Hydrotherapy – Use of Water in Healing Ailments
Hydrotherapy is a general term for a group of alternative treatments that use water for the relief of various diseases or injuries, or for cleansing the digestive tract. The use of hydrotherapy has a long history as a form of medical treatment. For example, in classical times the Romans and Greeks found sources of water that were considered to have healing properties. This therapy is used to treat a wide range of conditions, often in conjunction with conventional medical treatment.
Water – A Powerful Natural Medicine
Water, a precious gift bestowed on us by Mother Nature, forms a major part of our body constitution. In fact, 2/3 of our body weight is water. The very composition of our body is like that blood is 83% water, muscles are 75% water, brain is 74% water and bone is 22% water. Thus water is necessary for the very survival of human beings, as it ensures the smooth functioning of body systems as it also acts as a natural remedy for achieving beautiful and glowing skin.
Analysis of Heart-Related Ailments From Horoscopes
Heart-disease has become a big problem in the new age. Hospitals specializing in heart treatment are rapidly increasing. Reason for spurt in heart-related ailments may be many but the common reasons are mental tensions, increase in workload and rich diet. Dr. K. S. Charak in his book “Essentials of Medical Astrology” has divided heart problems into three types. The most common disease can be “ischaemic heart disease” (IHD) or the “coronary artery disease” (CAD). This develops due to the obstruction of blood vessels which supply blood to the heart.
Role of Sun in The Healing of Ailments
According to Vedic astrology, Sun is the most important among the nine planets which influences the life of an individual. The modern science also certifies that the entire biosphere is sustained by the Sun and it is the main driving force for the entire life support system of the earth. It will be pertinent to examine how Sun was viewed in ancient Vedic literature. The Vedic literatures talk about Sun as a giver and sustainer of life. The “Matsya Purana” says “Aarogyam Bhashkaradichhet” (Sun is the giver of good health). Saints and learned people in India devised different methods of Sun worship and “Surya Namaskar” (prostrating to Sun God).