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àËòH$ àma§^ H$m A§V hmoVm h¡ & àËòH$ OÝ_ H$m A§V 

_¥Ë`w _| hmoVm h¡ & OrdZ EH$ `mÌm h¡ JÝVì` Zht, Am¡a 

eara H$s `h OrdZ `mÌm H$B© MaUm| go JwOaVr h¡ & 

~w‹T>mnm H$mo{eH$mAm| VWm Ad`d V§Ìmo _| b§~o g_` VH$ 

hmoZo dmbo n[adV©Zm| Ho$ H$maU AmVm h¡ & Eogm àVrV hmoVm 

h¡ {H$ ""O¡{dH$ K‹S>r'' ~wT>mno Ho$ {bE CÎmaXm`r hmo gH$Vr 

h¡ & eara aMZm Am¡a eara {dkmZ H$s Ñ{ï> go ^r ~wT>mno 

H$s à{H$`m hmoVr h¡ & emoYH$Vm©Am| Zo nm`m h¡ {H$ d¥Õm| 

_| 15 dfm] _| 1 go_r. bå~mB© H$_ hmo OmVr h¡ & Hw$N> 

pñW{V`m| _| Am`w Ho$ gmW N>mVr ì`mg _| 2 go_r. VH$ 

H$_ hmo gH$Vr h¡ & {d{^ÝZ emar[aH$ A§Jmo Ho$ H$m`© _| 

^r {JamdQ> AmVr h¡ & eara H$s n[aaoImAm| _| n[adV©Z 

hmoVo h¢, ~mb H$_ hmo OmVo h¢ Am¡a Pw[a©`m± {XImB© XoZo bJVr 

h¢ & noQ> na M~u BH$Ç>r hmo OmVr h¡ Am¡a {ZVå~ VWm pñÌ`m| 

Ho$ ñVZ AmH$ma _| KQ> OmVo h¢ & Am±Im| Ho$ JS²>T>o, ~Jbm| 

H$m ImoIbmnZ Am¡a ng{b`m| Ho$ ~rM H$s YgH$Z d¥Õm| 

H$mo h{S²>S>çm| Ho$ T>m§Mo _mÌ H$m Am^mg XoVo h¢ & ò emar[aH$ 

n[adV©Z OrdZ nÕ{V _| n[adV©Z bm`| `h Amdí`H$ Zhr§ 

h¡ & ì`m`m_, MwZm hþAm nmofH$ Amhma Am¡a OrdZ Ho$ gmW 

g{H«$` gh^m{JVm ~wT>mno H$s g_ñ`mAm| Ho$ {bò Hw$N> 

g_mYmZ hmo gH$Vo h¢ & 

^m¡{VH$ ñdmñÏ` 

d¥ÜXm| Ho$ eara ZdOdmZm| Ho$ eara go {^ÝZ hmoVo h¢ 

Am¡a XdmAm| H$m d¥ÜXm| na {^ÝZ à^md hmoVm h¡ & AÝVa 

BVZo A{YH$ h¢ {H$ d¥ÜXm| H$s {M{H$Ëgm H$s EH$ nyU©V: 

ZB© {deofk emIm {d{H${gV hmo JB© h¡ & Hw$N> ~r_m[a`m± 

d¥ÜXm| _| {^ÝZ {Mh Am¡a bjU àH$Q> H$aVr h¢ & EH$ d¥ÜX 

H$mo H$B© ñdmñÏ` g_ñ`m`| hmo gH$Vr h¢ & Mmbrg df© H$s 

AdñWm Ho$ níMmV VrZ df© _| EH$ ~ma gånyU© ñdmñÏ` 

narjU, H$amZm Mm{hE, gmR> df© H$s AdñWm Ho$ ~mX Xmo 

df© _| EH$ ~ma Am¡a 75 df© H$s AdñWm Ho$ níMmV ha 

df© & `h EH$ {dñV¥V Om±M hmoZr Mm{hE, Bg narjU Ho$ 

gmW aŠVMmn N>mVr narjU, à{Vdf© EH$ ~ma B©grOr, 

H$moboñQ´>m°b, ZoÌ, XÝV Am¡a ldU narjU Xmo df© _| EH$ 

~ma Adí` H$amZm Mm{hE & 

d¥ÜXmdñWm _| Am_Vm¡a na H$ï> XoZo dmbr Hw$N> 

emar[aH$ ì`m{Y`m± Ed§ CZHo$ à~§YZ {ZpåZ{b{IV h¢ & 

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1. H$ãO 

H$ãµO _mZd eara H$m g~go ~‹S>m eÌw h¡ & `h ~hþV gr 

~r_m[a`m| H$m H$maU h¡ & {ZpîH«$`Vm H$ãµO H$m _w»` H$maU 

h¡ & eara H$mo J{Verb ~ZmZo go Am±V| ^r J{Verb hmoVr h¢ & 

EH$ {ZpíMV g_` na em¡Mmb` OmZo Ho$ {bE Am±Vm| H$mo à{e{jV 

H$aZm Amdí`H$ h¡ & H$ãµO Ho$ H$maU h¢, H$_ emar[aH$ J{V{d{Y, 

Amhma n[adV©Z, ^mdZmË_H$ g§Kf©, XdmE±, XX©, em¡Mmb` Ho$ 

à`moJ _| H${R>ZmB© & 

àmH¥${VH$ {M{H$Ëgm 

l noQ> na {_Q²>Q>r H$s nQ²>Q>r 

l R>§S>o nmZr H$s noQ> bnoQ> 

l H${Q> ñZmZ 

l noQ> na Ja_ R>§S>m goH$ 

l Am§V H$s {Xem _| noQ> H$s _m{be 

Amhma 

l aoeo`wŠV \$b Ed§ gpãO`m| H$m A{YH$ godZ & 

l n`m©ßV _mÌm _| nmZr H$m godZ (15 18 ½bmg) & 

l Iw~mZr, Ambw ~wImam, ~ob, J|hÿ H$s MmoH$a, nmbH$ BË`m{X 

àmH¥${VH$ {daoMH$ h¡ & 

2. XÝV ajm 

d¥ÕmdñWm _| _wI Ed§ XÝV 

g§~§Yr amoJm| H$s A{YH$Vm nmB© OmVr 

h¡ & Xm§Vmo na {~Zm a§J H$s {MnH$Zo 

dmbr {Pëbr gr Am OmVr h¡ & 

{OgH$s ewê$AmV nm`[a`m H$m 

àma§^ hmo gH$Vm h¡ & _gy‹S>m| 

H$s g_ñ`m ^r Am_ hmo OmVr 

h¡ & 

^moOZ Ho$ níMmV Hw$ëbm H$aZo H$s AmXV S>mb| & AË`{YH$ 

_rR>o Ed§ R>§‹S>o nXmWm} go ~M| & gyIm Am§dbm, Zt~y H$m ag, Zr_ 

H$s XmVyZ BË`m{X H$m à`moJ H$a| & 

3. _Yw_oh 

_Yw_oh EH$ {MaH$m{bH$ {dH¥${V CËnÝZ H$aZo dmbr ~r_mar 

h¡ & ~ma ~ma noem~ AmZm, dµOZ H$_ hmoZm, WH$mZ, _Vbr, ß`mg 

Ed§ ^yI H$m ~T>Zm _Yw_oh Ho$ bjU h¢ & ò no{e`m| H$m j`, 

gyIr ËdMm, IwObr, hmW n¡am| _| PwZPwZr, Yw§Ybr Ñ{ï>, Kmdm| H$m 

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l J¡ñQ´>mo-{hn¡{Q>H$ n¡H$ 

l H${Q> ñZmZ 

l noQ> na R>§‹S>r bnoQ> 

l {_Q²>Q>r H$m bon 

l noQ> H$s _m{be 

l ^mn ñZmZ/gmCZm ~mW 

Amhma 

l H$aobm, A§Hw$[aV AZmO, gmo`m~rZ, bhgwZ, IQ²>Q>o \$b, 

ß`mO, Xhr Am¡a N>mN> BË`m{X & 

l {_R>mB©`m±, ea~V, O¡_, eram, AmB©gH«$s_, Ho$H$, noñQ´>r, 

MmH$boQ>, erVbno` BË`m{X go ~M| & 

4. CÀM aŠVMmn 

AZw{MV Amhma Am¡a n`m©daU 

CÀM aŠVMmn Ho$ Xmo _w»` H$maU 

h¢ & ì`m`m_ Z H$aZm, VZmd, 

_moQ>mnm, Yy_«nmZ, JwX} H$m R>rH$ 

H$m_ Z H$aZm Am¡a Aåb-jma 

AZwnmV _| Ag§VwbZ BË`m{X CÀM 

aŠVMmn Ho$ AÝ` H$maU hmo gH$Vo 

h¢ & {ga XX©, VZmd, A{ZÐm, 

{eamAm| _| C^ma, ngrZm AmZm, 

H$mZm| _| K§Q>r gr AmdmO AmZm, Q>IZo 

_| gyOZ, öX` J{V H$m ~T>Zm Am¡a öX` 

àXoe _| XX© BË`m{X CÀM aŠVMmn Ho$ 

à_wI bjU h¢ & 


l {_Q²>Q>r ñZmZ 

l arT> ñZmZ 

l J_© nmX ñZmZ 

l arT> _| ~\©$ H$s _m{be 

l R>§‹S>r N>mVr bnoQ> 

l _m{be 

l noQ> Am¡a Am±Im| na {_Q²>Q>r H$s nQ²>Q>r 

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Amhma 

l ^moOZ _| Z_H$ Ed§ MrZr H$s _mÌm H$_ H$aZm & 

l A{YH$ H$m°boñQ>°b dmbo ImÚ nXmW© O¡go _m§g, A§S>o, 

_N>br, nZra, XÿY, _»IZ BË`m{X boZo go ~M| & 

l bhgwZ, gmo`m~rZ, {dQ>m{_Z gr, nmoQ>¡{g`_, Iram, 

Va~yO, A§Jya, go~ BË`m{X H$m godZ H$a| & 

5. J{R>`m 

J{R>`m Am_Vm¡a go H¡$pëí`_ H$s H$_r, Hw$nmofU, _moQ>mnm, 

emar[aH$ VZmd AWdm g§{Y`m| Ho$ n`m©ßV ê$n go H$m_ Z H$aZo 

Ho$ H$maU hmoVm h¡ & Am°pñQ>`mo-AmW©amB{Q>g d¥ÕmdñWm go g§~§{YV 

h¡, Bgo {dfmº$Vm H$m amoJ ^r H$hm OmVm h¡ & 

a²`y_oQ>m°`S> AmW©am`{Q>g gm_mÝ`V: EbOu `m hm_m}Z Ho$ 

Ag§VwbZ `m Amhma _| H$ÀMo nXmWm] Ho$ A^md H$m n[aUm_ 

h¡ & 


l à^m{dV Omo‹S>m| na Ja_ `m R>§‹S>m {_Q²>Q>r H$m bon 

l à^m{dV Omo‹S>m| na Jrbo H$n‹S>oo H$s bnoQ> 

l à^m{dV Omo‹S>m| na amB© H$m bon 

l Omo‹S>mo na hëH$s _m{be 

l J_© aoV H$m g|H$ 

l nyU© MmXa bnoQ> 

l nyU© {Z_ÁOZ ñZmZ 

Amhma 

l ^moOZ _| CÀM `y[aH$ E{gS> AWdm àmoQ>rZ dmbo ImÚ 

nXmWm] _| H$_r H$a| & 

l H¡$pëí`_, {dQ>m{_Z S>r, Zt~y, ehX, Ho$bm, go~, A§Jya, 

AO_moX, JmOa Ed§ Aë\$m-Aë\$m BË`m{X H$m godZ H$a| & 

6. X_m Am¡a \w$â\w$g g§~§Yr amoJ 

ídgZ g§~§Yr g_ñ`m`| BZ {XZm| dm`w àXÿfU Ho$ H$maU J§^ra 

hmoVr Om ahr h¢ & Im±gr, gm§g boZo _| VH$br\$, ~bJ_, MŠH$a 

AmZm, H$_Omoar BË`m{X X_m Ho$ bjU h¢ & 


l N>mVr bnoQ> 

l J_© nmX-hñV ñZmZ 

l AñW_m ~mW 

l nyU© MmXa bnoQ> 

l _m{be 

l ^mn ñZmZ, gmCZm ~mW 

l E{Z_m 

Amhma 

l XÿY AWdm XÿY go ~Zo g^r nXmWm}§ Ho$ godZ go ~M| & 

l dgm `wŠV, A{YH$ _gmbo `wŠV Ed§ J[að> ^moOZ go 

~M| & 

l ehX, AXaH$, H$mbr {_M©, Vwbgr, XmbMrZr Am{X H$m 

Cn`moJ H$a| & 

l amV H$m ^moOZ hëH$m (_y§J Xmb {IM‹S>r, gpãO`m| Ho$ gmW 

X{b`m, Vyn, C~br gpãO`m± Am{X) Ed§ gmoZo go 2 K§Q>o 

nyd© H$a| & 

eara H$m XrK© OrdZ EH$ ~mV h¡, ñdñW ~wT>mnm Bggo {^ÝZ 

Am¡a {ZpíMV hr A{YH$ _hËdnyU© h¡ & 

d¥ÜXmdñWm H$s A{YH$m§e ñdmñÏ` g_ñ`mAm| H$s amoH$Wm_ 

A{Zdm`© ê$n go OrdZ _| ~hþV nhbo àmaå^ hmoZr Mm{hE & ñdñW 

d¥ÕmdñWm Ho$ {bE H$_ H¡$bmoar, H$_ dgm dmbo Amhma, VmµOo \$b 

Am¡a gpãO`m±, H$_ dgm dmbm XÿY, X¡{ZH$ emar[aH$ {H«$`m, 

ì`m`m_, VZmd a{hV OrdZ H$s Amdí`H$Vm h¡ & 

àH¥${V Ho$ {Z`_m| H$m nmbZ H$aHo$ OrdZ H$m A§{V_ n‹S>md 

AWm©V d¥ÜXmdñWm H$mo gwIX Ed§ ñdñW ~Zm`m Om gH$Vm h¡ & 

àmH¥${VH$ {M{H$ËgH$, 

amï´>r` àmH¥${VH$ {M{H$Ëgm g§ñWmZ, 

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\$mBbo[a`m `m {\$bo[aE{gg dh AdñWm h¡ {Og_| eara 

Ho$ ~§YH$ VÝVw aŠV dm{h{Z`m| Ed§ bgrH$m dm{h{Z`m| _| EH$ 

àH$ma Ho$ H¥${_ àdoe H$a OmVo h¢ & ò H¥${_ 3-4 B§M bå~o 

Am¡a 1/100 B§M _moQ>o hmoVo h¢ VWm bgrH$m dm{h{Z`m| _| AnZm 

Ka ~ZmVo h¢ Am¡a dhm§ `h gyOZ d XX© n¡Xm H$a XoVo h¢ & ò 

Amng _| bmdm© H$m àOZZ H$a VoOr go AnZr g§»`m _| ~‹T>moVar 

H$aVo ahVo h¢ & ò BVZo gyú_ hmoVo h¢ {H$ ò bgrH$m dm{hZr 

go _hmbgrH$m dm{hZr _| à{dï> hmoH$a CgHo$ níMmV² aŠV 

dm{hZr _| à{dï> hmo OmVo h¢ Ohm§ `h OrdZ â ah gH$Vo h¢& 

EH$ {deof àH$ma H$m _ÀN>a {Ogo {Z_oQ>moS> H$hVo h¢ O~ dh 

{H$gr Eogo ì`pŠV H$mo H$mQ>Vm h¡ {OgHo$ aŠV _| `h H¥${_ hm| 

_ÀN>a Ho$ AÝXa Am OmVo h¢ Omo 6-7 {XZ _| H$m\$s ~‹S>oo hmo 

OmVo h¢ & O~ _mXm _ÀN>a Vmbm‹>~m|, ZXr, Om¡hS>m| Am{X Ho$ nmZr 

Ho$ Cna AÊS>o XoVr h¡ V~ ò _ÀN>a Ho$ eara go {ZH$b H$a 

nmZr _| Am OmVo h¢ Am¡a O~ H$moB© ì`pŠV Bg nmZr H$mo nrVm 

h¡ Vmo `h CgHo$ noQ> _| Mbo OmVo h¢ Ohm§ ò bgrH$m dm{hZr 

go à{dï> hmo H$a AmJo H$s J{V H$aVo h¢ & 

1. {\$bo[aE{gg {g\©$ bgrH$m (noQ>) Ho$ _mÜ`_ go hr aŠV 

dm{hZr _| \¡$bVm h¡ grYo aŠV dm{hZr _| BgH$m nZnZm g§^d 

Zht h¡ & 

2. aŠV Ho$ _mÜ`_ go `h H¥${_ AÝ` ómoVm| VH$ n§hþMVo 

h¢ & `h amoJ H$^r ^r grYo ì`pŠV Ho$ g§nH©$ go Zhr \¡$bVm 

h¡ & 

3. Bg amoJ _| n¡a gyOH$a hmWr H$s ËdMm H$s Vah hmo OmVo 

h¢ VWm ~wIma, JX©Z, A§JwH$mof d n¡am| _| gyOZ Ho$ gmW XX© 

^r ~Zm ahVm h¡ & 

5. O~ `h H¥${_ aŠV dm{h{ZAm| _| nhþ§M OmVm h¡ Vmo `h 

amoJ OrdZ â ~Zm ahVm h¡ & Bggo nhbo Bg amoJ go ~Mmd 

{H$`m Om gH$Vm h¡ Am¡a OrdZ â ñdñW ahm Om gH$Vm h¡& 

A~ VH$ kmV AZwg§YmZm| go, Zm¡ àH$ma Ho$ \$mBbo[a`m AdJV 

hþò h¢ Omo {H$ M_‹S>r Ho$ ZrMo, A§Jw{b`m| _|, nbH$ na Am{X 

hmo gH$Vo h¢ & 

\$mBco[a`m 

S>m°. dra|Ð AJadmb 

CnMma 

l amoJr H$mo gmßVm{hH$ {\$Q>H$ar Am¡a Q>r-Q´>r Am`b H$s Xmo 

~y§X H$m EZr_m boZm Mm{hE Vm{H$ bgrH$m dm{h{ZAm| _| nZn 

aho H¥${_`m| H$mo gm\$ {H$`m Om gHo$ & 

l `{X `h amoJr Ho$ aŠV _| àdoe H$a Om`| Vmo Cgo 

à{V{XZ har Mm` nËVr H$mo C~mb H$a Cg_| {Mam`Vm Hw$aH$s 

S>mbH$a nrVo ahZm Mm{hE & 

l amoJr H$mo AnZo Amhma _| à{V{XZ {dQ>m{_Z gr H$ar~ 

50 E_ Or. d {dQ>m{_Z E 30 E_ Or. aIZm Mm{hE Vm{H$ 

eara H$s amoJ à{VamoYH$ j_Vm ~Zr aho & 

l amoJr H$mo h_oem `h gmdYmZr ~aVZr hmoJr {H$ _b-_yÌ 

d ngrZm AÀN>r _mÌm _| Amò BgHo$ {bò Q>r-Q´>r Am`b H$s 

_gmO d ^mnñZmZ gdm}V_ VarH$m h¡ & 

l amoJr H$mo à{V{XZ ì`m`m_ na Ü`mZ XoZm hmoJm Vm{H$ aŠV 

_| AmŠgrOZ H$m AZwnmV A{YH$ aho & O~ aŠV _| AmŠgrOZ 

AÀN>r AZwnmV _| hmoJm V~ \o${b[aEgg H$m AmH«$_U H$_ 

hmoJm & 

l Q>m§Jm| na Jrbr bnoQ> ~m§YZo na amoJr H$mo bm^ {_bVm 

h¡ & 

l `{X amoJr H$mo J§YH$, {\$Q>H$ar, MÝXZ, Ho$ gmW JT>²T>m 

ñZmZ {X`m OmVm h¡ Vmo amoJr Ho$ eara H$s gyOZ H$_ hmoZo bJVr 

h¡ & 

amoJr à{V{XZ Bg àH$ma Ho$ ì`m`m_ H$a| {Og_| IyZ H$m 

g§Mma öX` H$s Va\$ hmoVm h¡ & CËVmZnmXmgZ, Zm¡H$mgZ, 

gdm©Jm§gZ Am{X AmgZm| H$m Aä`mg H$aZm Mm{hE & amoJr amV 

H$mo gmoVo g_` n¡am| Ho$ ZrMo V{H$`m bJm`| & 

ñdmñÏ` _§{Xa ZoMwamon¡Wr g|Q>a, 

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ook review 

value. 

Anatomy & Physiology of 

Yogic Practices 

Dr. M. M. Gore 

228pp. Soft cover book, 2003 

Price Rs. 150/- 

Published by Kanchan Prakashan 

At and Post Kaivalyadhama, Lonavala 410403 

Tel: 02114-73170 

(This book is available at NIN Library) 

Basic knowledge of human anatomy 

helps to understand the mechanism of 

yogic practices and their appropriate 

application for the patient. But the 

physiology of yogic practices differs 

greatly from that of exercise physiology. 

In the first part of the book author 

explains about structure of human body 

and working of various systems like 

digestive, skeletal and respiratory system. At the end of 

each chapter, a special note in the form of tips ‘from yoga 

point of view’ makes readers understand various 

concepts and aphorisms of yoga clearly. 

As an example, we all know that our digestion is 

affected by our thinking style. Anger, irritation, tense, 

negative mind leads to various types of digestion 

problems. The reason is that our appetite and satiety 

centers lie in the hypothalamus. It is therefore advisable 

to maintain mental peace and balance with a positive 

approach, which can be achieved through yoga. 

The second part of the book describes standard 

techniques of various yogic practices like asanas, 

pranayamas, bandhas, mudras, cleansing practices, their 

concepts and the mechanism in terms of physiology 

along with their traditional background. The psychophysiological 

correlates of the yogic practices have been 

given so that the readers will understand its therapeutic 

Many people consider asanas as exercises and 

practice them like exercises. But these differ in many 

aspects. During an asana the movements are very 

smooth and slow. The mild exercise at the joints and 

muscles increase the blood circulation in that area, 

without consuming much energy. The heart rate remains 

in the normal range thus putting no extra burden on the 

cardio respiratory system. 

If asanas are performed in a relaxed way, the 

coordination between the nervous and the muscular 

systems increases, the muscle tone 

is corrected and thus the emotions 

are balanced. 

Mudras and bandhas are special 

features of Hatha yoga. They are 

practiced to enhance the intensity of 

the effect of asana and pranayama. In 

bandhas there is an awareness of 

suspended breathing movement. 

This contributes to the tranquility and 

stability of mind and also helps to 

detach it from the past and future. 

Mudras are postures with the help of 

which the prana is controlled and 

directed through a particular nadi. 

During bandhas and mudras, specific muscle 

sphincters are brought into action in order to stimulate 

related nerve plexuses. For example, in ashwini mudra 

the anal sphincters are alternately contracted and 

relaxed. Later author also explains the scientific 

background of the Om chanting. With rhythmic and slow 

recitation of Omkar, all the nerves and other channels in 

the body are cleaned and purified. 

Basically a physiologist, Dr. Gore is has an ayurvedic 

background. With his expertise in Yoga and Naturopathy 

and a vast experience in the field of scientific research 

on yoga for more than 20 years, he has explored the 

scientific basis of yoga practices in this book. 

Dr. Vibha Gupta 

M.Sc., Ph.D., Feature writer 

Email : writetovibha@yahoo.com 


question & answer 

Naturopath's Advice 

u Dr. D. Sathyanath 

Nature Cure Physician 

My father aged 88 has peripheral neuropathy. This is probably 

caused by diabetes. What is the cure for this in 

Naturopathy? 

Mr. Priyadarshan 

Peripheral neuropathy is nerve damage in the arms and 

legs caused by decreased blood flow and high blood 

sugar levels. 

Symptoms of peripheral neuropathy may include, 

l Numbness or insensitivity to pain or temperature 

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A tingling, burning, or prickling sensation 

Sharp pains or cramps 

Extreme sensitivity to touch, even light touch 

Loss of balance and coordination 

These symptoms are often worse at night. 

Peripheral neuropathy may also cause muscle 

weakness and loss of reflexes, especially at the ankle, 

leading to changes in the walk pattern. Foot deformities 

may also occur if the condition is left untreated. 

Blisters and sores may appear on numb 

areas of the foot because pressure or injury usually 

goes unnoticed. Neuropathy makes winter 

weather more risky for seniors. 

Naturopathy Treatment 

l The first treatment step is to bring blood 

glucose levels within the normal range to help 

prevent further nerve damage. Blood glucose 

monitoring, Diet planning, physical activity, and 

diabetes medicines or insulin if necessary will 

help to control blood glucose levels. Symptoms 

may get worse when blood glucose is first 

brought under control, but over time, maintaining 

lower blood glucose levels helps lessen 

symptoms. Good blood glucose control may 

also help prevent or delay the onset of further 

neuropathies. 

l The best rejuvenator for the nerves is the massage. 

It mechanically removes the free radicals and the 

lactic acid which are produced in the inactive muscles 

which causes further damage to the supplying nerves. 

Studies have shown that massage induce improved 

Peripheral Neuropathy 

affects the nerves in 

your toes, feet, legs, 

hands, and arms. 

blood circulation, increase oxygen capacity by up to 15%, 

allowing muscles to relax and increase of endorphins. Massage 

with evening primrose oil has shown to relieve symptoms 

and may improve nerve function better. Self care is a 

must to inspect the feet daily for any injuries. "Pumice stones" 

are often used in beauty salons during the pedicure process 

can be used to remove dry and excess skin from the bottom 

of the foot as well as calluses. 

l Alternate hot and cold packs to legs, Foot bath shall be 

had to improve the innervations. In general, use cold water is 

advised as they are more invigorating. Necessary care should 

be taken to avoid the shoot up of pain. 

l Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation therapy is 

one of the effective and safe treatments for diabetic peripheral 

neuropathy. Improvement in pain will remain effective 

with prolonged use, but usually the symptoms return to 

baseline on treatment termination. 

l Infrared light is also very effective in Diabetic 

Neuropathy Pain Relief. Infrared Light helps in reviving 

the upper tissues of the pain area especially 

foot area and works effectively in pain management. 

Exposure to direct sun will equally benefit to 

improve the nerve functions and to reduce the pain. 

l Alpha-lipoic acid(ALA), a powerful antioxidant 

found in food, may be effective at relieving 

the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy. Vegetables 

especially broccoli, spinach, Brussels 

sprouts, peas and tomatoes are not only rich in 

ALA but are very much suitable for Diabetics. 

l Magnetic therapy may be helpful in improving 

the microcirculation to the nerves. It is recommended 

to use the “North” side of a magnet toward 

the body when treating pain conditions. Using 

magnets for a maximum of about an hour at a 

time would be beneficial. 

l Foot reflexology and Acupressure work synonymously 

by improving the nerve signals. They work by 

opening up the blocked energy channels, which hinders the 

nerve signals. 

National Institute of Naturopathy, Pune 411 001 

10 


from the desk of publication officer 

On ‘International Youth Day’ 

The base of society and a 

country; only the youth power, has 

capabilities to change the scenario 

in the overall development of the 

country. The questions are, Is the 

young generation given enough 

opportunity to work for the nation’s 

development by thinking in a 

broader and farer perspective? And, 

is our young generation willingly 

utilizing its power to contribute to 

the society? There are bunches of issues to be discussed 

in this regard. 

We talk about very important role of Science and 

Technology in a Nation’s development. How many of 

good upcoming scientists remain in our own country? 

In fact, a very few! Because, they are actually not able to 

have a better lifestyle and working facilities they may 

get abroad. They are supposed to be the most 

intellectual set of people in any country but they are 

the most worried about a standard livelihood. Those who 

do not get chances abroad, can also do very well in 

Research but they are not even paid well in order to 

make them more responsible and concentrated towards 

their profession; a profession which is more in the 

interest of the Nation. Most of the foreign companies 

take our Engineers and Technologists. Of course, it still 

plays a very important role in the development of the 

country but it could be better if we had the same or 

more repute, working with the Indian companies too. 

The main agenda remains the same here. 

How many of our youth have the resources to excel 

in the field they actually want? Let it be Science, 

Engineering, Medical, Media, Sports, Entertainment or 

Farming, it’s the best which survives. Either due to their 

family financial conditions or because of not being much 

clever in their fraternity, they have to compromise and 

quit. They ultimately seek for their livelihood. Though, 

things have changed now to some extent which will 

definitely make revisions in the performance of next 

generation. It is about urban areas we are talking, 

actually a small part of the country. 

If we talk to the rural youth 

also, we discover various talents 

but they are not going to get 

opportunities to excel in the 

field they love. They have to opt 

for farming or small businesses. 

They are never provided with 

better genuine facilities to help 

them flourish their interest. They 

are deprived of education, they 

are deprived of health and they 

are deprived of opportunities. 

The second question still left to be answered. We; the 

young generation is the most powerful part of the 

society. We therefore need to be ready to take risks and 

work for the nation at least to an extent. I know some 

scientist who did not opt for working abroad though they 

had wonderful chances. I have seen our engineers and a 

very few of civil officers doing service to the rural public 

and helping them uplift the standards of next 

generation. I am aware of a few teachers who are 

providing their free services in the rural areas directly 

or through NGOs. Rejecting the luxurious life style to 

devote a part of life doing such work indeed seems a 

tough affair. But, there are people who are doing it now 

and this is the only method for an accelerated 

development of the country instead of blaming the 

system everytime. We, the youngsters need to correct 

us and that would help correct the system. It may be 

observed as a difficult path but truly sensible. 

System and the part of system both need to rectify 

each other in positive views. System can be corrected 

by providing with better opportunities to its most 

precious limb, i.e., the Youth. Youth can play a wonderful 

role by thinking a little beyond their own lifestyle and 

putting up examples to the society and the system. 

Passion rebuilds the world for the youth. It makes all 

things alive and significant-Ralph Waldo Emerson. 

Dr. Namrata Shukla 

Managing Editor 


BNYS Colleges 

COLLEGES OFFERING 5 & 5 1/2 

YEARS BNYS COURSE 

(Bachelor of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences Degree Course) 

Sr. 

no. 

Name of the College 

University Affiliation / 

Govt. approved 

Admission 

Capacity 

Estd. In 

Year 

1. 

Gandhi Naturopathic Medical College, 

Balkampet, Hyderabad - 500016 (A.P.) 

Phone : 040 - 23730462 (C), 23731786 (H) 

N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, 

Vijayawada, A.P. 

Govt. of Andhra Pradesh 

30 

1970 

2. 

Narayana Yoga & Naturopathy Medical College, 

Chinthareddypalem, Nellore - 524002, Andhra Pradesh 

Phone : 0861-2337433 

N.T.R. University of Health Sciences, 

Vijayawada, A.P. 

Govt. of Andhra Pradesh 

100 

2007 

3. 

S.D.M. College of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences, 

Ujire - 574 240 (D.K.), Karnataka Phone : 08256 - 236188, 

Fax : 236220 E-mail : sdmbnys@rediffmail.com 

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health 

Sciences, Bangalore 

Govt. of Karnataka 

100 

1989 

4. 

Alvas College of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences, 

Moodbidri - 574227 (D.K.), Karnataka, 

Phone : 08258 - 238104 - 11, Extn : 26 

Rajiv Gandhi University of Health 

Sciences, Bangalore 

Govt. of Karnataka 

60 

2003 

5. 

Govt. Nature Cure & Yoga College PKTR Hospital, 

KRS Road, MYSORE - 570002, Karnataka 

R G University of Health Sciences, 

Bangalore, Govt. of Karnataka 

25 

2006 

6. 

JSS Institute of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences, 

Navakarai, Palakkad Main Road, Coimbatore-641 105, Tamilnadu 

Phone : 0422 - 2656394 / 857 / 471 Fax : 0422 - 2656470 

website:wwwjssinys.com E-mail : jssinyscoimbatore@gmail.com 

The T.N. Dr. M. G. R. Medical 

University, Chennai, 

Govt. of Tamil Nadu 

60 

1997 

7. 

Shivaraj Naturopathy and Yoga Medical College, Siddhar Kovil 

Road, Thumbathulipatty, SALEM - 636 307, Phone:0427-2481006, 

2481007, 2481206 (F)Website:www.sivarajcolleges.org 


University, Chennai 


40 

1997 

8. 

Govt. Naturopathy & Yoga Medical College & Hospital, 

Anna Govt. Hospital of Indian Medicine, Anna Nagar, 

Chennai - 600106 Phone : 044-26281563, 26216244, 26214844 




20 

2000 

9. 

S.R.K. Medical College of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences, 

Kulasekharam, Padanilam, P.O.Kanyakumari District - 629161, 

Tamil Nadu Phone : 04651 - 278425, Fax : 277164 

E-mail : royalrolex@vsnl.com 




50 

2001 

10. 

Mahavir College of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences, Nagpura 

Dist. Durg - 491001. Chattisgarh, Phone : 0788 - 3297104, 

Fax : 0788 - 2221695 E-mail : mahavircollege@gmail.com 

Pt. Ravi Shankar Shukla University, 

Raipur, 

Govt. of Chattisgarh 

50 

2002 

11. 

Sant Hirdaram Medical College of Naturopathy and Yogic 

Sciences, Lake Road, Sant Hirdaram Nagar, Bairagarh, 

Bhopal - 462030, Madhya Pradesh Phone : 0755 - 4283545, 

2640174, FAX - 0755 - 2640632 Mobile : 09589713751 

Email: principal@shmcnys.in Website : www.shmcnys.in 

Affiliated to Barkatullah University, 

Bhopal & Recognised, 

Govt. of Madhya Pradesh. 

50 

2009 

12. 

Sanchi Naturopathy College & Research Centre 

Gram : Barla (Sanchi), Dist : Raisen - 464 551, Madhya Pradesh 

Phone : 9203913301/02 Email:admission@sncrc.com / 

sncrc@gmail.com Website: www.sncrc.com 

Affiliated to Barkatullah University, 

Bhopal & Recognised by Higher 

Education, 

Govt. of Madhya Pradesh. 

50 

2010 

13. 

Morarji Desai Institute of Naturopathy & Yoga, 

Karelibaug, Vadodara - 390022, Gujarat. 

Gujarat Ayurveda University, 

Jamnagar, Govt. of Gujarat 

50 

2005 

14. 

Devs Yoga & Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences, Deva Nagar, 

Ankireddypalli, Keesara Mandal, Ranga Reddy Dist., Hyderabad, 

A.P. Phone - 08418-202144, (M): 09849267595 

Email : devshomoeopathicmedicalcollege@gmail.com 

Dr. N. T. R University of Health 

Sciences; Vijaywada, 

Andhra Pradesh. 

50 

2010 

15. 

Maharishi Aurobindo Subharti College of Naturopathy and 

Yogic Sciences, Swami Vivekanand Subharti University, 

Meerut - 250005, Uttar Pradesh. Phone : 0121-2439578, 

3058038, 3058042, 2439157 Mobile : 9568412703 

Email : masinys@hotmail.com Website : www.subharti.org 

Subharati University; 

Meerut, 

Govt. of Uttar Pradesh 

50 

2010 

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naturopathy & yoga 

Obesity 

Obesity is defined as increased fat mass in 

the body more than the normal limits. Now a 

days, the development of the childhood 

obesity is on rise especially in the developed 

and the developing countries. The modern life 

style, increased calorie intake and decreased 

utilization are the main causes for the obesity. 

The obesity affects both body and mind. 

Naturopathy and yoga is not mere a system of 

medicine but also a way of life. Thus, it helps to 

treat the whole body as well the mind those 

are affected by the obesity. By correcting the 

poor life style to a healthy one, it prevents 

further development and complications of 

obesity as well. 

Dr. L. Nivethitha 

Childhood obesity 

Obesity may be defined as an abnormal 

growth of the adipose tissue due to an 

enlargement of fat cell size (hypertrophy 

obesity) or an increase in fat cell number 

(hyperplasic obesity) or a combination of both. 

Obesity is often expressed in terms of body 

mass index (BMI) for example the WHO defines 

Obesity as, "A BMI greater than or equal to 30 is 

obese". Body mass index (BMI) is a simple index 

of weight-for-height and it is defined as a 

person’s weight in kilograms divided by the 

square of his height in meters (kg/m 2 ). Obesity 

has become a pandemic, with more than a 

billion people affected worldwide. Over the 

past 30 yrs, the frequency of overweight/ obese 

children has increased. For example, in the 

United States more than 30 percent of children 

are overweight or obese. The data from the 

International Obesity Task Force indicates that 

22 million of the world’s children under 5 yrs of 

age are overweight or obese and more than 

two third of children aged 10 yrs and older who 

are obese will become obese adults. Obesity in 



young adults decreases life expectancy by 5–20 yrs. 

The increased frequency and severity of childhood 

obesity is accompanied by the expected medical 

complications for example one in four overweight 

children in the 6 to 12yr age group has impaired 

glucose tolerance, and 60 percent of these children 

have at least one risk factor for heart disease. 

Causes 

l Lack of knowledge. 

l Changes in lifestyle. 

l Decrease in physical 

activities like walking, 

cycling, swimming, sports 

activities, and exercise etc. 

l Increase in caloric intake. 

l Watching television and 

playing on the computer 

than exercising. 

l Changes in diet like nonveg, 

fast food, soda, 

bakery foods, canned and 

bottled foods, oiled and 

highly salted food, high fat 

food and high 

carbohydrate foods, 

sweets, ice creams, 

chocolates and other junk 

foods have also 

contributed to pediatric obesity. 

l Maternal malnutrition and obesity. 

l Intrauterine exposure to elevated insulin levels. 

l Socioeconomic status. 

l Disturbed sleep. 

l Drugs like corticosteroids, anti-psychotic drugs etc. 

l Psychological problems. 

l Eating disorders. 

l The defect in the hunger and the satiety centers 

due to defect in the hypothalamus. 

l Genetic and neuroendocrine cause like defects in 

genes or the receptors of leptin, pro 

opiomelanocortin, cocaine and amphetamineregulated 

transcript (CART), and melanocortin-4. 

Risk factors 

Family history : The family history of Obesity, Heart 

disease, Hypertension, Dyslipidemia, Type 2 diabetes, 

Thyroid disease. 

Birth weight : High birth weight baby. 

Breast feeding : Poor breast feeding is inversely 

proportional to the 

development of obesity 

Dietary : Excessive fruit juice 

consumption with sugar, 

Sweetened beverages, 

Excessive whole milk intake, 

Frequency of eating outside 

home, Frequency of fast-food 

meals. 

Physical activity : Screen time 

hours spent per day, a Television 

in child’s bedroom, less/ no 

Participation in organized 

sports, poor parental exercise 

behaviour. 

Medications : Glucocorticoids, 

Use of atypical antipsychotics. 

Reproductive (girls) : Age of 

menarche, Oligomenorrhea, 

Hirsutism. 

Respiratory : Snoring, Wheezing, Apnoea, Daytime 

sleepiness. 

Dermatological : Acanthosis nigricans, Furunculosis. 

Gastrointestinal : Gallbladder disease, 

Gastroesophageal reflux. 

Musculoskeletal : Joint pains, Limpness. 

Neurological : Vision problems, Hyperactivity, 

Diplopia, Headache. 

Mental health : Depression, Poor self-esteem, 

Isolation from peer group, Behavioural problems. 

Complications and co-morbidities 

Metabolic Syndrome : Paediatric metabolic 

syndrome is a group of risk factors in one person that 

includes obesity, insulin resistance, hypertension and 

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other metabolic abnormalities; it is present in nearly 

half of all severely obese children and it worsens with 

increasing body mass index or insulin resistance. 

Glucose tolerance : Hyperinsulinemia, Pre-diabetes, 

Type 2 diabetes. 

Cardiovascular : Paediatric primary hypertension, 

Systolic hypertension, Systolic and diastolic 

hypertension, Low HDL cholesterol, Elevated LDL 

cholesterol, Hypertriglyceridemia, left ventricular 

hypertrophy (LVH), deep venous thrombosis and 

subsequent pulmonary embolism, abnormal arterial 

function and structure, with an increased intimal– 

medial thickness. 

Mental health : Low self-esteem, Depression. 

Orthopedic : Coxa vara, Slipped capital femoral 

epiphysis, Adolescent tibia vara (Blount disease), 

Legg-Calve-Perthes disease. 

Pulmonary : Asthma, Obstructive sleep apnoea 

syndrome, Pickwickian syndrome. 

Hepatic : Cholestasis/cholelithiasis, Steatosis, 

Steatohepatitis, Non-alcoholic fatty liver. 

Renal : Micro-albuminuria. 

Neurological : Idiopathic intracranial hypertension 

(pseudotumor cerebri). 

Dermatological : Acanthosis nigricans, Intertrigo, 

Furunculosis. 

Reproductive : Polycystic ovary syndrome, 

Hyperandrogenism, premature adrenarche or the 

increase in adrenal androgen, earlier menarche, 

Dysmenorrhea in case of girls. 

In boys, it may be Later pubertal onset, 

Pseudomicropenis, reduced circulating androgens. 

Naturopathy management 

The childhood obesity is mainly because of the 

unhealthy lifestyle and the main objective of the 

naturopathy management is to change the 

unhealthy living habits of people and to teach them 

a lifestyle in accordance with the laws of Nature. So 

the naturopathic treatments are the best choice for 

the prevention and the correction of the childhood 

obesity. 

1. Naturopath counseling 

This is very important before the commencement 

of the any naturopathic treatments, to make the 

patient understand about their conditions and the 

treatments. The counseling in childhood obesity is 

important for both the children and their parents to 

educate them to find out the causes and complication 

of obesity and the importance of the naturopathy in 

its management and prevention of further 

development and complications. 

2. Hydrotherapy 

Hydrotherapy is internal or external use of water 

at various temperatures in any of its forms (water, ice, 

steam) for health promotion or treatment of disease. 

Hydrotherapy with the use of clean water is very 

effective as it opens up the pores of skin, imparts 

lightness and alertness to the body. All systems and 

muscles of the body are activated and the blood 

circulation improves. Main hydrotherapy treatments 

for childhood obesity are the aquatic exercises, aqua 

jogging, walking in the water, aquatic games, aquatic 

yoga, enema, neutral spinal bath/neutral spinal spray, 

cold under water massage, cold hip bath, cold chest 

pack, cold abdominal pack, cold water drinking, full 

immersion bath with friction, cold douche to whole 

body, wet sheet pack, steam bath, sauna bath etc. 

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3. Diet therapy 

The diet plays an important role in the 

development and progress of childhood obesity. The 

wrong selection or combination and intake of high 

calorie food is the main cause of obesity. The 

awareness about the food what we are eating is very 

important in the management and prevention of 

obesity. For an effective weight reduction, diet should 

be in the negative caloric intake (the intake of the 

calorie should be slightly less than that of normal 

requirements). 

Avoid : Food rich in high 

calorie, high glycemic 

index food, high fat 

and 

high 

carbohydrate diet 

etc, non-veg, oily 

foods, fried, highly 

salted, spicy, packed, 

colored, flavored, 

wasted, preserved, 

bakery, excess of roots 

and tubers, white sugar, 

maida products, soft 

drinks, junk foods, ice 

cream, dairy products, chocolates, tea, coffee, alcohol 

and, avoid fruits like custard apple, mango, sapota, 

banana, jack fruit. 

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Take : Low caloric diet, low fat and low 

carbohydrate and protein diet, Fresh fruits and 

vegetables like goose berry, lemon, sweet lime, 

orange, pomegranate, guava, pine apple, apple, 

pear, papaya, melons, grapes, berries, fig, onion, 

garlic, ash guard, bitter guard, bottle guard, ridge 

guard, cucumber, carrot, tomato, etc. take antioxidant 

rich foods like foods rich in vitamin A, 

vitamin E, vitamin C and more of green leafy 

vegetables like curry leaves, coriander leaves, mint, 

amaranthus, fenugreek leaves etc. Take fenugreek, 

cumin seeds, ginger, dry ginger, pepper, coriander 

seeds, sprouts, fruits or vegetable salads, vegetable 

soups, ragi, wheat, bajra, jowar, corns, green gram, 

black gram, Bengal gram, horse gram, soya bean, 

fresh honey, green tea etc. 

4. Fasting therapy 

Fasting is an important modality in naturopathy. It 

is a process of providing rest to the entire digestive 

system for a particular period of time to attain 

therapeutic purposes. The vital energy which digests 

the food is wholly engaged in the process of 

elimination during fasting. The Juice fasting (fruits 

and vegetables) or fruit fasting is the safest and very 

effective method of fasting for the children. The fruits 

and vegetables are the lowest in calorie and rich in 

the nutrients. So there will be a negative calorie intake 

and the energy requirement will be fulfilled by the 

accumulated glycogen and the fat. Normally once a 

week fasting will help in weight reduction and health 

promotion. 

5. Massage therapy 

The massage therapy 

is a scientific and 

systemic manipulation 

of the tissues and 

organs of the body, 

aims at improving 

the 

blood 

circulation and also 

at strengthening 

muscles and bodily organs. When the organs get 

proper blood circulation, its functions will be 

promoted that helps to improve the physical activities 

and helps to reduce the body weight. Abdominal 

massage, full body massages or massages to the fat 

accumulated areas are useful to reduce the obesity. 

These massages help to mobilize the fat from the 

accumulated areas and also help to promote the 

metabolism to burn more calories. 

6. The mud therapy 

Mud therapy is one of the simple but highly 

effective treatment modality. The mud used for 

therapeutic purpose should be neat, clean and free 

from contamination of stone pieces or chemicals, 

manure etc., and is taken from 5 to 6 ft. depth from 

the surface of the ground. Mud packs and Mud baths 

are the main forms of treatment. Mud pack to 

abdomen, eyes and full mud bath gives coolness to 

the body and reduces the physical and the mental 

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fatigue promoting its activity. It helps to promote the 

functions of the abdominal organs and promote the 

proper digestion, absorption of the nutrients, 

eliminate the waste products. 

7. Helio (sun) therapy 

Helio therapy (sun therapy) is one of the basic 

treatment in the naturopathy. The sun bath and 

attapasnana (plantain leaf bath) is the most important 

modalities of sun therapy. These are very effective 

methods for the management and prevention of the 

childhood obesity and its complications but care 

must be provided during the treatment. Sun bath can 

be taken in the early morning and in the late evening; 

the Plantain leaf bath can be taken once a week. 

These treatments are useful for the vitamin D 

synthesis. The vitamin D helps to promote the calcium 

absorption from the gut and strengthen the 

musculoskeletal system and the cardiac functions. 

The sun rays help to promote the blood circulation 

and promote the metabolism, also it facilitates the 

nerve conduction and neuromuscular functions. 

These help to improve the physical activities thus help 

to increase the caloric expenditures. The 

attapasnanna helps to eliminate the waste product 

from the body by promoting the perspiration which 

is also useful for the management of childhood 

obesity. 

8. Colour (chromo) therapy 

The colour (chromo) therapy mainly consists of 

the seven colors of the spectrum i.e. Violet, Indigo, 

Blue, Green, Yellow, Orange and Red and its 

combinations. Each colour has different therapeutic 

properties and effects. The red, yellow and orange 

are the best colours for weight reductions and green 

can be used when the over dose of the above 

mentioned colours because of its balancing effect. 

These colours can be applied by different methods 

like direct application by the shade of colour glasses 

exposed in the sun light, colour lights, application 

of coloured stone, coloured bottles filled with water 

or oil and exposed to Sun rays for specified hours. 

This colour charged water is used as an external 

application for skin disorders and it can also taken 

as a tonic for digestive disorders. These colours can 

be applied in daily life in various ways like coloured 

light in the room, coloured clothing, colours in 

dining form, foods charged by specific colors, wall 

paints, color of furniture etc. Colored food, colored 

charged water, massage with the particular color 

charged oil, colored garments, color glasses, color 

lamp, color papers etc. 

9. Magneto therapy 

The magnet therapy consists of the application 

of different magnetic poles in various forms which 

have different therapeutic properties and effects. The 

South Pole is commonly applied in the treatment of 

obesity as it has the heating properties and to 

promote the metabolisms. This can be applied by 

different methods like direct application of South 

Pole, South Pole charged water or oil for specified 

hours. This magnetic charged water is used as an 

external application on the skin and also ingested 

as a tonic for digestive disorders. Massage with the 

South Pole charged oil, magnetic waist belt etc is 

also practices. 

Management through Yoga 

Yoga consists of various techniques like 

shatkarmas, asana, pranayama, mudra, bandha, 

relaxation techniques, meditations, yogic 

counseling and yogic diet etc. These practices help 

to attain balance between body and mind, thereby 

alleviate the diseases and promote the health. It 

should initially be practiced under a trained yoga 

teacher. 

1. Yogic Diet 

According to yoga, food is divided into 3 types : 

Satvic food which nourishes the body and calms 

the mind and provides better physical and mental 

health. 

Rajasic food which irritates the body and 

aggravates the mind and produces hyperactivity/ 

aggressive behavior. 

Tamasic food which sludge the body and mind 

and produces hypoactivities/ laziness. 

To reduce weight, children should take Satvic 

foods (fresh fruits and vegetables etc.), avoid Rajasic 



(spicy, non-veg etc.) and Tamasic foods (wasted foods, 

bottled, packed foods, preserved foods etc.) 

2. Asanas 

Asana means a physical posture which is easy and 

comfortable to the body. It helps to make the body 

flexible and supple which is useful for maintenance 

and promotion of the health and prevention of 

diseases. As asanas are being mild to moderate 

aerobic kind, during the practice the demand for 

energy is fulfilled more from fat and less from 

carbohydrate. When accumulated fat is 

utilized to yield energy, its 

amount gradually decrease to 

an extent which is useful for the 

obese. 

Standing : sukshmavyayama, suryanamaskara, 

tadasana, triyak tadasana, kati chakrasana, artha 

kati chakrasana, chakrasana, ardha chakrasana, 

trikonasana, garudasana, vrikshasana, utkatasana, 

padhahasthasana. 

Sitting: Padmasana, vjrasana, supta vajrasana, 

sashankasana, yogamudrasana, gomukhasana, 

paschimothanasana, vakrasana, ardha 

matsyendrasana, matsyasana, naukachanlanasana, 

chakkichaalanasana, simhasana, tittely asana, 

marjariasana, vyaghrasana. 

Supine lying posture: Uttan padasana, cycling, 

naukasana, pawanmuktasana etc. 

Prone lying posture: Bujangasana, triyak 

bhujangasana, dhanurasana, shalabhasana. 

Inverted posture: Vipareethakarani asana, 

sarvangasana, halasana etc. 

3.Pranayama 

Pranayama means breath control or expansion 

of vital/ life force. The pranayama effective for the 

obesity are, hand in and out stretch breathing, 

abdominal breathings, the heating pranayamas like 

right nostril breathing, kapalabathi and basthrika 

etc. nadishodhana pranayama, bhramari pranayama 

etc. These pranayama helps to promote health and 

general wellbeing. The heating pranayama helps to 

increase the calorie expenditure by enhancing the 

metabolism. 

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4. Bandha 

Bandha means bind, lock or hold which indicates 

holding of energy in a particular area/ part of the 

body for a particular period of time. There are 4 types 

of bandha depending upon the place where we are 

holding/ locking the energy. The most useful bandha 

for the obesity are the uddhiyana bandha, jalandra 

bandha, maha bandha etc. 

5. Shatkarma 

The shatkarma means the six cleansing 

process which is useful in the elimination 

of the waste products 

and keep the body clean 

and healthy. This 

cleansing process also 

called as kriyas. The kriyas which are 

useful for the obesity are neti, dhauti, 

kapalapathi and trataka. 

Conclusion 

The childhood obesity is a 

major health problem in the 

world which is associated 

with various other health 

problems. The incidence 

and the prevalence of 

childhood obesity are 

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because of the 

modern life style. The modern medicine has no 

particular drugs or the surgery for obesity without side 

effects. The naturopathy and yoga system of 

medicine helps to balance both body and mind and 

promote the natural lifestyle. Hence, these play the 

main role in the management of the obesity and 

prevention of its complications without any side 

effects. 

D/O V. Loganathan, 

#32, Thiru. Vi. Ka. Street, 

Anakaputhur, 

Chennai - 600070, 

Tamilnadu 


effect on human body 

Mud Therapy 

Dr. P. Yuvaraj Paul 

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Mud is one of the five great elements. Natural mud represents earth and it has tremendous 

impact on maintenance of health and prevention of diseases. Mud has healing powers that can 

restore the body’s balance by removing accumulated toxins. Mud is entirely composed of organic 

substances that have absolutely no side-effect on the body. The earth contains many minerals that 

are beneficial for human health. It is true that it can aid in the treatment of many diseases and health 

problems. Minerals and trace elements present in the mud are known for its renowned effects and 

healing properties. The Minerals found in mud are - sulfur, iron, magnesium, potassium, bromide, 

iodine, silicon, selenium, calcium, zinc. Mud also has the remarkable property 

of holding moisture for a long time, which has the cooling effect on 

the part of the body applied. 

In fact, mud bath has been popularly used by Ancient Greeks 

and In modern times it again came in to prominence as a valuable 

therapeutic agent in the last century trough Emmanuel Felke a 

German born who was nick named Clay Pastor. Felke fond that 

the forces of earth have remarkable effects upon the human 

body especially during night (these effects are described 

as refreshing, strengthening and vitalizing). Adolf 

Just was one of the pioneers of nature cure, he 

believed that all diseases can be cured if sleeping 

or lying on the earth at night made customary. 



Selection of Mud 

For the treatment purpose mud can be taken from 

either river side /Hill side mud/black soil/ potters mud 

or multani mud also can used for various disease 

condition. But the mud should be clean, free from 

chemicals and other contamination. One should take 

the mud digging the ground atleast 2-3 feet from 

ground level, and remove the pebbles, decomposed 

matter and other soil impurities. Area from which the 

mud is taken should be clean and should be free from 

waste and garbage. 

Preparation of the mud 

1. After selection of mud it should be exposed to 

sun for 5-7 days ,so that all insects and bacteria 

can be killed. 

2. After sun exposures grind the mud and filter it. 

3. Mud has to be soaked for 12 hours in mud, cement 

or porcelain container before use for the 

treatment. 

4. Mud should not be soaked in aluminum, iron, 

plastic or steel containers because it reduces t 

chemical and magnetic property and it will not 

remain cool. 

5. If possible always use spatula for mixing and 

application of mud. Avoid using hand directly. 

6. Mix the mud well in the container make it a 

smooth paste so it can be completely beneficial. 

Before application the mud is mixed with water to 

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form a clay-like paste which is applied to the skin. The 

mud should be smooth and not too sticky It is allowed 

to dry in the sun until it becomes crusty and starts to 

fall off. This may last anywhere between 20 minutes to 

1 hour. With the help of water, the dried mud is made 

wet again, and scrubbed off the skin. Do not use soap 

to bathe post mud bath therapy. When the wet mud is 

applied to the skin, its minerals are absorbed by the 

skin and they enter our blood stream. Hence, this 

therapy has an overall cleansing effect on the body. 

The treatment should be taken for a minimum 

duration of 2 weeks to obtain maximum benefits. 

Mud Bath 

Mud can be either applied directly or indirectly as 

packs, it can be either local application or full mud 

application. The full body application of mud is 

known as mud bath. 

Effects 

1. It helps to improve the skin condition by 

increasing the circulation and energizing the skin 

tissues. 

2. Effects of mud are invigorating and vitalizing. 

3. It cools down the body. 

4. It dilutes and absorbs the toxic substances of body 

ultimately eliminates them from body. 

5. The mud bath is found to tone up the skin by 

increasing the skin tissues. 



6. Frequent mud baths help to improve the 

complexion, clear spots and patches on the skin 

following skin disorders. 

7. It is very beneficial in the treatment of skin 

diseases like psoriasis, leucoderma. 

8. It is useful in getting relief from rheumatic pain 

or any kind of arthritis. 

9. It cleanses, exfoliates, draws out toxins, hydrates 

and improves the flow of nutrients to the skin 

surface. 

10. It helps in sun tan and hyper pigmentation of skin. 

Mud pack 

Packs applied locally in different places gives a 

cooling effect by reducing the temperature locally. 

After the preparation of the mud, spread it over, linen 

or cotton cloth and folded according to the area of 

usage. Place it locally for 15-30 mins. 

Effects 

1. Mud pack on abdomen helps in relieving 

indigestion. 

2. It is effective in decreasing intestinal heat and 

stimulates peristalsis. 

3. The use of mud pack is effective and beneficial in 

the treatment of chronic inflammation caused by 

internal diseases, bruises, sprains, boils. 

4. The mud pack treatment helps to retain moisture 

and coolness for longer time span than 

compared to water packs or compress. 

5. The mud pack relaxes the pores of the skin, draws 

the blood into the surface, relieves inner 

blockage and pain. 

6. It promotes heat radiation and removal of toxic 

matter. 

7. Mud packs are useful for people who have 

general weakness and who cannot take direct 

mud application. 

8. Effective in treating stress and strain. 

9. Mud pack applied to head in congestive 

headache helps in relieving the pain. 

10. Application of the pack over the eyes is useful in 

cases of conjunctivitis, hemorrhages, in the eye 

ball and itching. 

11. Useful in glaucoma where it helps to reduce 

eyeball tension. 

12. For people sitting in front of the computers and 

tv for long hours it helps to relax the eyes. 

13. Eye pack helps in improving the vision. 

14. It helps to reduce dark circles around eyes. 

Hot mud application 

Moistened mud should be heated in a vessel. It 

should be kept stirring for 3-5 min. and apply it locally 

at tolerable temperature. 

Effects 

1. It is effective in pain can be applied locally for 

painful joints where there is no inflammation. 

2. Helps to relieve muscle stiffness. 

3. It helps to relieve abdominal pain during periods. 

Wrap a cloth over a hot mud pack. 

4. Hot mud applications are useful in relieving 

congestion, reducing pain. 

5. Hot mud applications are used in passive 

inflammatory conditions such as muscular pains, 

fibromyalgia. 

6. In asthma patients hot mud applications over 

back helps in relieving lung congestion. 

Naturopathy being a drugless system, mud 

therapy is one of its cardinal limbs and it can be 

administered effectively and is well accepted by the 

patients too. 

Junior Naturopath 

National Institute of Naturopathy 

Tadiwala Road, 

Pune - 411001, 

Maharashtra. 


healthy over age 

Nature Cure And Yoga For Andropause 

(Male Menopause) 

Dr. Kushan Shah 

What is Andropause? 

Andropause refers to a set of gradual physical and 

psychological changes that men generally go 

through, beginning in the middle age. Andropause 

is equivalent to the menopause that women over 45 

go through. Yet, in some ways it is quite different from 

the female menopause. Common age of onset of 

symptoms of Andropause is 51 to 60 years but also as 

early as 35 years have been reported in literature. 

History 

In 1944 two American doctors, Carl Heller and 

Gordon Myers in one of their article reported, what 

we now describe as the male menopause. They 

compared the symptoms with those of the female 

menopause. Unfortunately, men were unwilling to 

accept that they could also attain ‘menopause’. Men 

with genuine symptoms were told that ‘this is just a 

mid-life crisis’. Testosterone therapy was blamed for 

its abusive purposes and so the concept of 

testosterone replacement therapy for Andropause 

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was not well tolerated. Further TRT was discouraged 

due to the panic of the side effects like prostate 

cancer. 

Andropause occurrs due to lower levels of 

testosterone. After age of 30, testosterone levels drop 

by about 10 per cent every decade. Rapid 

deterioration starts after the age of 50. Men may 

experience Andropause symptoms after around 25 

percent drop of his Testosterone level. 

Symptoms 

Symptoms of Andropause can vary from man to 

man which may include, 

- Lack of energy. 

- Decrease in strength and muscle power. 

- Decrease in sex drive. 

- Depression, anger and confusion. 

- Hot flashes and night sweats. 

- Deterioration in sports ability. 



- Falling asleep immediately after dinner. 

- Decrease in work performance. 

- Thinning of bone and loss of height. 

Any four or more from above may 

need medical attention. 

Nature cure 

1. Eat nutritious, low fat and 

high fiber diet. 

2. Reduce calorie intake by 

around 30 percent. 

3. Drink lot of water. 

4. Exercise and do yoga 

regularly. 

5. Take good sleep. 

6. Make friends and groups to share your feelings. 

7. Find new ways to relive stress. 

8. Although there are many vitamins and nutrients 

those are very important for adequate hormonal 

functioning, specific nutrients have been researched 

and found to be beneficial for men’s health and for 

counteracting the effects of andropause. A few of 

these nutrients are listed below. 

Essential Fatty Acids : There is a group of fats that 

the body is incapable of synthesizing on its own 

known as “essential fatty acids” (EFAs). They include 

omega 3 (linolenic) and omega 6 (linoleic) fatty acids. 

EFAs are required constituents of every cell membrane 

in the body and are required to maintain the fluidity 

of these membranes, aid in producing and balancing 

hormones and play an essential role in managing 

inflammation. Classic signs of deficiency include 

depression, mood disorders, memory loss, 

hyperactivity, anxiety, dry flaking skin, inflammation, 

arthritis, decreased bone density, muscle spasm, food 

allergies, fatigue, increased body fat and most 

important to our discussion, hormonal imbalance. 

Prostate health is also directly tied to adequate 

essential fatty acid intake and levels in the body 

Zinc : The prostate gland has a unique characteristic 

of storing high levels of zinc. Healthy prostate tissue 

contains higher concentrations of zinc than all other 

tissue in the human body. Therefore, it is no 

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coincidence that the level of zinc in the prostate gland 

declines dramatically in patients with BPH and even 

more so in patients with prostate cancer. 

L-Arginine : It is an essential amino acid 

that can be very effective for erectile 

dysfunction that can help to 

produce harder and longerlasting 

erections and increasing 

libido. Supplementation with 

arginine has also been shown to 

improve low sperm counts and 

male infertility. Arginine 

promote the production of nitric 

oxide, a substance that opens up 

blood vessels in the penis much like 

the drug Viagra. But unlike Viagra, arginine is free of 

side effects like Viagra and is relatively inexpensive. 

Arginine also helps to stimulate the release of growth 

hormone which also acts to stimulate sex drive. For 

men, losing muscle mass and gaining more fat mass 

during andropause can be very frustrating. Arginine, 

along with a healthy exercise regimen can help to 

increase muscle mass and decrease fat mass. 



9. Acupuncture is one of the oldest form of 

medicine, dating back thousands of years. It is an 

energy-based medicine which acknowledges the 

existence of unseen electrical energy in the body 

which flows in documented patterns and pathways. 

Disease occurs when there is an imbalance or 

blockage of energy. Acupuncture is used to treat 

many conditions ranging from pain relief to chronic 

disease, to addictions (e.g. smoking cessation). More 

importantly acupuncture is a great treatment 

modality to use in conjunction with the 

aforementioned therapies to treat hormonal 

imbalances and fertility problems in men, combat 

aging and stress and assist with insomnia, depression 

and pain. 

The aging process is related directly to the amount 

of free radicals present in the body. Food rich in 

antioxidant and phytonutrients such as fruits and 

vegetables reduces the free radicals and thus slows 

down the aging process. 

Yogic therapy 

Yoga practices help prevent onset of Andropause. 

There are 3 special exercises you can perform. 

Each of these ‘mudras’ or ‘bandhas’ work with 

different areas of the sexual regions. When we 

perform a 'bandha' we stop the breath at different 

levels to regulate the energy to a particular part. 

There are several types of bandhas. The ancient 

classical text, the 'Gheranda Samitha' 

described 25 mudras 

and bandhas. (Note, 

the term ‘mudra’ is 

popularly used in 

yoga to describe hand gestures. However, they are 

‘locks’ and the term mudra can also be applied to 

‘body-locks’). Of the 25, we will concentrate on few 

of them. 

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In addition to the bandhas, there are yoga asanas 

which can be practised to help delay andropause and 

retain a man’s vitality and strength. 

1. Ashwini Mudra : In this exercise, the muscles of 

the anus are contracted and pulled upwards. 

'Ashwa' means Horse and the exercise mimics the 

movement the horse makes with its muscles after 

emptying his bowels. The exercise focusses on quick 

contractions. There are several ways to perform this 

ashwini mudra. One method is described as follows: 

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You can sit in padmasana (lotus) or cross-legged 

pose. Inhale and exhale breathing slowly. 

Concentrate your attention on the anal region, but 

don’t fixate it, let it be a natural relaxing type of 

concentration. 

Contract the sphincter muscles of the anus (rectum) 

area. Hold for 2-3 seconds. Feel the squeeze. Relax 

for few seconds. This is one round of ashwini 

mudra. 

As your practice is perfected and your stamina grows 

you can repeat this exercise for longer and hold the 

sphincter muscles for longer than 2-3 seconds. 

Also you can increase the speed of the contractions 

gradually. 

2. Moola Bandha : This point is 

situated between the anus and 

scrotum - perineal point. 

Note that, men contract a spot 

between the anus and testicles. For 

women, the point of contraction will be 

the cervix. This exercise is also known as 

the perineal lock. 

This works with the 1st 

chakra point which 

is situated in the base of the spine. Mool means 

root, source, origin. 

'Bhandha' has several 

meanings including 

body-lock and 

stoppage. 

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This bandha tones up the perineal muscles and 

pelvic organs such as the prostate, bladder and 

testicles which are stimulated and function more 

effectively, by increasing sexual power, 

strengthening the 1st chakra and helping to delay 

ejaculation. 

There is increased production of sexual energy. 

Long-term yoga practitioners can direct the sexual 

energies upwards rather than downwards into 

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sexual intercourse. This exercise is performed 

regularly to help do so. 

When sexual energy is directed upwards it turns 

into “ojas”, which is then used for higher 

intellectual purposes. 

3. Vajroli Mudra : Performed by contracting the 

genital area and pulling upwards to the abdominal 

region. Testicles will be pulled upwards when this is 

performed. 

In the ancient classical yoga text 'Siva Samitha' the 

vajroli mudra is described in Chapter III. It is 

considered as a ‘secret’ mudra and is credited with 

destroying the ego and illusions. 

When you practice vajroli, what you are doing is 

contracting and squeezing the urethral sphincter 

muscles located at the tip of the penis. When you pass 

urine and stop it midway these same muscles are used. 

This example should give you an idea of where the 

muscles are located. 

4. Uddiyana Bandha : According to the ancient 

classical text 'Siva Samitha' this bandha will give you 

the strength of a lion. It is recommended to practice 

this bandha 4 times a day. This will clean the intestines 

and purify the body. This is an excellent exercise which 

benefits the whole body. It also works with the 

abdomen, improving its vitality and strength. The 

abdominal muscles are exercised and regular 

performance of this bandha helps improve digestion 

and alleviate conditions such as constipation and 

indigestion. 

5. Shalabhasana (The Locust) : Locust works with 

the spinal region and increases its flexibility helping 

the body to remain agile and youthful. When the 

spine is stiff or damaged it affects not only the 

movements of other parts of the body but will 

psychologically affect you also. As we grow older, we 

lose flexibility of the spine. There are many yoga 

practices those specifically massage and work with 

the spine, helping it to retain its elasticity. 

Regular and correct performance of locust will also 

revitalize the bowel, liver and pancreas. It is also 

excellent for people who experience back pain and 

sciatica. 

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Conclusion 

In conclusion , it may be stated that the male 

menopause is a definite entity. It affects men over 50 

years of age or sometimes earlier. Symptoms are 

gradual and usually not pronounced as in the female. 

Early diagnosis and prevention therapy can improve 

symptoms. 

C.M.O 

Kudrati Upchar Kendra, 

Mundra, 

Kutch 370001, 

Gujarat 

Email : kushan.shh@gmail.com 


nature cure 

Dr. Lakshmeesha D. R. 

Dermatitis is a common skin condition 

characterized by inflammation of the skin – the 

skin usually gets swollen, red and itchy. 

It occurs in many forms and due to several 

causes, few are known while others remain 

unknown. This skin condition is not serious but 

can cause much discomfort if not treated 

properly. 

The symptoms and signs of dermatitis may be 

Itching, Redness, Swelling, Skin lesions. Its 

diagnosis is based on symptoms as well as 

medical history. 

Certain tests may be performed to identify the 

substance causing the allergic response and 

these include Biopsy and Patch testing. 

Common Allergens 

Allergen 

Present In 

Nickel 

Jewelry, Foods 

Benzocaine 

Anesthetics 

Fragrance 

Perfumes, Personal care products 

Mercaptomix 

Rubber Gloves 

Black rubber mixRubber Gloves 

Potassium dichromate Leather, Spackling, Detergents 

Cinammic aldehyde Fragrance, Toothpaste 

Quaternium 15 Preservative, Personal care products 

1. Contact dermatitis 

Its common causes may be contact of 

nickel, rubber, potassium dichromate or 

paraphenylenediamine. Reddish marking and 

itching will occur due to this. 

This type of dermatitis occurs as a result of 

direct contact with irritants such as Cleaning 

products, detergents and Laundry soap powder 

or soaps. 

It may also be caused by contact with allergens 

such as cosmetics, perfumes, jewelry, certain 

metals, rubber, weeds or grass. 

Impact 

l T-lymphocyte-mediated type IV allergic 

reaction. 

l 

Commonest specific skin disorder encountered. 

2. Irritant Contact Dermatitis 

Non-allergic reaction that results from 

exposure to an irritating agent (Physical or 

chemical) producing cell damage and an 

inflammatory reaction. 

Its common causes may be chemicals like 

acids, alkalis, soap, detergent or dusts, gases, 

heat, cold, humidity and mechanical causes 

like friction, rubbing, scratching. 

Its treatment lies in avoidance of causative 

agent. 

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Naturopathic approach 

l Effective management requires relief from and 

prevention of, itching while treating the underlying 

metabolic abnormalities. 

l The food and environmental allergens must be 

detected and controlled; prostaglandin metabolism 

should be normalized. 

l Immune system abnormalities must be 

balanced. 

1. Diet 

The patient should eliminate all 

major allergens (milk, eggs and 

peanuts account for the offending 

food in approximately 81 percent 

of cases). 

As the patient improves, 

allergens can slowly be 

reintroduced and a stringent 

rotation diet can be followed. 

Some vitamins and minerals 

such as Magnesium and Calcium 

actually help reduce the severity 

of allergic reactions. Prohibit all 

types of animal products. 

2. Hydrotherapy 

For treating skin allergies, bathing in Epsom salt is 

one of the easiest ways to supplement the mineral. 

In a 2004, British study endorsed by the Epsom Salt 

Council, researchers from the University of 

Birmingham recruited 19 individuals to test the 

effectiveness of bathing in magnesium sulfate. 

For seven consecutive days, volunteers took a 12- 

minute bath in water that ranged from 122 degrees 

to 131 degrees Fahrenheit. Blood tests revealed that 

magnesium and sulfate levels increased significantly. 

If your skin allergy is only on your feet or hands, 

you can dissolve magnesium sulfate into a half-full 

bath and just soak the affected areas. 

For treating a skin allergy, soaking more than two 

or three times a day, may lead to excessive dryness. 

Pictures showing allergic reaction to 

Jewelry, belt and watch, respectively. 

nature cure 

3. Fasting Therapy 

Observing the vegan diet, some patients 

experience an improvement in the symptoms. 

The concentrations of lactoferrin in serum reflect 

the turnover and activity of neutrophil leukocytes. 

When this protein was initially increased it fell to 

normal values in most cases. 

The improvement or impairment of signs and 

symptoms was related to the 

lactoferrin levels in serum. 

4. Mud Therapy 

Dead Sea (DS) minerals have 

been used in a wide range of 

dermatological conditions, 

especially psoriasis, atopic 

dermatitis, vitiligo and eczema. 

5. Turmeric Bath 

Several herbs used as 

seasonings, including turmeric, red 

pepper, cloves, ginger, cumin, 

anise, fennel, basil, rosemary, 

garlic, pomegranate etc. can block 

nuclear factor-kappaB (NFêB) 

activation of inflammatory 

cytokines. 

Dermatitis an inflammatory 

disorder, should benefit from an anti-inflammatory 

diet, identification and elimination and/or rotation 

of allergenic foods and therapeutic fasting. 

Curcumin gel yielded 90-percent resolution of 

plaques in 50 percent of patients within 2-6 weeks; 

the remainder of the study subjects showed 50- to 

85-percent improvement. 

Curcumin was found to be twice as effective as 

calcipotriol cream (which generally takes three 

months to exert its full effect). 

The mechanism of curcumin is as a selective 

phosphorylase kinase inhibitor, thereby reducing 

inflammation. 

6. Psychologic corrections 

Determine if the patient has significant levels of 

anxiety, hostility or neurosis. If present, assist the 


nature cure 

shower natural products is a positive start; preferably 

hypoallergenic, free from fragrances and harsh 

chemicals such as Sodium Lauryl Sulphate. 

3. Water 

Water can be a big problem where Contact 

Dermatitis is concern. Tap water contains vast 

amounts of metals, minerals and harsh chemicals 

such as Chlorine, Fluorine and pesticides in order to 

kill off dangerous bacteria and microbes. 

Contact dermatitis usually clears up without 

complications in 2 or 3 weeks. However, it may return 

if the substance or material that caused it can not 

be noticed and avoided. It may also result in Bacterial 

skin infections, if not attended. 

P G Scholar 

SDM College of Naturopathy and Yogic Sciences, 

Ujire, 

Dakshin Kanada - 574240, 

Karnataka 

patient in resolving these problems or refer him or 

her to a counselor for more extensive assistance. 

l Stress affects the immune system and the body’s 

natural ability to heal itself. 

l Stress suppresses the immune system and this 

is why our skin reacts sympathetically to our 

emotions. 

l Stress should be managed by regular practice 

of Yoga. 

Precautions 

1. Avoid scratching 

Try not to pick and scratch your Contact Dermatitis, 

it will only delay the healing process. If you scratch in 

your sleep, try trimming your nails short and 

moisturizing well before bed - this should help to keep 

itching at bay. Consider changing to a natural 

moisturizer. 

2. Personal hygiene 

Finding a good quality range of bath, hair and 

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prevention through diet 

Dr. Kamal Patel 

Recent research has dramatically changed our 

opinion about the role of diet in both prevention and 

treatment of cancer. 

To Prevent Cancer 

1. Increase intake of citrus fruits and 

dark green or yellow vegetables 

for vitamin-C, Beta-Carotene, 

Bio-flavonoid and plant chemicals. 

2. Stop fatty foods which are high 

in saturated fats like fried items, 

dairy products, Non-Veg food etc. 

3. Stop food which may contain 

pesticide residues and 

environmental pollutants. 

It is becoming Increasingly clear that certain 

dietary elements help to promote the development 

and spread of malignancies (cancer), while others 

slow or block tumor growth. Around 30 to 35 percent 

of Cancers are found to be diet related. 

The anti – Cancer diet 

1. Enjoy plenty of vegetables and fruits 

There are lots of Bio-flavonoid and other dietary 

fibers, plant chemicals, folate and antioxidants, Betacarotene 

and vitamin C in vegetable and fruits. These 

are substances protect body cells by detoxifying 

carcinogens. Folate is crucial for normal DNA 

synthesis and repair. Its low levels are thought to 

make cells vulnerable to carcinogens. 

l A person should make habit of eating 3 

different colored vegetables and 2 different fruits 

daily, to prevent cancer. 



Best Cancer Fighting Food 

Food Items Active ingredients Use 

Tomato Lycopene Prostate Cancer 

Onion and Garlic Sulfur Strengthens immune 

system 

Apple, Berries and Flavanoids Antioxidant 

Citrus Fruits 

4. Say 'no' 

Alcohol consumption hinders the 

body’s ability to use Beta-Carotene, 

which has protective effect against 

cancers. So, heavy drinkers have 

associate risk of cancer of month, 

larynx and liver. Alcohol reduces the 

reserve of folate, thiamine, vitamin- 

B and selenium. 

Green Tea EGLG (Best Anti-cancer Reduce Cancer 

compound 

Smoking is the top most risk 

Wheat Bran, Wheat Selenium Powerful Cancer factor for cancer. It is strongly 

Germ, Brown Rice 

Fighter 

associated with lung cancer, food 

pipe, mouth and breast cancer. 

Relish All These 

Smoking depletes Vitamin-C and B- 

complex, Falate level which is linked 

Vitamin C Beta-Carotene Fibers Folate 

to increased risk of many cancers. 

Citrus fruits Carrot Corn Avocado 

Strawberries Sweet Potatoes Pears Spinach 

People who eat large amount of 

Mango Pumpkin Figs Green Leafy Veg 

smoked, pickled, cured, fried, 

charcoal-broiled and processed fast 

Guava Papaya Apple Orange 

foods have higher incidence of 

Papayas Broccoli Carrot Bean 

stomach and esophageal tumor. 

Cauliflower Apricots Sprouts Asparagus 

Smoking thing contains 

polyaromatic hydrocarbon; a 

l Dark Green, Yellow, Orange, Red pigmented 

known carcinogen. High quantity of 

fruits and vegetables are best to be choosen as 

anticancer diet. 

l Include Citrus fruit and Cruciferous Vegetables, 

eg: Cabbage, Cauliflower, Turnips etc. 

salt in pickle can injure the stomach mucosa and 

facilitate tumor formation. 

5. Eating when you have cancer 

Cancer patients may face problems like loss of 

appetite, nausea, and other eating problems. The 

2. Reduce your fat intake 

following tips work for many cancer patients. 

Numerous studies link a high fat diet and obesity 

with an increased risk of cancers such as colon, uterus, 

u Let someone else prepare food. Cooking odor 

prostate and skin. There should not be more than 

30 percent of total calorie intake from fat. It takes only 

may provoke nausea. Food that is served at room 

temperature or cold gives less odor than hot food. 

a few changes in the diet to reduce fat intake. eg: u Have food with others in pleasant social 

enjoy vegetarian diet, adopt low fat cooking methods 

like baking and steaming, limit use of added fats such 

atmosphere. Ask family members to bring homecooked 

food to hospital after a check by dietician. 

as butter, mayonnaise, oils etc. 

u To overcome nausea, try chewing on ice chips 

3. Eat more fiber 

Increased intake of fibers fastens the transit of 

or sucking on a ginger candy or lemon before eating 

food. 

waste through the colon and reduces the risk of bowel 

u Rest in sitting or upright position for half an hour 

cancer. A high fiber and low calorie diet reduces the 

after having food. Lying flat may trigger reflux, 

risk of cancers related to high body fat. 

nausea and vomiting. 

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when you are least likely to 

experience vomiting 

and nausea, i.e., early 

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foods in blender and moisten 

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u If Diarrhea is a problem while 

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product and other foods that can make it worse. 

Instead, eat bland, binding food such as rice, banana 

or cooked apples. 

Nature (body) is wise 

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dietary supplements, intravenous nutrition, or gastric 

tube was recommended to maintain nutrition, but 

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occurs in advanced stage of tumor may be an example 

of “Wisdom of body” as it attempts to starve the tumor. 

In some conditions, cachectic patients are allowed to 

do starving while doctors undertake aggressive 

therapy to destroy tumor. 

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high dose, sometimes without 

expert opinion. There is increased 

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vitamins A, C and E in the form 

of medicines. Unfortunately, 

this does not seems to protect 

body from cancer. When 

these all vitamins consumed 

in the form of fruits and 

vegetables, these do have 

an antioxidant effect, 

but when taken as 

supplements or 

medicine, these 

substances may have an 

adverse effect, which increase the 

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Director, 

National Institute of Naturopathy 

Bapu Bhavan, Tadiwala Road, 

PUNE 411 001. 


care with cure 

Palliation 

via Nature Cure! 

Photo Courtesy : www.freewebs.com 

Dr. Meghala Meckency 

Why Not? Natural therapies are often used in 

palliative care to provide comfort and relaxation. It 

assist our body to fight against disease and to help 

restore a healthy balance of body, mind and spirit, 

resulting in a feel of overall wellbeing. 

Palliation 

The word Palliation originates from Latin root – 

Palliate or 'Cloaked', i.e., mask a person’s pain. 

The alleviation of a disease’s symptoms without 

a cure can be termed as Palliare or Pallium. 

Palliation is any form of medical care or treatment 

that concentrates on reducing the severity of 

disease. Patients with terminal diseases need 

palliation. It’s a kind of cure that makes one feel 

better, even though it can not cure them. 

According to WHO, Palliative care is an approach 

that improves the quality of life of patients and their 

families facing the problem associated with life 

threatening illness , through the prevention and 

relief from suffering by means of early identification 

and impeccable assessment and treatment of pain 

and other problems. 

Scope of Pallition 

l Provided by a team of doctors, nurses, and other 

specialists who work together with patients and 

giving extra layer of support to patients. It provides 

relief from pain and other distressing symptoms like 

nausea, shortness of breathing etc. 

l Palliative care is applicable at any age and any 

stage of serious illness. 

l Provides symptomatic relief with curative 

treatment. 

l 

Affirms life and explain death as normal process. 

l Addresses the needs of the patient and their 

families. 

l Improves the quality of life for both the patients 

and the family. 

l Specialized medical care for the people who has 

serious illness. 

l Focus on providing relief from the pain and 

stress of a serious illness whatever the prognosis may 

be. 

l Offers a support system to help patients live as 

actively as possible until death. 

l Offers a support system to help the family cope 

up during the patient’s illness. 

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care with cure 

Palliative Medicine 

Medications and treatments that are said to have 

an effect to reduce symptoms without having a 

curative effect on the underlying disease or cause, is 

called as Palliative medicine. For example, treating 

nausea which is caused by chemotherapy. 

Palliative medicine is appropriate for patients in all 

disease stages, including those undergoing treatment 

for curable illness and those living with chronic diseases 

as well as patient who are nearing the end of life. 

Who Need Palliation 

The term 'Palliative Care' mainly is used for the 

disease like Cancer, Chronic progressive pulmonary 

disorders, Renal diseases, HIV/AIDS, Chronic heart failure, 

Progressive neurological conditions etc. 

The patients may get distress symptoms like, 

Pain, Shortness of breath, Fatigue, Nausea, Loss of 

appetite, Sleep disorders and others. 

Sometimes, the side effects & severity of chronic 

illness may trouble the patient and drop the level of 

enthusiasm in life. Palliative care specially through 

naturopathy & yoga and behavioral response is very 

much useful in such cases. 

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Naturopathy & Yoga in Palliation 

Through Naturopathy treatment, we can reduce the 

severity of chronic illness and the side effects of 

chemotherapy or any other treatment for chronic 

diseases. The goal of palliative care is to improve the 

quality of life with or without permanent cure. The 

common natural therapies are as follows : 

Diet &Fasting : Eat less, eat raw, eat simple and eat 

natural foods. Fresh fruits and vegetables are immune 

boosting and rejuvenating. Whole grains reduce the 

risk of type-2 diabetes. Fasting eliminates the metabolic 

toxic waste from the body. 

Cryotherapy : Hot and cold applications reduces 

the severity of pain. 

Acupunture & Acupressure : It increases the 

harmony of life and also gives symptometic relief in 

diseases. 

Yoga : Stretching and breathing exercises and 

pranayamas reduce the risk of shortness of breath during 

chemotherapy. Asanas and Meditations relax the body 

and mind. It gives physical, mental, moral and spiritual 

support to the patients. Behavioral treatments, such as 

relaxation techniques, MSRT, PET and DRT reduce the 

stress and strain due to chronic illness. 


traditional health 

Allopaths Fasted Their Diabetes 

Patients, A Hundred Years Ago! 

Late Dr. M. M. Bhamgara 

Of my two uncles who were 

from the medical field, one had 

gifted me a book titled The 

Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus, 

written by Elliott P. Joslin, M.D., who 

was a Professor of Medicine at the 

Harvard Medical School, as also a 

Consultant Physician in Boston City 

Hospital, about a hundred years ago. 

The book was published from 

Boston in 1916; in its preface, Dr. 

Joslin had stated that the book was 

a sort of detailed report of his 18 

years of practice as a diabetologist. 

It was one Dr. F. M. Allen Of the 

Rockefeller Institute for Medical 

Research who had introduced 

fasting and emphasized physical 

exercise in the treatment of 

diabetes in the 1890s; and Dr. Joslin 

had adopted Dr. Allen’s line of 

treatment in his own practice, with 

wonderful results to show to the 

medical world in the early 1900s. 

The 440-page book is highly 

technical, with numerous 

references from various medical 

journals, detailing case histories of 

glycosuria and hyperglycemia. 

Under “glycosuria” are descriptions 

of various types, such as alimentary, 

emotional, physiological and 

traumatic. 

In this article, I have simply 

culled some useful information for 

the diabetic patients as also for 

naturopaths treating them. Some 

suggestions by Dr. Joslin follow. 

(1) “A considerable number of 

my milder cases of diabetes, by 

giving up bread and bread 

preparations entirely, have been 

able to eat potatoes freely.” Of 

course, the much maligned 

vegetable was to be taken boiled, 

baked or steam cooked only never 

fried. Fried wafers, chips and 

The Greek philosophers 

Pluto and Socrates used to 

undertake 10-day fasts, 

once or twice a year. 

Pythagoras too advocated 

fasting; he had fasted for 

40 days before appearing 

for an important 

examination conducted by 

the Alexandria University. 

As a professor, he used to 

admit students only after 

they undertook a fast for 

a few days. 

“fingers” are forbidden to 

everybody, sick or well; in fact, no 

food should ever be fried. Only 

boiling, baking (without fats), and 

steaming are the conservative ways 

of cooking. Frying is the worst way 

of cooking any food item. Refined 

starch of bread and bakery products 

are totally prohibited to all 

diabetics, to all patients in general, 

and to every one of us in general. 

Refined starch includes polished 

rice as well. And what is true of 

refined starch is true of refined sugar 

too; the consumption of refined 

carbohydrates can cause many 

ailments, besides diabetes, such as 

dental decay, osteoporosis and 

obesity. According to Dr. John 

Yudkin, refined carbs can cause 

cardiac ailments also. 

(2) Almonds and walnuts, just 

five or six of either, chewed very 

thoroughly, can be of some good to 

the diabetic. The pentosan, 

galactan, and other hemicelluloses 

present in certain nuts are the types 

of carbs that do not readily form 

glucose or dextrose. 

(3) Dr. Joslin considers grapefruit 

the best fruit for diabetics, since it 

has only 5% sugar; pomelo, a little 

known fruit with the same 

percentage of sugar, is equally good; 

blueberries, strawberries and other 

sour fruits also are beneficial to the 

diabetic. In passing, a German 

diabetologist’s name can be 

mentioned here; Dr. Eugene Heun 

was a scientist who had his own 

research center for finding out 

which were the best fruits for the 

diabetics. Besides the aforesaid 

fruits, Dr. Heun considered apples, 

pears, plums, peaches, and cherries, 

as also the Indian gooseberry 

(Aamla), and all violet colored 

Indian fruits such as mulberry, 

Jamun and falsa to be the top grade 

phytonutrients that were 

hypoglycemics. Even mildly sweet 

melons were acceptable to him; 

only mangoes, custard apples, 

sapotas and very sweet types of 

bananas were proscribed by 

Dr. Heun. 

(4) For those patients who had 

the energy, Dr. Joslin used to 

prescribe camping trips, canoeing, 

mountain trailing and other 

physically demanding activities, 

which combined exercise with a 

change of atmosphere. He has 

noted in his book that such outings, 

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traditional health 

which combined physical exercise 

with mental relaxation, were 

excellent stress relievers, and their 

effect lasted for months in many 

cases. To quote his words, “It is only 

natural to conclude that if the 

muscles, in which is stored one-half 

of the carbohydrate in the body, are 

kept in good condition by training, 

a favorable effect must be 

exercised upon the general 

metabolism of carbohydrates. The 

man who, in middle life, gives up 

hard physical work and is promoted 

to an office chair, with increased 

mental worry, is exposed to 

diabetes.” 

(5) At one place, Dr. Joslin states, 

“I have gradually increased the 

exercise of all my patients, except 

those unduly weak ... The effect of 

this increase of exercise upon the 

well-being of fat diabetics has been 

pronounced, and it is striking how 

many miles a semi ill or an obese 

diabetic can learn to walk in just two 

weeks. The patients are encouraged 

to take their walks soon after their 

frugal meals and to go outdoors at 

least five times in a day. Even 

FASTING DIABETICS, as a rule, 

appear to do better when up and 

about the wards, few hours a day, 

than when in bed. Of course, caution 

is necessary in suggesting this plan 

to severe cases. But finally, it is 

astonishing how much exercise a 

diabetic in training can thrive on!” 

(6) Dr. Joslin had introduced in 

his hospital, didactic and practical 

instruction in preparation of each 

diabetic’s diet, individually. Almost 

like a naturopath, he says in his 

book, “In Hospitals There Should Be 

Daily Lessons ... The Patient Is At A 

School To Learn How To Save His Life 

... The patient has to learn lessons, 

and the sooner he learns, less need 

he will have to see the doctor ... Let 

The Patient Understand That He Is 

At A School Rather Than A Hospital.” 

(7) Dr. Joslin often employed so 

called Fasting for a minimum of 4 

days to a maximum of 9 days. The 

hospitalized patient was kept on 

water mostly, with just a cup of tea, 

coffee or meat-broth. The other 

regime employed successfully by 

this doctor was a diet consisting of 

leafy and other greens, tomatoes, 

celery, cucumber, cabbage, 

broccoli and other vegetables. He 

some times alternated this 

“vegetable day” with an OATMEAL 

DAY, in which the diabetic was given 

only 250 gm of oatmeal, and 

nothing else! 

In some cases he would 

prescribe potatoes with the leafy 

greens and tomatoes. Since there is 

only 100 gm of starch in as much as 

500 gm of potatoes, Dr. Joslin 

justified its use, preferring it to 

bread, which would have thrice as 

much starch, and that too of the 

deleterious refined type of starch. 

(8) Other interesting findings of 

Dr. Joslin are these: “Arteriosclerotic 

changes in the vessels of pancreas, 

liver and brain can lead to 

degeneration of these organs, 

which may lead to diabetes.” 

“Albuminuria is often observed in 

the diabetic, as also carbuncles and 

gangrene. All these complications 

can be avoided completely by right 

diet and exercise.” Walks, other leg 

movements to improve circulation 

in the lower extremities, and even 

climbing up and down stairs cause 

hyperemia in legs; calisthenics also 

were prescribed by Dr. Joslin to all 

patients who were able to move 

around. The doctor had found that 

the diabetics were mostly 

constipated; and he used to say, 

“Physical exercise is the best 

treatment for constipation.” He also 

used to say, “If the accustomed 

exercise is not taken, Eat Less.” And 

further, he used to affirm, “Patients 

must know that if exercise is 

lessened, food intake will also be 

lessened.” He advised five to six 

sessions of exercise not only to adult 

patients but also to children. And he 

fasted diabetic children too; Dr. 

Joslin’s observation was that “fasting 

is borne perfectly well for a few 

days, and with comparatively little 

complaint by children.” 

Conclusion 

What Dr. Allen and his disciple 

Dr. Joslin achieved in treating their 

diabetic patients by judicious 

fasting or vegetarian diets, besides 

mild to moderate exercises several 

times daily, is possible to achieve 

today, a century later, with equally 

successful results. Of course, they 

used drugs available at the time, but 

they prescribed and emphasized 

the vegetarian fare, fasting, and 

exercises more than they 

prescribed the drugs. Since the 

incidence of diabetes is increasing 

worldwide and India has more 

diabetics in the world than any 

other country should not our 

hospitals become health education 

centers in order to check the high 

morbidity and mortality of this killer 

disease? To reiterate Dr. Joslin’s 

words, “Let the patient understand 

that he is at a school, rather than a 

hospital. The patient is at a school 

to learn how to save his life.” We wish 

and pray our hospitals become 

Health Education Centers and not 

remain mere Disease Treatment 

Centers; for unless this happens, not 

only the incidence of diabetes, but 

the incidence of all major killer 

diseases, world wide, will continue 

to rise, unmanageably. May the 

doctors of all streams of medicine, 

as also all the other patients 

suffering from the worst of diseases, 

heed our appeal! 

[Note : This Article is a part of Book 

"The Human Body : Nature's Amazing 

Creation" by Late Dr. M. M. Bhamgara.] 


dossier 

NIN’s Multifaceted Services and 

Monthly Activities (June 2013) 

O.P.D. Clinic: NIN has an OPD clinic with free 

consultation services where various Naturopathy 

treatments are given to the patients at a subsidized 

rate i.e. Rs.350/- per week. Naturopathy treatment 

has become popular in Pune and NIN’s OPD is 

attracting large number of patients. Total 4804 

patients were treated during this month. 

Yoga Classes : NIN conducts 8 batches of yoga daily. 

Four classes in the morning including one batch at 

9 am exclusively for women, and four in the 

evening. 163 participants attended the Yoga 

Classes. 

Magazine: NIN publishes a bilingual magazine in 

Hindi & English “Nisargopachar Varta”. 55 

subscribers were added during this month. 

Health Shop : A Health Shop is run by NIN where 

Natural food & drinks and products free from 

chemicals and fertilizers are made available to the 

public. Also, books on Naturopathy, Yoga & other 

Health subjects and various instruments used in the 

treatment of Naturopathy are sold at subsidized 

rates. 

Weekly Lectures : NIN arranged 4 free guest 

lectures by eminent speakers on Saturdays on 

“Procedures and Benefits” of Naturopathy treatment 

in different common ailments. 

Monthly Workshop: NIN organizes one-day 

workshop with demonstration of procedures on 

different diseases for general public on the last 

Saturday of every month. This month NIN conducted 

the workshop on “Management of Hyper Tension & 

Hear Disease through Naturopathy and Yoga”. Total 

participants were 36. Each participant is charged 

Rs.70/-. Lunch with Natural food, Herbal tea and 

Lemon juice is provided to each participant. Copies 

of NIN’s magazine ‘Nisargopachar Varta’ and 

treatment equipment “Enema Can” to the needy 

are also distributed to the participants. 

Sanatorium for HIV+ve Patients: NIN is running 

a Sanatorium for HIV +ve Patients at ‘NIVANT’, 

Panchagani, Mahabaleshwar. 

Naturopathy Diet Centre: NIN is running a 

Naturopathy Diet Centre in its premises and 

providing diet facilities to the general public and 

patients who visit this institute. 

TATC Course : Seventy Three Students are 

undergoing 1 year Full Time Treatment Attendant 

Training Course (TATC) with a monthly stipend of 

Rs.3,000/-. 

House Surgeoncy : 2 BNYS internees of different 

colleges are undergoing training under 

Naturopathy & Yoga Internship Training Programme 

with a monthly Stipend of Rs.3500/-. 

Acupressure Clinic : Free Acupressure Treatment 

is being given to the patients, daily between 2 to 5 

p.m., six days a week. Total 196 patients are 

benefited during the month. 

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