Written By Aquib Nawab, BBA
Medically Reviewed By Dr. Sandeep Madaan, MD (Ayurveda)
Introduction
Ayurveda emphasises daily detoxification for overall well-being. Detox helps eliminate toxins and maintain balance in body, mind, and spirit. Duration of detox varies but a three-day detox offers numerous benefits.
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1. Holistic Approach
Ayurvedic detox encompasses diet, lifestyle, herbs, yoga, and meditation. Harmonizes body, mind, and spirit to achieve optimal health. Balance between three doshas (Vata, Pitta, Kapha) and five elements is crucial.
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2. Ayurvedic Detoxification Principles
Detox routine restores health by balancing doshas. Customised detox based on unique dosha and personality traits. Cleanses bodily impurities and toxins.
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3. Bodily Detox
Purvakarma prepares detox by moving toxins to bowels and skin - oil massage, steam, Shirodhara. Panchakarma intensively detoxifies: Virechan, Vaman, Basti, Rakta Moksha, Nyasa.
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4. Dietary Modification for Detox
Dietary changes enhance the detoxification process. Avoid: alcohol, caffeine, artificial sweeteners, red meat, processed foods. Ayurvedic Diet based on dosha for optimal results.
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5. Ayurvedic Dietary Tips
Stay hydrated with ample water intake. Maintain consistent meal schedules. Solely eating brown rice throughout a day as a mono-diet to support effective detoxification and promote balance.
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6. Meditation and Yoga
Meditation and Yoga are integral to Ayurvedic detox. Mental detox through breathing exercises, engaging senses, releasing negativity. Daily yoga, meditation, and breathing techniques reduce stress, anxiety, and enhance self-awareness.
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7. Benefits of Ayurvedic Detox
Re-establishes equilibrium in body and mind, fostering improved digestion and metabolism. Elevates overall well-being and revitalises vitality.
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