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Even as China and Korea are increasing their share in the $62 billion herbal drugs market worldwide, Indian exporters of ayurvedic drugs are finding it extremely difficult to tap this high-growth segment.

There are a number of big names like Lupin, Cipla, Alkem and J B Chemicals in this area, but exports of herbal or ayurveda medicines from India stand at a tiny $0.25 billion.

Exporters have been strapped by a European Union (EU) stipulation that requires 30 years safe usage data. This effectively prevents the entry of new players from India who also face the possibility of being blacklisted for the presence of heavy metals in their medicines.

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William Farley, Chairman and Owner of Farley Industries based in Chicago, IL and former CEO of Fruit of the Loom, bought his first company, Anaheim Citrus Products, in 1976. In 1977, he acquired Baumfolder, a subsidiary of Bell & Howell. Farley also became a part owner of the Chicago White Sox in 1976.

Today, Mr. Farley is about to launch a new Nutraceutical home business opportunity called Zrii; which can be viewed at ManifestCashNow.com. Bill Farley has been a friend of Dr. Deepak Chopra for many years and it all started when Dr. Deepak Chopra passed on an ancient secret on to his friend, Mr. Farley. The ancient secret found in the Zrii super tonic is Amalaki and the Chopra Center for Wellbeing wholeheartedly endorses Zrii.

Amalaki (emblica officinalis) grows at the base of the pristine Himalayan mountain range in northern India. In its pantheon of thousands of fruits and herbs, Ayurveda describes amalaki as the single most important botanical for promoting cellular rejuvenation, immune function, and increased vitality.

Simply stated, Amalaki has one of the richest and most documented legacies of any fruit known today. In fact, Amalaki has been revered as the “Nurse”, the “Great Rejuvenator”, and the “Fruit of Immortality” for centuries, due to its numerous healing properties and its ability to nourish the body on all levels. This little fruit even has its own holiday in which families share a meal under the tree, while giving thanks for the strength and luster promoted by the fruit.

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Rajya Sabha

The matter regarding qualified practitioners of Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy systems prescribing allopathic medicines has been examined in depth by the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India in Civil Appeal No.89 of 1987 Dr. Mukhtiar Chand & Others versus State of Punjab & Others. Representations have been received from time to time on this matter and accordingly Department of AYUSH entrusted the study of the contemporary acts on medical practice in the light of judgement of Hon’ble Supreme Court in 1987 Dr. Mukhtiar Chand & Others versus State of Punjab & Others and other similar judgements. Drugs can be sold and supplied by a Pharmacist or a Druggist only on a prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner and who can also store them for treatment of patients.

According to Section 2 (ee) of the Drugs and Cosmetics Rules, 1995, Registered Medical Practitioner means a person -

(i) holding a qualification granted by an authority specified or notified under Section 3 of the Indian Medical Degrees Act, 1916 (7 of 1916), or specified in the Schedules to the Indian Medical Council Act, 1956 (102 of 1956); or

(ii) registered or eligible for registration in a medical register of a State meant for the registration of persons practicing the modern scientific system of medicine (excluding the Homoeopathy system of medicine); or

(iii) registered in a medical register (other than a register for the registration of Homoeopathic practitioners) of a State, who although not falling within sub-clause (i) or sub-clause (ii) is declared by a general or special order made by the State Government in this behalf as a person practicing the modern scientific system of medicine for the purposes of this Act.

Hon’ble Supreme Court upheld the validity of Rule 2 (ee) (iii) as well as the notifications issued by various State Governments thereunder allowing Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy practitioners to prescribe allopathic medicines.

In view of the above judgement, Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy practitioners can prescribe allopathic medicines under Rule 2 (ee) (iii) only in those States where they are authorized to do so by a general or special order made by the concerned State Government in that regard. Practitioners of Indian Medicine holding the degrees in integrated courses can also prescribe allopathic medicines if any State act in the State in which they are practicing recognizes their qualification as sufficient for registration in the State Medical Register.

This information was given by the Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Dr. Anbumani Ramadoss in a written reply to a question in the Rajya Sabha.

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“Research Advances in Traditional Medicine: Challenges and Opportunities”

India is a storehouse of traditional knowledge of medicine. In this context a two day international conference is being organized on Research Advances in Traditional Medicine: Challenges and Opportunities. The conference is set to take place on October 30, 31 2007 at the Convention centre, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi. For further information please contact:

Mr. Kamal Bhatia, Organizing Chairman,
4/C/17, ld Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi - 62.
Ph: 011-25714812, 09312229338, 9810949338
Email: fpnp4urgoodhealth@yahoo.com

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Indian systems of Medicine mainly Ayurveda is getting acceptance and popularity through out the world mainly because of its holistic approach. As per the findings of WHO more than 75% of the population in developed countries are using complementary and Alternative Traditional Medicine like Botanicals, Herbals which is part and parcel of Ayurveda. Ayurveda is having much more potential in some areas like minimal invasive Para-surgical measure and so on.

The Anushastra Karma i.e. minimal invasive Para-surgical measure of Ayurveda, particularly Ksharasutra is gaining acceptance and popularity in fistula-in-ano and other selected ano-rectal disorders. In India, many general surgeons and proctologists are also practicing this art routinely, considering the cost-effectiveness and safety of this unique approach. In view to mainstream this measure among surgeons of other systems of medicine and to popularize the role of Ksharasutra, the Central Council for Research in Ayurveda and Siddha (CCRAS) in the Department of AYUSH has initiated a National campaign on Ksharasutra from 24th August 2007 throughout the country. The campaign will be launched with national level workshop in association with ICMR to be held on 24th and 25th of August in the auditorium of AIIMS, New Delhi. The practicing general surgeons, proctologists, academicians from premier Medical Colleges will be participating in this Two days workshop.

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Amrita Ayurveda Hospital is an important part of Amma’s noble aspiration to revitalise India’s ancient medical heritage and a wonderful opportunity for the entire world to obtain the finest treatment in Ayurveda. The hospital is situated on 25 acres of land near the backwaters along the coast of Kerala, 3 kms west of the National Highway near Karunagappally. Adjacent to Amrita Ayurveda Medical College, this is a fully functional 250-bed Ayurvedic hospital, staffed with highly qualified and experienced medical practitioners. The hospital, comprising one-half of the 2,00,000 square feet area of the entire campus, has many state-of-the-art medical facilities, including an X-ray room, ECG, ultrasound, ICU, several operation theatres and a fully equipped lab with the capacity to make all varieties of pathological investigations. There is also a casualty department, a labour room and a panchakarma clinic where all type of panchakarma treatments are performed. In addition, the hospital campus includes 5 acres of medicinal garden (currently under development) and a well-equipped pharmacy for making Ayurvedic medicines.

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August, New Delhi: Goodcare Pharma Pvt. Ltd., a company focused on lifestyle Ayurvedic Medical Solutions is set to revolutionize the diabetes control solutions with the launch of its benchmark ayurvedic medicine for diabetics - Diabet Guard.

Diabet Guard is a 100% natural medicine for the treatment of diabetes that effectively reduces the blood sugar level and keeps it under control. A composition of 20 time-tested herbs, such as Jamun, Karela and Neem etc., it stimulates the pancreas - to generate insulin while also fighting insulin resistance, thus making Goodcare Diabet Guard the perfect natural and affordable remedy for Diabetes.

This potent herbal formulation also helps to prevent the allied complications associated with diabetes. Diabetes can be controlled and a patient can lead normal life if he takes care of himself by adopting right treatment.

Goodcare Diabet Guard is an effective and affordable remedy for diabetes, and a 100gm pack is available for Rs. 68.00. Offered in granules form, addresses the core problem by effectively reducing blood sugar and keeping under control. A recent study in the USA over a ten-year period showed that if patients keep their “blood sugar close to normal” they could reduce the risk of ailments by 50% or even more.

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Clinical study of Ayurvedic Approach, Mamsagni Rasayana & Panch Karma in the Active Management Of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy: 28 Patients

• Mukesh D Jain BSc BAMS MD PPHC (Apollo Hosp) FISCA FAMY (France)

• Prof M P Pandey Former Dean of Ayurveda, Ravi Shankar University, Program Director, Panch Karma Clinic on Neuro Muscular Disease, Sanjivani Ayurvedic Wellness Center, Supela, Bhilai 490023 India

Abstract:

A small care through clinical research trial involving Gold bhasma based Mamsagni Rasayana (MRG) along with Til-Mash pinda swedana, Shat-Bala Prasarni anuvasana vasti yielded mixed results in 28 boys with Duchenne Muscular dystrophy (DMD). Although this Ayurvedic program did not have the hope for the genetic effect of restoring dystrophin production, it did reduce serum CPK levels. This could be a sign of decreased muscle damage. It is possible that Ayurvedic treatment with MRG allow longer survival by increasing production of muscle CPK enzyme.

Introduction:

Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is a severe genetically x-linked progressive degenerative disorder of muscle tissue, affects only males. DMD is characterized by (i) Onset of muscle weakness usually before 4 years of age, (ii) Selective muscle involvement of pelvic and pectoral girdles, (iii) Hypertrophy of the calves muscle, (iv) grossly elevated serum CPK levels and (v) Relentlessly progressive weakness of muscle, leading to inability to work within 10 years of onset and later to contractures and thoracic deformity. There is no specific cure in any system of medicine and the death usually occurs before the age of 20 years caused by respiratory failure or less frequently by cardiac involvement.(1)

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LOS ANGELES – Threads for Life, the first Ayurvedic apparel company in the US, successfully launched its first collection at Sunya Currie Collection at 1130 Abbot Kinney Blvd. in Venice, California. Infused with over 25 medicinal plants and herbs to help address both serious and every day ailments, each garment is 100% organic and woven by hand. A socially responsible and environmentally friendly company, Threads for Life addresses alternative healing availabilities for conscientiously aware consumers by providing beautiful and functional garments and accessories, ideal for a healthy and healing lifestyle.

Based in the 5,000 year-old medicinal science of Ayurveda, each Threads for Life garment is infused by hand with unique formulas to address various emotional and physical health challenges. Through the trans-dermal process of fiber to skin contact, the herbs and plants are diffused into the pores of skin to restore vitality and balance for healing and optimum health.

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With a strong mission to promote health, productivity and fewer sick days, SalesQuest, a Lawrence MA based high tech market research firm, recently offered their employees a paid membership to a local farmer’s market, giving them weekly fresh produce to take home to their families.

LAWRENCE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–SalesQuest, (www.salesquest.com), the sales intelligence company formerly known as SELIGENCE, today announced that it has recently added “fruits and veggies” to their benefits program.

Last year SalesQuest made a commitment to the health of their employees by offering to pay for unlimited classes to a local Yoga Studio, Yoga Unbound (www.yogaunbound.com) also located at 60 Island Street. Yoga Unbound Director Gail Mann explains, “It is really great that companies like SalesQuest understand how a yoga practice can increase their bottom line and at the same time keep their employees in shape both physically and mentally.”

SalesQuest co-founder Ryan Murray heard about the Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program being offered through Groundwork Lawrence (www.groundworklawrence.org) to local residents and employees of businesses located in the KGR Building at 60 Island Street in downtown Lawrence. He felt that it would be an excellent idea to offer the plan to their employees. The CSA program provides fresh produce grown at the local Brox Farm in Dracut MA. Along with other CSA shareholders, the SalesQuest employees will receive boxes containing a variety of vegetables, fruits and cut flowers weekly for 13 weeks during the summer and fall. “We already offer other healthy programs such as yoga and meditation and we feel that this is another way to promote healthy, productive, and happy employees”, explained Murray. According to Rose Gonzalez, CSA Program Manager for Groundwork Lawrence, “We started the CSA program to encourage better health and increase consumption of fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables. Having a company sponsor CSA shares for their employees helps us create a broader impact than we had ever dreamed.”

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