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Right from mundane activities like breathing, thinking, and feeling emotions we are guided by wire-like structures, called nerves in our body, says Dr. V. C. Ajith Kumar, Director and Principal Consultant of Ayush Ayurveda, Singapore, Little India Branch. He explains that the nerves help us to execute complex tasks like reading, walking, eating, etc. The entire network of nerves which forms the nervous system in the body plays an important role in brain growth and development, says the Ayurvedic doctor.
With our fast-paced lifestyle, our life has turned dizzy. There is not much difference between holidays and work, says Dr. Ajith Kumar. “We spend a lot of time on laptops and mobiles in both places. Too much sitting or too much standing or walking has become the order of the day. Eating and sleeping at the right time are all bygones. These habits have taken a beating on the nervous system and we have to rejuvenate it time and again to bring it normalcy, says Ajith Kumar, doctor of Ayurveda.
Symptoms of affected nervous system
Everyday stress and unpredictable lifestyles exhaust us and weaken the nervous system. This also affects our immunity, highlights the Ayurvedic doctor. Throwing more light on the subject, Dr. Ajith Kumar says that when the nervous system is weakened it leads to serious health problems. “Not just one or two, right from a simple headache to stroke to depression, a person can experience any problem like low back pain and motor neuron disease,” says the doctor.
Adding more information about some of the symptoms the doctor of Ayurveda says that all the disorders are due to a build-up of toxins (improper diet and environmental factors) in the body. At Ayush Singapore, we first look for the imbalance of the doshas of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha in the body. The functioning of the nervous system is affected by the imbalance in the vata dosha, which represents movement, says Dr. Ajith Kumar. “The wellness approach at Ayush, Singapore is to reinstate the balance of vata dosha and restore good health,” he adds.
Treatment with herbs
Ayurveda, the holistic science, tries to rejuvenate overall health, and its tonics work on the tissues to induce wellness in the nervous system and boost immunity, explains Dr. Ajith Kumar. The best tonic to maintain nerve health is Saraswatharishtam. The doctor of Ayurveda lists out the ingredients of this nerve tonic which helps restore the nerves in various parts of the body:
Benefits of Ayurvedic tonic
The tonic of Saraswatharishtam is prepared in the traditional way by fermentation as this strengthens the potency of the tonic, notifies Dr. V. C. Ajith Kumar, physician Ayush Singapore. “Fermentation is also said to increase the shelf life of the tonic. The tonic is free of gluten, egg, soy, chemicals, or parabens,” assures the doctor.
Usage of Saraswatharishtam helps to maintain a healthy nervous system and deal better with stress, anxiety, and depression details Dr. V. C. Ajith Kumar. As it maintains a good sleep cycle, this restorative tonic acts as an immune modulator. At Ayush Singapore, this rejuvenating tonic is used to improve speech as it clears the body of toxins and restores dosha balance, says the doctor of Ayurveda.
Dr. Ajith Kumar assures that Saraswatharishtam has no side effects and can be safely used externally. It gives us a plethora of benefits. If the tonic is taken internally it might cause some discomfort. It is also said to cause some gastrointestinal issues if the dosage is not taken as per the advice of an Ayurvedic doctor. Ayurveda also does not recommend this tonic for pregnant and lactating women, informs the Ayurvedic doctor.
Other herbal formulations
We also use another ayurvedic medicine for treating this condition. It is Dhanwanthararishtam, which helps in nerve regeneration. Made from fermented herbs it strengthens muscles and nerves, says Dr. Ajih Kumar.
To optimize the flow of impulses and keep the functions of the nervous system sharp, a herb called Calamus or Vacha is used, informs the doctor. But he emphasizes that we cannot use any medicine for it depends on the dosha of an individual.
“For a kapha dosha patient, Gotu Kola and Calamus, in equal amounts added to honey is recommended,” says Dr. Ajith Kumar. “Pitta dosha patients can do well with one-quarter of Calamus mixed with ghee. For Vata individuals, only Calamus is preferred. If needed it can be added to Gotu kola with warm water of ghee,” says the doctor.
Recommended herbs, diet
Dr. V. C. Ajith Kumar opines that herbs like Calamus, Basil, Bayberry, Guggul, turmeric, bay leaves, and mint help to clear nerve passages. The herbs can be used with oils in aromatherapy. Herbs like Gotu Kola, Skullcap, Bhringaraj, Passionflower, Betony, and hops can be used to relieve inflammation, he informs. But above all these, Saraswatharishtam is the best nerve tonic in Ayurveda, affirms the doctor of Ayurveda.
To keep one’s nervous system healthy, it is also important to follow a good diet, recommends Dr. V. C. Ajith Kumar. Follow these diet recommendations and make it a everyday practice, instructs the doctor:
“If you follow all the instructions properly you can be sure that all the nerves in the nervous system in the body will function well and help you with your daily life, assures Dr. V. C. Ajith Kumar, physician of Ayurveda, Ayush Singapore.
Ayurvedic consultant Ajesh M. BAMS earned his Bachelor Degree in Ayurveda Medicine and Surgery from Karnataka Ayurveda Medical College under Rajiv Gandhi University of Medical Science, Bangalore, Karnataka in 2011. He served in various Ayurvedic institutions in Kerala as an Ayurvedic Physician and has over 8 years of experience in Keraleeya Panchakarma Chikitsa.
allooparambil Joshy Lijo has a Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing & Panchakarma Therapy from Kuttielavil Ayurvedic Centre and Institute, Kottayam, Kerala (2006-2007). He has an experience of 12 years in Ayurveda Panchakarma therapies. He is well-trained in Kalari Marma Therapy by Unnikrishnan Gurukkal, Anjaneya Kalari, Kottayam.
Anushiya graduated with a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from Ayurveda College Coimbatore, India in 2007. She underwent an intensive training and clinical practice under the mentorship and guidance of her guru ayurvedic consultant L Mahadevan Iyer, who is a highly acclaimed physician, a great Sanskrit and Vedic scholar.
She has been practicing as Asst Medical officer and subsequently, Senior Medical officer in India. Currently she is been associated with Ayush Singapore since Jan 2019. Having specialized with In-Patients & Out-patients treatment with Ayurvedic methodologies & Medicine, she will be able to ensure that you are diagnosed and treated with utmost professionalism.
With almost decade of experience in diagnosing and healing in various medical conditions using pure natural Ayurvedic methods. She is highly skilled in Detoxification and Rejuvenation Therapy. she has a lot of passion and dedication to this profession.
Her interest towards Research Fields such as Panchakarma application according to different place, Ayurvedic awareness in the world and different modalities in disease are some of the highlight.
Issac Sunithamma has a Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing and Panchakarma Therapy from Srikrishna Ayurveda Institute, Alappuzha, Kerala (2007-2008). She has over 11 years’ experience in Ayurveda Panchakarma therapies. Her record includes working as Senior Therapist, Ayur Cure Ayurveda Hospital, Hyderabad (5 years); Senior Therapist, Samkkya Ishak Integrated Center, Malacca, Malaysia (2012-2013). She is currently a therapist at Ayush Ayurvedic Center, Yishun, Singapore since 2017.
Deepesh Damodaran holds a Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing and Panchakarma Therapy (2006-2007) from Parassinikadavu Ayurveda Medical College Kannur, Kerala. In his extensive 12 years as a Ayurveda therapist, he has worked as Senior Therapist, Samkkya Ishak Integrated Health Center, Malacca, Malaysia (2012 – 2013) and, Senior Therapist at the Ayurveda health club owned by Nimr Al- Gharbia Trade & Cont. Co. L.L.C, Salalah, Sultanate of Oman (2009 – 2011). Deepesh Damodaran is currently an integral part of Ayush Ayurvedic Center, Yishun, Singpore since 2017.
Ayurvedic consultant ARCHANA T.P,BAMS,MD(AYU),is having 9 years of experince in Ayurvedic Consultation since 2011. She secured Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (Ayurvedacharya) in 2011 from JSS Ayurveda Medical college, mysore,karnataka Thereafter she completed her Post Graduate (MD in Ayurveda – kayachikitsa) from Sri Kalabhairaveswara Ayurveda Medical College and Research Centre Bangalore, karnataka in 2015. She served as junior consultant at Poornayu Ayurveda Nikethanam , Meenangaadi, kerala,india in 2012-2013. NOW she was working as an Ayurvedic consultant at Ayush Ayurveda Pte Ltd, Yishun
Ayurvedic consultant. Sudev C. BAMS, MD(Ay) is an Ayurvedic consultant with a rich consulting experience of 10 years. He secured Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (Ayurvedacharya) in 2009 from ALN Rao Memorial Ayurveda Medical College (Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore, Karnataka). Thereafter, he completed post-graduation in Ayurveda Vachaspati from the same college. His MD was in the subject of "Kayachikitsa". Ayurvedic consultant Sudev has presented papers in various National and International seminars. He trained under Ayurvedic consultant PMS Raveendranath (Disciple of Brahmashree Vaidyamadham Valiya Narayanan Namboothiri) in Poonthottam Ayurvedashram, Kerala for hands-on treatment and Keraleeya Panchakarma Chikitsa. He served in various Ayurvedic hospitals as Chief Consultant. Previously he was working as an Ayurvedic Physician in Ayush Ayurvedic Sdn Bhd, Johor Bahru, Malaysia.
She studied Panchakarma Ayurveda Course at Centre for Indian Medicine in 2011 and secured Diploma in Ayurveda Nursing & Panchakarma Therapy from Bharat Sevak Samaj Government of India in 2013. She is having an experience of 8 years in Ayurveda Panchakarma Therapies in India and in Malaysia. She joined Ayush on 2019.
He secured Certificate in Spa Services from Singapore Workfoce Skills Qualificatios at Spatec Academy in 2015.He is having an experience of 18 years in Ayurveda Panchakarma Therapies in Singapore and Malaysia. He also secured Diploma in Medicina Herbalism from Royal Institute of Health Sciences Mumbai in 2000, Diploma in Ayurveda Panchakarma Therapies at Prasanthy Institute of Ayurvedic studies in 2000. Joined Ayush on 2015
Ayurvedic consultant Ram Prasad graduated with a degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from Bharatiyar University, Tamil Nadu, India in 1990. Meanwhile he undertook private study of ancient treatises with V.V Vasudevan, Director Arsha Yoga Vidya Peetham, Coimbatore from 1986 till 1989, besides clinical study with Vaidyamadham Cheriya Narayanan Naboodiri, the esteemed Ayurveda Master, from 1990 till 1991. In 2005 he completed a Certificate in Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapy with the Academy of Applied Hypnosis, Sydney. He is currently pursuing a course on Mind-Body medicine – Mind-Body Psychology with Greg Neville.
Ayurvedic consultant Raveendranath graduated from Ayurveda College Coimbatore with a Bachelor in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) in 1988. In 1989 he founded Poonthottam Ayurvedasram. He was initiated into Ayurveda by his father who is a renowned Sanskrit scholar belonging to a family of ardent believers of Ayurveda. To know more about ayurvedic consultant Raveendranath and Poonthottam
Ayurvedic consultant Ramesh R Varier graduated in the first rank from Madras University with a degree in Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) In 1985. After a brief stint as tutor at Ayurveda College Coimbatore, he joined AVN the family owned Ayurvedic institution. To know more about Ayurvedic consultant Varier and AVN click here