Ayurveda,
the traditional Indian medicine was developed by ancient sages through keen
observation of life and functions. This system of medicine has prevailed for
the past 5000 years, visualises the universe as a constant play of energies
an imbalance of which induces disease and discomfort in the body. In this
system of medicine priority has always been on prescribing an appropriate
life-style blended to astrological, climate and geographical conditions.
Kerala has a rich tradition in Ayurveda and the people adhere to a strict
Ayurvedic life-style. Physicians classify a patients' health based on the
degree of imbalance of the three doshas namely Vata, Pitha and Kapha. Vata
is that which constitutes bodily movement and activity; Pitha, the entire
bio-chemical process operating in a body and Kapha is the entire physical
volume in living organisms. A disturbance in any of the three doshas results
in a particular disease and the treatment administered accordingly.
Treatments vary in duration and intensity. Treatment is either with
medicines or with oil baths and massages. Ayurveda recommends Panchakarma
processes of Vamana (emesis), Virechana (purgation), Vasti (enema),
Raktamoksham (bloodletting) and Naysa (nasal medication) for rejuvenating
the body and mind.
Kerala has a special type of Ayurvedic
treatment. Though the texts of lessons studied are the same the system of
treatment is entirely different and far more effective as well. These
special Kerala treatments include Pizhichil (oil bath), Ilakizhi (leaf
bundle massage), Navarkizhi (rice bundle massage) etc. which are widely and
effectively used in the rheumatic astringent, paralysis, facial palsy,
motorneuron disease, ankylosing spondylitis, acute infective polyneuritis,
various spinal problems, gastric or peptic ulcers etc.
Healthy
mind is seen only in a healthy body - ayurveda believes. Mental aberrations
can lead to ill health and vice versa. According to Ayurvedic Theory, no one
can cure mental diseases permanently but reassurances, consolation and
dietic treatment with the aid of drugs which have got soothing effect and
which will restore the mental equilibrium will help in correcting the
condition.
Ayurveda is not merely a collection of effective drugs,
herbs and remedies, but is essentially knowledge of the art and science of
living which man will need as long as there is life on this earth.
Kerala
Ayurveda tour packagesKerala
Ayurveda Tours India Places visited: Cochin, Alleppey,
Trivandrum, Kovalam, Kanyakumari, Cochin
Duration : 07 days
Day 01: Arrive by flight to Cochin. Transfer to Hotel
Casino. Afternoon city sightseeing - Dutch Palace, Synagogue Old Fort
Cochin, St Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets.
Day 02: Morning
sightseeing of Ernakulam, including the visit to Parishath Thamburan Museum
and the Museum of Kerala History of Edapally . Late evening attend a
preformance of Kathakali Dance.
Day 03: Drive to Alleppey
and board the houseboat. It will take you on a backwater cruise and back to
hotel for the night .
Day 04: Houseboat/ disembark from
the house boat and continue your drive to Trivandrum. Afternoon city tour -
Padmanabhaswamy Temple, Shri Chitra Art Gallery and Fort Area, continue your
drive to Kovalam and overnight at Ayurvedic Beach Resort.
Day
05 - 06: Day free for relaxation and optional Ayurvedic
Therapy/Yoga/Meditation. During your stay in Kovalam Beach you may take time
off to visit the Kalari Martial Arts Gymnasium in Trivandrum or take a full
day excursion to Kanyakumari.
Day 07: Leave for your final
departure.
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