September 2009
Ayurveda
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Panchakarma – Ayurvedic Five Step Detox
March 8, 2010
By Monica Groover, PHD, CMT
Although, still in a nascent stage, Ayurveda Panchakarma Detoxification Therapies are gaining relevance, recognition, and popularity all over the world. Although, a panchakarma detox therapy can only be done properly under a supervision of an Ayurvedic Practitioner, some pre panchakarma preparation for your detox can be started at home, before, you check into your local Ayurveda center!
Udvartana means to elevate or to promote. In India, this treatment was done on brides before the wedding. Excellent for reducing edema, lymph drainage, rosacea, eczema, or any pitta skin conditions like adult acne..where ‘oil’ cannot be put on the body.