Ayurveda and Ayurvedic treatments

Ayurveda is made up of two words "ayus" and "veda". "Ayus" means life and "Veda" means knowledge or science. The complete term "Ayurveda" means the science or knowledge of life. The main purpose of Ayurveda is to prevent illness, heal the sick and preserve life. Ayurveda originated in India and is considered a few thousand years old science. Ayurveda in Kerala is being practiced for such a long time that a very popular term "Kerala Ayurveda" has come up.Kerala Ayurveda packages are being widely searched by people looking for ayurvedic treatments.

The best thing about Ayurveda is that one does not have to be sick to gain from Ayurveda. Even a healthy person can benefit from Ayurveda. There are various Kerala Ayurveda Packages available like Ayurvedic Rejuvenation Treatments Package, which is aimed at improving general health and well-being of the people. The Rejuvenation Package includes various specialised Ayurveda treatments, therapies and massages, some of which are Abhyangam (full body massage), Shiro-Abhyangam (Head massage), special Shoulder, Neck, Face, Foot massage with reflexology and full body Herbal Steam. Medicated oil applications as per the body constitution and vitiated doshas, Body polish, Nassayam are also included in the package. Yoga and Meditation included in the package also help in yielding better results. As Ayurveda offers specialised treatments, the final treatments/therapies/massages/medicines to be administered are decided by the Ayurveda Doctors after detailed consultation with the guest.

The basic principle of Ayurveda is that the universe is made up of five elements viz Air, Fire, Water, Earth and Ether. All these five elements are represented in human body by three "Doshas", namely Vata, Pitta and Kapha. Excess accumulation of these doshas in the body causes imbalance and results in various health issues. Specific treatments, therapies, massages, diets and some lifestyle changes are suggested by Ayurveda to overcome these.Special attention is given to diet as it forms the basis of all treatments. The diet is prescribed by the Doctors based on individual constitutional type. A detailed diet chart is prepared for individuals and different categories of food are included. Fruits, Vegetables, Grains, Legumes and Nuts and Dairy products form an integral part of the diet.

Panchakarma is one of the most popular treatments of Ayurveda. As the name suggests 'Panch' meaning 'five', it consists of five major procedures. It is meant to purify the whole body by elimination of accumulated toxins. The Panchakarma is as effective for a healthy person as for someone facing various health conditions and problems. It has a preventive, restorative and rejuvenative effect on the body. First the body is prepared for the actual process of elimination with Deepana and Pachana, which includes oral medication. After this, Oleation is done both internally and externally. Medicated ghee/oils are administered and specialised massages are done to lubricate the body channels and loosen the toxins. In the Eliminative phase, the final Panchakarma treatments are done based on one's body type.

As mentioned above, there is no fixed package in Ayurveda and the treatments/therapies shown in the packages are indicative only as to what kind of treatment/therapies one can expect. The final treatments/therapies are decided by the Doctors only after a detailed consultation in person, which makes Ayurveda special and effective.

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What to expect from a Holiday Package

Planning a holiday has never been easier with the wide choice of HolidayPackages available! With the fast paced, hectic personal and professional lifestyle, people do look forward to getting a good relaxing break. With the availability of Holiday packages, planning a holiday has become much easier. Holiday packages saves a lot of time, energy and money allowing one to relax and enjoy the holidays. One just needs find out their expectations from that holiday. Once you know what you are looking for, it then comes down to only shortlisting the right package and you are ready to go.

Holiday packages in India are planned in such a way that people with different expectations can get what they are looking for. If someone is looking for budget holidays in India, one may find many holiday packages which budget pricing. These packages generally involve staying at B&Bs or low priced hotels. The transfers in these packages are planned primarily on seat in coach basis to save transportation costs. Even the tours like city tours etc. planned in these holiday packages are planned in groups and on seat in coach basis. Most of the time, the meals included in the package are based on set menu, thus saving money on food as well. One has to be careful and prepared while choosing these packages as they involve budget accommodations which sometimes does not meet the expectations of travellers.

One can also opt for a mid-segment holiday package, where generally 3* accommodations are included. For Kerala Tour Packages, most of the tourists opt for this segment as it gives them reasonably good stay options and still costs cheaper. As Kerala is as famous for its backwaters, hill stations, beaches as much for its Ayurveda packages, these tour packages are the best way to see a lot of places, have different experiences and still not spend much .Transportations /transfers involved here are also generally on seat in coach basis, but one can expect good food.

Holiday Destination

For the ones who want nothing but the best, there are also various luxury holiday packages available. Comfort and Experience form the basis of these kinds of packages. The properties are carefully chosen considering the distances from airport, city, approachability, etc. All the tours and transfers included in the package are private transfers and tours. In these high luxury packages, only the breakfast is included as most luxury hotels do not offer packages on MAP or AP basis unless they are in areas where there are no other options easily available.The itinerary is individually planned keeping in mind the expectations of the guest from the holiday. One may find a huge difference in pricing of these luxury holiday packages as well as it all depends on what kind of room the guest wants to book. Some guests may do with the basic starting category room type while some may ask for a slightly better or the most luxurious room/suite available.

The tour package can be selected as per your budget, but do not forget to read through the complete terms and conditions in the package. One also needs to be very careful about the booking policy, cancellation policy and if there are any hidden costs involved. Be careful while choosing the package and enjoy your holidays.

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