,indigestion,sticky motions,worms,loosemotions,Diabetes,Low B.P,breathing problems,cough,cold,T.B,feeling cold etc.

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A cure for people who have lost their sense of smell

Grate a small piece of onion and collect the juice. Put 3-4 drops of juice in each nostril. This relieves one from Anosmia (- a condition where patients cannot 'smell' )due to phlegm, grogginesss and headaches.

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A very simple cure for diabetes

This cure is unique and simple as told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu.
Take half a kg of bitter gourd.It is called Karela in hindi,kakarakaya in Telugu and pavakkai in Tamil.The vegetable need not be fresh . Wash and cut the gourds and place them on a big flat plate .Now stamp crush and roll the pieces for 45 mins with your feet.The crushed pieces release the juice which enters the body .When this is done for 7 days the blood sugar levels drop.
This is a very effective and sure method for curing diabetes though a little patience is required.

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An easy recipe to get a good voice

Light roast Sont /Sonti /dried ginger .Take 2gm of sont powder, mix it with 5 gm rock candy sugar/mishri and honey.when this is taken internally on a regular basis the voice improves remarkably.

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Bel cure for Body odour

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Bael or Bilva is a very sacred tree for Hindus with great spiritual significance.(Aegle marmelos).It is the most favoured tree for Lord Shiva.

The treatment for even the most stubborn body odour goes like this:

Pluck the leaves after a small thanks giving prayer.Wash the leaves well.Do not break any twigs for this purpose.Grind the leaves to get the juice. Apply all over the body and take bath after 1 hr.Take 2 spoons of juice internally for more benefits.

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Effortless cure for skin problems and purification of blood

This remedy is as recommended by Panditha Elchuri.
Heat 100 gm pure cow's ghee with 100 peppercorns.Let the black peppercorns swell in size. Remove the ghee from fire and cool and filter and store.
Now use the ghee in your regular food.
This purifies the blood,prevents skin diseases,enhances the glow of the skin and generally has a curative effect .

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Simple Anti-Lice treatment

Apply and massage neem oil to the scalp before sleeping.Wrap the hair and head with a thin cloth.Wash off the oil from the hair the next day morning.
This is a very good treatment for lice because neem oil is an effective insecticide besides having other beneficial medicinal properties.

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A good herbal remedy for Stomatitis/Inflammation of the mouth

Wash 5 leaves of Jasmine plant and 5 leaves of Guava .Chew them well and slowly for some time.Do not swallow.Then spit the mixture out.This heals the mouth and reduces the inflammation.

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A simple cure for bleeding piles

Eat 1 piece of banana with a small piece of edible camphor in it early in the morning on an empty stomach.This generally stops the bleeding in 1 dose.Incase the bleeding still persists repeat the dose 2 more times.Do not repeat it more than three times.
-As told by Pujya Ramdev Baba in a satsang.

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Coriander seeds water or Dhaniya water

Method of preparation:
Boil   1 litre water with 1 and half spoons of coriander seeds till it reduces to 750 ml .Cool and filter.This water is coriander seeds water.This is cooling to the body .Drink this through the day.
Diseases cured :
* Used to treat dry cough due to excess heat in the body.
*Very useful for people suffering from yellow coloured loose stools.
*Used to cure excessive thirst.
*It reduces nose bleeding.
*Very useful in controlling bleeding piles.
*When mixed with rock candy sugar/ mishri -It detoxifies the body which has been succumed to any addictive substances .
Also see Jeera water cure
http://simpleayurvedichealthtips.blogspot.com/2010/02/jeera-water.html

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A good cure for grinding of teeth in children / Bruxism

Bruxism is most commonly caused by worms in children.
Take 3 tablespoons of mustard seeds and dry roast them.Grind the seeds into a very fine powder and then sieve the powder to remove the bigger particles.Store in a jar.
Mix 1/2 gram of this powder in 1/2 a (small) cup of fresh curd .Feed this mixture to the child in the mornings.Do this for 3 days. The child stops grinding the teeth in the nights because the worms are expelled out of the system.
As told by Panditha Elchuri.

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A good cure for head spinning

1.Grate fresh ginger and squeeze the juice out of the pulp.Take 20 ml of this juice and mix it with 5 - 10 ml of tulsi leaves juice and add honey to this mixture.when this is taken orally it reduces the spinning sensation of the head.
2. Take equal quantities of fennel powder(somph powder) and rock candy sugar (mishri) powder.Mix and store.Take 2-5 gm of this powder thrice a day .This helps the person with this problem.

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For Insomnia

Mix Aniseed (somph) powder+ rock candy sugar (mishri) powder in equal quantities and store in a jar.Take 1 spoon of this powder with cold milk before sleeping.This cures insomnia.
-As told by Pujya Gurudev Asaramjibapu in Arogyanidhi book.

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Jeera Water

Jeera water

Method of preparation:
Boil 1 litre of clean potable water with 1 to 1 and half spoons of jeera/Cumin .Let the water boil till it reduces to 750 ml.Cool and filter.This is jeera water.
Diseases cured by drinking jeera water:

•  cures most of the indigestion problems.
•  It is cooling for the body because it removes most of the vata and pittha doshas.
•  This is very useful for all gynec problems like white discharge,irregular periods and the swelling of the uterus.
•  for curing redness of eyes.
• for the burning sensation of the palms and soles.

-As told by Pujya Asaramji Bapu.
You may also find " Dhaniya Water cure" useful

http://simpleayurvedichealthtips.blogspot.com/2010/02/coriander-seeds-water.html

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For Night Blindness

Take 2 gm of rockcandy sugar with 2 gm of Jeera/Cumin seeds and cow's ghee once a day.
This is a good remedy for Night blindness.
-as told by Pujya Asaramji bapu.

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For improving Eyesight

1.When Jalaneti /nasal irrigation is practised regularly for about 6 months or more all kinds of problems related to ears, nose ,throat and eyes vanish.

2. Rub pure cows ghee on the palms and soles of children with eye problems..This greatly improves eyesight.

3.Powder 7 almonds ,7 gm of rock candy sugar and 5 gm Aniseed/somph .Mix the powder in milk and drink before sleeping in the night.This strengthens the eyes.

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For dark circles under the eyes

1. Massaging the under eye with mustard oil reduces the darkness.
2. Mix the powder of dry amla(goose berries) without the seed and powdered rock candy sugar (mishri in hindi) of equal quantity.Take 1 gm of this mixture twice a day with water.This is a good cure for dark circles under the eyes.

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Gulkand -Rose petals jam

Gulkand
Gulkand is a very delicious ayurvedic preparation used in the treatment of many diseases.It is made from fresh rose petals and honey.
Rose petals are useful for reducing pitta, heat in the body and problems caused by excess heat.
It regulates menstruation and helps reduce excessive menstrual bleeding.
Gulkand decoction is an effective gargle for ulcers in the mouth.
It helps in treating acidity.
It also gives a glowing skin becuse it is a blood purifier.

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Remedy for Constipation

Take 5 gm of Trifala powder/churna with water in the night before sleeping.This reduces constipation problem.It regulates the bowel movements so it is not habit-forming.
Triphala is a mixture which is made of equal parts of three myrobalans, taken without seed: Amalaki (Emblica officinalis), Bibhitaki (Terminalia bellirica), and Haritaki (Terminalia chebula).
Very weak people and pregnant ladies should avoid taking trifala.

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For strong teeth

Massage the teeth and gums with a mixture of common salt and mustard oil.This makes the teeth strong.

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For Bad breath

Chew a few coriander seeds for 5 mins .This rectifies bad breath.

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To reduce Anger.

Anger is destructive.A simple yet effective way to reduce anger is to chew the food well.Spend a long time to chew well on your food .This will definitely reduce the anger in the person.

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For removing sun tan

Mix half a spoon of fresh Lemon juice and diluted curd/buttermilk. Apply on the affected part.Do this regularly for a few days.The skin gets back its original colour.

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For Vomitings

Drink 2-10 ml of fresh Onion juice.This acts a corrective agent for upset stomachs ,Vomittings and Loose motions.
-From Arogyanidhi By Pujya Asarmji Bapu.

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Remedy for Loose Motions

Dry roast a spoonful of fennel seeds/Somph/pimpinella anisum and and an equal quantity of Cumin seeds/Jeera .Powder the roasted seeds and take 3-4 pinches of the same with water.This is a good remedy for Loose Motions and vomiting.

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Remedy for cough,cold

Mix 1 spoon of fresh pudina /mint juice with honey.Drink this every 3-4 hours .This alleviates cough,cold,fever and pneumonia like symptoms.

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For Shining skin

Mix equal quantities of castor oil and milk and massage gently.This improves the lustre of the skin.

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For Migraine Pain

Mix curd,rice and rock candy sugar.When the mixture is eaten before sunrise it reduces migraine pain.

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Skin rash

Eating a tomato early in the morning on an empty stomach will reduce the itching sensation.
http://successful-life-tips.blogspot.com/2009/08/blog-post_1118.html

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Kidney problems

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Punarnava or Boerhavia diffusa or spreading hogweed is an excellent herb to treat kidney problems,edema and urinary tract infections.It restores the normal function of the kidneys and revitalizes the whole body.

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Skin rash

Mix 3 or 4 pinches of edible camphor powder in 4 tablespoons of sesame oil.Apply it over the skin rash .This reduces the skin rash and itching.

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