Everything you Need to Know About Ayurvedic Detox
Ayurveda is an alternative medicine system going back thousands of years, with its origins in ancient India. It focuses on natural, holistic healing and is widely regarded as the oldest treatment science in the world. Ayurvedic detox has also gained immense popularity due to its effectiveness in reducing the levels of toxins in the human body. It follows the principles of Vedic medicine to heal in a way that leaves one rejuvenated and full of vitality.
Ayurvedic medicine is mainly centered around the concept of three 'doshas' or humors, namely Pitta, Vata, and Kapha. Based on its fundamentals, most illnesses and diseases are a result of the three doshas being out of balance. Through tried-and-tested detoxification treatments, thousands around the world are healing up from serious ailments. Ayurvedic detoxification methods can have life-changing benefits for people across ages.
Valuable Insights about Ayurvedic Detox
Ayurveda divides the world into multiple elements i.e. Vayu, Prithvi, Aakash, Teja, and Jala. These represent air, earth, fire, space, and water, respectively. The science states that the humors or ‘doshas’ of an individual are combinations of the above-mentioned elements (Vata is made of air and space, Pitta of fire and water and Kapha of water and earth). The toxification of an individual’s body can lead to a host of unwanted issues and conditions like skin problems, chronic fatigue, anxiety, diarrhea, arthritis, constipation, UTIs (urinary tract infections), and asthma. The main objective of Ayurveda medicine specialists is to help those affected by such conditions to experience the benefits of powerful and natural remedies. Take a look at some of the key practices below.
Key Practices of Ayurvedic Detoxification Treatments
Panchakarma - The detoxification process of Panchakarma is one of the most important procedures recommended by experienced Ayurvedic practitioners to eliminate accumulated impurities from the mind and body. It is divided into three main phases known as Purvakarma, Panchakarma and Paschatkarma. The first phase of Purvakarma employs methods such as steaming, warm oil treatment, and oil massage to assist in loosening and lubricating waste products (ama) from bodily tissues in preparation for their removal. Panchakarma, the second phase, consists of five detoxification processes named virechan (emesis), vaman (purgation), basti (enemas), rakta moksha (blood-letting) and nasya (nasal administration of medicated oil). All of these aim to purify the elements of one’s body by removing toxicity, however, not all clients with receive all 5 panchakarma treatments. Each one serves to expel different imbalances. Therefore, recommended procedures will be based on an individual’s specific doshic vitiations. The third and final stage, Paschatkarma, consists of individualized rejuvenation therapies which may include recommended herbs, diet, and lifestyle changes that help restore and replenish the bodies’ digestive fire and bodily tissues. A panchakarma is one of the superior ways to treat imbalances and heal from within.
Dietary changes – A simple Ayurvedic detox can be done with dietary changes. An Ayurvedic detox will always involve the reduction of the consumption of foods that are ama-producing. Ama is translated as undigested food waste and can accumulate in the system via incorrect food choices, poor dietary habits and a compromised digestive fire. It’s best to choose warm, light, cooked, fresh and easily digestible food during a cleanse. Often times a kitchari cleanse is recommended. Kitchari is a dish consisting of mung dal, white basmati rice and spices according to your constitution. A mono-diet of kitchari is ideal for cleansing because kitchari is tridoshic, meaning it is beneficial in balancing all three doshas. It is also extremely easy to digest, it’s a complete protein, and due to its inherent loosening and scraping properties, removes ama from the system. Ayurveda supplements may also be recommended to enhance outcome
Purifying massage (Abhyanga)- Frequent massages with warm oils containing herbs help to combat lymphatic issues, remove toxins, curb early aging, calm the nervous system and also enhance skin health. Yoga is also recommended alongside massages, which should all be done under the supervision of trained Ayurveda treatment professionals.
Meditation - Meditation is a crucial step in detoxification. It involves several practices such as breathing exercises, meditation, and mindfulness tactics. All of these lead to reduced stress and anxiety levels, which results in better healing. It is often said in Ayurveda, that all disease starts in the mind; if we are able to heal our minds, our bodies will follow suit.
There are so many ways to detoxify through Ayurvedic methods. At Susama Ayurveda, we will recommend and provide an individualized Ayurvedic cleanse with specific therapies according to your imbalances to launch you into a new level of health you never knew possible. Get in touch with us today to gain further insight and avail these treatments! Susama Ayurveda is located in West Palm Beach, FL and is seeing clients online as well.
