Constipation dictionary

According to Jain tradition, among the 12 types of penances, the first four - anshan (fasting), unodari (eating less), vritti-sankshepa (selective eating) and rasa-parityaga (taste-selection) - are particularly good for health.

Fasting is more than mere abstinence from food. US scientist Selton says: "Food intake leads to accumulation of toxicants in the body which adversely affect health". Fasting is one way of getting rid of toxic substances from the body since it provides rest to the digestive system. A faulty digestive system can have a negative effect on the functioning of the respiratory system, leading to breathing problems.

(See also: Paryushan Parva , Indian Festivals, Spiritual Guidance, God and Religion, Peace on Earth, Peace of Mind, Love and Happiness, Life and Beyond, Body Mind and Soul)

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Brahmacharya is very very essential Even in dreams you must be free from lustful thoughts. It requires long practice and careful watch over the mind and Indriyas. Foolish people hastily jump up to the higher courses in Yoga in vain without having this important item which is very useful for spiritual Sadhana.

From "Kundalini Yoga" by Sri Swami Sivananda

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Instructions, benefis and cautions for:

-       Narishodhan Pranayam

-       Suryabhedi Pranayam

-       Ujjayi Pranayam

-       Shitali Pranayam

-       Sitkari pranayam

-       Bhastrika pranayam

-       Bhramari pranayam

(See also: Pranayama , Yoga, Yoga and Health, Yoga Systems, Yoga Positions)

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Bentonite Clay and its spiritual properties: Intestinal cleanse of the colon is strongly recommended by Kalki and The Golden Age Foundation in order to be fully receptive for pranic energy. It is so vital that it should be the mandatory preparation before all deeper spiritual processes and as a continous maintenance of the body as an antenna of cosmic energies. Bentonite (also available at many pharmacies under alternative substance names to bentonite: bentonitum, montmorillonite) is believed to have exceptionally properties. This article from www.alternativemedicine.com desribes the genereal properties and use of bentonite.

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Tai Chi Chuan was derived from Taoism. The most important practice of Taoism was concerned with tranquility of mind and improvement of temperament. At the end of the Sung Dynasty a Taoist by the name of Cheung San Fung, in order to find one suitable martial art for the Taoist, often observed the habits of long- lived animals such as turtles and cranes. After many years of study, he, at last, created Tai Chi Chuan.

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Acupuncture and acupressure are two non-drug therapies which are making their presence felt in the complementary medicine scene. And acupressure and reflexology are getting the crowds because of ease of practice. But how do these gentle systems work?

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The 3 main doshas (medical humours) are Vata (resembles the classical element air), Pitta (fire), and Kapha (water). All bodily processes are believed to be governed by a balance of the 3 doshas. Whichever dosha appears to dominate a person's behavior and physique is called his constitution type. Each constitution type has particular strengths and susceptibilities. See also four humours Ayurveda - Vata. Vata, composed of air, governs all movement in the mind a ...

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Ayurveda, Ayurveda - Brhat Trayi The greater triad, Ayurveda - Basic concepts and methodology, Ayurveda - Qualities, Ayurveda - The Five Elements, Ayurveda - Doshas, Ayurveda - Vata, Ayurveda - Pitta, Ayurveda - Kapha, Ayurveda - Herbs and Minerals in Ayurvedic Medicine, Ayurveda - Historically, Ayurveda - Today, Ayurveda - Ayurvedic Herbs in Western Medicine, Ayurveda - Partial Bibliography

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Recreational uses: Euphoria Relaxation Other uses: Pain relief Cough suppressant anti-diarrheal Alcohol Barbiturates Stimulants Other opioids Severe: Respiratory arrest Spontaneous abortion Atypical sensations: ? Cardiovascular: See also:

Heroin, Heroin - History, Heroin - Usage and effects, Heroin - Production and trafficking, Heroin - Manufacturing, Heroin - History, Heroin - Trafficking, Heroin - Risks of non-medical abuse of heroin, Heroin - Withdrawal, Heroin - Drug interactions, Heroin - Culture, Heroin - Books

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A yogic dictionary including desriptions of Matsyasana, Paschimottanasana, Halasana, Sarvangasana, Oordhva-Padmasana, Sirshasana, Siddhasana and Padmasana.

From "Easy Steps to Yoga" by Sri Swami Sivananda.

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In anatomy of the digestive system, the colon, also called the large intestine or large bowel, is the part of the intestine from the cecum to the rectum. Its primary purpose is to extract water from feces. In mammals, it consists of the cecum, ascending colon and approximately the first two-thirds of the transverse colon on the right (or proximal) side and the last third of the transverse colon to the splenic flexure, the descending colon, the sigmo ...

Including:

• Colon anatomy - Role in digestion
• Colon anatomy - Diseases of the colon

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The ultimate goal of yoga, "is not just a better body, but also a better state of being. Today we give you two exercises to improve acidity and other stomach problems.

Benefits and instructions for:

-       Shalabh Asana

-       Makar Asana

(See also: Yoga and Health , Yoga, Yoga and Health, Yoga Systems, Yoga Positions)

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‘Basti’ exercise is intended to serve the purpose of ‘enema’ to pass out the accumulation of faeces from the intestinal canal. There are two varieties, viz., Sthala Basti and Jala Basti.

Excerpt from the book Kundalini Yoga by Sri Swami Sivananda.

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Meditation serves as a medicine for stress and provides sound mental health.

Stress can create havoc in our lives as it can lead to mental and heart ailments. In order to deal with it scientifically and practically, we must first identify the various factors that cause stress.

Swami Vishvas Ji explains: "Stress is a mismanagement of time! When we spend too much time in the past or future, it steals away our lovely present moments. A preoccupied mind can never be at rest. Traveling into the past or future can help us learn from past mistakes or set goals and visions for the future. But if we make the past or future our permanent home Ð the problem begins!

(See also: Meditation for Beginners , Meditation, Meditation for Beginners, Meditation Techniques)

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The withdrawal syndrome from heroin (or any other short-acting opioid) can begin within 6 hours of discontinuation of sustained use of the drug: sweating, malaise, anxiety, depression, persistent and intense penile erection in males (priapism), general feeling of heaviness, cramp-like pains in the limbs, yawning and lachrymation, sleep difficulties, cold sweats, chills, severe muscle and bone aches not precipitated by any physical trauma, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, gooseflesh (hence, the term "cold turkey"), cramps, and fever occur. Many ...

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Heroin, Heroin - History, Heroin - Usage and effects, Heroin - Production and trafficking, Heroin - Manufacturing, Heroin - History, Heroin - Trafficking, Heroin - Risks of non-medical abuse of heroin, Heroin - Withdrawal, Heroin - Drug interactions, Heroin - Culture, Heroin - Books

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Diarrhea - Infective diarrhea. It is not uncommon for diarrhea to persist. Diarrhea due to some organisms may persist for years without significant long term illness. More commonly a diarrhea will slowly ameliorate but the patient becomes a carrier (harbors the infection without illness). This is often an indication for treatment, especially in food workers or institution workers. Parasites (worms and amoeba) should always be treated. Salmonella is the most common persistent bacterial organism in humans. See also:

Diarrhea, Diarrhea - Causes, Diarrhea - Mechanism, Diarrhea - Acute diarrhea, Diarrhea - Chronic diarrhea, Diarrhea - Infective diarrhea, Diarrhea - Malabsorption, Diarrhea - Inflammatory bowel disease, Diarrhea - Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Diarrhea - Other important causes, Diarrhea - Treatment of diarrhea

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As a normal body function, the action of flatulence is an important signal of normal bowel activity and hence is often documented by nursing staff following surgical or other treatment of patients. There is no particular harm to come from holding in flatus. Flatulence is not poisonous; it is a natural component of various intestinal contents. However, discomfort may develop from the build-up of gas pressure. In theory, pathological distension of the bowel, leading to constipati ...

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Flatulence, Flatulence - Amount and constituents, Flatulence - Causes, Flatulence - Mechanism of action, Flatulence - Remedies, Flatulence - Dietary, Flatulence - Pharmacological, Flatulence - Cosmetic, Flatulence - Health effects, Flatulence - In animals, Flatulence - Environmental impact, Flatulence - Social context, Flatulence - Literature and the arts, Flatulence - Curiosities

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The classic triad is hematuria (blood in the urine), flank pain and an abdominal mass. This "classic triad" is infrequently present when the patient first presents for medical attention. Other signs may include: Abnormal urine color (dark, rusty, or brown) due to blood in the urine Weight loss of more than 5% of body weight with emaciated, thin, malnourished appearance More and more frequently, renal cell carcinoma is identified as an incidental finding on a medical imaging study of the abdomen (e.g. com ...

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Renal cell carcinoma, Renal cell carcinoma - Signs and symptoms, Renal cell carcinoma - Causes, Renal cell carcinoma - Pathology, Renal cell carcinoma - Radiology, Renal cell carcinoma - Treatment, Renal cell carcinoma - Surgery, Renal cell carcinoma - Percutaneous therapies, Renal cell carcinoma - Radiation therapy, Renal cell carcinoma - Medications, Renal cell carcinoma - Chemotherapy, Renal cell carcinoma - Prognosis, Renal cell carcinoma - External link

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Belladonna is one of the most toxic plants to be found in the Western hemisphere. Children have been poisoned by as few as three of the berries, and a small leaf thoroughly chewed can be a fatal dose for an adult. The root is often the most toxic part, though this can vary from one specimen to another. All parts of the plant, especially the root, contain tropane alkaloids. The berries often present the greatest danger to children as they have a somewhat sweet taste, though they are the least toxic part of the plant. Symptoms of bellad ...

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Deadly nightshade, Deadly nightshade - Description, Deadly nightshade - Toxicity, Deadly nightshade - Uses, Deadly nightshade - Cosmetics, Deadly nightshade - Witchcraft, Deadly nightshade - Modern medicine, Deadly nightshade - Recreational drug

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During pregnancy, the woman undergoes many physiological changes, which are entirely normal, including cardiovascular, renal, hematologic, metabolic or respiratory changes that become very important in the event of complications. Obstetrics - Metabolism. During pregnancy, both protein metabolism and carbohydrate metabolism are affected. One kilogram of extra protein is deposited, with half going to the fetus and placenta, and another half going to uterine contractile proteins, breast ...

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Obstetrics, Obstetrics - Antenatal care, Obstetrics - Symptoms, Obstetrics - Trimesters, Obstetrics - Overall, Obstetrics - Maternal physiology, Obstetrics - Metabolism, Obstetrics - Nutrition, Obstetrics - Cardiovascular, Obstetrics - Pulmonary, Obstetrics - Hematology, Obstetrics - Gastrointestinal, Obstetrics - Renal, Obstetrics - Endocrine, Obstetrics - Musculoskeleton and dermatology, Obstetrics - Others, Obstetrics - Prenatal Care, Obstetrics - First trimester, Obstetrics - Second trimester, Obstetrics - Third trimester, Obstetrics - Complications, Obstetrics - Fetal assessments, Obstetrics - Induction, Obstetrics - Labour, Obstetrics - Emergencies in obstetrics, Obstetrics - Imaging monitoring and care, Obstetrics - Antenatal record, Obstetrics - Imaging, Obstetrics - Terms and definitions

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Parkinson's disease - Cardinal symptoms. Symptoms may vary among patients, and additionally may vary greatly over time in a single patient. However, the cardinal symptoms are: tremor (while this is the best known symptom, it is not displayed by an estimated 30% of patients with little perceptible tremor; these are classified as rigid-akinetic. The classical Parkinsonian tremor is 4-7Hz, often unilateral, decreased by supination and pronation, and responds to dopaminergics and anticholinergics. ...

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Parkinson's disease, Parkinson's disease - Debate over Causes, Parkinson's disease - Genetic, Parkinson's disease - Toxins, Parkinson's disease - Head trauma, Parkinson's disease - Loss of dopamine-secreting cells, Parkinson's disease - Symptoms, Parkinson's disease - Cardinal symptoms, Parkinson's disease - Additional psychological and cognitive symptoms, Parkinson's disease - Additional sensory symptoms, Parkinson's disease - Additional physical symptoms, Parkinson's disease - Other notes, Parkinson's disease - Diagnosis, Parkinson's disease - Differential diagnosis, Parkinson's disease - Imaging, Parkinson's disease - Treatment, Parkinson's disease - Related diseases, Parkinson's disease - Parkinson-Plus diseases, Parkinson's disease - Secondary parkinsonism, Parkinson's disease - Parkinson's and death, Parkinson's disease - Notable Parkinson's sufferers

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Diphenhydramine 2-(Diphenylmethoxy) -N,N-dimethylethylamine hydrochloride. Antihistaminic Motion sickness Sedative Tardive dyskinesia Other uses: Halting allergic reactions, controlling extrapyramidal side-effects induced by anticonvulsants Use in neonates and premature infants Use in nursing mothers Use as a local anesthetic Use in people with hypersensitivity to diphenhydramine hydrochloride an ...

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