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Pancha Karma Cleansing and Rejuvenation – Ayurveda’s Complete Healing Process

Saturday, August 8th, 2009

By
Megan Darwin

Perfect health, vitality, and immortality have been human aspirations since the beginning of civilization. Ancient peoples from all corners of the globe have developed distinct systems for health and healing in an effort to prolong life and maximize wellness. Even today, in our modern American society, scientists and doctors work non-stop researching the human body, searching for ways to diminish suffering and disease. Universally, we all want to live as full and comfortable a life as possible. The trouble is, despite the leaps and bounds that have been made in modern medical research, disease and suffering are still prevalent, and appear to be increasing on a scale inconsistent with our advanced knowledge and medical developments. How can this be? The simple answer to this conundrum lies in the very core of our modern mind. The scientific approach to health lacks the fundamentals of overall well-being, which cannot be achieved with out its three primary roots: body, mind AND Spirit. Without harmony flowing in and between these essential elements of an individual, perfect health is simply not possible. This is precisely why the ancient healing system of Ayurveda has endured the 5,000 plus years of its existence. Within this sacred science there exists a detailed process for complete detoxification and rejuvenation for body, mind and Spirit, opening the door for anyone and everyone to manifest their maximum potential. This process is called Pancha Karma. (more…)

INVEST IN YOUR HEALTH

Sunday, February 22nd, 2009

By Ragaia Belovarac and Megan Darwin

Like a familiar friend returning for an anticipated and special visit, it is upon us – the inevitable re-emergence of Spring. It has been a long and arduous transition for many of us, and not just in regards to the wacky winter weather. The stress and instability of the economy, demands in the workplace, increased stress at home… the list could go on and on. This physical and mental stress accumulates during the Winter months, a time when our bodies are meant to rest, repair and rejuvenate for the upcoming year. If you’re like most people, you may find yourself feeling quite drained and exhausted from the demands of the previous year, not to mention the holidays… When is there time to re-boot for the new year? Are we truly meant to “power through,” meeting this year’s challenges with a body and mind that is heavy and sluggish with last year’s weight? (more…)