Can Ayurvedic Massage Help In Weight Loss?

A special herbal massage in Ayurveda called as Udvartana prevents sagging of the skin as it gradually regains its elasticity and adjusts to weight loss. Whereas, other rapid weight loss programs with severe diet restrictions without adequate exercise programs and special massages have been known to be unsustainable. Most people regain the lost weight very soon and sometimes even gain more weight. Ayurveda specializes in detoxification. Some of the detoxification treatments involve a mild sweating action to help open the physical channels of the body and help to push out the toxins. Although the type and procedure of the therapy that may be recommended varies from one individual to another. Read More.

Remarkable Healthcare Benefits Of Massage (Abhyanga)

It is mentioned in Ayurveda text that taking the analogy of the wheel of a chariot, as the disc would move effortlessly on applying oil to the same. Also, when a piece of leather is smeared with oil, this makes it soft and at the same time more strong and durable. Another example portrayed is a mud pitcher or jar which becomes slimy, shiny and as well strong after it has been dabbed with oil; similar effect is experienced when oil massage (abhyanga) is undertaken by an individual. There is easy and stress-free movement of the joints of the body, the skin becomes soft and yet strong and durable and the entire body becomes supple, unctuous as well as glowing.