AMCC offers a bright career as a Naturopath

Medicines and practices other than allopathy have recently become quite popular. One of the reasons for the same could be the western culture adopting alternative ways of treatment. Although Naturopathy was always a part of Indian ancient culture, with time it was losing its sheen. But seems the wind has changed his directions. Various celebrities in India and abroad are soon turning towards naturopathy. Even our country’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has faith in Naturopathy. This is exactly why he recommended this alternate treatment method to Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal. Looking at the current trend, Naturopathy is becoming a rage among people. More and more number of people is depending on Naturopathy. This only means that there will be an increase in the demand of Naturopaths in near future. And even then, this trend will continue for long. Alternative Medical Council Calcutta (AMCC) offers various certified courses in Naturopath.

On the contrary to general public notion, Naturopathy works with and not against the standard allopathic medicines. But unlike them, Naturopathy has no side effects. . Treatments are natural and non-invasive and include herbal remedies, lifestyle changes, dietary modifications and in some cases other complementary techniques including massage, acupuncture or aromatherapy. A career in naturopathy is lucrative and knowledge enriching. In India, as of now there are only a handful of institutes offering dedicated courses in Naturopathy and AMCC holds a prowess in offering the Naturopathy related courses by incorporating an extensive curriculum, taught by an experienced faculty.

There are many job avenues open in Naturopathy and to top it, a qualified naturopath can start its own venture. They are paid pretty well, especially in developed countries like The USA and The UK where a naturopath earns nothing less than $15000-20000/annum.

Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is the use of water to revitalize, maintain, and restore health. Hydrotherapy treatments include saunas, steam baths, foot baths, sitz baths, and the application of cold and hot water compresses.

Father Sebastian Kneipp, a 19th century Bavarian monk, is said to be the father of hydrotherapy. Kneipp believed that disease could be cured by using water to eliminate waste from the body.

Hydrotherapy is popular in Europe and Asia, where people "take the waters" at hot springs and mineral springs. In North America, it is often recommended as self-care by naturopathic doctors.

According to proponents of hydrotherapy, cold water is used because it is stimulating and causes superficial blood vessels to constrict, shunting the blood to internal organs. Hot water causes blood vessels to dilate, and removes wastes from body tissues. Alternating hot and cold water is done to improve elimination, decreases inflammation, and stimulates circulation.

Hubbard Tub with wooden patient lift.

Types of HydrotherapyHydrotherapy treatments are often given at health spas or recommended as home self-care treatments. These are some types of hydrotherapy:

Sitz bath - There are 2 adjacent tubs of water, one hot and one cold. You sit in one tub with your feet in the other tub, and then alternate. Sitz baths are recommended for hemorrhoids, PMS and menstrual problems, cystitis, polyps.

Warm water baths - Soak in warm water for up to 30 minutes, depending on the condition. Epsom salts, mineral mud, aromatherapy oils, ginger, moor mud, and dead sea salts may be added.

Sauna - Dry heat

Steam bath or Turkish bath

Compresses - Towels are soaked in hot and/or cold water.

Wraps - Cold wet flannel sheets are used to cover the a person lying down. The person is then covered with dry towels and then blankets. The body warms up in response and dries to wet sheets. This is used for colds, bronchitis, skin disorders, infection, and muscle pain.

Wet sock treatment - Used for sore throat, ear infections, headaches, migraines, nasal congestion, upper respiratory infections, coughs, bronchitis, and sinus infections.

Hot fomentation - For treatment of acute conditions such as chest colds and coughs. It seems to relieve symptoms but also decrease the length of the illness.

Is hydrotherapy similar to spa therapy?

Spa therapy is based on the theory that the mineral content of spa water has special health-giving properties. In many European countries, hydrotherapy often takes place in spa water. Although there’s some research that suggests the mineral content of the water may make a difference, other studies show that hydrotherapy has significant benefits regardless of the water used.

Using Hydrotherapy for Health

So far, scientific support for the benefits of hydrotherapy is limited. If you're considering the use of hydrotherapy, talk with your doctor first. Keep in mind that hydrotherapy, or any other form of alternative medicine, should not be used as a substitute for standard care in the treatment of any health condition.

Side effects
Most forms of hydrotherapy are well tolerated. There is a risk of allergic reaction (also known as contact dermatitis) for some patientsusing essential oils and herbs in their bath water. These individuals may want to test for allergic sensitization to herbs by performing askin patch test (i.e., rubbing a small amount of diluted herb on the inside of their elbow and observing the spot for redness and irritation).People who experience an allergic reaction to an essential oil should discontinue its use and contact their healthcare professional forfurther guidance.

The most serious possible side effect of hydrotherapy is overheating, which may occur when an individual spends too much time in a hottub or jacuzzi. However, when properly supervised, this is a minimal risk.

Research and general acceptance

Hydrotherapy treatments are used by both allopathic and complementary medicine to treat a wide variety of discomforts and disorders.Not as well accepted are invasive hydrotherapy techniques, such as colonic irrigation, enemas, and douching. These internal cleansingtechniques can actually harm an individual by upsetting the natural balance of the digestive tract and the vagina. Most conventionalmedical professionals agree that vaginal douches are not necessary to promote hygiene in most women, and can actually do more harmthan good.

AMCC PYRAMID FOR HEALTH AND HEALING

Introduction: Pyramid Therapy is one of the oldest therapies in the world. Pyramid therapy has the power to cure all ailments or diseases. Most of the people think of pyramids is from Egypt . But the fact is that the origin benefits of pyramid shape was described by Indian Rishis much earlier in India, even thousands of years ago the temples of India had this pyramid shape at the top. The base of the ‘Yagna kund’ was given this shape.

Benefits: Pyramid is highly beneficial for human beings because it has unique qualities like – The geometry of the pyramid liberates a very strong pranic field or bio-energy inside it. Due to this property pyramid is beneficial in increasing the bio-energy of human being. It also increases the bio-energy level of vegetables, foods, water, milk etc., when kept inside it for a certain period. And by consuming these products that energy is absorbed by the human body.

Process of using Pyramid: The apex of the pyramid releases energy which is hot in nature and the energy released from the base gives a cooling effect. These factors are to be borne in mind while using pyramid. Normally for general treatments, pyramids should be kept on affected organ 10-20 minutes daily. A small pyramid should be kept in every house to prevent and cure all diseases. For best result pyramid should be aligned before using.

Precaution: A pyramid is purely a drugless therapy. There are no side effects of it. While using pyramid one should lie on a wooden bed and there should be no contact with the floor, otherwise the efficiency of the treatment will not be up to the mark.

What is it used for:- A person meditating in a pyramid shows EEG patterns akin to that seen in people doing transcendental meditation. The experiences of meditating inside a Pyramid are remarkable. People get a feeling of relaxation, clairvoyance, clairaudience and tranquility. If they sleep in a pyramid, their sleep will be deep and they wake up refreshed; only few hours of sleep will give total relaxation. If you read inside the pyramid, you can do it with greater concentration and understanding. Agricultural experts showed that plant growth is enhanced by the electromagnetic phenomenon within the Pyramid. Water placed in the pyramid has curative properties especially for chronic skin disorders. Pyramid can put a break to the ageing process, as demonstrated in lower forms of life. Women sleeping in pyramids get their periods regular and normal and stop any dysmenorhoea.

 

Pyramids accumulate several different types of energies like negative ions, electromagnetic and cosmic vibrations. Even grains of sand from certain places have positive therapeutic effects due to their pyramidal shape.

What after all, a human being desires is a life free of sickness. The significance of this point is further stressed by the sage Thiruvalluvar in his couplet under the chapter 'Medicine'. "No need of, medicine to heal your body's pain, if, what you ate before, digested well, you eat again" (No medicine is necessary for him who eats after assuring (himself) that what he has (already) eaten has been already digested). One should consume food after a good appetite. Presently, there is an inclination towards nature diet. This nature diet is being followed all over the world.

Among all living organisms, human beings alone consume cooked food. Animals consume uncooked food, so their life expectancy is high. Sleeplessness, restlessness, weakness, anger, and wearings affect the persons who consume cooked food.

Pyramid is a great healer. Researches are beings conducted unceasingly by the scientists of U.S.A. and Germany. In short, Pyramid is a polyclinic. Here is an example. It was a Sunday. Doctors would not work on Sundays. A middle aged lady, was suffering due to unbearable tooth-ache. One of her friends suggested her to sit inside a wooden pyramid. She did reluctantly not having belief in pyramid power. She was relieved of her pain instantly and completely to her surprise.