Charaka – The Speciality Ayurveda

Traditional medicine has a holistic approach i.e., viewing man in his totality within a wide ecological spectrum and of emphasizing the viewpoint thatill-health or disease is brought about not only by the causative agent and of pathogenic evolution, but also by an imbalance or disequilibrium of man in his total ecological system. Ayurveda, the basic science of life is the knowledge that describes or indicates the four stages of life, the appropriate and inappropriate, happy and sorrowful conditions along with what is good and bad for longevity as well as measurement of life itself.

Ayurveda is completely based on the ‘Theory of Pancha mahabuta’ and aim for equilibrium between the influences of the five elements on the five senses of body. Panchakarma is a special offshoot of Ayurveda that deals with healing. In this system of medicine, to maintain positive health and to be free from any disease, the special line of treatment adopted right from good olden days, dates back to 5000 B.C., is Panchakarma therapy. It is designed to achieve the greater efficiency in treating a disease as well as of medicines and diet.

Panchakarmas are the therapeutic means of eliminating toxins from the body. It is a series of five therapies or steps that help in removing deep rooted impurities from the physiology while balancing the doshas- those humors or forces that govern all the biological function. These five basic cleansing procedures are named as “Shodhana chikitsa” One’s sexual functioning is not only an expression of reproductive capacity and gender identity but also serves a major role in cementing the emotional bond with the primary partner.

When this capacity is diminished or disrupted, the psychological implications can range from minor to catastrophic, depending on the individual history and situation. Therefore treatment of sexual dysfunction is imperative as it can have a profound effect on the well being of the individual. The branch of Ayurveda, which deals with the management of defective semen and spermatogenesis along with sexual potencification, is called as Vajikarana tantra (Aphrodisiac medicine).

The word ‘Impotency’ is heard in many areas at present day living style as a serious problem. In many occasions it is observed stress and strainful life in urban India are the causes for such condition to develop. Procreation and recreation are the two merits of Vajikarana Viz., gratification, positive sound health, progeny and instant pleasure. Vajikarana promotes the sexual capacity and performance; on the other hand it also improves the physical and psychological health of an individual and hence is helpful in preservation and promotion positive health.

Vajikarana makes one loving to the females, more power and sustenance in sex congress and amplifies physical strength, tissue nutrition and Ojas. By way of Vajikarana not only the person undergoing the therapy is benefited but also his grand grandsons are also empowered with the capacity of healthy procreation and generation. Therefore Vajikarana is a must for all those partners going to start the sexual life and who wishes to continue the sexual life in a better way.

In ancient days, it was a routine procedure to take some aphrodisiacs before undertaking sexual intercourse. The idea was to promote, in this way, the quantity and quality of semen along with the sexual enjoyment. Kaya Kalpa Chikitsa is a progeny of Ayurveda, a holistic approach to science of healing. Kaya Kalpa has derived its name from the Sanskrit terms ‘Kaya’ means ‘body’ and ‘Kalpa’ means ‘transformation’ or ‘transmutation’.

This secret healing technique is being used in India for thousands of years by religious healers to rejuvenate and give longevity to royalty and holy sages. Kaya Kalpa treatments reverse the effects of time and regenerate the entire body, mind and spirit. In the context of Ayurveda, inner and outer beauties are intimately related. The more we nurture ourselves, the more radiant we become physically and expressively- regardless of our particular body shape or proportions. Ayurveda understands beauty as being a product of general physical health and appropriate daily care. The emphasis is onself-knowledge and development of positive routines and habits that will bring out the best in each one.

Soundarya Vardhani has been traditionally used to enhance nourishment and cleansing of tissues which makes for a glowing complexion, maintain good tone and elasticity, melt away facial tension and bodily stress, redirect subtle energies relieving stiffness throughout the body, prevent sagging of the skin; reduce the appearance of wrinkles, remove toxins, revitalize tissues and correct skin conditions.