About the Conference

​🧘‍♂️ Ayurvedic View on Respiratory Disorders (Swasha Roga) Ayurveda treats respiratory issues as Swasha Roga, caused by imbalances in the three doshas:
🔹 Vata Imbalance
Symptoms: Dry cough, wheezing, spasms (e.g., dry asthma)
Qualities: Dry, light, mobile – leads to erratic breathing or dryness in the airways
🔸 Pitta Imbalance
Symptoms: Inflammation, infections (e.g., bronchitis, sore throat)
Qualities: Hot, sharp, intense – causes irritation and heat in the lungs
⚪ Kapha Imbalance
Symptoms: Mucus buildup, congestion, sinusitis, wet cough
Qualities: Heavy, cold, moist – leads to sluggish mucus clearance
🌿 Common Ayurvedic Treatments for Respiratory Health
✅ Herbal Remedies
Tulsi - Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, relieves congestion
Ginger  - Expectorant, anti-inflammatory, improves digestion
Licorice (Mulethi) - Soothes airways, clears mucus, caution in hypertension
Vasaka (Adhatoda)- Bronchodilator, clears phlegm, improves lung function
Pippali - Lung tonic, clears Kapha, improves circulation
Turmeric - Curcumin reduces inflammation, supports lung tissue
✅ Panchakarma Therapies
Vamana - Expels excess Kapha from stomach and lungs
Nasya - Clears nasal passages, reduces inflammation
Steam Inhalation - Loosens mucus, eases congestion (use tulsi, eucalyptus, etc.)
Gargling - Soothes throat, especially useful in Pitta-type sore throats
🍲 Dietary & Lifestyle Modifications
🧘‍♀️ Breathing Practices (Pranayama) Kapalbhati: Energizes lungs, clears Kapha Nadi Shodhana: Balances nervous system, purifies nadis (energy channels)
🍛 Kapha-Pacifying Diet
Do eat: Warm, cooked foods, spices (ginger, black pepper, cinnamon)
​Avoid: Cold, heavy, oily, sweet foods; excessive dairy
Hydration: Warm water/herbal teas (ginger-tulsi recommended)
🚫 Environmental & Lifestyle Avoidance
Avoid: Dust, smoke, cold weather exposure, pollution
​Support: Regular exercise, yoga, good sleep patterns
⚠️ Important Considerations
Always consult a qualified Ayurvedic practitioner for personalized guidance.
​Discuss herbs with your primary healthcare provider, especially if you're on medications (e.g., for BP, asthma, or diabetes). Ayurveda works best as a complementary approach, not a replacement for emergency or critical respiratory care (e.g., acute asthma attacks).