Acne – During Monsoon

Having Acne at any age is pretty traumatizing

During monsoons the high levels of humidity can lead to many skin problems, especially the acne breakouts.

Why do we have monsoon Acne?

Excess humidity in monsoons increases the skin’s natural oil production, sebum. There is increase in dandruff and sweating which can trap bacteria or dirt in the upper layer of skin. Our skin has pores which get clogged due to excess oil, dust, dirt, bacteria, dandruff leading to acne breakouts.

At our `Monisha’s Mantra`, we have helped many individuals to get back their healthy glowing skin in the following natural ways, without using and
Medicine or Cream.

  • The best treatment is drinking more water which helps in keeping our skin hydrated and healthy and also helps in getting rid of constipation. Drink 12-15 glasses of boiled water daily
  • Check the diet because eating fried, spicy, packaged foods, refined sugar, dairy can trigger acne. Include more of seasonal fruits, salads, vegetable soups, seeds, herbs in daily diet
  • Regularly steaming with few neem leaves helps in opening up the clogged pores, removes dead skin and increases blood circulation
  • Discipline sleeping habits.
  • Sujok Therapy:
    1. Colour Therapy – With blue or black pen apply 2 big dots above the thumb nail. This area corresponds to face (as shown in Pic 1)
    2. Seed Therapy – To get rid of constipation apply daily at night 2 dried green peas (green vatana), 1 finger breath apart on either side of palm, in-between middle and ring finger (as shown in Pic 2)

Eye flu (Conjuctivitis)

During Eye Flu, mistake done, can cause loss of light of the eyes

Eye flu commonly known as conjunctivitis, is the most common type of eye infection especially during the rainy season. Eye flu is an infection of the conjunctiva which is the thin transparent layer covering the white part of eye and lining of the inner surface of eyelids. It is mainly caused by virus or bacteria and is highly contagious that can easily spread by touch.

Symptoms

  • Redness, pain, irritation in eyes
  • Thick sticky discharge especially on waking up in the morning
  • Watery eyes
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Blurry vision
  • Sandy sensation in eyes
  • Swelling of eyelids

At our `Monisha’s Mantra`, we helped many individuals to prevent and Treat their eye flu problem without Medicine and without any Side-effect; in the  following manner:

  • Hygiene is most important especially washing hands frequently and avoid touching eyes with unwashed hands. Avoid sharing towels and personal items
  • Avoid eating outside food, juices and eat balanced diet
  • Follow a disciplined sleep pattern
  • Before sleeping place green tea bags on your eyes which are soaked in cold or warm water. Green tea has antioxidant and anti-microbial properties
  • Sujok Therapy:
    1. Colour Therapy – Find painful, tender corresponding points of eyes on the inner, upper part of thumb with diagnostic probe, pen, pencil. Massage gently clockwise-anticlockwise and then apply black colour for infection during the day (as shown in Pic.1)
    2. Seed Therapy – At night, apply whole green moong seeds on the stimulated corresponding eye points (as shown in Pic 2)

Upper Respiratory Tract Infection (Common cold)

A Common Cold, possible complication is a Sinus Infection with a prolonged Cough

The risk of common cold is much higher in the rainy season. And children are most vulnerable. Common cold is a contagious viral infection of the upper respiratory tract affecting nose, throat, sinuses and trachea (wind pipe). There are more than 200 types of viruses but rhinovirus causes up to 50% of common colds.

Why common cold is common amongst children?

  • Immune system is in developing stage
  • Children are in close contact with other children in classrooms and while playing. Colds can spread through coughs and sneezes

Symptoms of common cold

  • Sneezing
  • Runny or stuffy nose
  • Watery eyes
  • Cough
  • Body aches
  • Swollen glands
  • Fever
  • Weakness
  • Loss of appetite

At our `Monisha’s Mantra`, we have been helping parents to learn anatural ways of Prevention and Treatment of common cold without Medicine and without any Side-effect, in the following manner:

  • The best prevention treatment for common cold is to be build immunity in children with healthy diet. Avoid eating outside foods, packaged and  processed foods, cold drinks. Daily include in diet fruits, salads, soups, nuts, seeds, sprouts, herbs
  • Avoid contact of child with sick person
  • Maintain good hygiene
  • Keep children hydrated
  • sujok Therapy:
    1. Regularly apply ginger juice on the palm up to the upper part of thumb before sleeping. This area corresponds to respiratory tract (as shown in Pic 1)
    2. Apply carrom seeds (ajwain) plaster around big toe daily at night (as shown in Pic 2)

Athlete’s Foot (fungal infection)

If not treated on time the Fungal infection can lead to Bacterial Infection

We all love to get wet in the rains but wet dirty feet can invite fungal infections. Due to dampness the rainy season is the favorable season for the fungal spores to germinate and form fungi colonies. Athlete’s foot is a common contagious fungal infection that occurs mostly on the skin between the toes, in one or both the feet. It is caused by dermatophytes, a group of fungi that mainly thrive in warm and humid areas between the toes.

Symptoms

  • Itching, stinging, burning sensation in between toes
  • Scaly rash
  • Skin in between toes can crack, peel or there can be blisters If not treated on time the fungal infection can lead to bacterial infection

At our `Monisha’s Mantra`, we have helped individuals to treat their Athlete’s foot naturally in the following manner, without Medicine and without any Side-effect

  • Footwear should be open that allow the feet to breathe and avoid wearing closed shoes for long periods of time.
  • Before retiring to bed always wash and dry the feet and if suffering from Athlete’s foot apply fresh turmeric juice in the infected area. Turmeric is known for its antifungal properties
  • During the day practice stretching exercises of feet and toes which increases blood circulation
  • Sujok Therapy:
    1. Gently twist toes clockwise-anticlockwise for a minute, 4 times daily (as shown in Pic 1)
    2. Daily colour small toe of either foot, dark blue or black (as shown in Pic 2)

Kidney Disorders due to Heart Disease

Research has shown that Heart failure is a significant risk factor for Kidney failure

It is common for people with heart disease to develop kidney disorders. Heart disease is the most common cause of death amongst people suffering from kidney disease.

Relation between Heart and Kidneys

Our heart and kidneys work together to keep us in good health. Heart pumps oxygenated blood throughout our body including the kidneys. Kidneys remove toxins and extra fluid from blood. A healthy cardiovascular system which comprises of heart, blood vessels and blood is important to keep kidneys healthy.

Symptoms

  • Pain or heaviness in chest
  • Fluid retention, mainly swelling in legs, ankles or feet.
  • Breathlessness
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • General weakness
  • Numbness, pain in legs or arms

At our `Monisha’s Mantra`, we have helped many heart patients to treat their Kidney problems and Heart disease in the following manner, without Medicine and without and Side-effect.

  • Reduce weight with regular moderate physical exercises and heart healthy diet
  • Practice Tadasana for 10 minutes, 3 times daily
  • Practice Smile meditation daily to stay de-stressed
  • Sujok Therapy:
    1. Massage with slight pressure palm area, corresponding to heart and lungs with fingers and thumb from both sides, for a minute, 4 times daily (as shown in Pic )
    2. Massage and twist the lower, outer area of any finger, corresponding to kidneys with fingers for a minute, 4 times daily (as shown in Pic 2)

Hyperthermia (Heat stroke)

Heat Stroke can be a serious Life Threatening

Its summer, the holiday season and we all love to travel in this hot weather with our families. But we need to be very careful to prevent heat stroke, one of the most dangerous forms of heat related illnesses. Heat stroke can lead to multiple organ failure and can also be fatal, if the person does not receive emergency treatment.

What is Heat Stroke?

Heat stroke is a condition when body cannot control its temperature, that can rapidly rise to 104 F (40 C) or higher within a few minutes. The body is unable to cool itself because sweating mechanism fails.

Symptoms

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Headache
  • Rapid breathing
  • Abdominal pain
  • Muscle cramps
  • Hallucinations
  • Seizures
  • Loss of consciousness

At our `Monisha’s Mantra` ; we have been guiding everyone with simple natural ways to prevent and treat heat stroke, without any Medicine; till medical aid arrives in case of emergency, in the following manner:

  • The best prevention method for heat stroke is stay well hydrated when out in the sun
  • Include fruits in your daily diet
  • Reduce intake of caffeinated beverages and alcohol which dehydrate the body
  • While travelling practice Sheetkari pranayama, 2-3 times daily
  • Sujok Therapy:
    1. Color Therapy – While travelling out in the hot weather make thick band with black color on the thumb joint (as shown in Pic.1)
    2. Acupressure – Move Sujok ring on all fingers with gentle pressure at least 20-25 times, twice daily (as shown in Pic.2)

Kidney Diseases

As you love everyone, you should love your Kidney too. Protect Kidney Today, or regret Tomorrow

Kidney disease is recognized as a major health challenge globally. Worldwide 1 in 10 people are affected by serious kidney diseases.

What happens when kidneys fail?

Our kidneys are fist-sized organs located on either side of lumbar spine. Kidneys perform important functions like filtering toxins from blood, prevent build-up of wastes and extra fluid in body, balance salts and minerals in blood like calcium, phosphorus, sodium and potassium. Kidneys produce important hormones which help make red blood cells, control blood pressure and keep bones strong.

When kidneys fail, they lose their capability to function efficiently and gradually toxins accumulate in body leading to life-threatening situation.

Symptoms of Kidney Disease

  • Swelling in legs, ankles or feet
  • Infrequent urination
  • Muscle cramps
  • Fatigue
  • Sleep problems
  • Loss of appetite
  • Loss of weight
  • Dry and itchy skin
  • High blood pressure
  • High potassium levels
  • Anemia
  • Bone or joint pain

At our `Monisha’s Mantra`, we have helped people by natural ways of preventing as well as treating their kidney disease without Medicine, without Surgery and without any Side-effect; in the following manner:-

  • Maintain healthy weight by doing regular exercises, brisk walks
  • Reduce salt intake in foods and avoid processed, fried, outside foods
  • Quit smoking
  • Control blood sugar levels and blood pressure
  • De-stress with regular smile meditation
  • Sujok Therapy:
    1. Massage correspondence kidney points on back of hand
      with magnetic roller fingers for a minute, 4 times daily (as
      shown in Pic 1)
    2. Apply kidney beans on stimulated kidney points daily at
      night (as shown in Pic 2)

Hyperthyroidism

If there is a slight possibility of Thyroid, immediately check and treat it, otherwise serious problems may have to be faced

Hyperthyroidism is one of the most underdiagnosed endocrine hormonal condition, which can lead to serious complications if not treated on time.

What is Hyperthyroidism?

Thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped endocrine gland situated in front of our neck. It produces 2 primary hormones Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3), that control metabolic processes of body like Heart Rate, Breathing, Nervous system, Weight and Body Temperature. Hyperthyroidism occurs when Thyroid gland produces more hormones than our body needs.

Symptoms

  • A20nxiety, nervousness
  • Fatigue
  • Mood swings
  • Weight loss
  • Uneven heartbeat
  • Tremors in hands
  • Sleep disorders
  • Irregular menstruation

Causes

  • Grave’s disease is an autoimmune disorder that increases production of thyroid hormone
  • Thyroid nodules are lumps on thyroid
  • Thyroiditis is inflammation of thyroid
  • Increased iodine intake in medicine or foods which can
    overstimulate thyroid

At our `Monisha’s Mantra`, we have treated and helped individuals get rid of their hyperthyroidism in following manner, without any Medicine.

  • Include in diet gooseberry (amla), ginger, turnip, broccoli, radish, leafy greens, almonds, sprouts, coconut
  • Avoid processed and junk foods
  • Regular walks in sunlight for vitamin D
  • Practice Brahmari pranayama for 10 minutes, 2-3 times daily
  • Sujok Therapy:
    1. Acupressure – Find the tender, painful point corresponding to thyroid gland, on the inner, lower area of thumb with probe or pen, pencil and massage for a minute, 4 times daily (as shown in Pic 1)
    2. Seed Therapy – On the stimulated points, daily apply 2 whole green moong seeds at night. (as shown in Pic 2)

Knee Joint Pain

Why Knee Pain increases in Winter?

Are you suffering from stiffness and knee joint pain in winters? You are not alone, it is very common for many people to have knee pain in cold weather.

Causes

Barometric pressure is air pressure surrounding us which drops during winters causing fluids and gases in knee joints to expand. This increases pressure on surrounding nerves causing pain

  • Synovial fluid in joints which serves for lubrication and as shock absorber, thickens when temperature drops. This makes knee joints stiffer and painful
  • Low physical activity in winters tightens the muscles reducing their flexibility and increasing stiffness
  • Less sunlight in winters reduces vitamin D in body, which is important for bone health

At our `Monisha’s Mantra`, we treat and help people to get rid of their knee pain in the following manner, without Medicine and without any Side-effect.

  • Regularly do warm up and stretching exercises and be physically active to boost blood circulation to loosen and relax muscles and joints
  • Maintain healthy weight which helps to take pressure off knee joints
  • Increase intake of anti-inflammatory foods and herbs like ginger, turmeric, basil, green tea
  • Avoid fried, processed foods, trans fats, aerated beverages
  • Drink 10-12 glasses of water
  • Sujok Therapy:
    1. Acupressure – Massage both middle fingers’ joints which correspond to knees with Sujok ring or twist clockwise-anticlockwise for a minute, 4 times daily (as shown in Pic 1)
    2. Seed Therapy – Daily apply a band of fenugreek/buckwheat seeds (methi/kuttu) at night (as shown in Pic 2)

Ankle Osteoarthritis

If there is unnecessary pain in the feet, then do not take normal

Ankle osteoarthritis is a chronic degenerative joint condition that along with pain disturbs our balance and stability of the body and thus overall quality of life.

What happens in ankle osteoarthritis?

Our ankle is basically a stable joint made up of 3 bones which are covered by a protective layer of cartilage, which allows free movement amongst the 3 bones. Over a period of time or any trauma to the ankle joint can gradually wear away the cartilage making the bones rub against each other causing pain, stiffness,
inflammation and loss of function.

Symptoms

  • Stiffness with pain that is worse in mornings
  • Inflammation on one side or all around the joint
  • Difficulty in walking

Causes

  • Ankle injury
  • Being overweight
  • Repeated stress on ankles
  • Age
  • Misaligned ankle joint

At our `Monisha’s Mantra`, we have helped patients to treat their Ankle Osteoarthritis problem, without Medicine, without Surgery and withiout any Side-effect; in the following manner:

  • Avoid junk, processed, outside foods and aerated drinks. Anti-inflammatory diet plays an important role for treating osteoarthritis
  • Reduce weight because being overweight puts repeated stress on ankle joint
  • Regular light stretching exercises for ankle joints
  • Sujok Therapy:
    1. Acupressure – Move with slight pressure Sujok ring on the distal joint of middle fingers, which corresponds to ankle joint for 25-30 times. Do it for 4 times daily (as shown in Pic 1)
    2. Seed Therapy – Daily at night apply a line of buckwheat (kuttu) seeds with micropore tape on stimulated distal joint of middle fingers (as shown in Pic 2)