Practitioners draw from more than 20 types of treatment, but the most commonly prescribed include
Pranayama Breathing exercises. Practicing pranayama generates feelings of calmness.
Abhyanga Rubbing the skin with herbalized oil (usually sesame oil is the base) to increase blood circulation and draw toxins out of the body through the skin.
Rasayana Using mantras (repeated words or phrases) during meditation combined with specific herbs to rejuvenate a person.
Yoga Combining pranayama, movement, and meditation. Has been shown to improve circulation and digestion, and to reduce blood pressure, cholesterol levels, anxiety, and chronic pain.
Pancha karma Cleansing the body of toxins to purify the body and reduce cholesterol. Practitioners use methods to induce sweat, bowel movements, and even vomit in an effort to cleanse the body of toxins.
Herbal medicines Prescribing herbs to restore dosha balance.
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