Diet Therapy-
According
to this therapy, the food must be taken in natural form. Fresh seasonal
fruits, fresh green leafy vegetables and sprouts are excellent. These
diets are broadly classified into three types which are as follows:
i).Eliminative Diet-
Liquids-Lemon, Citric juices, Tender Coconut water, Vegetable soups, Butter milk, Wheat Grass juices etc.
ii).Soothing Diet-
Fruits, Salads, Boiled/Steamed Vegetables, Sprouts, Vegetable chutney etc.
iii).Constructive Diet-
Wholesome flour, Unpolished rice, little pulses, Sprouts, Curd etc.
Being
alkaline, these diets help in improving health, purifying the body and
rendering it immune to disease. To this end, a proper combination of
food is necessary. Our diet should consist of 20% acidic and 80%
alkaline food for maintaining health. A balanced food is a must for any
individual seeking good health. Food is regarded as Medicine in
Naturopathy.
Acupressure-
Acupressure is an ancient healing art that uses the fingers or any blunted objects to press key points called as ‘Acu Points’
(Energy stored points) on the surface rhythmically on the skin to
stimulate the body’s natural self-curative abilities. When these points
are pressed, they release muscular tension and promote the circulation
of blood and the body’s life force to aid healing.
Acupuncture
and acupressure use the same points, while acupressure uses the gentle
but firm pressure of hands or any blunted objects, but acupuncture
employs needles, Acupressure has been practiced as a healing art for at
least 5,000 years. This complete health system has been documented for
use in treating over 3000 conditions. Now acupoints are commonly treated
utilizing transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (aka TENS) and
laser light from laser or LED diodes in specific wavelengths shown to
have rapid and lasting effects.
Acupressure
philosophy and acupoint stimulation is based on the same principles as
Acupuncture. By using pressure, electric stimulation or laser light
instead of needles, it works to stimulate specific reflex points located
along the lines of energy which run through the body, called meridians.
There are 14 main meridian lines, each of which corresponds to an
individual organ of the body. When the vital energies are able to flow
through the meridians in a balanced and even way, the result is good
health. When you experience pain or illness it is an indication that
there is a block or leak in the energy flow within your body.
To
find the appropriate point, gently probe the area until it is found
that point which gives a "funny bone" feeling or is sensitive, tender or
sore. Then press hard enough to make the point hurt. Stimulation is
given by steady pressure or five seconds on and five seconds off
rotating pressure. Usually one minute is sufficient for each treatment
session.
Acupressure
can be effective in helping relieve headaches, eyestrain, sinus
problems, neck pain, backaches, arthritis, muscle aches, and tension due
to stress, ulcer pain, menstrual cramps, lower back aches,
constipation, and indigestion, anxiety, insomnia.
There
are also great advantages to using acupressure as a way to balance the
body and maintain good health. The healing touch of acupressure reduces
tension, increases circulation, and enables the body to relax deeply. By
relieving stress, acupressure strengthens resistance to disease and
promotes wellness.
