- Dr. Dhananjay Arankalle

Consultant (Tech.),

National Institute of Naturopathy

(Dept. of AYUSH, Ministry of H & FW, Govt. of

India)

MANAGEMENT OF COMMON

DISORDERS

OVERVIEW (45 mins)

Theory of Toxemia, Self-healing capacity, and

Vitality

Concept of Panchamahabhutas

Treatments in Naturopathy

Management of:

• Indigestion/Hyperacidity/Constipation

• Musculoskeletal Disorders (Back pain, Joint Pain)

• Lifestyle Disorders (Obesity, Hypertension,

Diabetes)

• Rehabilitation (Cardic, Diabetes, Post-stroke)

General Diet

Preventive Naturopathy (Panchatantra Principles)

Refresh Concept of Naturopathy

Theory of Self-healing Capacity of the Human

Body

• Why GH? In infants/children and adults?

• What stimulates GH? A: Exercise, Nutrition,

Rest (Sleep)

• What inhibits GH? A: Free fatty acids,

hyperglycemia (high blood sugar, stress-

physical and mental)

• Other reflexes – cough, sneezing etc.

Contd…

Theory of Toxemia

Eg.: Brushing – Bacteria – Bacteremia – Organ –

Symptoms (fever, rigors, diarrhea etc.)

Theory of Vitality

Genetic make-up

PANCHAMAHABHUT

AS

solid structure of body - bones, teeth,

flesh, hair

functioning of enzymes - intelligence,

digestive system, metabolism

muscular movement

spaces within the body - mouth,

nostrils, abdomen

body fluids - plasma, saliva,

digestive juices

Prithvi

( )

- Increases firmness & strength of the body

- Acts as a nutrient ( ), emollient ( ) and

purgative ( )

Agni

( )

- Yellow Baby ( )- Vitamin D, Ca Metabolism – Blood and bone Osteomalacia- Relief in Asthma- Skin Diseases- Infections - Fungus- Helps in digestion, maturation, improves eye sight

Jal

( )

- Drinking of water

- Physiological effects on Circulation

- Effect on Nerves (Eg.: unconscious man)

Vayu

( )

- Lungs - Master of your body

- Physiology of Breathing

- Residual Lung Capacity

Aakash

( )

- Creates natural void in the body - Produces softness, lightness and

porosity ( / )

TREATMENTS IN

NATUROPATHY

Aakash FASTING (Therapeutic)

Jal HYDROTHERAPY

Prithvi MUD (& Magnets?)

Agni SUNLIGHT

Vayu PRANAYAM

(Breathing)

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HYDROTHERAPY

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MUD APPLICATIONS

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AROMATIC MASSAGE

MANAGEMENT OF

COMMON DISORDERS

FASTING ! Studies on tens of thousands of patients suggest that

fasting (and drinking only water) help eliminate avariety of diseases, and to maintain health afterwards(as long as the patient followed Natural Hygiene).

21st century studies show that fasting helps eliminatehypertension. Natural Hygienist doctors such as JoelFuhrman continue to use this method.

Improvement in insulin and blood sugar control,neuronal resistance to injury, and general healthindicators.

Alternate-day calorie restriction may prolonglifespan and attenuate diseases associated withinflammation, oxidative stress and aging.

Also part of detoxification or cleansing diets.

Fasting will:

Rest the digestive system.

Allow for cleansing and detoxification of the body.

Create a break in eating patterns, while shining a

spotlight on them.

Promote greater mental clarity.

Cleanse and heal "stuck" emotional patterns.

Lead to a feeling of physical lightness, increasing

energy level.

Promote an inner stillness, enhancing spiritual

connection.

Indigestion / Hyperacidity /

Const. ENEMA

Early morning, empty stomach – fruit / veg. juice instead of tea/coffee.

Avoid Tamasik dominated food

Cold water Hip baths for 10 mins on empty stomach

Mud application /cold pack to stomach

Kriyas in Yoga

15 – 20 mins of Cardio daily!

Fiber rich food!

AVOIDING of generally tasty, but unhealthy food

MSD – BACK PAIN, JOINT PAIN Fasting & Detox – 24 hours? Permanent relief.

Managing symptoms:

Til oil (can add camphor) heat a little and apply

every night.

Massage & Exercise – ONLY professional !!

Physiotherapy

Mustard packs, mud applications, alternate hot and

cold packs

Spinal spray, steam bath, underwater massage

(jacuzzi) etc.

Flaxseeds (Alsi), Fruits, Vegetables

LOTS of water and fluids!

REST ! ! (Remember GH?)

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LIFEESTYLE DISORDERS

INDIA Diabetes capital of world

Hypertension, Obesity & Heart disease

Average Indian waist-size increased by 2” in last

3 decades!

HTN 1970 : 04 - 06%

2008 : 30 - 40% !!!

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WHY??

Sedentary lifestyle

Increased consumption of fatty food

Alcohol

Depression

Stress

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IMPORTANT MARKERS

BMI

BMI = w (kg) / h (m2)

(17 – 24 ideal)

[ Eg.: 80kg / 1.7x1.7 = 27.7 ]

WAIST-HIP RATIO

W = >0.8 & M = >1 (high risk)

[Eg.: Hip-36” & Waist-38”; Ratio=1.06]

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COMPLICATIONS - DM

(MICRO)ANGIOPATHY

Retinopathy blindness

Neuropathy ‘glove & stocking’ distribution;

diabetic foot; diabetic amyotrophy

Nephropathy CRF

Cardiomyopathy MI

MACROvascular: CAD, Stroke, PVD etc…

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COMPLICATIONS - OBESITY

Increased risk of heart diseases,hypertension, diabetes, gallstones, cancerand arthritis. Women PCOD…

Obesity predisposes to levels of HDL (goodcholesterol) and to levels of LDL (badcholesterol), and triglycerides, increase inglucose and insulin in blood following anoral glucose load (insulin resistance).

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COMPLICATIONS - HTN

CVAs or strokes

MI (heart attack)

Cardiomyopathy (heart failure due to chronically high blood pressure)

Retinopathy – damage to the retina

Nephropathy – CRF due to chronically high BP

Encephalopathy – confusion, headache, convulsion due to vasogenic edema in braindue to high BP.

SOLUTION

Only Exercise and DIET !!

Following would help in mobilizing fat and

increasing BMR:

Hydrotherapy

Massage

Steam / Sauna

Mud applications

Enema & Fasting (*under supervision)

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DIET

CLASSIFICATION OF FOOD:

ENERGY YIELDING

BODY BUILDING

PROTECTIVE

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ENERGY RICH FOODS

Major Nutrition Other Nutrition

Carbohydrates and fats

Whole grain cereals,

millets

Protein, fibre, minerals,

calcium, iron, B-

complex, vitamins

Vegetable oils, ghee,

butter

Fat soluble vitamins,

essential fatty acids

Nuts and oilseeds Proteins, vitamins /

minerals

Sugars Nil

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BODY BUILDING FOODS

Major Nutrition Other Nutrition

Proteins

Pulses, nuts, & oilseeds B-complex, vitamins,

invisible fat, fibre

Milk and milk products Calcium, vitamin A,

riboflavin, vitamin B12

Meat, fish, poultry

veg subs

B-complex, vitamins,

iron, iodine

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PROTECTIVE FOODS

Major Nutrition Other Nutrition

Vitamins and minerals

Green leafy vegetables Antioxidants, fibre and

other carotenoids

Other vegetables/fruits Fibre, sugar, and

antioxidants

Milk and milk products Protein and fat

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300 TO 400 Gms CEREALS

LIKE RICE, WHEAT, RAGI, JOWAR

300 TO 400 Gms

OF

VEGETABLES

100 Gms

FRUITS

300 ML

MILK & MP

60 gms

PULSES

10-15 gms

FATS & OILS

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TAMAS - GROSSEST, LETHARGIC

RAJAS - DYNAMIC, RUSHY

SATTVA - MATURE, COMPOSED

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BITTER SOUR

SALINE STEAMING HOT

PUNGENT DRY

BURNING

Burning hot tea, coffee, salty food, cola,

etc…

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1. OLD FOOD: canned, stored food

2. DEVOID OF TASTE AND ESSENSE: old rotis, putrified rice

3. FOUL SMELLING STINKING FOOD: Sea food, Non-veg…

4. STALE FOOD: fermented drinks

5. LEFT OVER: refuse, leftover food

6. IMPURE FOOD: filthy food, not suited for humans

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FULL OF VITALITY PURITY

STRENGTH STAMINA

HEALTH

HAPPINESS

CHEERFULNESS GOOD

APPETITE

LIKABLEKhichadi, whole grains, vegetables,

fruits etc…

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PER HOUR

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YOGA

YUJYATE ANENA ITI

YOGAH

Small Individual Personality

To All Pervasive Cosmic

Personality

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MANAH PRASAMANA UPAYAH YOGAH – Vasista

YOGA IS THE SKILL

TO CALM DOWN THE MIND

YOGAYOGAH CITTAVRTTI NIRODHAH

YOGA IS TO GAIN MASTERY OVER THE MIND

PATANJALI(900 BC)

TAKE HOME MESSAGE

Panchatantras:

1. Fast once a week

2. Eat 2 meals a day !

3. Exercise regularly

4. Drink at least 8- 10 glasses of water

daily

5. Give time for yourself daily!

(Introspection disconnection)

QUESTIONS?

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“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest her or his patients in the care of the human frame, in a proper diet, and in

the cause and prevention of disease.”

-Thomas A. Edison