Monsoon Ayurvedic treatments (karkidaka chikitsa) is a traditional practice in Kerala that has been practiced since long back. It is a unique aspect of Ayurveda. Treatment done in monsoon season is having great importance in healing the ailments and also considered as the ideal time for purification and rejuvenation.
It can help in strengthening the body, enhancing the immunity and maintaining the health. Ayurveda treatments Kerala during monsoon prevent various kinds of vata diseases, arthritis, gastric disturbances, asthma, diarrhoea, indigestion, and skin diseases etc.
Ayurvedic medicines and diet play an effective and vital role in controlling as well as treating monsoon disorders.
During monsoon we can adopt the following treatments along with special diet based on the condition of patient.
Abhyanga and swedana
Whole body Kerala ayurvedic massages with medicated oils followed by sudation therapy which improves the circulation along with lubrication and nourishment of body system.
Nasyam
Administration of medicated oils into the nostrils, which clears the channels above the chest and nourishes all the sense organs.
Vasti
Administration of medicated oil / decoctions through the rectum to balance the vitiated vata Dosha during monsoon.
Virechana
It is the purification procedure to balance the pitta dosha.
Pizhichil
It is one of the best nourishing treatment where the medicated oil pouring all over the body.
Shirodhara
Pouring medicated oil over forehead for a constant relaxation.
Special diet
Karkidaka kanji(medicated rice gruel)
It is a special diet during monsoon season prepared with njavara (medicinal rice) along with many herbal powders.
It is a healthy tonic to boost immune system, balance Dasha, improves stamina and energy and cures many diseases. You can also find here the detailed preparation of Karkidaka Kanji.
Also follow the diet which is more digestive and carminative. Ayurveda has designed karkidaka chikitsa to have clinical, mental, and physical benefits and also it is called as the month of rejuvenation of body and mind.
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