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Marjari asana (Cat Stretch Pose)
If you have observed cats stretching themselves after a nap, you would know why this asana is named so. This asana is actually a combination of two poses, one flowing into the other. It is as simple as it looks but much more beneficial than it seems.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
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Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
This asana is not very difficult and even beginners who have practiced some basic back bend asanas can practice this. It stretches the whole body and is extremely beneficial. However, it should be practiced with caution by beginners as well as advance practitioners as it could cause major injuries.
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Dhanurasana (Bow Pose)
This asana is not very difficult and even beginners who have practiced some basic back bend asanas can practice this. It stretches the whole body and is extremely beneficial. However, it should be practiced with caution by beginners as well as advance practitioners as it could cause major injuries.
Janu Shirshasana (Head to Knee)
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Janu Shirshasana (Head to Knee)
In Sanskrit "Janu" means "knee" and "Shirash" means "head". In this basic yogic posture one leg is folded at the knee and the other is stretched out. The head rests on the knee of the stretched leg, hence the name. Among its many benefits are stretching and opening the back and hamstrings, and improving flexibility.
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Janu Shirshasana (Head to Knee)
In Sanskrit "Janu" means "knee" and "Shirash" means "head". In this basic yogic posture one leg is folded at the knee and the other is stretched out. The head rests on the knee of the stretched leg, hence the name. Among its many benefits are stretching and opening the back and hamstrings, and improving flexibility.
Makarasana (The Crocodile Pose)
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Makarasana (The Crocodile Pose)
One of the easy asanas, Makarasana is a relaxation pose. ’Makara’ in Sanskrit means ’Crocodile’. In this pose body resembles the shape of a ’crocodile’, hence it is known as Makarasana. This is practiced in between asanas to release the strain caused by other asanas.
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Makarasana (The Crocodile Pose)
One of the easy asanas, Makarasana is a relaxation pose. ’Makara’ in Sanskrit means ’Crocodile’. In this pose body resembles the shape of a ’crocodile’, hence it is known as Makarasana. This is practiced in between asanas to release the strain caused by other asanas.
Shavasana (The Corpse Pose)
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Shavasana (The Corpse Pose)
Shavasan is one of the most important asanas. It looks very simple to do and it’s indeed very easy to get into this pose physically – but unless you quieten your mind and keep it from wandering, you are not really practicing this asana.
This deceptively simple pose is the best asana to relieve stress and anxiety, promote calmness of the mind, and to relax and refresh the body and the mind. It is also known as the Sponge Pose.
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Shavasana (The Corpse Pose)
Shavasan is one of the most important asanas. It looks very simple to do and it’s indeed very easy to get into this pose physically – but unless you quieten your mind and keep it from wandering, you are not really practicing this asana.
This deceptively simple pose is the best asana to relieve stress and anxiety, promote calmness of the mind, and to relax and refresh the body and the mind. It is also known as the Sponge Pose.
Supta Vajrasana (Backward Bend Pose/The Reclining Vajrasana)
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Supta Vajrasana (Backward Bend Pose/The Reclining Vajrasana)
Supta-Vajrasana is a further development of Vajrasana. "Supta" means "asleep" in Sanskrit. In this asana we lie on our back with folded legs, hence, it is called Supta-Vajrasana.
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Supta Vajrasana (Backward Bend Pose/The Reclining Vajrasana)
Supta-Vajrasana is a further development of Vajrasana. "Supta" means "asleep" in Sanskrit. In this asana we lie on our back with folded legs, hence, it is called Supta-Vajrasana.
Vajrasana (Diamond Pose)
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Vajrasana (Diamond Pose)
’Vajra’ means diamond. The body is solid like a diamond in this basic posture, which is a preparatory pose for many other asanas and a posture for practicing pranayaama and meditation.
Yoga
Vajrasana (Diamond Pose)
’Vajra’ means diamond. The body is solid like a diamond in this basic posture, which is a preparatory pose for many other asanas and a posture for practicing pranayaama and meditation.
Uttanasana (Forward Bend Pose)
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Uttanasana (Forward Bend Pose)
Uttanasana is a basic standing pose. This posture produces a stretch in the legs and spine. An asana by itself, it is often practiced during the practice of standing poses as a resting or transitory pose because of its recuperative nature. It is one of the twelve asanas that form part of Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) asana chain.
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Uttanasana (Forward Bend Pose)
Uttanasana is a basic standing pose. This posture produces a stretch in the legs and spine. An asana by itself, it is often practiced during the practice of standing poses as a resting or transitory pose because of its recuperative nature. It is one of the twelve asanas that form part of Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation) asana chain.
Yoga-For Holistic Healing
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Alternative Therapy
The word "Yoga" is derived from the Sanskrit word "yuj" which means "to unite or integrate." Yoga is about the union of a person’s own consciousness and the universal consciousness. Ancient Yogis had a belief that in order for man to be in harmony with himself and his environment, he has to integrate the body, the mind, and the spirit.
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The word "Yoga" is derived from the Sanskrit word "yuj" which means "to unite or integrate." Yoga is about the union of a person’s own consciousness and the universal consciousness. Ancient Yogis had a belief that in order for man to be in harmony with himself and his environment, he has to integrate the body, the mind, and the spirit.
Virabhadrasana - I (Warrior Pose - I)
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Virabhadrasana -I is the pose of a warrior holding a sword above the head. This asana is suitable for beginners as well as advance yoga practitioners. However, caution is important as loosing balance can cause injury.
Yoga
Virabhadrasana -I is the pose of a warrior holding a sword above the head. This asana is suitable for beginners as well as advance yoga practitioners. However, caution is important as loosing balance can cause injury.
Shed Those Extra Pounds with Yoga
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If you are overweight and cannot or do not want to do vigorous exercise or hit the gym, yoga is your best bet. Not only will it help you shed those extra pounds but also offer many other health benefits.
The problem of obesity has both physical and psychological aspects; yoga works two ways in solving the problem.
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If you are overweight and cannot or do not want to do vigorous exercise or hit the gym, yoga is your best bet. Not only will it help you shed those extra pounds but also offer many other health benefits.
The problem of obesity has both physical and psychological aspects; yoga works two ways in solving the problem.
Leaner, Longer and Stronger
Healthy Living — Physical Activity
Humera Sayeed
Often described as an intelligent and precise approach to exercise, Pilates continues to gain popularity worldwide.
Introduced to North America in the early 1920s by Joseph Pilates, the exercise method focuses on lengthening and strengthening the muscles by creating a union between mind and body. It helps people of all ages stay fit, increase flexibility, improve posture and get rid of back pain.
Humera Sayeed
Often described as an intelligent and precise approach to exercise, Pilates continues to gain popularity worldwide.
Introduced to North America in the early 1920s by Joseph Pilates, the exercise method focuses on lengthening and strengthening the muscles by creating a union between mind and body. It helps people of all ages stay fit, increase flexibility, improve posture and get rid of back pain.
Find a Naturopathic Doctor
Naturopathy
Alternative Medicine
If you long for a doctor who uses natural therapies to keep you healthy and tends to minor medical conditions, consider a naturopathic doctor (ND). Like MDs, many of these healers diagnose and treat health problems, draw blood, order lab tests, perform physical exams, and even pre- scribe some drugs.
Alternative Medicine
If you long for a doctor who uses natural therapies to keep you healthy and tends to minor medical conditions, consider a naturopathic doctor (ND). Like MDs, many of these healers diagnose and treat health problems, draw blood, order lab tests, perform physical exams, and even pre- scribe some drugs.
‘Doctors who listen’ – Naturopathic medicine is on a rise in Canada
Alternatives— Naturopathy
Humera Sayeed
Today more Canadians are seeking a more natural approach to their healthcare. A recent survey done by the Canadian Association for Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) showed that 40 per cent of Canadians (who had not practiced naturopathy) were now interested in seeing a naturopathic doctor.
Humera Sayeed
Today more Canadians are seeking a more natural approach to their healthcare. A recent survey done by the Canadian Association for Naturopathic Doctors (CAND) showed that 40 per cent of Canadians (who had not practiced naturopathy) were now interested in seeing a naturopathic doctor.
What Every Canadian Needs to Know Before Visiting a Natural Health Practitioner
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A recent study indicated that over 87% of pediatricians had been asked by their patients for complementary or alternative therapy. More than half of Canadians surveyed in 2006 reported using at least one form of alternative health care during the previous year, according to a report published by The Fraser Institute.
A recent study indicated that over 87% of pediatricians had been asked by their patients for complementary or alternative therapy. More than half of Canadians surveyed in 2006 reported using at least one form of alternative health care during the previous year, according to a report published by The Fraser Institute.
Naturopathy
As the name suggests Naturopathic medicine (also known as Naturopathy) is a total naturalapproach to health. It is similar to the vitalistic tradition of medicine in the Western world,emphasizing the treatment of disease through the inherent healing capacity of the person. It addresses the root causes of illness, and promotes health and healing using natural therapies....
Home Remedies to Strengthen the Immune System
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Home Remedies to strengthen the immune system.
Home Remedy #1: Astragalus boosts the immune system and generates anticancer cells in the body. It is also a powerful antioxidant and protects the liver from toxins. This makes this plant ideal for people suffering from dark circles due to liver problems and depressed immune system. IMPORTANT: Do not take this herb if fever is present.
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Home Remedies to strengthen the immune system.
Home Remedy #1: Astragalus boosts the immune system and generates anticancer cells in the body. It is also a powerful antioxidant and protects the liver from toxins. This makes this plant ideal for people suffering from dark circles due to liver problems and depressed immune system. IMPORTANT: Do not take this herb if fever is present.
Hyperacidity and Heartburn
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When the level of hydrochloric acid in the stomach increases and goes beyond the normal, it causes hyperacidity. And when the gastric acid refluxes back to oesophagus, it causes heartburn.
Hyperacidity promotes heartburn, ulcers and reflux.
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When the level of hydrochloric acid in the stomach increases and goes beyond the normal, it causes hyperacidity. And when the gastric acid refluxes back to oesophagus, it causes heartburn.
Hyperacidity promotes heartburn, ulcers and reflux.
Burns
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Home Remedies
We all have experienced burns. Incidents like touching a hot plate by mistake or spilling some hot coffee on oneself are commonplace. While you can treat only first- and second-degree burns yourself, third-degree burns need medical attention of a doctor – without delay.
Home Remedies
We all have experienced burns. Incidents like touching a hot plate by mistake or spilling some hot coffee on oneself are commonplace. While you can treat only first- and second-degree burns yourself, third-degree burns need medical attention of a doctor – without delay.
Home Remedies for Dandruff
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Excessive shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp is known as dandruff or scurf. A small amount of flaking is normal, because as skin cells die they flake off. Unfortunately, some people, either chronically or as a result of certain triggers, experience an abnormally large amount of flaking. This is often accompanied by redness and irritation.
Home Remedies
Excessive shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp is known as dandruff or scurf. A small amount of flaking is normal, because as skin cells die they flake off. Unfortunately, some people, either chronically or as a result of certain triggers, experience an abnormally large amount of flaking. This is often accompanied by redness and irritation.
Snoring
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When the free flow of air through the passages at the back of the mouth and nose is obstructed, snoring takes place.Sometimes kids with large tonsils and adenoids snore. Deformities of the nose, for instance, deviated nasal septum can also cause snoring.
Home Remedies
When the free flow of air through the passages at the back of the mouth and nose is obstructed, snoring takes place.Sometimes kids with large tonsils and adenoids snore. Deformities of the nose, for instance, deviated nasal septum can also cause snoring.
Constipation-Uff! Those trying times!
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If you suffer from constipation, you know what we are talking about. No jokes! Actually nothing could be more nagging than this. In spite of abundance of ways to prevent and cure constipation, many of us suffer from this irksome problem.
Home Remedies
If you suffer from constipation, you know what we are talking about. No jokes! Actually nothing could be more nagging than this. In spite of abundance of ways to prevent and cure constipation, many of us suffer from this irksome problem.
Yeast Infection: Causes, Symptoms and Cures
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Yeast infections primarily inflict women of child-bearing age.According to the medical statistics, 70% to 80% of this infection is caused by Candida Albicans, a common strain of yeast. Normally, this and some other strains of yeast present in a woman’s vagina in miniscule amount, are kept in control by Lactobacillus Acidophilus which is a bacterium existing naturally in the vagina.
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Yeast infections primarily inflict women of child-bearing age.According to the medical statistics, 70% to 80% of this infection is caused by Candida Albicans, a common strain of yeast. Normally, this and some other strains of yeast present in a woman’s vagina in miniscule amount, are kept in control by Lactobacillus Acidophilus which is a bacterium existing naturally in the vagina.
Home Made Beauty Recipes
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Making your own Homemade beauty products has never been easier, with these simple recipes covering everything from haircare to face masks you can look and feel great without paying a fortune
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Making your own Homemade beauty products has never been easier, with these simple recipes covering everything from haircare to face masks you can look and feel great without paying a fortune
Acne
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Acne is a skin condition caused by inflamed hair follicles and sebaceous glands. Areas most susceptible to acne are the face, neck, chest, back, and shoulders.
Home Remedies
Acne is a skin condition caused by inflamed hair follicles and sebaceous glands. Areas most susceptible to acne are the face, neck, chest, back, and shoulders.
Tips on Home Remedies for the Winter Season
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Home Remedies
In today’s fast paced society, everyone is looking for a quick fix for all their problems; one of the common fixes is popping pills for every sniffle we get. When the doctor recommends bed rest, most people say that they don’t have time.
Home Remedies
In today’s fast paced society, everyone is looking for a quick fix for all their problems; one of the common fixes is popping pills for every sniffle we get. When the doctor recommends bed rest, most people say that they don’t have time.
Ayurvedic Medicine with a Touch of Mysticism
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Ayurveda
Ayurveda or Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient system of healthcare that is native to India. It is one of the most popular alternative medicines all over the world. The word ‘Ayurveda’ is a compound of two Sanskrit words ‘ayus’ meaning ‘life’ and ‘veda’ which refers to a system of ‘knowledge’. Thus, ‘Ayurveda’ is often defined as ‘knowledge of life’.
Ayurveda
Ayurveda or Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient system of healthcare that is native to India. It is one of the most popular alternative medicines all over the world. The word ‘Ayurveda’ is a compound of two Sanskrit words ‘ayus’ meaning ‘life’ and ‘veda’ which refers to a system of ‘knowledge’. Thus, ‘Ayurveda’ is often defined as ‘knowledge of life’.
Know Your Ayurvedic Skin Types
Skin Guide
Know Your Ayurvedic Skin Types
According to the five element theory of Ayurveda, there are three main types of skin. This categorisation is based on the predominance of the three Doshas - Vata, Pitta and Kapha.
Know Your Ayurvedic Skin Types
According to the five element theory of Ayurveda, there are three main types of skin. This categorisation is based on the predominance of the three Doshas - Vata, Pitta and Kapha.
Bringing Epilepsy Out of the Shadows
Bringing Epilepsy Out of the Shadows
By: Alessandra Cerroni
Approximately two in every hundred Canadians are diagnosed with having epilepsy, most often during early childhood or in later life.Luckily, there is hope for a significant number of children who, with age, outgrow this disorder and for the great number of individuals who are able to successfully manage epilepsy thanks to anti-epileptic medication.
By: Alessandra Cerroni
Approximately two in every hundred Canadians are diagnosed with having epilepsy, most often during early childhood or in later life.Luckily, there is hope for a significant number of children who, with age, outgrow this disorder and for the great number of individuals who are able to successfully manage epilepsy thanks to anti-epileptic medication.
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