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Sleep and Ayurveda
Ayurveda emphasizes the importance of balanced sleep for overall health and well-being, viewing it as one of the three pillars of life, alongside diet and energy management. According to Ayurvedic principles, sleep disorders can result from imbalances in the body's doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—each of which affects sleep differently. Remedies often include lifestyle changes, herbal treatments, and relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation. Ayurveda also advocates for "Brahma muhurta" (early morning waking) to harmonize the body’s natural rhythms, enhancing the quality of sleep and promoting mental clarity. By aligning sleep patterns with Ayurvedic principles, individuals can improve their physical, mental, and spiritual health
About the Speaker
Vaidya Ankur Kumar Tanwar
Assistant Professor, Rajshree Ayurvedic Medical College, Uttarpradesh
Vaidya Ankur Kumar Tanwar is a graduate of University of Delhi. He obtained his M.D. in Ayurvedic Physiology (Kriya Sharrir) from Ayurvedic & Unani Tibbia College, University of Delhi. Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar has 14 years’ experience in Ayurveda clinical practice, with special interest in skin disease, Reproductive health and sleep health. He is on the board of many national, international journals with more than 50 publications. He is the receiver of Indra award, Dr. B.R.Ambedkar award, Young researcher award, Excellence award for Ayurveda research. He is invited speaker in Loksabha TV, Govt. of India. He is involved in scientific and evidence based researches and clinical trials in the field of Ayurveda. He is well known for their dedication, compassion and expertise in Ayurveda
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