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ORGANIC farming can be called as Eco Farming as it is a way of agriculture that preserves the ecosystem. It echews the use of harmful chemicals & fertilizers. Cultured are the Symbiotic life forms & weed & pest control ensured by this method & optimal soil biological activity maintains fertility.
Agriculture in Kerala is caught in between the devil and the deep blue sea. Kerala is going back to her traditional Organic Farming after her hundreds of farmers had learnt the bitter lessons of ” Chemical Farming ” and mono cropping hitherto practised as ” Scientific Agriculture “. The Dept of Agriculture is now promoting the production of Organic Food by launching ” Jaiva Kerala ” ( The Organic Sustainability of Kerala ). The Confederation of Indian Industry & a few Tourism Groups are branding ” Gods’s Own Country”, as the Tourism Industry calls Kerala, a ” Safe Food Destination”. Continue Reading »
In ayurveda, health is characterized as an active state of wellness – a state in which you truly live, not merely exist. The ayurvedic approach to health is sweeping, extending to your daily diet, your routine, and your environment. The good digestion and consumption of our food together with proper and regular evacuation of wastes is nessesary for being healthy. You really need this for strength, stamina and beauty which is imitated by clear skin, bright eyes, glittering hair, strong nails and moist lips. Your needs for achieving that active state of wellness, which ayurveda calls balance, change over time. Age, environmental factors, stress levels, poor lifestyle choices and dietary excesses or deprivation can all cause imbalances in your physiology. Food plays an important role in getting beauty; it is the ahara which is going to give the sustenance to all the seven dhatus (tissues) of the body. The ‘Skin’ is an upadhatu (sub-tissue) of mamsa dhatu (muscle-tissue). The scalp hairs are updhatu of majja dhatu (bone-marrow tissue). The Nails, Body hairs, hairs of Beard & Moustache are the mala (wastes) of the asthi dhatu (skeletal- tissue).
Ayurvedic Treatments exhibits some basic dietary signal that can benefit everyones health. For specify, it is important to eat at the appropriate times of the day and in accordance with the bodys natural rhythm. This way we can relate and find out the defect and quality of our Skin, Hair, and Nails etc. with the concerned dhatus and take the measures to correct it, if needed. Continue Reading »
Looking for a perfect setting for a remarkable vacation? You needs and dream will surely be taken care of by the Kerala Gods Own Country. It is one of the most beautiful and charming destination of India, globally known for its unmatched natural beauty. Endowed with serene beaches, lovely backwaters, pristine hill station, rich culture and tradition, historical forts and temples, Kerala Tourism has great potential to grab the attention of tourists from all over the world. Every year a large number of tourists, honeymoon couples, nature lovers, holiday makers come to Kerala to enjoy their holidays among the serene beauty of nature. Holidays in this beautiful state of India is a lifetime experience. Come and feel the heavenly ambiance from very close by enjoy holidays with your friends, families and dear ones.
Kerala has several attractions among which backwaters are predominant one. The serene charm and the appealing beauty of the backwater destinations of Kerala never fails to grab the heart of tourist and leave them spell bind. The most beautiful way to enjoy backwater beauty is residing over a luxurious traditional houseboat, which slowly floating over the water takes you to the world of wonderment. Houseboats are equipped with all the modern amenities and provide facility like luxury hotels. Some of the beautiful backwater destinations of Kerala are Kumarakom backwater, Kollam backwater, Allepey backwater, Kottayam backwater, Cochin backwater, etc. These backwater destinations are awesomely beautiful and offer you to see some of the most amazing attraction to explore on your Kerala tour. Continue Reading »
Ayurveda is a holistic system of healing which evolved in India about 3000-5000 years ago. Fast food and easy meals coupled with little to no exercise equals weight gain and there are a number of medical problems overweight children and adults are at risk for, like diabetics, cholesterol, insomnia and many more. Obesity or overweight is the sign of imbalanced doshas- vata, pitta, and kapha. Obesity often, occurs when the food is not balanced by digestive and metabolism system of your body. Huge consumption of carbohydrates and fats are also reasons for obesity. Laziness, lack of physical work and exercise also contribute to excess weight. Till date Kerala is the only State in India, which gives the full fledged opportunity of medicine with absolute dedication. Monsoon is considered to be the ideal time for rejuvenation. From early time only monsoon was regarded as the best season for Ayurveda regimens.
Ayurveda regards the measures that have to be taken in routine life style as well as the treatment procedures for diseases. It is the science which is based on the Tridosha principle. Doshas are the representation/generalization of the biological functions of human body. Both health and disease are related to the balance or imbalance of these doshas. By having heavy fatty foods is the prime factor for obesity. Ayurveda has a very keen proclivity in maintaining the weight. Your weight should be according to your age and height. The body has to maintain proper weight as, overweight can cause many troubles. Obesity welcomes many diseases such as malfunctioning of liver, heart, and kidneys. It also leads asthma, high blood pressure, diabetes, and arthritis. Continue Reading »
