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By making changes in lifestyle, kidney diseases cannot only be prevented but also controlled in their early stages, said experts. Himanshu Verma, Head of the Department of Nephrology at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital, said in his presentation that the process from kidney disease to kidney failure happens in five stages. "But it is possible to completely overcome the disease in the first and second stages. For this, first of all, it is necessary to have awareness among the patients so that the disease can be identified in the initial stage itself." According to him, keeping the body mass index (BMI) between 20-25, walking 30 minutes a day and at least five days a week, changing lifestyle, and reducing the consumption of pain-relieving medicines, among other precautions, are effective in controlling the disease in the initial stage. Patients with diabetes and high blood pressure would be at the highest risk of kidney disease. "This risk can be much higher for people over 60 years of age with any of these diseases." The experts also talked about alternative treatment methods of ayurveda like Neeri KFT, a traditional ayurvedic polyherbal formulation that has been found to be effective in regulating functions of at least six genes variants causing kidney dysfunction. In concluding remarks, Sanchit Sharma, Executive Director, of AIMIL Pharma, said the nine-day-long program experts discussed extensively how to avoid kidney diseases and how to manage them. "This discussion shows that no standards can be fixed to prevent the disease but a dynamic approach needs to be adopted," he said. Studies have warned that the prevalence of chronic kidney disease in India is on the rise among those dealing with chronic diseases like diabetes, high blood pressure, and heart disease. Read More►Debunking 5 Common Diabetes Myths

Sleep is your body's natural way of healing itself. Good quality sleep prepares you for a productive day ahead. You need 7 to 9 hours of sleep to feel relaxed and rejuvenated, but sometimes getting quality sleep can be difficult. Sleep experts at Eachnight.com have revealed how natural herbs can help those who may struggle to drift off at night. This research has been medically reviewed by Dr. Nayantara Santhi. How Can Herbs Promote Sleep? Natural herbs contain powerful sleep-enhancing properties for a night of restful sleep. They can calm your nerves and soothe your senses, providing adequate sleep. Sleep deprivation is often due to a hectic lifestyle, anxiety, and stress. Stress affects the production of the neurotransmitter serotonin, but taking some herbal supplements can compensate for this loss. Some natural herbs are high in tryptophan, an amino acid improving the synthesis of serotonin. Increasing serotonin levels offsets the chemical imbalance causing the most common sleep disorder, insomnia. 5 Best Herbs to Try Lavender The anti-depressive, sedative, and calming properties of lavender help you sleep better. Studies show lavender herbs can relax your nerves, reduce anxiety levels, and stabilize mood disorders. Reduced stress, anxiety, and a positive mood promote daytime wakefulness and more sustained sleep at night. Typically, lavender is used via sprays or inhaled. Chamomile Chamomile is an ancient medicinal herb known for its relaxing effects. Modern-day studies prove the efficacy of chamomile. It reduces anxiety, soothes your nerves, and eases insomnia. One study, for example, found that women who had given birth and struggled to sleep experienced less sleep inefficiency and depression when drinking chamomile tea at night for two weeks. The presence of nerve-relaxing flavonoids in chamomile tea makes it a popular tranquilizing drink. You can feel chamomile's soothing effect even by inhaling its aroma. Valerian The roots of the valerian herb are often used to treat insomnia, restlessness, and anxiety in patients. Valerenic acid in the valerian roots inhibits the breakdown of the neurotransmitter GABA. This induces better quality sleep. Valerian works on the principles of anti-anxiety medicines, promoting deep sleep. Valerian is available in many stores and usually comes in the form of tablets. Passionflower Passionflower contains nerve-relaxing flavonoids, which help you to de-stress and sleep better. This tropical flower tastes good and is commonly used in many herbal, over-the-counter sedatives. Ashwagandha Ashwagandha is a medicinal herb commonly used to combat insomnia, as studies have shown it's effective at improving sleep onset latency and quality of rest. The real sleep-promoting compounds of Ashwagandha are found in the leaves of this plant-tri ethylene glycol works to eliminate feelings of stress or anxiety, induce calmness, and help you fall asleep easily. Ashwagandha ultimately acts like a sedative, so it's a great alternative to anxiety medications or OTC sleep aids since it works with your body to naturally bolster your sleeping habits. Ashwagandha can be bought as capsules that are ingested. How to Use Herbs for Sleep Herbal Tea Make some herbal tea by adding 1 tsp of herbs to a cup of boiling water. Let it steep for 20 minutes, then strain and drink it. You can drink two to three cups of herbal tea in a day. Essential Oils Add herb-flavored essential oils to your warm water bath at bedtime to feel a calming effect, inducing sleep. Massage herb-infused oil mixed with olive, grapeseed, or coconut oil on certain parts of your body such as your forehead, neck, chest, wrist, chest, hands, or feet. Your skin may be sensitive to an undiluted essential oil, so diluting it reduces the chances of a reaction. Aromatherapy Inhale the fragrance of natural herbs through aromatherapy candles. Supplements Consume herbal extract supplements, available over the counter in pharmacy stores. Read the dosage instructions on the label to know how much to take per day. A spokesperson from Eachnight.com commented, "Sleep disturbances occur when the normal processes of waking and/or initiating sleep do not happen. This can occur because of a combination of genetic, environmental, sleep habits, and other psychobiological factors. If the pattern of sleep disturbances continues over time, these factors can create a vicious cycle of ongoing sleep problems with consequences in our waking lives. As they say, sleep health is as important as diet and exercise for our well-being. Most natural herbs have a long history of use for the treatment of insomnia. These herbal medicines were being prescribed by physicians since ancient times as natural sleep aids. Modern-day studies and research have supported the efficacy of taking these herbs for a great night's sleep, so any of these options can be a good fit. Although many herbs are harmless and have no side effects it is worth talking to your doctor before making any drastic changes." (agency). Read more►Quick Fix Your Congestion and Sore Throat with Ayurveda

An increase in the body's normal reaction to stress, fear, or excitement is what causes panic attacks. The body, the psyche, and one's general health can all be impacted by the symptoms of panic attacks. Negative thoughts and uncomfortable physical sensations, such as rapid heartbeat, perspiration, and heavy breathing, are frequently present during panic attacks. A person's quality of life can be negatively impacted by panic attacks, even if some people are more prone to them than others. Despite the difficulties caused by panic attacks, there are strategies to control the symptoms and lessen worry. Yoga is a centuries-old discipline that can aid in reducing anxiety and controlling panic attack symptoms. Additionally, yoga can improve mindfulness, lessen anxiety, and help with stress management. How Yoga Can Help with Panic Disorder? There are various symptoms associated with anxiety and panic like tightness, feelings of tension and pain sensitivity. Yoga asanas can help ease the physical discomfort that comes with anxiety and panic attacks. The practice works to lengthen, stretch and balance the muscles of the body. The asanas also assist in releasing stiffness and built-up muscle tension throughout the body. Additionally, by gradually modifying the posture of the body, asanas can also bring about a change in the mentality of a person. Yoga allows people to get to know their bodies. Therefore, if the teacher tells a student to "release the shoulder", for example, he/she becomes aware of the posture and gradually learns to release the tension from their body. As a result, they also become less anxious and panicked in their day-to-day lives as they become aware of the tensions and how to let them go. Another form of supplementary medicine for the mind-body system that has been around for centuries is meditation, which can help calm the mind and induce deep relaxation. A person can concentrate their attention and clear their mind of disorganised thoughts that may be stressing them out. As a result, both physical and emotional health are improved. Pranayama Effect on Stress and Anxiety One of the essential elements of yoga practise is pranayama, or the art of controlling breath. The breathing exercises and patterns known as pranayama involve deliberately timing one's inhalations, exhalations, and breath holds. According to research, pranayama might enhance the stress response by soothing the neurological system. People breathe too quickly when they are nervous. Fast breathing causes the blood to have an excessive amount of oxygen and less relative carbon dioxide, which affects the blood's pH level. This may result in nauseousness, twitching muscles, irritation, dizziness, anxiety, and stress. The blood's pH level, however, returns to normal with calm, controlled breathing. This slows down the heart rate and calms the body and mind. Yoga and Pranayama to Combat Panic and Anxiety BaddhaKonasana How To Do: Sit on the floor with your legs stretched to the sides Exhale while you bring the bottoms of your feet together Pull the feet toward the pelvis Drop your knees to the sides Continue to press your heels together while you take deep breaths Dhanurasana How To Do: Lie face down on your mat with the arms by the sides Keep your knees hip-width apart as you bring your heels as close to your glutes as possible Grasp your ankles with the hands Inhale while simultaneously lifting the thighs, heels, head, and sternum away from the floor Pull your shoulders away from the ears and keep your shoulder blades against the back Hold the pose for 20 to 30 seconds Padangusthasana How To Do: Stand on the floor with your feet 6 inches apart Flex your quadriceps (front thigh muscles) to lift the kneecaps Exhale and fold from your waist Keep your back, neck, and head in a straight line Grab your big toes with your hands While inhaling, straighten the arms and raise the torso to release the hamstrings While exhaling, fold back down into the forward bend Continue this for several breaths NadiShodhan Pranayama How To Do: Sit comfortably with your legs crossed Place your left hand on the left knee Exhale and then use your right thumb to close the right nostril Inhale through the left nostril and then close the left nostril with your fingers Open the right nostril and exhale Inhale through the right nostril and then close Open the left nostril and exhale through the left side Consider this as one cycle Continue for up to 5 minutes Always complete your practice by finishing with an exhalation on the left side Because we humans do not know how to release tension, it builds up in our bodies and causes discomfort on both a physical and emotional level. We can create a more balanced mental state and reduce stress, panic, and anxiety in our lives by engaging in the ancient practise of yoga, which consists of asanas, meditation, and pranayama. (Dr. Rajeev Rajesh, Chief Yoga Officer, Jindal Naturecure Institute)

आयुष मंत्रालय के सहयोग से नई दिल्ली में 6वें सीआईआई आयुष संगोष्ठी 2022 का आयोजन किया गया। केंद्रीय आयुष मंत्री सर्बानंद सोनोवाल ने इस संगोष्ठी में उपस्थित लोगों को संबोधित करते हुए इस बात पर बल दिया कि किस प्रकार से आयुष मंत्रालय अपने नागरिकों को समग्र स्वास्थ्य देखभाल और चिकित्सा देखभाल प्रदान करके 'न्यू इंडिया' के सपने को साकार करने में एक महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभा सकता है। अपने उद्घाटन भाषण में सोनोवाल ने कहा कि “हमारे प्रधानमंत्री नरेन्द्र मोदी के मार्गदर्शन और दूरदर्शी नेतृत्व में आयुष बाजार अब 03 बिलियन डॉलर से 18 बिलियन डॉलर तक पहुंच चुका है।” उन्होंने कहा कि वर्तमान समय में हम एक अत्यधिक ग्रहणशील माहौल को देख रहे हैं, जहां स्वास्थ्य देखभाल में आयुष प्रणालियों को व्यापक रूप से मान्यता प्रदान की जा रही है। उन्होंने कहा कि अनुसंधान रणनीतियों, अभ्यास प्रकृति और शिक्षा में अनेक सुधार किए जा रहे हैं, जो इस क्षेत्र को विकासित करने मेंसहयोग करेंगे। उन्होंने यह भी कहा कि हमारे देश के युवाओं को आयुष प्रणालियों के बारे में गहराई से अध्ययन करना चाहिए। वैद्य राजेश कोटेचा, सचिव, आयुष मंत्रालय ने अपने मुख्य भाषण में कहा कि आयुष मंत्रालय द्वारा विश्व स्वास्थ्य संगठन (डब्ल्यूएचओ) के सहयोग से आयुष प्रणाली के लिए बहुत बेंचमार्क स्थापित किए गए हैं। ये बेंचमार्क सभी हितधारकों, विशेष रूप से आयुष प्रणालियों से संबंधित उद्योगों के लिए फायदेमंद साबित होंगे। प्रमोद कुमार पाठक, विशेष सचिव,आयुष मंत्रालय ने व्यापार में सुगमता के लिए नियामक रूपरेखा पर एक पूर्ण सत्र को संबोधित किया। अपने संबोधन में उन्होंने कहा कि व्यापार में सुगमता का पहला महत्वपूर्ण पहलू विचार-विमर्श है और यह कार्य आयुष मंत्रालय में बहुत दृढ़ता के साथ किया जा रहा है। उन्होंने कहा कि इसके अलावा, वैज्ञानिक दृष्टिकोण को बढ़ावा देने के लिए आयुष मंत्रालय विज्ञान और जैव प्रौद्योगिकी विभागों के साथ मिलकर काम कर रहा है और उनसे प्राप्त इनपुट हमारे रोडमैप में प्रभावी रूप से शामिल किए गए हैं। 6वें सीआईआई आयुष संगोष्ठी, 2022 का आयोजन आयुष मंत्रालय के सहयोग से भारतीय उद्योग परिसंघ (सीआईआई) द्वारा किया गया। इस आयोजन में आयुष प्रणाली के प्रमुख हितधारकों ने नियामक रोडमैप, आयुष क्षेत्र में अनुसंधान एवं विकास, ब्रांडिंग, प्रचार और विपणन जैसे विषयों पर चर्चा की। यह भी पढ़े► वेस्टर्न सिडनी यूनिवर्सिटी में आयुर्वेदिक विज्ञान में शैक्षणिक पीठ स्थापित होगा