Hridaya Basti

1. Hridaya Basti Chithrakoota Ayurveda, Kundapura offers ancient therapy in order to take care of your heart. This glorious therapy is known as “Hrudaya Basti.” Hrudaya which means heart and Basti meaning herbal oils or decoctions used in Ayurveda. “The heart” is a very important organ of the body. It is what keeps your blood flowing and your organs going. It is a tireless muscle that pumps more than two thousand gallons of blood every day. The blood that is pumped is filled with rich requirements. It travels throughout your body in less than sixty seconds. So it needs to be taken extra good care of. The blood pumped by the heart provides your body with the oxygen and nutrients. It also carries away waste. Your heart is sort of like a pump or two pumps in one. The right side of your heart receives blood from the body and pumps it to the lungs. The arteries and veins are the pipes through which the blood flows. The lungs provide a place to exchange carbon dioxide for oxygen. The heart is a hollow, muscular organ, which functions as a pump for the movement of blood through the body. Your heart is a very important muscle in your body. It is constantly working, yet it never gets tired. Sometimes people get heart disease that can’t be avoided. Exercise makes your heart beat faster, keeps it healthy and strong, and keeps your body strong, too. Apart from exercising and dieting, another option is practicing Ayurvedic remedies. Ayurveda had proved its effectiveness in various category. It also helps in maintaining a Healthy heart in this busy and scheduled lifestyle.

2. What is Hrudaya Basti? The word hridaya means “heart” that receives the deoxygenated blood and as an outcome delivers the oxygenated blood to all the organs of the body while Basti means “to hold the herbal decoction or medicated oil on the focused area i.e over hridaya.” Hence the procedure of holding the medicated oil over the hridaya (cardiac region) is designated as hridya basti. It is also designated as the uro basti as it is present in uro pradesh i.e chest region. Hridaya basti is just similar to all the other basti’s of panchakarma as discussed earlier but in this therapy a little bit more attention is required because the heart is a very significant organ as in Ayurveda it is baptized as the site of prana. Procedure: The patient would be made to lie on the treatment table, on his back and is instructed to close his/her eyes and start concentrating on the inhalation and exhalation of the air. A leak-proof mould, made up of black Gram dough, is fixed over the heart region, of the chest surface. A lukewarm herbal medicated oil prescribed by the Ayurvedic doctor is slowly poured into that mould and let stay. The temperature is maintained by replacing the oil in the mould with warm oil at intervals. After the procedure, the mould is removed and the chest region is massaged gently for the better absorption of the medicine. The treatment duration varies from person to person. This treatment provides relief from pain in the chest region, strengthens chest muscles and pacifies Vata Dosha. It also helps to remove the negative emotions such as unresolved anger, frustration and sadness.

3. Benefits of Hrudaya Basti: The treatment helps to nourish, strengthen and balance the heart functions. High blood pressure, palpitations are treated with Hrudaya Basti. Respiratory problems such as asthma, bronchitis or wheezing can also be treated with Hrudaya Basti. Increase the strength of the pumping pressure of the heart. Increases the blood circulation in the chest region. Useful in muscular pains of the thoracic region. Give great results in ailments related to the heart. Help in the maintenance of muscles and connective tissues. Rejuvenation of heart. According to Ayurveda, heart health requires you to nourish the emotional heart as well as the physical heart. The heart is not just a pump it’s the fountainhead of all emotions, whether it’s joy and exhilaration or sadness and frustration. Mental and emotional stress can disrupt the emotional heart. Book your Hrudaya Basti session today at Chithrakoota Ayurveda.

4. Cultivate this extra habits to keep your heart healthy and active: Schedule a yearly checkup. It usually includes a health history, physical exam and tests. It is important to have a regular doctor who helps make sure you receive the medical care that is best for your individual needs. Exercise regularly. Exercise can help keep your body at a healthy weight. It strengthens the heart. It helps keep arteries and veins clear, it strengthens the lungs, it reduces blood sugar levels. Exercising regularly decreases a person’s risk of developing certain diseases, including obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure Eat healthy food A healthy helps to maintain or improve overall health. A healthy diet provides the body with essential nutrition: fluid, macronutrients, micronutrients, and adequate calories. Control your cholesterol. Limit your consumption of foods high in saturated fats. Plant foods high in soluble fiber are especially beneficial in lowering total and LDL bad cholesterol levels. Good sources include beans, oats, barley, and berries. Cut down on salt. Cutting down on salt can help you to lower your blood pressure in weeks, which lowers your risk of heart disease and stroke. The more salt you eat, the higher your blood pressure will be.

5. Quit smoking. Smoking increases the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, which includes coronary heart disease and stroke. Smoking also damages the lining of your arteries, leading to a build-up of fatty material which narrows the artery. Stay Positive. A positive outlook has many benefits. It can help you keep a clear mind, as well as staying energized.