Ayurveda and its understanding of Cancer - 1st World Congress on ...

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1 st <strong>World</strong> <strong>Congress</strong> On Healthy Ageing 2012 

<strong>Ayurveda</strong> For Longevity 

C.D.Siby. B.A.M.S 

Chief Ayurvedic Physician 

Ayur Centre

<strong>Ayurveda</strong> 

Ayu 

Ayu=Life 

= Life 

Veda=Knowledge 

veda = Knowledge

SOME BASIC PRINCIPLES 

MAN 

THE MICROCOSM 

RESEMBLES THE 

UNIVERSE 

THE MACROCOSM

Disease 

Initiated by attachment caused by 

ignorance, desire, hatred etc. 

Terminated by detachment which is 

action based on real knowledge <strong>of</strong> 

life. 

caraka.zArIra.5.8

LONGEVITY 

THE AYURVEDA WAY – truly holistic 

LONGEVITY 

ENVIRONMENTAL 

PHYSICAL 

SOCIAL 

MENTAL/EMOTIONAL 

SPIRITUAL

Rejuvenating Programmes In 

<strong>Ayurveda</strong> 

Rasayana Chikilsa 

The concept <strong>of</strong> Rasayana Chikilsa is believed to have originated 

from Vedic hymns which explain the guidelines for rejuvenation 

<strong>and</strong> regeneration <strong>of</strong> dhatus, longevity, mental well-being, 

immunity, eternal transformation <strong>and</strong> healthy living. 

Rasa means essence <strong>and</strong> in this context it st<strong>and</strong>s for the 

essence <strong>of</strong> food we consume. Ayana or channels carry out the 

function <strong>of</strong> transporting this essence. The proper functioning <strong>of</strong> 

ayanas is necessary to adequately nourish our body.

Resayana chik<strong>its</strong>a 

• Rasayana Chikilsa or Rejuvenation Therapy 

helps in this process <strong>and</strong> revitalizes the cells <strong>and</strong> 

tissues <strong>of</strong> the body to bring about harmony <strong>of</strong> 

the body, mind <strong>and</strong> soul. Rasayana Chikilsa is 

particularly effectual in reducing the signs <strong>of</strong> 

ageing. 

• Contrary to common interpretation, this branch is 

not just limited to drug therapy <strong>and</strong> includes 

codes <strong>of</strong> conduct for controlling the senses <strong>and</strong> 

describes several procedures, rejuvenative 

recipes, dietary regimen

Resayana Chik<strong>its</strong>a 

Rasayana Chikilsa can be broadly divided into two: 

• Kamya Rasayana helps in improving <strong>and</strong> 

maintaining the physical <strong>and</strong> mental health <strong>of</strong> a 

healthy individual. 

There are three classifications under this : 

• Pranakamya - (Promoter <strong>of</strong> life's vitality <strong>and</strong> 

longevity) 

• Medhakamya - (Promoter <strong>of</strong> Higher mental faculty) 

• Srikamya - (Promoter <strong>of</strong> complexion <strong>and</strong> luster)

Naimittika Resayana 

• Naimittika Rasayana deals with curing 

specific diseases <strong>and</strong> restoring the body’s 

vitality through various procedures. 

Depending on the place where the treatment is 

carried out. 

Naimittika Rasayana can be divided into two: 

• Vathatpika Rasayana - (Outdoor therapy) 

• Kutipravesika Rasayana - (Indoor therapy)


• Vathatapika Rasayana 

• In this case, there are no rigorous treatment procedures 

involved <strong>and</strong> the patient s can continue with their routine 

practices while undergoing the therapy. 

• Kuti Praveshika Rasayana 

• Kuti Praveshika Rasayana is a type <strong>of</strong> Rasayana 

treatment for slowing down the ageing process <strong>and</strong> 

reinvigorating the body. During the treatment, the 

patients will be under the observation <strong>of</strong> a specialist <strong>and</strong> 

have to follow a strict daily routine


• As per diet <strong>and</strong> lifestyle, there are three 

types <strong>of</strong> Naimittika Rasayana: 

• Ausadha Rasayana - (Drug Rasayana) 

• Ahara Rasayana - (Dietary Rasayana) 

• Achara Rasayana - (Lifestyle Rasayana)

Aushada Resayana ( Herbal<strong>and</strong> 

other Combinations) 

– Aswag<strong>and</strong>ha, Amalaki, 

Vidari, Brahmi, 

Sankhupushpa etc … 

– Rambaphalaresayana, 

Chyavanaprasham, 

Aswag<strong>and</strong>halehyam, 

Narasimharesayanam etc 

– natural anti-oxidants which 

scavenge superoxide & . 

Contains – vitamin C, 

vitamin E, beta-carotene, 

polyphenols, bio-flavanoids 

<strong>and</strong> rib<strong>of</strong>lavin

Panchkarma <strong>and</strong> Longevity 

– PANCHAKARMA – 

• Vasoactive 

intestinal peptide 

(VIP) increases by 

80% 

• HDL increases by 

75% 

• Lipid peroxide 

reduces by 60% 

• Stress syndrome 

significantly 

reduced 

• Anxiety declined 

markedly

Achara Resayana - Descipline 

Waking up in Brahma Muhurta: 

3.00 to 6.00am is the best time to learn <strong>and</strong> 

meditate. Less vibrations in the 

atmosphere. After waking up analyze the 

previous <strong>and</strong> the present day. 

Morning Ablutions 

Passing bowels <strong>and</strong> brushing teeth <strong>and</strong> 

scraping tongue. Anjana – Collyrium 

cleanses eyes, Nasya - nasal cleaning, 

G<strong>and</strong>oosha - gargling

Oil Massage 

Discipline 

Smearing oil on the body <strong>and</strong> head most 

important areas head, ear lobes <strong>and</strong> feet 

Vyayamam (Exercise): 

Using half <strong>of</strong> one’s strength, everyday, 

excess can be dangerous

Discipline 

Employment 

Your work should agree with you. Make your 

constitution work for you, not against you 

Surroundings 

Live in a simple <strong>and</strong> limited style in a simple dwelling 

with simple friends as neighbors. Maintain perfect 

presence <strong>of</strong> mind. Spend time with elders. 

Discipline 

Be discipline in thought, word <strong>and</strong> deed. Follow the 

moral conducts

Discipline 

Snanam (Shower Bath): 

Take a shower before eating, never within two hours 

after eating. Do not use hot water on head which is 

bad for vision <strong>and</strong> hair. 

Prayer (Meditation): 

Anything can be meditation as long as it is sincere <strong>and</strong> 

heart felt

During prayer/meditation 

• Parietal lobe, which is 

associated with 

orientation & gives 

one a distinct sense 

<strong>of</strong> “I”, becomes quiet 

– thus distinction 

between self & the 

world disappears

Prayer/ Meditation 

• Prayer & meditation 

also cause frontal & 

temporal lobe circu<strong>its</strong>, 

which mark time <strong>and</strong> 

self-awareness, to 

snap. 

• Prayer helps produce 

serotonin, a 

neuropeptide, that 

positively influences 

mood & behaviour.

Three Pillars Of Life. 

• Healthy Food, Healthy Sleep, Healthy Sex. 

LIFE 

DIET SLEEP RELATIONSHIP

Healthy Hab<strong>its</strong> Of 

Eating 

• Food should not be taken: 

Without bath 

Immediately after physical exertion 

When you are angry, depressed, bored or 

otherwise emotionally unstable 

Without putting any clothes 

Without first giving the food to invited <strong>and</strong> 

uninvited guests

Healthy Hab<strong>its</strong> Of Eating 

• You should take your food: 

With your own h<strong>and</strong>s 

At a suitable time <strong>and</strong> place 

After cleaning one’s face <strong>and</strong> mouth well 

• Food should be served <strong>and</strong> cooked with 

love: 

You should never abuse the food you take 

The food should be prepared well


• You should abstain from food: 

Which has been made hot for the second 

time 

Which is contaminated with hair flies etc. 

Which has been used by others


• Food should not be taken: 

Very late in the evening or early in the 

morning 

In an open place, in sunlight, in darkness, 

under a tree 

In a vessel which is broken, not covered or 

not clean 

By holding the container <strong>and</strong> food in the 

h<strong>and</strong>


• Avoid television, radio or conversations 

• Observe silence while eating 

• Don’t eat too fast or very slowly

HEALTHY SLEEP 

SLEEP SHOULD NOT BE 

TOO MUCH 

OR 

TOO LITTLE

HEALTHY SLEEP 

• How much to sleep 

Up to 7 years 

7 to 14 years 

14 to 21 years 




72 <strong>and</strong> above 

10 to 12 hours 

8 to 10 hours 

8 hours 

6 to 8 hours 

6 hours 

5 to 6 hours 

4 to 6 hours

Healthy Hab<strong>its</strong> Of Sleeping 

When to sleep 

When to 

get up 

3 hours 

after 

sunset 

2 hours 

before 

sunrise

Healthy Hab<strong>its</strong> Of Sleeping 

Early to bed <strong>and</strong> early to rise 

makes a man healthy, wise 

<strong>and</strong> wealthy with vitality

Remember Always….. 

Increase or decrease <strong>of</strong> duration <strong>of</strong> 

sleep without any obvious reason, 

talking, grinding teeth during sleep, 

dreams that disturb the mind <strong>and</strong> 

sleep, <strong>and</strong> somnambulism are 

signs <strong>of</strong> pre-disease.

HEALTHY SEX 

•Mutual satisfaction 

•At proper place 

•With proper person 

•At proper time <strong>and</strong> interval 

•At proper age 

•Stick to one partner 

•Rejuvenating <strong>and</strong> Aphrodisiac 

medicines

With Proper Person 

• Should Not Do with:- 

• Women who belong to others 

• Old Aged 

• His own family 

• Wife <strong>of</strong> teacher, friend, relative, 

servant 

• Nun

At Proper Interval 

• Spring: twice in a week 

• Summer: once in two weeks 

• <strong>Ayurveda</strong> recommends once in 

two weeks 

• Yoga recommends once in a 

month

At Proper Age 

Intercourse with women before the 

age <strong>of</strong> 16 <strong>and</strong> after 70 years. 

• Young boys less than 16 years will 

not have attained full development 

<strong>of</strong> all tissues <strong>and</strong> if they indulge in 

sex their body dries quickly like little 

quantity <strong>of</strong> water in a tank.

Stick To One Person 

Sexual satisfaction : 

• Between two partners 

• Does not happen immediately 

• Don’t hop from bed to bed 

• Resist temptation

Always Remember… 

• It is very important to note that 

sex regulation is very important 

to protect the immune system 

(Ojas) <strong>and</strong> help you to live a 

healthy longer life

The Family is the Basic Unit <strong>of</strong> 

Longevity 

Gr<strong>and</strong>parents 

Elder 

Husb<strong>and</strong> 

Living 

for the GOD Sake 

Others 

Wife 

Younger 

Children 

The family is the training ground to 

develop our heart <strong>and</strong> true love.

Say No to… 

The Official 

Nasties 

Arsenic 

Beryllium 

Cadmium 

Chromium 

Lead 

Nickel

Tobacco 

aminostilbene arsenic benz[a]anthracene benz[a]pyrene benzene benzo[b]fluoranthene 

benzo[c]phenanthrene benzo[f]fluoranthene cadmium chrysene dibenz[a c]anthracene 

dibenzo[a e]fluoranthene dibenz[a h]acridine dibenz[a j]acridine dibenzo[c g]carbazone 

N-dibutylnitrosamine 2,3-dimethylchrysene indeno[1,2,3-c d]pyrene S-methylchrysene 

S-methylfluoranthene alpha-naphthylamine nickel compounds N-nitrosodimethylamine 

N-nitrosomethylethylamine N-nitrosodiethylamine N-nitrosonornicotine N-nitrosoanabasine 

N-nitrosopiperidine polonium-210

Pesticides

Conclusion-Secrets to Longevity 

• Early rise <strong>and</strong> Early to Bed 

• Exercise 

• Eat food suitable to one’s constitution, place <strong>and</strong> 

time <strong>of</strong> year 

• Have control over mind <strong>and</strong> the sense organs 

• Seasonal purification <strong>of</strong> the body / panchakarma 

• Have a healthy sexual life & Healthy Sleep 

• Rejuvenating programmes & Tonics

“bhiSajAm sAdhuvRttAnAm 

bhadramAgamazAlinAm 

abhyastakarmaNAm bhadram 

bhadram bhadrAbhilASiNAm” 

aSTAGgahRdaya.uttara.40.77 

Let the physicians who practice medicine rightly become 

prosperous; let those who adhere to the science become 

efficient; let those who gain knowledge by constant practice 

become skillful; let those who desire the good <strong>of</strong> all living 

beings <strong>of</strong> the world become blessed.

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Thank you !

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