Nisargopachar Kendra - 2016-17

NISARGOPACHAR GRAMSUDHAR TRUST
ANNUAL REPORT 2016-17
SOUL
BODY MIND
Earth Space
Water Air
Fire
Nature Cure Ashram, Urulikanchan, Pune

Our Inspiration
With Mahatma Gandhi, many
individuals, inspired to uplift the
declining health conditions of the
neglected rural community, came to
the Nature Cure Ashram and devoted
their lives to selfless service of the
patients. Prominent among these
committed youth were Shri. Balkoba
Bhave, Dr. Manibhai Desai and
Shri. Krishnachandra Agarwal, who
served as Trustees. Smt. Gangabehn
Bhate, Shri. Vishnupant Gokhale,
Smt. Hoshiyaribehn Bohare and
Shri. Ganesh Behede served as
Sevaks. Although these dedicated
volunteers are no more, their
commitment and simplicity, continue to
serve as a source of inspiration for us.
Logo of the Nature Cure Ashram

The uniquely designed logo of the Nature Cure
Ashram symbolises the basic principles of
Nature Cure, the five natural elements known
as Pancha mahabhutas namely Space
(Akash), Air (Vayu), Fire (Agni), Earth (Prithvi)
and Water (Jala) which support life on Mother
Earth. The brown petals with a dot at the centre
represent human beings who are dependent
on these elements for survival and maintaining
good health which is the underlying principle of
naturopathy. The petals represent our The Nisargopachar Gramsudhar Trust,
established by Mahatma Gandhi, is a Public
precious natural resources, the blue circle is Charitable Trust registered under the Bombay
Public Trust Act and NITI Aayog, Government of
synonymous with the sky and the orange India. Donations to the Ashram are exempt under
edges of the motif, symbolise fire. 80 G of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
Nisargopachar Gramsudhar Trust
ANNUAL REPORT
2016-17
Nature Cure Ashram

Urulikanchan, Pune 412 202, Maharashtra
Phone: 020-26926298 Fax: 020-26926225
Email: [email protected] Website: www.nisargopcharashram.org
ANNUAL REPORT 2016-17
CONTENTS
Welcome to the Ashram
Progress at the Ashram 1-8
Case Studies 9-60
Nisargopachar Gram Sudhar Trust, Urulikanchan, Pune

established by Mahatma Gandhi on March 22, 1946
Trustees
Shri. Hrishikesh A. Mafatlal, Chairman
Dr. Narayan G. Hegde, Managing Trustee
Shri. Girish G. Sohani, Trustee
Shri. Dnynoba T. Kanchan, Trustee
Shri. Shivraj B. Karvande, Secretary
Welcome to the Ashram
We are happy to present the Progress Report of the Nisargopachar Ashram for 2016-17.
The Ashram continues to serve the community through naturopathy treatment,
promotion of yoga and meditation, and awareness about community health, healthy
lifestyle and positive thinking to ensure good health. Our efforts to upgrade the
infrastructure and the surroundings continue to receive appreciation from our inmates.
We continue to introduce new treatments based on scientific research and create
greater awareness on emerging diseases related to modern lifestyle and growing stress.
We also encourage stress prone people to stay at the Ashram, to service their body and
mind, much before they turn sick. Modern lifestyle needs such a break from
monotonous and stressful routine.
The treatments at the Ashram are aimed to detoxify the body to facilitate normal
functioning of all the organs. This helps most our patients to return home with improved
health and greater satisfaction. Some of the ailments are cured without any medicine
while people suffering from certain diseases will have to continue their prescribed
medicines, often in reduced doses, as a result of detoxification and stress relief. Those
who do not spend adequate period at the Ashram, may start feeling better, without full
recovery. During this year, 33% indoor patients experienced complete recovery from
their illness without any medicine, 23% got well while taking prescribed medicines, 6%
patients had reduced their medicines and 25% patients experienced significant
improvement in their health conditions. 11% patients had a very short stay at the
Ashram to be able to experience the impact and 2% patients did not observe benefits.
Naturopathy is a path for adoption of healthy lifestyle and not a treatment to get
temporary relief.
Many people ask in a lighter vein, about the utility of naturopathy, as many patients
who regain their health at the Ashram are not able to maintain the discipline and end up
coming again. However, those who have benefitted, say that they go back with
knowledge and confidence to live happily again with backup of the Ashram.
We are happy that the Ashram is attracting patients from rural areas and also from
weaker sections of the society, who get equal attention with other patients, ensuring
equality and social justice, a concern expressed by our Founder, Mahatma Gandhi. With
the support of our guests and well-wishers, we hope to serve the community better.
Dr. Narayan G. Hegde
Managing Trustee
Nature Cure Ashram Annual Report 2016-17

Daily Activity Schedule
The Ashram has been rendering specific treatment for specific diseases with the
general schedule of activities as mentioned below.
Time Activities
5 am Invocation (seeking oneness with the Self through prayer)
5 -7 am Massage (45 minutes)
5.15 - 6.15 am Yoga for Women
6 - 7 am Yoga - General session (Disease-specific yoga)
6.15 - 7.15 am Yoga - General session
7.30 - 8 am Special Yoga session for obesity
7 - 8.30 am Herbal tea and juice
8.30 - 9 am Sun bath and mud therapy
9 - 9.30 am Amla, turmeric and wheat grass juice
9 - 11 am Hydro therapy and Magnet therapy
10.30 - 12.30 pm Lunch - Natural diet
12.30 - 1 pm Mud pack on forehead
1- 2 pm Silence Period
2.15 - 2.45 pm Pranayam
3 - 4.15 pm Herbal tea / Juice;
Hydrotherapy, Physiotherapy, Acupuncture, Library
4.15 - 5 pm Discourses on Naturopathy, Yoga and Holistic health
5 - 5.15 pm Orientation of new patients
5.30 - 6.30 pm Dinner
6.30 - 7 pm Walk / Leisure time / Recreation
7.15 - 8 pm Prayer
8 - 9 am Meditation / Swadhyaya (self study)
9.30 pm onwards Silence Period and Rest
Nature Cure Ashram Annual Report 2016-17

PROGRESS AT THE ASHRAM
The Nisargopachar Ashram, established by Mahatma Gandhi in 1946 completed 71
years, in pursuit of the Gandhian Mission to provide sustainable health care for the
common people, particularly for the rural communities. During the year, 6663 indoor
patients had taken admission for treatment at the Ashram. Among them, 61% were
female patients while 39% were male patients. The age of the patients varied between
10 and 75 years, with 33% above 60 years, 26% in the age group of 50 - 60 years and
17.5% between 40 -50 years, as presented in Table 1. Apart from these indoor patients,
there were 2713 outdoor patients. Among them, 52% were males and while 67%
patients were from urban areas, 33% were from rural areas.
Table 1. Age - wise Distribution of Patients admitted in 2016-17
Age Group (Years) 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60 60 > Total
Female Patients 115 361 493 772 1159 1148 4048
Male Patients 74 176 325 393 567 1080 2615
Total Patients 189 537 818 1165 1726 2228 6663
Percentage 2.84 8.06 12.28 17.48 25.90 33.44 100.00
There has been steady rise in the occupancy of indoor patients during the last 10 years,
except a 3% drop during the current year (Fig. 1). This was due to restriction in admission
during the summer to avoid water shortage. To improve the water supply, additional
water storage facility has been created and a water treatment plant has been installed to
improve the quality.
Nature Cure Ashram Annual Report 2016-17 I 1

Pattern of Diseases:
The patients admitted to the Ashram had suffered from more than 25 types of ailments.
Among them, 22.8% suffered from obesity, 12.6% from Type 2 Diabetes, 10.2% from
Hypertension, 6.9% from Osteoarthritis, 5.6% from Musculo Skeletal Pain, 5.6% from
Lumbar Spondylosis and 4.89% from Hypothyroidism and other ailments as presented in
Table 2.
Table 2. Patients Admitted with Different Ailments
S. No. Ailments No. of Patients %
1 Obesity 1522 22.84
2 Type 2 Diabetes 838 12.57
3 Hypertension 682 10.23
4 Osteoarthritis 459 06.88
5 Musculo Skeletal Pain (MSP) / Backache 376 05.64
6 Lumbar Spondylosis 337 05.57
7 Hypothyroidism 326 04.89
8 Respiratory Diseases 237 03.55
9 Positive Promotion of Health (PPH) 206 03.09
10 Coronary Artery Disease / Ischaemic Heart Disease 205 03.07
11 Cervical Spondylosis 197 02.95
12 Digestive System Disorders (Alimentary diseases) 186 02.79
13 Acid Peptic Disease (Hyperacidity, GERD, Gastritis) 159 02.38
14 Stress Related Diseases 115 01.72
15 Polycystic Ovarian Disease 99 01.48
2 I Annual Report 2016-17 Nature Cure Ashram

S. No. Diseases No. of Patients %
16 Dyslipidemia 75 01.12
17 Rheumatoid Arthritis / Sero Negative Arthritis 66 0.99
18 Piles 63 0.94
19 Central Nervous System related disorders 62 0.93
20 Arthritis and Allied problems 53 0.79
21 Migraine 47 0.70
22 Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) 41 0.61
23 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) 40 0.60
24 Type 1 Diabetes 27 0.40
25 Others 245 03.67
Total 6663 100.00
The age-wise distribution of obesity patients is presented in Figure 3. Among 1522

obesity patients, 22% were in the age group of 50 - 60 years. However, high obesity
was observed among all age groups. 60% obesity patients were women while 40%
were men. Out of 838 Type 2 Diabetes patients, 53% were in the age group of above
60 years, followed by 31% in the age group of 50–60 years and 12% between 40-50 years.
Male and female patients were in equal proportion. Hypertension was the third
important disease with 682 patients, 60% females and 40% males. Among them, 49%
patients were above 60 years of age, followed by 32% patients in the age group of 50-60
years and 16% between 40-50. Incidences of Hypothyroidism are increasing every year.
Figure 3 : Age Group wise Distribu on of Obesity

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Pa ent
290 286
300 280
261
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No. of Pa ents
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150
100
68
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<10 10-20 20-30 30-40 40-50 50-60 >60
Age Group

Promotion of Naturopathy in Rural Areas
With the growing awareness of
Naturopathy and Yoga, there is an
increase in the number of rural
people coming to the Ashram for
treatment. To encourage the needy
people to avail the benefits of nature
cure, poor patients were offered
treatment at subsidised rates and
those who could not afford, were
given free service. During the year, 20
patients were treated free of cost
from The Poor Patient Fund, while 138
patients from Urulikanchan and neighbouring villages were admitted at a subsidised fee.
Yoga Classes in Rural Areas
With the objective of promoting naturopathy and yoga as an important tool to maintain
health of the rural community, particularly women, 4 yoga centres have been

established at different
villages around Urulikanchan,
where regular yoga classes are
being conducted, benefitting
over 65 women. Around 25
health seekers from the
v i l l a ge h ave a l s o b e e n
a tt e n d i n g t h e m o r n i n g
sessions of yoga conducted at
the Ashram.
Support for Traditional Herbal Healers
Support for Traditional Healers in Tribal areas of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh
and Rajasthan was extended further, by organising two refresher training camps in
Gujarat, where 73 Vaidus who are engaged in herbal healing took part. It was heartening
to know that they have been receiving an increasing number of patients, even from
neighbouring towns.
International Yoga Day
International Yoga Day was celebrated at the Ashram on June 21, 2016, with over 200
people from the Ashram who practiced yoga as per the standard protocol received from
the Ministry of Indian System of Medicine (Department of Ayush). Lectures on Karma
Yoga and Bhagavad Gita and exhibition of books on Yoga and Naturopathy were also
organised. Naturopathy Graduate (BNYS) Internees performed artistic yoga formations
and the Ashram Yoga Instructors demonstrated Suddhi Kriya. Similar Yoga sessions were
also conducted at various locations in and around Urulikanchan, as presented in Table 3.
Table 3. Details of Yoga Sessions conducted under International Yoga Day
S. No. Institutes Village No. of Participants
1 Nisargopachar Ashram Urulikanchan 200
2 Mahatma Gandhi Vidyalaya Urulikanchan 3000
3 Swami Vivekananda High School Urulikanchan 750
4 Amar Education Society’s High School Koregaon Mul 800
5 Zilla Parishad Primary School Soratapwadi 40
6 Vishay Group Urulikanchan 60
7 English Medium School Ashtapur 300
Total 5150

Training Programmes
The following training programmes were conducted for different categories of
professionals during the year (Table 4):
Table 4. Training Courses Conducted
S. No. Institute Location No. of Participants
1 Vedanta Academy Panvel, Mumbai 27
2 Vaidu Bhagat Shibir Dhruva, Vansda,Gujarat 39
3 BAIF Warje, Pune 30
4 Vaidu Bhagat Shibir Dangs, Gujarat 34
5 Veteran Gandhians Aurangabad 20
6 Anekant Swadyaya Mandir Wardha 22
7 Kumud Bedarkar Group Kalyan, Mumbai 20
8 Lawyers' Association Pune 25
Total 217
Seminars / Workshops
= Talk by Dr. Milind Watwe in April 2016 on “Doves, Diplomats and Diabetes-Darwinian
interpretation of Type 2 Diabetes and related disorders”.
= Dr. Abhishek Devikar and Dr. Ameya Devikar attended workshop on importance of
ECG in clinical practice in Pune in August 2016.
= Ms. Bhagwati Mukhedkar attended a workshop on “Mantra Yoga” in Pune on July
23-24, 2016.
Donors
We express our gratitude to those who supported us through generous donations,
technical and morale support from time to time. List of donors who have donated over
Rs. 10,000 during the year is presented in Table 5.
Table 5. List of Donors
Names of Donors Amount (Rs.)
1. Ms. Kamala Giridharilal Valecha 2,00,000.00
2. Dr. Arjun Kumar A. Rathi, Ahmedabad 2,00,000.00
3. Mr. Hiran Sanghvi 2,00,000.00
4. Dr. B. L. Patil, Urulikanchan 51,000.00
5. Mr. Ramesh Agarwal 50,000.00
Names of Donors Amount (Rs.)
6. Mr. Sampat Kariwal 30,000.00
7. M/s. Maheshwari Agencies (through Mr. Kalia) 21,000.00
8. Mr. Vijay Kumar Gupta, Chandigarh 11,000.00
Management Team
The activities of the Ashram are managed by the Management Team, under the
directions of the Trustees. The List of Senior Officers is presented in Table 6.
Table 6. Ashram Management Team
S. No. Name Designation

Naturopathy
1 Dr. Abhishek Devikar Director
2 Dr. R. V. Nisal Principal Medical Adviser
3 Dr. Ameya Devikar Principal Doctor Naturopath
4 Dr. Kushan Shah Senior Naturopath
5 Dr. Gauri Shah Senior Physiotherapist
6 Dr. Samruddhi Vyas Junior Naturopath
7 Dr. Vandita Bagul Junior Naturopath
8 Dr. Lavanya Upadhyaya Junior Naturopath
Yoga
9 Ms. Bhagwati Mukhedkar Senior Yoga Teacher and Information Officer
10 Mr. Satish Sonawane Coordinator - Treatment and Yoga
11 Mr. Jalindar Wadekar Senior Yoga Teacher
Finance and Administration
12 Mr. R.L. Bhalke Coordinator - Finance and Administration
13 Mr. P.P. Kumbhar Joint Finance Co-ordinator
14 Mr. Udaykumar Adkoli Senior Manager (Administration)
15 Mr. Mahesh Chavan Senior Manager (Administration)

Annual Accounts
A summary of the Income and Expenditure incurred for the year 2016-2017 is presented
below:
Expenditure Amount (Rs.) Income Amount (Rs.)
To Operative Expenses 2,77,66,343 By Operational Income 3,80,26,230
To Expenses in respect of Properties 10,04,506 By Interest 31,38,907
To Transfer to By Donations 8,53,128
i. Ward and Facilities 1,01,00,000 By Other Income 15,46,966
ii. Community Welfare Fund 11,30,000 By Dividend on Shares 7,388
iii. Building Fund 70,00,000 By Profit on Sale of Asset 34,28,230
To Surplus 87,831
Total 4,70,00,849 Total 4,70,00,849
Inaugura on of Water
So ener Plant donated by
NOCIL, by
Shri. Hrishikesh Mafatlal,
Chairman
Water Reservoir
at Ashram

CASE STUDIES
Case 1. Management of Pompholyx

Pompholyx is a type of eczema that induces the development of ny blisters across the
fingers, palms of the hands and some mes the soles of the feet. It is also known as
dyshidro c eczema.
History: Mrs. SS, 35, was admi ed to the Ashram for 21 days, with a complaint of
pompholyx since 3 months. There was intense itching and burning of the skin on the
sides of the fingers and palms, which erupted into ny, itchy blisters that later led to fluid
discharge. She tried conven onal medica ons which did not give any relief.
Treatment: The treatment was focussed to reduce the discomfort and alleviate the
symptoms. Emphasis was given on fas ng therapy and diet which cons tuted of fresh
fruits and juices. Regular yoga which included asanas, pranayama and medita on was
prac ced every day. Treatments like mud packs, rice gruel and turmeric paste
applica on, enema, immersion bath with Epsom salt and hip bath was given to focus on
detoxifica on.
Diet Chart:
Time Diet Quan ty Days
7 am Kadha + jaggery 150 ml
8 am Carrot juice + Bo le gourd juice 200 ml
9 am Amla + Turmeric Juice 100 ml
10.30 Normal Diet:
am Vegetable soup -100 ml, Boiled vegetables-100 gm Days 1-3,
Jowar Bhakri -1, Vegetable soup 100 ml and 20-21
Boiled vegetables 100 gm Days 4-6, 19
Fruit Diet: Pomegranate / Sapota / Musk melon Days 7-8, 17-18,
Liquid Diet: Bo le gourd Juice /Carrot juice / Days 19-16
Lemon-Honey water/Tender coconut water
3 pm Carrot Juice 200 ml
4 pm Musk melon /pomegranate 200 gm

5.30 Normal Diet:
pm Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables100 gm Days 1-3,
Jowar Bhakri -1 and 20-21
Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables 100 gm Days 4-6, 19
Fruit Diet: Pomegranate / Sapota / Musk melon Days 7-8, 17-18,
Liquid Diet: Bo le gourd Juice /Carrot juice / Days 19-16
Lemon-Honey water/Tender coconut water
Yogic Prac ces

Sr. No. Prac ces Details Dura on
1. Yogasanas Tadasana, ryak tadasana, ardha Three Asanas on
chakrasana, ardha ka chakrasana, alternate days
vajrasana, matsyasana, sukhasana.
2. Pranayamas Anuloma-viloma, Bhramari 5 minutes twice a day
3. Medita on Awareness on Breathing, Medita on 10 minutes twice a day
4. Jnana Yoga Yogic Counselling Alternate Days
Naturopathy Treatments:
Sr. No. Treatments Frequency Dura on
1. Enema Daily : Days 9-16
Alternate days : Days 3-7
Weekly twice : Day 7 onwards -
2. Mud Pack-Abdomen Daily 20 minutes
3. Hip Bath Daily 8 minutes
4. Cold Abdomen pack Daily 20 minutes
5. Neutral immersion
bath with Epsom salt Daily 15 minutes
6. Rice gruel and
turmeric applica on Alternate days

Results Achieved:
A combina on of the above treatments showed excellent results in terms of discomfort,
itching and the lesions on her hand disappeared completely.
Before treatment A er treatment
Follow Up Advice: The pa ent was advised to follow the specified diet, Yoga,
Pranayamas, and simple home based treatments for next 3 months for further
improvement. She came for follow up visit every month, which showed excellent
improvement and she is now free of her problem.
Reported by Dr. Ameya Devikar
Case 2. Management of Avascular Necrosis

Avascular Necrosis (AVN), also known as Osteonecrosis, bone necrosis, bone infarc on,
etc. is a condi on in which the bone “dies” as a result of loss of circula on to an area of
the bone ssue. The word osteonecrosis is La n for bone death. In extreme cases, it can
result in collapse of a segment of the bone. When the surface of a joint is involved, it may
lead to progressive osteoarthri s. Avascular necrosis can occur as a result of an injury
that interrupts the blood supply, such as in AVN of the hip a er a fracture of the upper
femur (thigh bone). The exact mechanism for loss of circula on in these circumstances is
not well understood. Common body parts affected by AVN are the hip, knee, spine,
shoulder and wrist.

History: Mr. MG suffered from AVN since 4 years. He had come to the Ashram for 21 days
with a complaint of severe pain in the right hip which was radia ng to his legs. He also
had s ffness and pain on movement. He had taken various conven onal medicines and
later Ayurvedic and Homeopathy medicines for the last two years, but with li le relief.
He was referred to the Ashram by a co-passenger while travelling.
Treatment: The treatments focussed on reducing the pain and discomfort ini ally and to
prevent collapse of the joint surface. Treatments like Acupuncture, Physiotherapy,
Immersion bath with Epsom salt, enema and Steam bath were given. More emphasis
was given on exercises where he was counselled on benefits of exercises and how
exercises in the prescribed format can check the worsening condi on and show
improvement.
Diet Therapy:
7 am Kadha + Milk + Jaggery 200 ml
8 am Carrot juice 200 ml
9 am Raw potato and Turmeric Juice 100 ml
10.30 1. Normal Diet: Days 1-3,
am Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables100 gm and 18-21
Nachni Bhakri -1
Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables 100 gm Days 4-6,
2. Fruit Diet: Papaya/Pomegranate / Sapota / Days 15-17
Musk melon
3. Liquid Diet: Days 7-9
lemon honey water, Carrot juice, and 13-15
Tender coconut water, Orange juice 9-13
3 pm Kadha + Milk + Jaggery 200 ml
5.30 pm 1. Fruit Diet: Papaya / Pomegranate / Sapota / Days -3,
Musk melon and 16-17
4. Liquid Diet:
Lemon honey water, Carrot juice, 9-13
Tender coconut water, Orange juice

Yogic Prac ces:
1 Asanas Sukshama vyayama and asanas 20 minutes
2 Pranayamas Anuloma-viloma, Bhramari 10 minutes daily
3 Medita on Awareness on Breathing, 30 minutes every
Cyclic Medita on alternate day
1. Enema Daily – 1-2, 5, 9-13, 16, 20-21. -
2. Massage Daily 45 minutes
Mud Pack-Abdomen Daily 20 minutes
bath with Epsom salt Alternate Days 8 minutes
4. Steam bath Alternate Days 8 minutes
5. Acupuncture Daily for 10 Days 30 minutes
6. Short Wave Diathermy Daily for 10 Days 10 minutes
7. Interferen al Therapy Daily for 10 Days 10 minutes
Results Achieved:
Regular follow ups during the course of stay. A er undergoing the treatments for 8 days
there was reduc on in pain. A er fas ng, the s ffness also reduced considerably.
Towards the end of stay, 90% relief was observed. The subjec ve and objec ve findings
were taken into considera on to analyse the amount of improvement.
Follow up Advice: Pa ent was advised to follow the exercises and diet as prescribed. He
was asked to come back for follow up advice every 2 months.
Reported by Dr. Abhishek Devikar
Case 3. Management of Meralgia Paresthe ca

Meralgia paresthe ca - A painful mononeuropathy of the lateral femoral cutaneous
nerve, caused due to focal entrapment of this nerve as it passes through the inguinal
ligament.

History:
Mr. MS, 64, came to the Ashram with a complaint of Meralgia paresthe ca. He
complained of ngling and numbness in the outer thigh of the le leg. He also
complained of ache in the groin area and pain spreading across the bu ocks. The pa ent
was admi ed to the Ashram for 10 days.
Diet Chart:
Time Diet Qty Dura on
6 am Water 100 ml Daily
7 am Herbal tea with milk 100ml +100 ml Daily
8 am Carrot Juice / Bo le gourd juice 200 ml Alternate day
9 am Orange juice 200 ml Daily
10 am Apple 1 small size Daily
12 noon a) Nachni ro 1 + Boiled vegetable
200 gm + Chutney + Soup 200 ml Days 1-4
b) Juice diet therapy : Carrot, Bo le 400 ml juice
Gourd, Orange, Water melon juices of each Days 5-7
c) Fruit diet: Papaya /Apple / Guava / 300 – 500 gm Days 8-10
Water melon
3 pm Herbal tea with milk / Carrot Juice 200 ml Alternate day
6:30 pm a. 1 Nachni ro + Boiled vegetable
200 gm + Chutney + Soup 200 ml Days 1-4
b. Juice diet therapy: Carrot, Bo le
gourd, Orange, Water melon juices Days 5-7
c. Fruit diet: Papaya /Apple /
Guava / Water melon Days 8-10
9 pm Milk 200 ml Daily
Advised him to drink 2 litres of water/day.
Naturopathy treatments:
Therapy Dura on Frequency
Enema Daily Alternate day
Full body Massage therapy daily
with Coconut oil 45 min Daily

Mud bath on abdomen 30 min Daily
Steam bath 3 min Alternate day
Immersion bath at neutral temperature 20 min Alternate day
Abdomen Lapet 20 min Daily
Physiotherapy – Trac on 10 min Days 1-5
Acupuncture 30 min Days 1-10
Yoga Therapy:
Asana Pranayama Suddhi kriya Medita on
Pawanmuktasana Omkar Kapalbha medita on 45min
weekly twice.
U anpadasana Anulom Vilom
Bhujangasana Bhramari
Setubandhasana Deep breathing
Results Achieved: With the help of all above treatments and diet therapy, pa ent got
50% of relief in symptoms of ngling and numbness. He was able to walk about 500
metres at a stretch. He also got relief from discomfort of the bu ocks.
Follow Up Advice:
= Advised to follow given diet at home, which included more fruits in daily diet.
= Regular exercises given by Physiotherapist.
= Walking for 20 min daily (if in pain, advised not to walk).
= Prac ce yoga regularly, as advised by Yoga Instructor.
Reported by Dr. Kushan Shah
Case 4. Management of Arnold Chairi Malfunc on

Arnold Chairi Malfunc on is structural defect in the cerebellum and it can cause
headache, difficulty in focussing, concentra ng and thinking, fa gue, muscle weakness,
difficulty in swallowing, impaired coordina on, unsteady gait, ngling and numbness of
hand and feet.

History
Mr. CS, 22, came to the Ashram for 21 days, with a complaint of Arnold chairi malfunc on
since one year. He had difficulty in standing and walking without support, ngling and
numbness of legs and in coordina on.
Physiotherapy and Naturopathy Treatments:
The main aim of the treatment was to develop muscle strength so that he could stand or
walk independently, gain confidence and improve coordina on.
Treatment Dura on Physiological effect
Massage 45 minutes daily To improve blood circula on, increase
oxygen level and strengthen muscles
Steam Bath Daily 5 minutes For detoxifica on
Enema Every alternate day For detoxifica on
Physiotherapy- 20 minutes daily For nerve s mula on and facilitate
Faradic s mula on muscle contrac on
Exercise therapy- 20 minutes daily -To increase muscle flexibility
-Specific muscle stretching -To increase strength
-strengthening exercises -To improve coordina on
-coordina on exercises
Acupuncture 30 minutes daily Disease Specific points were given
Foot reflexology 20 minutes daily To improve nerve signals
Foot bath 20 minutes daily To improve circula on
Diet Chart:
Time Diet Quan ty Dura on
7 am Kadha with milk 100 ml + 100 ml Daily
8 am Carrot juice 200 ml Daily
9 am Sprouts 100 gm Daily
11 am Jowar ro 1 + vegetable + soup +
chutney + Bu er milk - Daily
3 pm Lemon water 200 ml Daily
4 pm Pineapple juice 200 ml Daily
6 pm Jowar ro 1 + vegetable + soup + chutney Daily
9 pm Papaya / Apple 100 gm Daily

Results Achieved:
The above treatments were given daily for 21 days, which helped in improving muscle
strength up to 2 grades, improving flexibility, balance and coordina on. He was able to
stand without support and walk with confidence.
Follow up advice:
At the me of discharge, the pa ent was advised to follow specific exercises and diet for
further improvement.
Reported by Dr. Gauri Shah
Case 5. Management of GERD and Insomnia

Gastro Esophageal Reflux Disorder (GERD) is the return of stomach’s content back into
the esophagus.
Insomnia is chronic complaint of unsa sfactory sleep, despite having adequate
opportunity to sleep
History
Mrs. SM, 43, was admi ed to the Ashram with a complaint of GERD and disturbed sleep
since 4 years. At the me of admission, she was not able to talk properly due to
con nuous belching almost 400-500 mes in a day.
Treatment:
The treatments were designed to reduce con nuous belching and hyperacidity. To
provide relief, treatments such as natural diet, yoga, kriyas, enema and mud pack (eye
and abdomen) were given.
Yoga Therapy:
Prac ces Details Dura on
Yogasana Pavanmuktasana,
Setubandhasana,
Shalabhasana, Vakrasana 45 min daily
Kriyas Vaman, Jala ne 3 mes a week
Pranayama Bramari, Anulom - vilom 10 minutes daily
Relaxa on QRT, Yoganidra 3 mes a week

Diet Chart:
7 am Tulsi Kadha 100 ml Daily
9 am Amla Turmeric Juice 40 ml Daily
10:30 am Normal Diet: Jowar bhakri 1+ chutney + Soup + Days 1-2 and 15
Vegetable Days 13-14
Raw diet + Bu ermilk 200 gm Days 3 - 4
Fruit Diet Days 6 -10
3 pm Tulsi Kadha + jaggery 100 ml Daily
5 pm Normal Diet: Khichdi 100 gm +
Vegetable 100 gm + soup 100 ml Daily
8.30 pm Papaya or pomegranate 100 gm Daily
Follow Up Advice:
At the end of 15 days, her condi on improved up to 75%. She was able to talk clearly
without belching difficulty as it had reduced up to 70-80 per day and sleep had also
improved. Follow up given was to prac ce Pranayam daily and Kriyas once a week.
Reported by Dr. Samruddhi Vyas
Case 6. Management of Psoriasis

Psoriasis is a chronic, relapsing disease, with variable clinical features and triggers. It is
characterised by thick patches of inflammed, scaly skin, created by abnormal, rapid, and
excessive prolifera on of skin cells. The cause of the disease is not known, but it is
believed to be an autoimmune disease, when the body mistakenly detects its own ssue
as foreign and a acks itself.
History:
Mr. ST came with a complaint of Psoriasis since 12 years. There were thick flaky lesions all
over his body. He complained of severe itching and at mes bleeding from the lesions. He
had tried conven onal medicine and other alterna ve medicines for quite some me
and came to the Ashram as a last resort.
Treatment:
The treatments emphasised on reducing discomfort ini ally and then focussing on the
root cause of the disease. Treatments like full body mud applica on, rice gruel and
turmeric applica on, Epsom salt bath, enema and hip bath were given to the pa ent.
Emphasis was on diet, by counselling on good effects of fruits and vegetables and how
fas ng can help in improving the condi on.
Diet Chart:
7 am Lemon + Honey + Water 200 ml
9 am Amla + turmeric Juice 100 ml
10.30 1. Normal Diet:
am Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables100 gm, Days 1-3, and 31,
Jowar Bhakri -1 32-33
2. Vegetable soup100 ml, Boiled vegetables 100 gm Days 4-6,
3. Raw Salads Days 7-9, 28-30,
4. Fruit Diet: Pomegranate / Sapota / Musk melon 25-27
5. Liquid Diet:
a) Juice diet Days 10-11,23-24
Lemon honey water, Carrot juice, Tender coconut
water, Orange juice
b) Water Fas ng: Days 12-17, 18-22
Lemon honey water, tender coconut water
3 pm Lemon honey water 200 ml
5.30 1. Normal Diet:
pm Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables 100 gm, Days 1-3, and 31,
Jowar Bhakri -1 32-33
Vegetable soup100 ml, Boiled vegetables 100 gm Days 4-6,
2. Fruit Diet: Pomegranate / Sapota / Musk melon
3. Liquid Diet: Days 28-30
a) Juice diet: Days 10-11
Lemon honey water, Carrot juice, and 23-27
Tender Coconut Water, Orange juice a) 12-17
b) Water Fas ng: Lemon honey water, b) 18-22
Tender Coconut Water

Yogic Prac ces
1. Pranayamas Anuloma-viloma, Bhramari 21 mes daily
2. Medita on Breath Awareness Medita on 45 min alternate days
S. No. Treatments Frequency Dura on
1. Enema Daily Days 18-22
Alternate days Other days
3. Hip Bath Daily 8 minutes
4. Full mud bath Alternate days 20 minutes
bath with Epsom salt Daily 15 minutes
6. Rice gruel and
turmeric applica on Alternate days
Results Achieved:
Regular follow up was done during the course of stay. At the end of Day 12, there was
considerable reduc on in itching and the flaking had also reduced. At the end of juice
fas ng, the skin had become much clearer and normal.
Follow up Advice: Pa ent was advised to follow a diet devoid of spicy and oily food and
cut down on maida (refined flour) products. He was asked to include 3 servings of fruits
and 2 servings of salad every day apart from his main meal. He was also advised to take
Epsom salt bath daily and rice gruel and turmeric applica on twice a week.
Case 7. Management of Chronic Kidney Disease

Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)- also known as chronic renal disease, causing progressive
loss in kidney func on over a period of a few months or years. The symptoms of
worsening kidney func on are not specific, which might include feeling generally unwell
and experiencing reduced appe te.

History:
Mr. KA, 32, was admi ed to the Ashram with a complaint of CKD since last 25 years.
Inspite of undergoing Renal Transplanta on twice, his parameters were s ll not under
control.
At the me of admission, his symptoms were:
= Some mes, Edema on the legs and peri orbital swelling
= Fa gue
= Proteinuria
= Dysnoea
Diet Chart:
6 am Water 100 ml Daily
7 am Kadha + Milk 100 ml +100 ml daily
8 am Bo le gourd juice 100 ml daily
9 am Amla+ turmeric Juice / Neem juice 20 ml Alternate day
10 am Raw Sprouts 100 gm daily
12 Jowar ro 1+ Boiled vegetable 100 gm
Noon + Chutney + Thin Dal 100 ml Days 1-5
Nachni ro 1 + Boiled veg. + Chutney Days 6-12
Rice + Dal 100 gm+ 100 gm Days 13-15
3 pm Kadha + Milk + Apple 100 ml + 100 ml Daily
6:30 1 Ro + Boiled Vegetable 200 ml
pm + Chutney + Rice 50 gm Daily
During his en re stay, he was on the above construc ve diet therapy. The pa ent was
advised to drink only 800 ml water in a day.
Enema Alternate day
Full body Massage therapy 45 min Daily
Spinal bath Twice a week
Steam Bath 5 min Every alternate day
Mud pack on Abdomen 30 min Daily
Hip Bath at neutral temperature 20 min Alternate day
Kidney pack 30 min Alternate day
Yoga Therapy:
Asana Pranayama Medita on
Pawanmuktasana Om kar Cyclic medita on 45 min twice a week.
Bhujangasana Anulom Vilom
Ka chakrasana Bhramari
Results Achieved:
Laboratory Reports:
Parameters Normal value Pa ent value on Pa ent value on
admission discharge
Serum Urea 15-40 mg / dl 75 62
Serum Crea nine 0.6 – 1.5 mg / dl 3.2 1.8
Serum total protein 6-8 gm / dl 10 7
Electrolyte 136-145/ 3.8-5.0 / 140/5.5/105 138/4.5/100
Sodium/Potassium/chloride 99-111 m Eq/L
Uric acid 3.4-7 ml/dL 6.8 4.5
Follow Up Advice
= Consume small and frequent meals at regular intervals.
= Follow meal mings. Avoid skipping any meal especially breakfast.
= Use less salt and fewer salty foods. This would help to control blood pressure.
= Use herbs and spices such as jeera (cummin) powder, coriander powder, curry
leaves, mint, fresh coriander, celery and ginger to enhance flavour in place of salt.
= Avoid salt subs tutes such as black salt and rock salt as they may contain potassium.
= Include whole grain cereals (wheat, rice), millets (ragi, jawar), corn and pulses in
daily diet.
= Consume low potassium fruits such as apple, pineapple, pear, papaya, and guava.
= Avoid fruit juices, coconut water and carbonated beverages.
Case 8. Management of Obstruc ve Sleep Apnea Syndrome
Obstruc ve Sleep Apnea Syndrome is a poten ally serious sleep disorder. It causes
breathing to repeatedly stop and start during sleep. This type of apnea occurs when the
throat muscles intermi ently relax and block airway during sleep. The most common
cause is usually obesity.
History: Mr. JK, 62, has been suffering from Obstruc ve Sleep Apnea Syndrome for last
14 years which became very severe since he gained 15 kg of weight in last 2 years,
reaching a massive 121 kg. While sleeping, pressure was exerted on the wind pipe due to
his big tummy, making it difficult for him to breath during sleep. He was using a C-pap
machine at night in order to get sleep. He was suggested to undergo 21 day treatment at
the Ashram.
Treatment: The root cause of the problem was heavy weight and par ally weak lungs.
The treatments mainly focussed on weight loss by giving a low calorie diet, exercises,
massage therapy to mobilise fat and other treatments to improve the metabolism.
Strategies to keep him ac ve and mobile were incorporated which helped him receive
good results.
Diet Chart:
7 am Kadha +Milk + Jaggery 100 ml
8 am Bo le gourd juice 200 ml
9 am Boiled moong 200 ml
10.30 am 1. Normal Diet:
Vegetable soup100 ml, Boiled vegetables- 1-3, and 18-21
100 gm, Jowar Bhakri -1, Bu ermilk 200 ml
2. Raw Salads: 200 gm Days 4-6, 15-18
3. Fruit Diet: Papaya/Pomegranate / Sapota / Days 7-11
Musk melon
3 pm Kadha+Milk +Jaggery 200 ml
4 pm Bo legourd Juice 200 ml
5.30 pm 1. Normal Diet:
Vegetable soup -100 ml, Boiled vegetables- 1-3, and 18-21
100 gm, Jowar Bhakri -1 Days 4-6, 7-11,
2. Fruit Diet: 15-18
Papaya/Muskmelon / Guava / Apple / Pear
Yogic Prac ces:
1 Asanas Sukshma vyayamas,
Suryanamaskaras and other asanas 45 minutes daily
2 Pranayamas Bhastrika, Kapalabha ,
Suryabhedana, sec onal breathing 20 minutes daily
3 Medita on Awareness on breathing 10 minutes daily
1. Neutral Enema Days 1,4,8,12,16,20 -
3. Steam bath Daily 10 minutes
4. Cold Hip bath Alternate Days 10 minutes
5. Neutral Immersion bath Alternate Days 10 minutes
6. Massage Full body 60 minutes
Results Achieved:
Following this diet, yoga and various treatments, he lost 12 kg weight in 21 days. His
breathing discomfort reduced in the first week itself and he could walk comfortably for
2.5 km at a stretch on his own towards the end of his stay. It was a dream come true.
Follow up Advice: Pa ent was advised to follow yoga, a healthy diet, avoid junk food,
non-vegetarian, oily and fried food. He was also advised to con nue brisk walking for 45
minutes daily. He was recommended to come for follow up visits every month for 6
months, followed by re-admission for 21 days to achieve the target weight.
Case 9. Management of Diabetes Mellitus with

Rebound Hyperglycemia and Hypoglycemia
Diabetes Mellitus with rebound hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia - a rebound high
blood glucose level in response to low blood glucose is a common phenomenon.
Amongst those who manage their blood glucose using insulin injec ons, this may take
the form of high blood sugar in the morning due to an excess amount of insulin during
the night.
History: Pa ent had previous history of angioplasty and re noplasty.
Management:
Aim: The goal of the treatment was to stabilise the blood sugar levels and insulin doses
and prevent further hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia.
Yoga Therapy
Annamaya kosha: Knee exercises
Pranamaya kosha:
= Kapalbha -10 minutes
= Anulom vilom - 10 minutes
= Bhramari -5 minutes
= Sheetali - 5 minutes
Naturopathy treatments
= Mud pack applica on on abdomen - 20 minutes daily
= Full body massage - 45 minutes daily
= Enema - alternate days
= Steam bath - 10 minutes on alternate days
= Spinal bath - 20 minutes on alternate days
= GH pack - 20 minutes on alternate days
= Kidney pack - 20 minutes on alternate days
Diet Chart:
= 5:30 am - Methi water
= 7:00 am - Kadha with milk 50 ml
= 9:00 am - Bo le gourd juice 200 ml
= 12 noon - Normal diet (Nachni Bhakri, vegetable, chutney, soup, bu ermilk) for
10 days; Later, raw diet with bu ermilk for next 10 days.
= 3:00 pm - Kadha with milk 50 ml
= 4:00 pm - Bo le gourd juice 200 ml
= 6:00 pm - Normal diet (Nachni Bhakri, vegetable, chutney, soup)
= 8:00 pm - Milk
= 8:30 pm - Papaya / Apple- 100 gm
Medicines Dosage
On admission FBS PPBS On discharge FBS PPBS
Insugen 30-0-24 234 343 18-0-8 160 192
As the pa ent had her Blood Sugar levels fluctua ng every day before her admission,
resul ng in severe hyper and hypoglycemia with tapering insulin doses every day, daily
record was maintained to monitor her BSL.
Date of Observa on FBS PPBS

29/7/2017 (on admission) 140 260
31/7/2017 264 375
2/8/2017 234 343
4/8/2017 177 345
5/8/2017 170 314
7/8/2017 129 310
10/8/2017 210 233
11/8/2017 201 201
14/8/2017 188 210
16/8/2017 170 200
19/8/2017 160 192
Medica on taken:
On Admission On Discharge
Insugen 30/70 30 – 0 – 24 18- 0 - 8
Telma 40 1- 0 – 0 medicine stopped
Cardivas 6.25 0–1–1 0–1–1
Coralan 5 mg 0–1–1 0–1–1
Prax 10 mg 0–0–1 0–0–1
Pivasta 2 mg 0–0–1 0–0–1
Istamet 1–0–1 0–½-0
Geminor M2 (SR) 1–0–½ 0–1-0

Results Achieved:
With insulin doses reduced, medicines tapered and by following the diet and exercise,
blood sugar levels were well stabilised and the pa ent did not experience any sort of
hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia during her stay.
Follow Up Advice:
Advised to follow strict diet module and exercises at home and follow up every month.
Reported by Dr. Lavanya Upadhyay
Case 10. Management of Bronchi s

Bronchi s - Inflamma on of bronchial tubes usually caused by virus and bacteria. Other
irritants are smoking and pollu on. There are two types of Bronchi s.
= Acute Bronchi s: This is a more common one. Symptoms last for a few weeks, but it
does not usually cause any problems.
= Chronic Bronchi s: This is more dangerous, as it keeps coming back or does not go
away.
Symptoms: Chest conges on, Shortness of breath, Wheezing and cough with mucus.
History: Mr. RM, 40, was admi ed for 21 days with complaint of Acute Bronchi s (dry
cough) and cons pa on. He used to take Benadryl dry cough syrup and Trifala churn.
Wheezing along with chronic conges on was present.
Massage - Til Oil Daily 45 min
Enema Alternate days -
Steam Bath Alternate days 10 min
Asthma Bath Alternate days 20 min
Hip Bath Daily 20 min
Disease Specific Yoga Daily 45 min
Hot Foot Bath Daily 15 min
Chest Pack Daily 15 min
Facial Steam Daily 2-3 min

Diet Chart:
Soothing construc ve diet comprising of fruits and juices
7 am Tulsi Kadha + Jaggery 200 ml daily
8 am Carrot juice 200 ml daily
9 am Tulsi + Adulsa juice 40 ml daily
10.30 am Normal diet (1 Jowar Bhakri + Vegetable + Soup + Chutney)
12 noon Tender Coconut Water 1 daily
3 pm Tulsi Kadha + Jaggery 200 ml daily
5.30 pm Fruits (Papaya, Pineapple, Pomegranate) Daily
Along with proposed diet, pa ent fasted on honey water, Tulsi Kadha and Coconut Water
for 7 days.
Results Achieved:
At the end of 21 days, pa ent experienced complete relief from cough, conges on,
wheezing and cons pa on. His condi on improved up to 90% and his medicines were
stopped completely.
Follow up Advice:
He was given a follow up chart along with breathing exercises, walking up to 2 km,
pranayams and diet including fibrous fruits, vegetable soups. He was asked to avoid
spices, non-vegetarian food, caffeine and dairy products. He was also advised to wear a
mask in crowded areas while travelling and maintain personal hygiene and sanita on.
Reported by Dr. Vandita Bagul
Case 11. Management of Inter Vertebral Disc Prolapse (IVDP)

with Scia ca
Intervertebral disc prolapse is protrusion of the disc between two spinal vertebrae.
Scia ca: Pain, ngling, numbness sensa on in the lower back radia ng to one or both
lower limbs.
History
Mrs. BS, 39, was admi ed to the Ashram for 21 days with a complaint of severe back pain
radia ng to her right leg since 4 years. She also had ngling and numbness in the en re

right leg. She was unable to stand or walk for more than 10 minutes. She had taken
medicines, which was giving only temporary relief.
Physiotherapy and Naturopathy Treatments:
The main aim of the treatment was to relieve pain, reduce the symptoms present in back
and leg, to strengthen the back muscles and to make her stand and walk without pain.
Following Naturopathy treatments were started :
Treatments Dura on Physiological Effects
Full body Massage 45 minutes daily For pain management and for
physical and mental relaxa on
Steam bath 5 minutes daily Helps to reduce back muscle spasm
and pain
Physiotherapy
Lumbar Trac on 10 minutes daily To relieve nerve compression
Interferen al therapy, 10 minutes daily To relieve pain, muscle spasm and
Ultrasound therapy improve blood circula on
Acupuncture 30 minutes daily For pain management
Local steam on back 2 minutes daily Reduce pain and muscle relaxa on
Specific back 20 minutes daily For back muscle strengthening
strengthening exercises (started a week and relieving muscle spasm
a er admission)
Neural stretching
exercises 15 minutes daily To relieve nerve compression
Prayer 30 minutes daily For mental relaxa on
Diet Chart:
7 am Kadha with milk 100 ml +100 ml Daily
9 am Amla and turmeric juice 50 ml Daily
11 am Normal diet (Jowar ro -1+ vegetable
100 gm + soup 100 ml + chutney 10 gm Daily
6 pm Fruits (Apple, Pomegranate, Grapes) 500 gm Daily
9 pm Papaya 200 gm Daily
Results Achieved:
A er taking above men oned treatments and diet for 15 days, her pain and other
symptoms reduced by 90%. Pa ent was able to walk and stand without pain.
Follow Up Advice: A more disease specific exercise programme was given a er 15 days
of treatment to be followed for 1 more month which further helped to strengthen
muscles. A few precau ons were given at the me of discharge such as to avoid forward
bending and heavy weight li ing. Ergonomic advice was given for disease preven on.
Case 12. Management of Rheumatoid Arthri s

Rheumatoid arthri s (RA) is an inflammatory disease that causes pain, swelling, s ffness
and loss of func on of the joints. It occurs when the immune system, which normally
defends the body from invading organisms, turns its a ack against the membrane lining
the joints.
History: Mrs. RS, 32, was admi ed to the Ashram for 30 days with a complaint of post
delivery Rheumatoid Arthri s since 5 years. She suffered from severe pain and s ffness
in all the joints. She was depressed, weak and anaemic with a haemoglobin level of 8. Her
weight was 35 kg and her blood report showed RA posi ve. On the day of admission, as
she was unable to walk due to severe pain in the knee and ankle joint, she came in a
wheel chair. She had tried conven onal medicine, ayurveda and homeopathy, without
any relief.
Treatments:
Aim of the treatment was to reduce pain, swelling, s ffness and reduce the discomfort
and improve the quality of life. Enema, warm oil applica on, immersion bath with Epsom
salt, cold abdomen packs, mustard pack to knees, neutral Epsom salt packs to the joints
and acupuncture was given during her stay. There was a significant reduc on in pain,
swelling and s ffness. Pa ent could walk with support a er Day 15 and was able to walk
without any support at the end of the stay.
Diet Chart:
7 am Kadha + Jaggery 150 ml
9 am Pomegranate juice 200 ml
10.30 am Normal Diet:
Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables Days 1-7,
100 gm, Jowar bhakri -1 26-30
Fruit Diet: Pomegranate / Days 8-25
Musk melon/Apple/ Figs
5.30 pm Vegetable soup 100 ml, Days 1-7,
Boiled vegetables 100 gm, 26-30
Fruit Diet: Pomegranate /Apple/ Figs Days 8-25
Yogic Prac ces

1. Pranayamas Anuloma-viloma, Bhramari 5 minutes twice a day
2. Medita on Breath Awareness, Medita on 10 minutes twice a day
3. Jnana Yoga Yogic Counselling Alternate days
1. Enema Alternate days: Days 3 - 7 -
2. Mud Pack - Abdomen Daily 20 minutes
3. Mustard Pack on Knees Alternate days
4. Cold Abdomen Pack Daily 20 minutes
5. Neutral immersion bath
with Epsom salt Daily 15 minutes
6. Epsom Salt pack on knees Alternate days 20 minutes
Results Achieved:
Combina on of above treatments showed excellent results in terms of pain, s ffness
and discomfort.

Follow Up Advice: The pa ent was advised to follow the specified diet, yoga, Pranayam,
and simple home based treatments for next 3 months for further improvement. She
came for follow up visit a er 6 months. She was free from pain and had gained 7 kg. Her
quality of life had improved and she was following all the guidelines .
Case 13. Management of Gastri s

Gastri s occurs when the lining of the stomach becomes inflammed a er it has been
damaged. It is a common condi on with a wide range of causes. For most people,
gastri s is not serious and improves quickly if treated , and if not, it can last for years.
History: Mr. SP, 53, came to the Ashram for 14 days with a known complaint of Gastri s
for last 2 years. He had taken allopathic medicines which helped him in the acute phase
of the disease but symptoms appeared again a er the medica ons were stopped. He
had heard of the Nisargopachar Ashram from many people but was never able to spare
14 days due to his busy schedule.
Treatment: The treatments were planned considering the chronicity of the disease.
A satvik diet to soothen the stomach, various hydro therapies to reduce inflamma on
and Yoga to manage stress were advised. This showed good improvement during his
stay.
Diet Chart:
7 am Cold Milk + Jaggery 100 ml
9 am Pomegranate Juice 200 ml
10.30 am 1. Normal Diet:
Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables Days 1-3,
100 gm, Jowar Bhakri 1, Bu ermilk 100ml and 12-14
2. Fruit Diet: Papaya/Pomegranate / Sapota / Days 6-7,
Musk melon 10-11
3. Liquid Diet: Lemon honey water, Plain water Days 8-9
5.30 pm 1. Normal Diet:
Vegetable soup -100 ml, Boiled vegetables- 1-3, and
100 gm, Jowar Bhakri -1 12-14
2. Fruit Diet: Papaya/Pomegranate / Sapota /
Musk melon 4-6, 7,10,11
3. Liquid Diet: Lemon honey water, Plain water Days 8-9
Yogic Prac ces:

1 Asanas Daily except during fas ng 45 minutes
2 Pranayamas Cooling pranayamas like Sheetali, 20 minutes daily
Sheetkari, Sadanta and
Chandrabhedana
3 Medita on Awareness on breathing
Relaxa on Techniques 10 minutes daily
4 SMET Self Management of
Excessive Tension 30 minutes daily
1. Neutral Enema Daily – 1-3,5,8, 9,11,13, -
2. Mud Pack -Abdomen Daily 20 minutes
3. Cold Abdomen pack Alternate Days 20 minutes
4. Cold Hip bath Daily 10 minutes
5. Ice massage on the
abdomen Alternate Days 10 minutes
6. Massage Except on Abdomen 45 minutes
7. Neurotherapy Giving Specific pressure on 30 minutes
specified points on the body for 5 days
using the feet

Results Achieved:
Ini ally, adjus ng to a low salt, boiled and non-spicy food was difficult but from Day 3
onwards, he could adjust well. From Day 6, he started responding well and the burning
sensa on, pain and discomfort started reducing. During fas ng, he was a bit anxious but
the counselling sessions helped him to calm down and overcome anxiety. By the end of
14 days, he did not have any symptoms.
Follow up Advice: Pa ent was advised to follow Yoga, a healthy diet and to avoid dietary
triggers like oily, spicy, fried, nned and canned foods. He was also advised to come for
follow up visits every month to ensure good healing even at home.
Case 14. Management of Varicose Ulcer and Obesity

Varicose Ulcers are wounds occurring due to improper func oning of venous valves,
usually of the legs. Obesity is a condi on of excessive accumula on of body fat, which
will have nega ve effects on health.
History
Mrs. SV was admi ed for 15 days for treatment of varicose ulcer of bilateral ankle,
obesity and hypothyroid. She had a history of umbilical hernia (operated).
Treatment: She was given the following treatments during her stay.
= Enema 3 days /week
= Daily bath with water boiled with neem leaves (Nimjal snan)
= Daily eye pack
Yoga Therapy: Prescribed only Pranayam and Relaxa on.
Diet Chart:
8 am Carrot juice 200 ml Days 1-2; 12-13
9 am Wheat grass juice 100 ml Days 1-2
10:30 Normal diet : Jowar bhakri 1 + boiled vegetables Days 1-2; 13
am 100 gm + Vegetable soup 100 ml + chutney Days 3; 11-12
Fruit diet
Water fas ng Days 4-7
Juice diet Days 8-10
3 pm Tulsi kadha 100 ml Days 1-3; 11-13
5:30 Khichdi + chutney + Vegetable soup Days1-2; 11-13
pm Fruits Day 3
Water fas ng Days 4-7
Juice diet 8-10
Result Achieved: She was very comfortable with the treatment and diet.
Drug Tapering Chart:
Medica on Day 1 Day 13
Cyplox 500 1-0-0 ½-0-0
Thyronorm 1-0-0 ½-0-0
At the end of 13 days, her condi on improved up to 70%. She was able to walk properly,
her pain reduced, weight decreased and there was par al healing of varicose ulcer of
ankles.
Case 15. Management of Anorexia Nervosa

Anorexia Nervosa is a psychological illness or ea ng disorder that usually occurs in
teenage or adult women, but it also occur in males. People with anorexia (loss of
appe te due to psychological block) are obsessed about remaining thin. They lose
weight leading to maintenance of body weight 15% below normal and are petrified of
regaining weight or becoming fat.
History:
Mrs. CR, 35, came to the Ashram with a complaint of Anorexia Nervosa. On admission,
she had symptoms of loss of appe te, fear of gaining weight, greater amount of hair on
face and body, irregular menstrual periods, confusion, poor memory and lack of
adjustment a tude. The cause was family influences on body weight gain and
emo onal temperament.

Diet Chart:
Goal of Nutri on management:
= To restore weight
= Normalise ea ng pa ern
= Achieve normal percep on of hunger
During her stay, she was on construc ve diet only, which included protein and
carbohydrate, to prevent weight loss.
Time Diet Dura on

6 am Water 100 ml + Raisins 20 Daily
7 am Herbal tea 100 ml + Milk 100 ml Daily
Carrot juice 200 ml Daily
9:30 am Bu ermilk 200 ml Daily
10 am Sprouts 200 gm + Banana 1 Daily
12 Noon Wheat ro 2 + Boiled vegetables 200 gm + Chutney + Dal 100 ml Daily
3 pm Herbal tea 100 ml with milk 100 ml + Apple 1 Daily
6:30 pm Khichdi + Boiled vegetable + Bu ermilk Daily
9 pm Cow's milk 100 ml with 2 teaspoon honey Daily
Enema Alternate day
Full body massage 45 min daily Daily
Mud bath on abdomen 30 min Daily
Steam bath 3 min Weekly twice
Immersion bath at Neutral temperature 20 min Alternate day
Spinal bath 10 min Daily

Yoga Therapy:
Asana Pranayama Suddhi kriya Medita on Walking Counselling
Pawanmuktasana Om kar Kapalbha 45 minutes 1 hour Once
twice a week per day during stay
U anpadasana Anulom Vilom
Bhujangasana Bhramari
Setubandhasana Deep
breathing
Tadasana Surya bhedan
pranayama
Results Achieved:
A er 10 days of treatment, her appe te had improved and stress had reduced. She
learnt to cope up with stress and to remain healthy. She was followed up for 3 months.
Her menstrual cycle had also become regular.
Follow Up Advice:
= Small meals should be planned to avoid re-feeding syndrome and maximise
tolerance.
= Gas forming and fa y foods should be limited.
= Regular walk for 1 hour every day to improve metabolism.
= Regular exercise, yoga and medita on.
= Consump on of high protein, moderate carbohydrate and low fat diet.
Case 16. Management of Obesity and De-addic on of Tobacco

Obesity is a condi on where body fat increases and accumulates due to lack of physical
ac vi es and irregular ea ng habits. In such cases, sedentary lifestyle plays an important
role.
According to WHO guidelines, a person with BMI of 30 or more, is generally considered
obese. Obesity is a major risk factor for chronic diseases like diabetes, cardio vascular
disease, musculoskeletal disorders such as osteoarthri s and some types of cancers.
History: Mr. UM, was admi ed to the Ashram for 24 days with complaint of obesity and

addic on. The symptoms included anxiety, irritability, restlessness, depressed mood,
insomnia and cons pa on.
He was given the following treatments:
Massage Daily with Til Oil 45 min
Enema Alternate days -
Mud Pack (Abdomen) Daily 15 min
Steam Bath Alternate days 10 min
Eye Pack Daily 10 min
Spinal Bath Alternate days 15 min
Yoga Daily 45 min
Medita on Alternate days 45 min
Walk Daily 45 min
Diet Chart:
The following diet therapy was advised:
Normal diet Jowar bhakri 1 + vegetable + chutney + soup First 2 days
Raw diet Salads of carrot, cucumber, beet,
green vegetables + sprouts Next 8 days
Juice fas ng Juices of carrot, watermelon, coconut water,
Tulsi Kadha Next 3 days
Water fas ng Coconut water and lemon with honey Next 6 days
Normal diet Jowar bhakri 1 + vegetable + chutney + soup Next 3 days
Results Achieved:
Combina on of the above Naturopathy treatments showed excellent result in allevia ng
the symptoms associated with addic on. At the end of 24 days, he lost 10 kg and was rid
of tobacco addic on.
Follow up advice:
He was given Diet chart, exercises and yoga to maintain weight. He was also advised to
avoid junk, non-vegetarian, oily and spicy food, bakery products and sweets. Daily walk
up to 3 -5 km and fas ng once a week on raw salads and juices were also suggested.
Case 17. Management of Total Knee Replacement Surgery (TKR)
Total Knee Replacement Surgery is a surgical procedure to replace the weight-bearing
surfaces of the knee joint to relieve pain and disability. It is most commonly performed
for severe osteo-arthri c condi ons of knee joint.
History
Mrs. S, 60, had severe osteo-arthri s of both knee joints. She underwent bilateral knee
replacement surgery. A er taking adequate rest, she came to the Ashram for
physiotherapy as an outdoor pa ent for a month.
Aim of the treatment was:
- To reduce post opera ve pain
- To reduce post-opera ve joint s ffness and improve range of mo on
- To reduce swelling
- To make her walk independently
The following Physiotherapy treatments were given:
Treatments Dura on Physiological Effect
Infra red radia on 15 minutes daily To relieve pain and swelling
Isometric quadriceps exercise 20 repe ons To improve strength
Knee joint mobilisa on 10 repe ons To improve range of mo on
Ac ve knee exercises 15 repe ons To maintain achieved range
Gait training Daily Walk independently
Cycling Daily 15 minutes To maintain normal range and
improve strength
Following Diet Programme was given:

7 am Kadha with milk 50 ml Daily
9 am Water melon juice / Orange juice 200 ml Alternate days
11 am Jowar ro , boiled vegetables, soup,
curd, chutney Daily
3 pm Kadha with milk 100 ml + 100 ml Daily

6 pm Jowar ro , boiled vegetables, soup,
chutney Daily
8 pm Fruits (papaya) 100 gm Daily
9 pm Cow's milk 200 ml Daily
A er following the above diet for a month, her pain and swelling went off. She was able
to bend her knees completely and walk normally without any external support.
Follow Up Advice: She was asked to con nue the exercises at home for two more
months.
Case 18. Management of Hiatus Hernia

Hiatal hernia is a condi on in which the upper part of the stomach bulges through
an opening in the diaphragm. The diaphragm is the muscle wall that separates the
stomach from the chest. The diaphragm helps keep acid from coming up into the
esophagus. In case of hiatus hernia, acid comes up easily leaking from the stomach
into the esophagus, which is known as the gastro esophageal reflux disease (GERD).
The symptoms of GERD are: Heart burn, Problems of swallowing, Dry cough and Bad
breath.
History:
Mrs. TP came to the Ashram with a complaint of severe acidity, burning sensa on in
stomach, chest and throat and regurgita on of food at night. She had been diagnosed
with hiatus hernia since 4 years. She was taking antacids regularly since then but her
problems did not subside. She stayed at the Ashram for 15 days.
Treatments:
Treatments and diet focussed on reducing her acidity and heart burn and also to reduce
the regurgita on leading to disturbed sleep. An alkaline diet rich in fruits, boiled
vegetables and soup were given during the course of stay.
Treatments like massage, mud pack to abdomen, cold hip baths, cold abdomen pack and
hot and cold compress were given to reduce the acid secre on and discomfort.

Diet Chart:
Time Diet Days
7 am Honey 1 teaspoon + water 200 ml
9 am Pomegranate juice 200 ml
10.30 am Normal Diet:
Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables 100 gm, Days 1-7;
Jowar Bhakri 1 13-15
Fruit Diet: Pomegranate / Musk melon / Apple/ Figs Days 8-12
3 pm Bo le gourd juice 200 ml
5.30 pm Khichdi 100 gm, Vegetable soup100 ml, Days 1-7;
Boiled vegetables 100 gm, 13-15
Fruit Diet: Pomegranate /Apple/ Figs Days 8-12
Yogic Prac ces

S. No. Prac ces Details Dura on
1. Pranayamas Anuloma-viloma,
Bhramari, sheetali, seetkari, sadanta 5 mes twice daily
2. Medita on Awareness on Breathing, Medita on 10 minutes twice daily
3. Jnana Yoga Yogic Counselling Alternate days
1. Enema Alternate days: Days 3-7 -
3. Cold hip bath Daily 20 minutes
4. Cold Abdomen pack Alternate days 20 minutes
5. Hot and cold compress
on abdomen Alternate days 12 minutes

Results Achieved:
Combina on of satwik diet and suppor ve treatments helped to reduce the symptoms
like severe acidity, belching and regurgita on of food.
Follow up Advice: The pa ent was advised to follow the specified diet. She was advised
to have small por ons of food 6 mes a day rather than having 3 large meals. She was
also advised to finish her dinner before 7 pm so that there was sufficient gap between
dinner and bed me. She was asked to prac ce Yoga, Pranayam and simple home based
treatments for next 3 months for further improvement.
Case 19. Management of Drug Induced Skin Allergy Associated with

Rheumatoid Arthri s
History:
Mrs. MS, 44, came with a complaint of drug induced skin allergy associated Rheumatoid
Arthri s. The pa ent had severe skin red rashes and disturbed sleep because of itching
and small joint pains, mainly in inter phalangeal joints. She was admi ed to the hospital
before coming to the Ashram for 10 days. Inspite of all kinds of treatment, the pa ent did
not get any relief.
Diet Chart: During the stay, she was on construc ve and soothing diet therapy.
Time Diet Dura on
6 am Warm water 200 ml Daily
7 am Honey 10 ml + Water 200 ml Daily
8 am Carrot Juice 200 ml Daily
9 am Amla + turmeric juice / Neem juice 40 ml Alternate day
10 am Steamed Sprouts 100 gm Daily
12 Noon Normal Diet: Jowar ro 1+ Boiled vegetable 100 gm
+ Chutney + Soup 100 ml Days 1-5
Fruit Diet: Papaya/Apple/ Guava 300-500 gm Days 6-10
3 pm Carrot Juice 200 ml Daily
6:30 pm Normal Diet: Jowar ro 1 + Boiled vegetable 100 gm
+ Chutney + Soup 100 ml Days 1-5

Time Diet Dura on
Fruit Diet:
Papaya /Apple / Guava 300-500 gm + Soup 200 ml Day 6-10
Enema daily Daily 1-5
Alternate days 6-10
Full body Massage therapy 45 minutes Daily
Full Mud bath 30 minutes Weekly once
Rice flour and turmeric paste
applica on on body 30 minutes Alternate days
Full body Neem water immersion bath 20 minutes Daily
Abdomen Lapet 30 minutes Daily
Hip bath 20 minutes Alternate days
Physiotherapy 1 hour
(IFT / Ultra Sound/Wax therapy) per session Days 1-5
Yoga Therapy:
Asana Pranayam Sudhi Kriya Medita on Walk
Pawanmuktasana Omkar Kapalbha Medita on 45 min. 15 min slow
twice a week. walking advised
in the morning
and evening.
U anpadasana Anulom Vilom Kunjal kriya
Bhramari,
Shitali
pranayam
Results Achieved:
Pa ent got relief a er 10 days of treatment. Her rashes, itching and pain in the joints had
reduced. She felt fresh and energe c.

Laboratory Reports:
Parameters Normal value Pa ent value Pa ent value
on admission on discharge
Electrolyte 136-145 / 3.8-5.0 /99 -111
Sodium/Potassium/chloride mEq/L 140 /4.1 /107 138 /4.0 /100
Uric acid 3.4-7.0 mg/dL 5.5 4.5
ESR 0-29 mm/hr for women 50 20
IgE 150 and 300 UI/ml. 1200 400
Medica ons:
Name of medicine On admission On discharge
T. Omnacor l 5mg 0-0-1 S.O.S
T.Dolo 650mg 0-0-1 0-0-0
T.Avil 0-1-0 S.O.S
T.Pan 40 1-0-0 0-0-0
T. Allegra -180 0-1-1 S.O.S
Follow Up Advice:
= Try to avoid spicy and oily food.
= Avoid wheat; it can be subs tuted with other cereals, millets, rice.
= Have black raisins, 20 pieces daily in the morning.
= Always take thin dal in place of thick dal; Avoid Tur and Urad dal.
= Always carry a list of allergy medicines.
= Walk 30 minutes daily.
= Take warm water bath for pain relief.
Case 20. Management of Migraine and Celluli s

Migraine is usually a moderate or severe headache felt as a throbbing pain on one side of
the head. Many people also have symptoms such as nausea, vomi ng and increased
sensi vity to light or sound. Migraine is a common health condi on, affec ng around
one in every five women and around one in every 15 men and which usually begins in
early adulthood.
Celluli s is a common bacterial skin infec on, which may first appear as a red, swollen
area that feels hot and tender to the touch. The redness and swelling o en spread
rapidly. In most cases, the skin on the lower legs is affected, although the infec on can
occur anywhere on the body or face. Celluli s usually affects skin surface, but it may also
affect the underlying ssues of skin. Celluli s is usually painful.
History: Mrs. AL, 44, came with a complaint of migraine since 9 years and celluli s of foot
since 3 years. She came to the Ashram a er trying various treatments. Migraine had
impacted her daily rou ne which made her seek treatment op ons, whereas celluli s
caused her difficulty in walking due to swelling and occasionally pain in the foot.
Treatment: She stayed for two weeks at the Ashram. Based on the limita ons like
difficulty in walking and frequent migraine a acks, treatments like Elimina ve
Diet, Acupuncture, Yoga, Hot foot bath, Enema and Hip bath were planned. Special
emphasis was given on Stress management as stress was one of the relevant factors in
this case.
Diet Chart:
Time Diet Days
7 am Kadha + Milk + Jaggery 100 ml
9 am Pomegranate Juice 200 ml
10.30 am Normal Diet: Vegetable soup 100 ml, Boiled vegetables Days 1-2; 12-14
100 gm, Jowar bhakri 1
Fruit Diet: Papaya / Pomegranate / Sapota / Days 4-6, 11-12
Musk melon
Liquid Diet: Lemon honey water, Tender coconut water Days 6-9
5.30 pm 1. Normal Diet: Days 1-2; 12-13
Vegetable soup -100 ml, Boiled vegetables-100 gm, and 13-14
Jowar Bhakri -1
2. Fruit Diet: Papaya/Pomegranate /Sapota / Musk melon 3-5,10-11
3. Liquid Diet:
Lemon honey water, Carrot juice, Tender coconut water, Days 6-9
Orange juice
Yogic Prac ces:
1 Asanas Daily except during fas ng 45 minutes
2 Pranayam Except Bhastrika and Kapalabha 10 minutes daily
3 Medita on Awareness on Breathing
Relaxa on Techniques 10 minutes daily
1. Neutral Enema Alternate Days: 1,3,5,7, 9,11,13 -
3. Hot foot bath Daily 20 minutes
4. Cold Hip bath Alternate Days 10 minutes
5. Neutral Spinal Bath Alternate Days 10 minutes
6. Massage Except on legs 10 minutes
Results Achieved:
On Day 2, there was a migraine a ack which could be a ributed to change in lifestyle and
withdrawal from tea, oily and spicy food. Later, by following the treatments, there was
no migraine a ack and the celluli s showed reduc on in swelling and pain a er 6 days.
Towards the end of stay, the celluli s of foot had reduced by 95%, and no migraine was
observed.
Follow up Advice: Pa ent was advised to follow yoga, a healthy diet and avoid the
dietary triggers of migraine. She was also advised to take oil applica on with hot
fomenta on and do regular dressing of the wounds.
Case 21. Management of Obesity and PCOD

Obesity is a condi on where a person has accumulated so much body fat that it might
have a nega ve effect on their health. PCOD is mul ple small cysts in ovaries, which
occur when the regular changes of a normal menstrual cycle is disrupted.

History
Ms. Pl was admi ed with complaints of obesity and PCOD. Her weight was 154 kg of the
me of admission. Her anthropometric measurements were taken on day one and a day
before the discharge.
Naturopathy treatment: She was given the following treatments
1. Massage Daily 45 minutes
2. Enema Alternate days
3. Mud pack - Abdomen Daily 20 minutes
4. Steam bath Daily 3 - 4 minutes
5. Abdominal pack Daily 40 minutes
6. Hot and cold compress to abdomen Alternate day 15 minutes
7. Hip bath Alternate day 20 minutes
8. Walk Daily 45 min. -1 hour
Yoga Therapy: 45 minutes yoga includes Suryanamaskara, Asanas, Pranayamas.

Diet Chart:
Time Diet Days
8 am Carrot juice 200 ml Days 1-12; 31-33
Bo le gourd juice 200 ml Days 13-30
9 am Amla juice 40 ml Days 1-12
Pineapple juice 200 ml Days 13-32
10:30 am Normal diet: Jowar bhakri 1 + bu ermilk+ Vegetable Days 1-2& 20-33
+ chutney
Ro 1 + chutney + Soup Days 6-9; 15-17
Raw diet + bu ermilk Days 3-5; 18-19
Fruit diet: Papaya, apple, mosambi Days 11-12
Juice diet Days 13-14
3 pm Tulasi kadha 100 ml Daily
5:30 pm Normal diet: Vegetable soup + Jowar ro 1+ Days 1-7& 33
Vegetable + chutney Days 18-19
Soup + Vegetable + Fruits Days 15-17; 20 -24
Days 8-14; 25-32
Result Achieved:
At the end of 33 days, she weighed 141.9 kg, with improved stamina and flexibility.
Exercise and diet module was given to follow at home.
Case 22. Management of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (DM)

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is a long term metabolic disorder that is characterised by high
blood sugar, insulin resistance and lack of insulin. Symptoms include frequent urina on,
increased thirst, loss of hunger, feeling red and sores that do not heal. Long term
complica ons include diabe c re nopathy, stroke, kidney failure and poor blood flow in
the limbs.
History
Mrs. KB, 55, was admi ed for 8 days with complaint of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (on
Insulin) since 15 years with hypertension and Grade 2 obesity. Her weight was 92 kg. The
goal of treatment was to lose weight and manage blood sugar level.
1. Massage with l oil everyday
2. Enema with Neem water every alternate day
3. Mud Pack on abdomen daily
4. Steam bath every alternate day
5. Cold Spinal Bath every alternate day
6. Gastro Hepa c pack alternate day
7. Kidney pack alternate day
8. Disease specific Yoga daily
Diet Chart:-
Time Treatment Frequency
5 am Soaked methi seeds and its water Daily
7 am Tulsi kadha with milk Daily
8 am Bo le gourd juice Daily
9 am Bi er gourd juice + Boil Mung Daily

Time Treatment Frequency
11 am Normal Diet: Nachni Bhakri 1 + Boiled vegetables +
Soup and chutney Daily
3 pm Tulsi Kadha with milk Daily
6 pm Boiled vegetables + Soup + Chutney Daily
8 pm Papaya Daily
Laboratory Reports:-
Status At the me of Admission At the me of Discharge
Fas ng Blood Sugar 237 170
PP Blood Sugar 317 198
Medicines At Admission On discharge
Insulin Lantus Injec on 100 IU/ml
Humalog Injec on 100 IU/ml
Jalra M 50 500 mg
Win BP –Trio 20 1
Results Achieved:
During the stay, insulin tapered down and weight reduced by 4 kg..
Follow up:
She was given a follow up chart for home with diet and yoga schedule. She was advised to
avoid sweets, refined flour products and non-veg food.
Case 23. Bipolar Disorder

Bipolar disorder, also known as manic depressive illness, is a brain disorder that causes
unusual shi s in mood, energy, ac vity skills and ability to carry out day to day tasks.
History
Mrs. A , 55, was admi ed to the Ashram for 21 days with a history of anxiety, depression
and insomnia (Grade 3), since 20 years. Pa ent complained of panic a acks every
alternate day leading to violent behaviour. Pa ent also had a history of Obsessive
Compulsive Disorder (towards cleaning stuff), associated with auditory hallucina ons.
She also had a past history of tennis elbow and ur caria occasionally.
Management
Aim: The aim of the treatment was to acquire mental calmness, reduce the intensity of
anxiety and depression and regularise the sleep pa ern.
Treatment given:
Counselling: The pa ent underwent regular Yogic counselling which dealt with posi ve
thoughts, mo va onal informa on and all the aspects of healthy living, healthy diet,
basic aspects of life and Yoga.
Naturopathy treatments
= Walking daily for 45 minutes
= Full body massage with coconut oil - 45 minutes
= Full tub bath with cold temperature on alternate days - 20 minutes
= Neutral spinal bath on alternate days - 20 minutes
= Hot foot bath on alternate days - 20 minutes
= Acupuncture – daily – 30 minutes
= Neurotherapy – daily – 6 days.
Yoga Therapy
Annamaya Kosha Pranamaya Kosha Manomaya Kosha Vijnanamaya Kosha
Surya namaskaras Deep breathing Yog- Nidra Yogic counselling
Sukshma vyayama Anulom Vilom Omkar chan ng
U anpadasan Bhramari
Pavanamuktasan
Setubandhasan
Bhujangasan
Diet Chart
7:00 am : Tulsi Kadha with milk - 200 ml daily
8:00 am : Carrot juice - 200 ml daily
9:00 am : Pomegranate Juice - 200 ml
10:30 am : Normal diet -
Jowar bhakri 1 + vegetable + soup + chutney + bu er milk for days 1 - 3.
Raw diet with bu ermilk for next 3 days (Days 4-6)
Fruit diet - Pomegranate, watermelon and muskmelon
with soup for next 3 days
12:00 pm : Tender coconut water or Neera, daily.
3:00 pm : Tulsi Kadha with milk – 200 ml
5.30 pm : Soup, vegetable, chutney for the first 3 days followed with fruit diet for
remaining days.
Results Achieved:
Pa ent was not under any psychiatric medica on during her stay at the Ashram. Though
ini ally the pa ent found it difficult to handle things, as days passed, with regular
counselling, treatment and diet, the pa ent was very coopera ve in all her ac vi es. She
did not experience any kind of mood swings. The tendency for anger and violence had
reduced by 80%, sleep pa ern was normal, OCD had reduced by 60% and she was very
comfortable in adjus ng with her fellow mates. The pa ent had created good rapport
with all her fellow mates, official and non-official staff at the Ashram.
Follow Up Advice:
The pa ent was advised to follow the given instruc ons regarding Yoga, Pranayam,
Exercise and Diet at home and advised to come back a er 6 months.
Case 24. Management of Facial Palsy

Facial palsy is weakness or paralysis of facial muscles.
History
Mrs. SS, 45, was admi ed to the Ashram for 15 days, with a complaint of right side facial
muscle paralysis since one month. She was unable to close her eyes, or smile on the right
side and her speech was sluggish. She was on medica ons, without much relief.
Physiotherapy and Naturopathy treatment:
Treatment Dura on Physiological Effect
Facial Massage 20 minutes daily For muscle strengthening
Steam bath 4 Minutes To Improve circula on
Faradic and galvanic 30 minutes daily To s mulate nerve func on and
Electrical s mula on to facilitate muscle contrac on
Acupuncture 30 minutes daily Specific points for facial palsy
were given

Treatment Dura on Physiological Effect
Exercise therapy 20 minutes, thrice daily To strengthen weak muscles
Prayer 30 minutes daily For mental relaxa on
Medita on 45 minutes For mental relaxa on
Diet Chart:
Time Diet Dura on
7 am Kadha 100 ml with milk 100 ml Daily
8 am Carrot Juice 200 ml Daily
9 am Amla and turmeric juice 50 ml Daily
11 am Wheat ro 1+ vegetable 100 gm + Soup 100 ml + Chutney 10 gm Daily
4pm Coconut water 1 Daily
6 pm Jowar ro -1+ vegetable- 100gm + soup- 100ml + chutney- 10 gm Daily
8 pm Papaya 100 gm Daily
Results Achieved :
At the end of the treatment, her condi on had improved up to 90%. She was able to close
her eyes completely and speak normally. She had regained her confidence.
Follow Up Advice: At the me of discharge, she was advised to follow a par cular
exercise programme for one more month for complete recovery.
Case 25. Management of Hypertension

Hypertension is the condi on present when blood flows through the blood vessels with
a force greater than normal. Also known as high blood pressure.
History
Mr. A, 35, was admi ed to the Ashram for 7 days with complaint of hypertension and
chronic hyperacidity caused by alcohol. On admission, he was well oriented. He went
through the detoxifica on process and he felt be er.

1. Massage Daily 45 min
2. Enema Alternate days
3. Mud pack - Abdomen Daily 20 min
4. Spinal bath Daily 15 min
5. Hip bath Alternate day 20 min
6. Hot foot bath Daily 15 min
7. Walk Daily 45 min -1 hour
Diet Chart:
Time Diet Days
8 am Carrot juice 200 ml Days 1-3 & 7
Bo le gourd juice 200 ml Days 4-5
9 am Orange juice 200ml Days 1-3 & 7
Pineapple juice 200 ml Days 4-5
10:30 am Normal diet: Jowar bhakri 1+ bu ermilk +
vegetable+ chutney Days 1-3 & 7
Raw diet + bu ermilk Days 3-6
Juice diet Days 4-5
1:30 pm Nira 200 ml Daily
3 pm Dudhi juice 200 ml Daily
5:30 pm Normal diet :Vegetable soup + 1 jowar ro +
vegetable + chutney Days 1-2; 6-7
Fruits Days 3
Juice diet Days 4-5
Achieved:
Days Weight Pulse Blood pressure
Day 1 78 78 160/110
Day 4 75 130/82
Day 6 75 74 122/80
Day 7 74 72 120/80

At the end of 7 days, his condi on improved up to 75%, redness of the eye decreased,
blood pressure was under control and craving for alcohol also came down.
Case 26. Anxiety Disorder with Rheumatoid Arthri s

Rheumatoid Arthri s is a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect more than just
the joints. The condi on can also damage a wide variety of body systems, including the
skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels. This auto-immune disorder occurs when the
immune system mistakenly a acks own body ssues.
History
Ms. A, 25, was admi ed to the Ashram for 30 days with a history of Rheumatoid Arthri s
since 2 years, associated with repeated panic a acks, depression and anxiety since one
year. The last panic a ack was a week before admission to the Ashram.
Pa ent had persistent severe joint pain on bilateral knees, bilateral shoulders, bilateral
wrists, fingers, toes associated with swelling and redness and pain over the
temporomandibular joint on and off. There was deformity and restricted movement in
all the fingers. Pa ent had voluntarily stopped all medica on since 5 to 6 months.
Management through Naturopathy and Yoga :
Aim of the treatment was to relieve joint pain and s ffness, to increase the range of
movement in the joints, and reduce the RF factor to RF nega ve, and to reduce
frequency of anxiety and panic a acks.
Diet Chart:
5:00 am : Methi water daily
7:00 am : Tulsi Kadha with jaggery and milk 200 ml daily
8:00 am : Carrot juice 200 ml daily
9:00 am : Water melon juice 200 ml daily
10:30 am : Normal diet: Jowar bakri 1 with sabji, soup and chutney for first five days.
Raw diet: For next 3 days
Juice diet for 3 days
Water fas ng along with coconut water for 20 days
3:00 pm : Tulsi Kadha with jaggery and milk 200 ml

4:00 pm : Mixture of bo le gourd and carrot juice 100 ml
5:30 pm : Normal diet - Jowar Bhakri, vegetable, soup and chutney for first 5 days
followed by Fruit diet - Papaya, Pomegranate, Musk melon and Apple for
next 3 days followed by Juice diet and water fas ng.
Full Body Massage with medicated Nirgudi oil- 45 minutes daily.
Enema – every alternate day
Mud pack applica on daily on the abdomen for 20 minutes
Full immersion Tub bath of neutral temperature with Epsom salt for 20 minutes -
alternate days
Steam bath- alternate days for 5 minutes
Acupuncture with electrical s mula on - 30 minutes daily
Physiotherapy treatments - Interferen al Therapy on neck and right shoulder.
Wax bath – bilateral arms and bilateral ankles
Yoga Therapy
Annamaya Kosha Pranamaya Kosha Manomaya Kosha
Sukshma vyayama, Suryanamaskaras, Deep breathing, Yoga nidra
Merudandasan Setubandhasan, Anulom Vilom Omkar chan ng
Bhramari, U anapadasan, Ujjayi, Vaman
Results Achieved:
At the end of 30 days, pa ent had very good results. Joint s ffness and swelling reduced
by 96%. There were no problem of joint movements and pa ent was able to flex and
extend the fingers freely without discomfort and pain. The RF Factor which was 1000
before admission, was 86 at the end of 30 days. Pa ent did not experience any sign of
anxiety or panic a acks during her stay.
Follow up Advice:
The pa ent was given a diet chart which included an oxidant rich food to eat at home
with regular joint exercises to improve the mobility of the joints. She was advised to go
for water fas ng once in 6 months.

Case 27. Management of Anorexia
Anorexia (Decreased sensa on of appe te) is a very serious condi on which can lead to
severe physical problems like loss of muscle strength, reduced bone strength and quality
of life. Many possible causes exist for decreased appe te like Hyper-vitaminosis D, TB,
Thalassemia, Drug addic on.
History: Mr. RM, 23, was admi ed to the Ashram for 18 days with complaint of Anorexia
due to Vitamin D Toxicity (Hyper Vitaminosis), Cervical S ffness, Indiges on and severe
weight loss. He suffered from mood swings, hair fall, redness, difficulty in concentra ng
on day to day work. Some mes, he experienced stomach pain. His tongue was fully
white coated.
The treatments include the following:
Massage – Coconut oil Daily 45 min
Enema Alternate Day -
Mud Pack Daily 15 min
Steam Bath Daily 10 min
Local Steam Daily 5 min
Yoga Daily 45 min
Diet Chart:
The pa ent was kept on a combina on of the following diet:
Raw diet Salads, fruits 1- 2 Days
Juice fas ng Carrot, Amla+Turmeric, Tulsi kadha,
Bo le guard juice, mosambi juice 3-8 Days
Water fas ng Tender Coconut water, Honey water 9- 14 Days
Normal diet Jowar bhakri 1 + vegetable + Soup + Chutney 15-17 Days
Result achieved:
At the end of 18 days, combina on of above treatments showed good results. His tongue
got cleared. He regained his appe te. Cervical s ffness reduced. He started feeling more
energe c and confident. He got relief from indiges on and stomach pain. He can now
walk without redness.
Follow up Advice:
He was advised to con nue yoga, neck exercises, walk and satvik diet at home along with
simple home based treatments like hip bath, fas ng on juices once a week. Pa ent was
called a er a month for further follow up.
Case 28. Management of Stress, Insomnia and RA through Yoga

Stress is physical or mental inability to cope up with the situa on. Insomnia is Musculo-
skeletal pain, that affects the muscles, ligaments, tendons and bones.
Mrs. VA , 74, was admi ed to the Ashram for 21 days with a complaint of Rheumatoid
Arthri s and Insomnia, since 15 years. She had severe pain on the back, knee, neck,
shoulder and elbow, which was affec ng her daily rou ne. Due to poor sleep, she used to
feel red in the morning leading to depression and helplessness.
History – She is a re red teacher. She had been taking Ayurveda and Allopathic
medicines for 15 years without any relief .
Yoga Therapy:
Sukshma Vyayama: Fingers, wrist, elbow, shoulder, neck and knee.
Yogasanas: U anpadasana, Sarlpawanpu asana, Setubandha, Ka chalana,
Niralambasana, Bhujangasana, Shalbhasana, Vakrasana, Marjrasana, Parvtasana,
Tadasana, Ka chakrasana.
Kriya: Kapalbha , Vaman.
Pranayama- Anulom Vilom, Bhramri, Ujjai, Suryabhedana, Nadanusandhan - Omkar 11
mes, Anulom Vilom 11 mes and Gayatri mantra 11 mes.
Results Achieved:
A er 15 days 90% pain had reduced. She started ge ng sound sleep a er 10 days.
Mental tension reduced and she started feeling fresh throughout the day.
Follow Up Advice- She was advised the following at home:
Walk at least 3- 4 km daily; Perform the following yoga for an hour a er bath:
- Shuksm Yayam, Type of ka chalan-5, U anpadasana, Pawanmu asana, Setubadha,
Niralambasana, Bhujagasana, Shalbhasana, Vakrasana, Marjrasana, Tadasana,
Ka chkrasana.
- Kapalbha - 10 min, Anulom Vilom - 10 min, Ujjai - 5 min, Surybhedan - 5 min and 11
mes Omkar.
Reported by Mr. J.J. Wadekar

Case 29. Management of Scia ca and Hypertension through Yoga
Mr. AN was admi ed to the Ashram for 10 days with a complaint of pain in the lower back
radia ng to legs and hypertension. He was given Naturopathy treatment such as yoga
therapy, physiotherapy and diet therapy during his stay.
Yoga Therapy for Scia ca
= Sahajhasta Bhujangasana = Shalabhasana
= Ardha tali = Anantasana
Yoga Therapy for Blood Pressure
= Awareness on Breathing = Omkara = Deep Breathing
Results Achieved:
A er he started the prac ce of prescribed Asanas, pain and s ffness reduced and he felt
comfortable. His pain reduced by 90%.
Follow Up Advice
He was advised to con nue the same Asanas and Pranayams at home.
Reported by Ms. Bhagwa Mukhedkar
Case 30. Management of Type 2 DM and MSP through Yoga

Mrs. LA, 56, was admi ed to the Ashram for 21 days with Type 2 DM, Musculo-skeletal
pain, mainly back and shoulder pain since 13 years.
History – She was a housewife suffering from diabetes, for which she had taken
allopathic medicines but she had pain in the joints, which increased day by day. She
experienced pain in the leg while walking.
Yoga Therapy
= Daily Exercise of fingers, wrist, elbow, shoulder, neck and knee and back
= Yogasanas - U anpadasan, Pawanmu asan, Setubandh, Saral Matsyasana,
Ka chalan type of 5, Niralambasan, Bhujangasana, Shalbhasana, Vakrasana,
Marjrasana, Ustrasana, Parvtasana, Badhakonasana, Tadasana, Ka chakrasana
= Kriya - Kapalbha
= Pranayam - Anulom Vilom, Bhramri, Ujjai, Suryabhedan
= Omkar - chan ng, 11 mes before sleep

Results Achieved:
A er 15 days of Yoga sadhana , pain reduced by 80% and blood sugar became normal.
Period Weight Blood Pressure FBS PPBS
Before 72 kg 146/92 174 238
A er 68 kg 122/80 100 146
Follow Up Advice
= Walk minimum 3-4 km daily. Perform yoga for an hour a er bath.
= 11 mes - Anulomvilom, Omkar-11 mes and Gayatri 11 mes.
= Shuksm Vyayam, Type of ka chalan-5, U anpadasana, Pawanmu asana,
Setubadha, Niralambasana, Bhujagasana, Shalbhasana, Vakrasana, Marjrasana,
Tadasana, Ka chkrasana.
= Kapalbha - 10 minutes, Anulom Vilom - 10 minutes, Ujjai - 5 minutes, Surybhedan - 5
minutes and Omkar chan ng 11 mes.
Reported by Mr. J.J. Wadekar
Case 31. Management of Dyspepsia through Yoga

Ms. AU was admi ed to the Ashram for 15 days, with a complaint of diges on problem.
She was given the following naturopathy treatment during her stay.
Yoga Therapy for Indiges on: Surya Namskara, U an padasana, Pawan Muktasana,
Setubandhasana, Bhujangasana, Shalabhasana, Naukasana, Vakrasana, Anantasana.
Kriyas: Vaman, Ne and Kapalbha
Pranayamas: Anulom vilom, Ujjayi, Suryabhedan and Bhramari
Results Achieved: A er prac cing the prescribed Asanas, pain and s ffness had
reduced. Pa ent felt comfortable and her pain reduced by 65-70%.
Follow Up Advice
She was advised to con nue the same Asanas and Pranayam at home.
Reported by Ms. Bhagwa Mukhedkar
Case 32. Management of Scia ca, Back Pain and Obesity by Neurotherapy
PRN, 54 years, was suffering from Scia ca and Back pain for two years. She suffered from
severe stress and took pain killers and allopathic medicines, which gave temporary relief,
but the severe pain con nued. She was unable to stand even for ten minutes, without
pain. She took admission to the Ashram on August 21, 2017.
Treatment Details: She was treated by Dr. Lavanya and Neurotherapy treatment was
given by Mr. Sonawane for 10 days.
Results Achieved:
Before the treatment, the pa ent could not walk even a short distance. She had to wait
and sit for a while. She could not even sleep properly because of the severe back pain.
The treatment for the first three days helped in relaxa on of back muscles and waist
muscles, making the pa ent comfortable and confidence. She got relief from pain.
Hence, she decided to extend her treatment period for 10 days. A er the treatment, her
condi on changed significantly.
Follow up Advice
Take simple exercises, walking, asanas and pranayama, everyday in the morning. Follow
daily rou ne as prescribed and take meals on me. Rest is the best remedy.
Reported by Mr. Sa sh Sonawane
Case 33. Management of Le Sided Hemiparesis through Neurotherapy

Mr. RNG, 72, had paralysis a ack on May 31, 2017, with blood pressure at 150/90,
affec ng le hand, le leg and eye, but there was some delay in providing medical
assistance. On the same day, he was admi ed to the hospital ll June 3. Doctors
suggested suitable exercise for recovery. He was admi ed to the Ashram on June 24.
Treatment:
With regular naturopathy treatments, Neurotherapy treatment was introduced from
June 26 for 11 days, to improve muscle tone, balance of body and to increase the muscle
strength.
Results:
Pa ent responded posi vely a er two days of neurotherapy treatment. He started
walking without the support of walker and could maintain the balance of the body. His
muscle strength had increased. He regained his normal life and turned happy and
posi ve in life.
Follow up Advice
He was advised morning exercises, walk, simple asanas and pranayama, along with
prescribed food as per the me schedule and medicines as prescribed by doctors. He
started feeling much be er.
Reported by Mr. Sa sh Sonawane

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NISARGOPACHAR GRAMSUDHAR TRUST

ANNUAL REPORT 2016-17

Nature Cure Ashram, Urulikanchan, Pune

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Nisargopachar Gram Sudhar Trust, Urulikanchan, Pune

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The age-wise distribution of obesity patients is presented in Figure 3. Among 1522

Figure 3 : Age Group wise Distribu on of Obesity

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S. No. Name Designation

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Case 1. Management of Pompholyx

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Yogic Prac ces

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Before treatment A er treatment

Case 2. Management of Avascular Necrosis

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Case 3. Management of Meralgia Paresthe ca

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Case 4. Management of Arnold Chairi Malfunc on

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Case 5. Management of GERD and Insomnia

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Case 6. Management of Psoriasis

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Case 7. Management of Chronic Kidney Disease

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Case 9. Management of Diabetes Mellitus with

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Case 10. Management of Bronchi s

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Case 11. Management of Inter Vertebral Disc Prolapse (IVDP)

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Case 12. Management of Rheumatoid Arthri s

Yogic Prac ces

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Case 13. Management of Gastri s

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Case 14. Management of Varicose Ulcer and Obesity

Case 15. Management of Anorexia Nervosa

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Time Diet Dura on

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Case 16. Management of Obesity and De-addic on of Tobacco