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The healthiest way to start a day is to wake up before sunrise. At that time, the atmosphere will be full of energy and the person who wake up at that time will also gain that energy. Just for a moment think of your body condition and start the day. |
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It is a good practice to have an urge for excretion in the morning hours. According to Ayurveda one should not suppress or force the natural urges, which if done would lead to various diseases. CARE OF TEETH AND GUMS In Ayurveda, it is advised that tree twigs of astringent, pungent and bitter tastes are used for brushing the teeth. The twigs should be made into a toothbrush by crushing its end. Instead of the twigs now-a-days herbal tooth powders which contain various herbs good for the teeth and gums are used. This can be mixed with water or honey to make a paste for brushing. After that scrape your tongue with a scrapper which is not sharp and gargle your mouth with plenty of water to remove debris and bad taste in the mouth. CARE OF EYES AND FACE Wash your eyes and face with plenty of water or a decoction made of Trhiphala. With a mouth full of water splash water on the eyes, which will give you a fresh feeling. |
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You will get your first dose of the medicine at 6 O' Clock every morning. If you had good sleep on the previous night, you should not sleep after drinking the medicine. Otherwise you can sleep for a while after taking the medication. EXERCISE You should take a walk or do exercises according to the strength of your body. While walking you should be properly clothed. Cotton clothing would be the best to use. There are some exercising equipment available at Rajah Islands. You could make use of these equipment after consulting with the doctor. |
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After doctor's consultation initially you will be meeting the dietitian. You can discuss with him or her about your usual diet, likes and dislikes about food etc. The dietitian will prepare a diet chart considering your disease, bodily requirements and the season also. You should eat properly according to your digestion. You may have your breakfast according to the diet chart when you are hungry. You should eat one hour before treatment or 30 minutes after treatment. You will be told about the treatment time well in advance so that you can decide on the time to eat accordingly. MORNING TREATMENT The morning treatment will be a major treatment which will be a massage or dhara etc. One of the doctors accompanied by the treatment staff would be available at the treatment rooms for this treatment. Male patients are treated by mail staff and female patients will be treated by female staff. You will be briefed about the treatments before it begins. All major treatments other than enemas will be of a duration of about 45 minutes. After treatment you will be given a hot water bath using a herbal powder mixed with egg white as a scrub. The patient should not have a head bath before this treatment in the morning. REST After the treatment and bath the patient should dress properly and sit or lie down comfortably as a period of rest. Afterwards you could sit outside listening to soft music or reading. There is a small library at the center which could be made use of. DRINKING WATER For drinking you will be supplied with herbal water which is good for improving digestion and to purify blood. |
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You could have lunch between 12.30 PM and 2 PM. If you feel tired after lunch you could take rest but you should not sleep. Sleeping in the day time is not good during treatments. You could otherwise take a nap sitting in a chair. AFTERNOON TREATMENT The minor treatment session in the afternoon will usually be between 3 PM and 4.30 PM. The duration will vary according to the treatment. YOGA There will be Yoga sessions in the morning each day. If your conditions allow, you could join for Yoga classes. An instructor will explain about yoga and help you to do the exercises that are beneficial for your disease and body strength. DINNER You could have dinner between 6.30 PM and 8.30 PM. The dinner should be lite. BED TIME You should go to bed between 9 PM and 9.30 PM. You should not sleep soon after dinner. Take medications if any and think of the day passed and your condition. After that you should go to sleep. It is better to sleep on the left side for proper digestion and breathing. SOME GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO THE PATIENT
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