In the deep west of our cultural country, amidst the boundless ghats of diverse Maharashtra, lies a picturesque town called Lonavala. A hub for Mumbaikars and Punekars to untwine after a frenetic week at work. Other than the pristine lakes such as Tungarli and mouth-watering delicacies such as Misal Pav and Batata Vada, Lonavala has
Over the years, continuous meditation-and-the-brain research has been discovering remarkable benefits. These studies confirm ancient advantages through modern tools like fMRI and EEG. Meditation’s impact on our brain is diverse – from changing brain structure to reducing self-centred brain activity to enhancing communication between brain areas. Recent research not only shows these changes but also
Dr. Anna Lembke, a world-leading expert on addiction, is concerned about phone problems. As the chief of Stanford University’s dual diagnosis addiction clinic, Lembke has spent over 25 years treating patients addicted to various substances and behaviours, from heroin to video games. In her book “Dopamine Nation,” she highlights how smartphones have become modern-day hypodermic
In today’s fast-paced world, many of us turn to modern medicine for quick fixes to health issues. But there’s a growing realisation that modern medicine isn’t always the best long-term solution. It’s not just about treating disease; it’s about bringing our whole body back to a state of wellness. And that’s where naturopathy comes in,
There is much written about yoga and its advantages for the mind and body. As someone who practised yoga throughout childhood and teenage years, I missed the peace and tranquillity of this ancient Indian art of meditation and yogic practices as life, first as a homemaker and then as a professional, which kept me occupied.
Unveiling the Secrets of Yogic Practices ‘On Cecal Constipation’ The modern civilized lifestyle is the root cause of chronic constipation in the present times. The most common causes of chronic constipation are frequent intake of junk food, lack of dietary fiber, a sedentary lifestyle, and reduced physical exercise. In 1924, Swami Kuvalayananda ji worked extensively
