In the rush of modern life, mornings often begin with alarms, screens and hurried schedules. Ayurveda,India’s ancient science of life offers a gentler and more conscious alternative-DINACHARYA, the daily rhythm that connects you with nature’s intelligence, and is widely recommended in many ayurvedic treatment centre programs.
Dinacharya ,according to ayurveda, is a daily routine that promotes self care through different daily activities. It emphasizes the importance of the health of a healthy person and curing the disease of an ill. The Ayurvedic practice of Dinacharya refers to daily self care routines which are cleansing and rejuvenating.
It comprises of waking up in the early morning, praising God, Drinking water early morning after wakeup malamootravisarjana,cleaning of teeth, tongue scraping, cleaning of face, mouth gargling, application of collyrium, nasal medication, medicated smoking, oiling of head, physical exercise, bath, proper dressing, smearing body with perfume, proper food intake, chewing of betel leaves ,attending prescribed profession, eating at night and finally proper sleep. By following daily regimens(dinacharya) one will be able to follow a healthy lifestyle thereby maintaining health.These practices are also encouraged during panchakarma treatment in Mumbai to support deeper detoxification and balance.
- BRAHAMA MUHURTA JAGARANA:
Wake up early in the morning at Brahmamuhurta. Brahmamuhurta means 1 to 1.5 hrs before sunrise. It is the most satvik and peaceful time of the day, satva guna prominent, the best time to meditate and study. The body is well rested after night’s sleep and the mind is alert , focused and peaceful. It is the most pure time of the day when the atmosphere is calm and minimal pollution.
- USHNAPANAM:
Drinking water in an empty stomach which is lukewarm. This will help to kill unwanted bacteria present in buccal cavity and maintain oral hygiene, release constipation.
- MALOTSARG:
Excretion should be done by keeping in silence, not paying attention to other works.It is included in daily routine because holding of feces causes cramps in the calves ,headache etc.
- DANTHA DHAVANA:
It may be of arka trees.
Main properties :
Rasa of dantun : kashaya,tikta,katu kapha nashak.
The tip of the tooth should be soft,not dry,or hard
5. JIHWA NIRLEKHANA:
Copper or steel tongue should be used.Front part should not be sharp and crooked in shape.It should destroy mouth disease,tongue disease, and bad breath.
6.AACHAMANA:
Mouthwash
7.ANJANA:
It is good to apply a collyrium called sauviranjana to the eyes daily. Rasajanam should be applied once in a week and at night time.
Time to apply anjanam: Early in the morning.
8.NASYA:
Medicine or any kind of medicated oil, choorna is used through the nostrils called Nasya karma
After anjana,Anutaila is prescribed for nasya.
9.KAVALA AND GANDHUSHA:
The quantity of medicine or liquid which is kept only in the mouth and cannot be rotated here and there is called Gandhusha and which is kept only in mouth and rotated here and there is called KABALA.
It gives strength to the mandible,clarity of mouth,lightness and clarity of sense organs and gives good taste.
10.DHUMPANA:
Inhaling medicated dhuma.If this dhuma received through the nostrils it is dhumapana.
It is the best way to get rid of highly polluted kapha located in the head.
11 .ABHYANGA:
Should be resorted to daily,it wards off old age,exertion, and aggravation of vata,good vision,nourishment to body,long life,good sleep,good skin.
It should be done specially to the head,ears and feet.
12.VYAYAMA:
Lightness (of the body),ability to do hard work, keen digestion, depletion of excess fat, stable,distinct physique from physical exercise
13.SNANA:
Improves appetite, sexual vigor, life span, valor, strength removes itching,dirt ,exhaustion, sweat, stupor, thirst ,burning sensation and sin
14.UDVARTANA:
Massaging the body with soft fragrant powder mitigates kapha,liquefies the fat, produces stability of the body parts and excellence of skin.
15.BHOJANAVIDHI:
In the middle of the first hour of the night,food should be consumed in lesser quantities than during the day. Slow digestive food should be avoided at night.
16.SHYANA:
The early night and early morning are for the practice of veda study ,so the middle time of six hours is considered suitable for sleeping.
BENEFITS OF DINACHARYA:
- Better digestion and metabolism
- Improved energy and focus
- Stronger immunity and detoxification
- Better health,positive attitude,prevent lifestyle disorders by keeping physiological functions in normal condition.
- Creates uniformity in the body and in the mind.
DINACHARYA AT AGNI AYURVEDA VILLAGE:
| 7am | Yoga | Start your day with a good stretch, a deep
breath and a happy mind. |
| 8am | Pratimarsha Nasyam | Cleansing your airway with medicated oil/ghee
and to nourish your nervous system |
| Aschyotanam | Medicated eye drops for refreshing, clean
and clear vision |
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| Gandusham | Oil Pulling / Medicated water gargling | |
| Detox Water | Special Medicated Drinks are served for your daily
detoxification |
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8am-9am |
Breakfast |
A warm hug to your gut in the morning |
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8:30am-12pm |
Prescribed Ayurvedic therapy (45 minutes) |
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| 11:30am | Fruits/Juices/Immunity Boosting Drink | |
| 12pm | Therapeutic Yoga | Focusing on strengthening each area/
joints of your body and improving your mental and physical efficiency. |
| 1pm | Lunch | Relish our sattvic food and experience
healthy food options which will make you realise that healthy eating can also be “starvation free”, well-balanced and sustainable. |
| 4pm | Snacks | Healthy and filling snacks. And the good news
is that there’s no reason to restrict yourself from snacking the Agni way! |
| 3pm-6pm | Ayurvedic therapy focusing on your area of health concern
(30 minutes) |
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| 6:30pm-7:30pm | Meditation | If you want more inner peace, well-being
and happiness you must learn to meditate |
| 7:30-8:30pm | Dinner | Light, freshly prepared, easily digestible food
that will help you achieve a good night sleep. |
| 10pm | Sleep |
All of the above schedule is subject to changes according to health concerns and therapy sessions as prescribed by Doctors.
At AGNI AYURVEDA VILLAGE , we believe that every sunrise is an invitation to start anew to awaken ,cleanse
and connect deeply with your inner fire –THE AGNI.
Embrace Dinacharya and let your mornings become a sacred ritual of self care and balance.
Dr ARDHRA PRABHAN
