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Three stages of lifeAyurveda describes three phases: Kapha phase (age 0-20), when the body is growing and structuring. Pitta phase (age 20-60); a time for doing and achieving – building a career, raising a family, paying the mortgage. Vata phase (60-120); a time for being, for awakening within.

Transition times and imbalancesIn the same way that there are transition periods between the seasons, for example in Dec/Jan when Vata season is turning into Kapha season, there is a transition time between the stages of life. In the case of the transition to the Vata this can be up to ten years, starting at 50. During any transition, accumulated imbalances can manifest as health problems. For example, in Dec/Jan during the transition from Vata to Kapha season the body tends to be more prone to coughs and colds and flu. So, during transition from Pitta to Vata time of life it is advisable to pay attention to accumulated Vata imbalances to ensure the establishment of a balanced physiology for the coming period.

To balance Vata, do the oppositeThe qualities of vata are dry, cold, rough and irregular, and Vata imbalances can result in restlessness, an unsettled feeling, light interrupted sleep, a tendency to over-exert, fatigue, constipation, anxiety, worry, being underweight. To balance do the opposite: - take rest, be settled (meditation, meals in a settled atmosphere), - better sleep (regular early bedtime and waking time), - take it easy (no rushing, or being caught up in deadlines),- be regular in daily routine (meals on time, sitting after lunch, time to properly digest before eating again),- take Vata-balancing food (warm, moist, heavy, with Vata-balancing spices – tumeric, cumin, fenugreek, asafoetida)

Five subdoshas of VataThe five subdoshas of Vata – Prana, Udana, Samana, Apana, Vyana - operate in specific areas of the body. Prana Vata governs the head and its imbalance may result in respiratory disorders, cognitive problems, tension headaches, worry, anxiety, insomnia. Udana Vata governs tongue and throat and imbalance may lead to disorders of speech and throat, and fatigue. Too much talking, or strain, or overwork, exacerbate Udana Vata. To bring balance have an occasional quiet time. Samana Vata governs absorption and metabolism. Imbalance may result in weak or irregular digestion, anorexia, and bloating. Protect the digestive fire by being sensitive to when food is taken and ‘stoke’ the fire with spices, such as ginger with lemon and salt before the meal. Apana Vata governs elimination, and if out of balance you may experience constipation, diarrhoea, gas, lower back pain, PMS, or prostate problems. To keep the elimination moving well, use Triphala regularly, take stewed fruit with a little ghee and get a short walk or light exercise. Vyana Vata regulates circulation, so symptoms of imbalance can be high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, as well as nervous disorders. Recommendations to balance Vyana vata include regular oil massage, traveling comfortably (with your Vata Tea) and no rushing.

Blissful ageingBalance brings a feeling of joy, of youthfulness and of health, and Vata time of life is a time to be especially aware of what your body tells you. Vata is sensitive to change, and can quickly go out of balance, and come back to balance quickly. Tissues can be infiltrated by excess Vata, especially the Vata tissues – bone, marrow, reproductive fluid - and more so at the Vata time of life. Cracking nails, dry fragile hair and osteo problems can get hold. Recommended are foods nourishing for the bones and which keep Vata settled: hot milk and ghee, cooked dates, nuts and sesame seeds. About thirty minutes regular walk as exercise is very important: Vata types should do this three times a week; Pitta types five times a week and Kapha types seven times a week. After 50, if life is anything less than bubbling bliss, something needs doing to bring more balance. During Vata time of life rasayanas become more important (after 70 panchakarma is less important). Products for balance of:

Vata in general: Maharishi Amrit Kalash, Men’s Rasayana, Women’s Rasayana, Genitrac tabs (MA2) for vitality, Vata Tea, Churna, & Aroma Oil, Sesame oil, Rejuvenation Massage Oils for Men and for Women (especially for Vyana), Revitalising Skin Care Cream, Gandharva Music Prana: Peace of Mind tablets (MA1401), Peace of Mind Aroma Oil, Prana Balancing Aroma, Gandharva especially on Shehnai, Peace at Night tablets (MA107) Udana: Udana Balancing Aroma, Inhalation Oil (and Prana)Samana: Herbal Digest tablets (MA927), Aci-Balance tablets (MA575).Apana: Triphala with Rose (MA505), Apana Balance tablets (MA3347), Digest Mild tablets (MA593), Prostate Balance (MA1595), Apana Balance Aroma. Vyana: Healthy Hair and Nails tabs (MA953), Youthful Skin tabs (MA989), Healthy Scalp tabs (MA995).

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Bryan Irving writes a monthly Ayurveda enewsletter featuring health articles, lifestyle advice from an Ayurvedic doctor, profiles of Ayurveda herbal products, and important health news from around the world.
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Anti Aging Clinics in Dallas are among the most sophisticated in
the country, but they don’t know some of the basics. This article
discusses anti aging clinics Dallas and what they didn’t know.

I was looking for anti aging clinics, and found that Dallas
had some of the best ones, with the experts who were recognized
leaders in the country. You can find world class experts in nip and tucks,
and dermatologists with the latest to make your skin look wonderful.

Yet, when I inquired about some basic facts about anti aging,
I found some of the answers were lacking.

They didn’t discuss some new anti aging discoveries because
they were probably too new - and didn’t know that products
and innovations were already on the market.

What didn’t they know? Glutathione and DHA.

You see, these two little substances are among the most
powerful in the body.

DHA is part of Omega-3 oils, the essential one that is
used everywhere in the body. It’s function in the brain
has show to give a 3-10 point gain in IQ when proper
supplementation was given.

The other one is glutathione, the master antioxidant.
It’s the antioxidant that is used by every cell in the body,
to clean up the leftovers after a cell makes energy.

Sadly, our glutathione levels decline with age, and some
speculate it is one of the main reasons we age.

Fortunately, some new discoveries are letting people
restore their glutathione levels, so there is hope
we can now live to 160 in good health.

Jack Sinclair reveals the latest anti aging discoveries

in anti aging clinics dallas

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Who among us does not wish to grow old gracefully – with beautiful skin, strong muscles, and, most importantly, a healthy body? Cultures the world over each has their own secrets when it comes to staying young and vital. And the countless department store counters give credence to our quest as a society; displaying row upon row of anti-wrinkle cream, antiaging masks, and the like. Medically speaking, society pops all manner of pills in an effort to hold aging at bay. In all of the madness, it becomes easy to forget the very best antiaging secret – nature’s own.

Living a life of health – of treating our bodies with respect – is the antiaging secret that will far outlast all of those pills and creams. It is a matter of choices – integrated into our daily lives – that will determine our aging process. From the food we eat, to the activity we perform, to the sleep we get – it all works together to decide the path of our futures.

The first antiaging secret that holds by far the most power in determining how we age is diet. Research has shown time and time again that the foods we eat largely determine our body’s ability to fight disease and fight the aging process. A diet heavy in additives, preservatives, and saturated fat will work against our bodies and compromise the natural functions of our body. This can actually speed the process of aging.

Rather, eating a diet rich in vitamins and nutrients feeds the healthy cells of our bodies allowing them work at optimum efficiency. Nurtured by healthy nutrients and antioxidants these cells can keep disease at bay and allow our bodily systems to work efficiently even as we age.

These nutrients will also make themselves known on the outside of our bodies – in the form of glowing skin, shiny hair, and healthy nails and teeth. Drinking plenty of water will also feed healthy skin.

Additionally, exercise is another simple, yet effective, antiaging secret. Make an effort to combine cardiovascular work with strength training to keep muscles strong and to remain flexible throughout aging.

The best antiaging secret is that which works specifically for you. Integrate healthy eating, plenty of rest, consistent exercise, and enjoyable, stress-relieving activities into your life. Aging doesn’t have to leave you old and tired; there are choices!

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We know that goji berries contain antioxidants, vitamins and some good minerals, so why not have some goji berries with that beer? It could maybe even help you life longer.

A Fort Collins, Colorado-based brewer, New Belgium Brewing can give you just that. It’s called Springboard Ale, and in addition to goji berries, it has schisandra, a Chines medicinal herb and wormwood, a spice that’s said to help with digestion.

But fear not, Spring also has your typical beer ingredients, including plenty of Mt. Hood hops.

What can you do if beer isn’t your thing – even if it does include goji berries?? When it comes to life extension — a fancy way of saying you’d life to live longer — there is just a huge number of healthy drinks available today. In fact, there are so many from which to choose, it can be downright confusing. You can choose from from glacier water, flavored water, water with minerals, drinks with herbs, juices with minerals, green tea, tea with flavoring, water that can energize you, and so on and so on.

Eight glasses of water a day?

The idea behind many of the water drinks is that if you’re a typical American, you’re not drinking enough water. So, if the water is made more appealing – through flavoring – you’ll drink more.

For example, if you’re trying to drink eight glasses of water a day, like those commercials advise, you can be sure that flavoring will help as will extra minerals or vitamins.

The one thing to be careful of in choosing a healthy drink is calorie content. Some of these drinks contain as much as 250 to 375 calories. So, if you’re tying o lose or control weight, these drinks may actually be counter-productive.

On the other hand, if weight isn’t a problem, you can always enjoy nice “healthy” beer with your dinner, maybe one with goji berries.

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One thing I never thought much about was anti aging skin care products. I saw the commercials on television and they held no interest for me. Now that I am getting older, this is suddenly something that is on my mind. I look young for my age, and I do not really have a problem with lines or wrinkles as of yet, but is it not the best defense a good offense? If I can find something that works well now, perhaps I can keep those sorts of things at bay a little longer rather than trying to deal with them as they pop up.

There are a ton of anti aging skin care products out there, and that is a huge problem. You never know what will work and what will not work. No one wants to spend a lot of money on something only to find out it does not do any good. Though you will always need a good moisturizer, and that is one of the key anti aging skin care products, there is so much more out there. There are many things that make many claims, but how do you know what works and what is a waste? You do not. Sometimes, it is a matter of trial and error.

The best testimonials for anti aging skin care products are ones that come from real people. Do not make the mistake of believing what some celebrity on a commercial says. They are getting paid to say that, and they may not even use any of the anti aging skin care products that they are talking about. Some might, but I would bet a majority of them do not. You want to hear from real people who have really used these things, and have used them for a while. Do not believe what someone in a commercial, famous or not, has to tell you. You want to talk to real people.

Your best bet is to find a source for reviews of anti aging skin care products online somewhere. I wish there were more of these sites online. Though you may not be able to tell if all of the testimonials are real, as long as that site is not connected with those who produce the anti aging skin care products, you can relax and be assured that you are hearing from real folks. You can tell by how the person speaks and writes. After a while you know the difference between public relations writing and how really people talk about products.

Katarina Bader helps ordinary people become educated. She is a passionate advocate of education for children. Her work with adults has clearly shown that a foundation of education at an early age contributes significantly to one’s overall confidence and full-self expression later in life. http://zdravlje.blogspot.com