Conference Venue & Accommodation & Meals
Arsha Vidya Gurukulam
651 Route 115, Saylorsburg, PA 18353
U.S.A.

- The Nearest Airports -
ABE (Allentown) to Arsha Vidya Gurukulam - 27.4 miles
TTN (Trenton-Mercer), NJ to Arsha Vidya Gurukulam - 72.8 miles 
EWR (Newark) to Arsha Vidya Gurukulam - 86.1 miles
PHL (Philadelphia) to Arsha Vidya Gurukulam - 99.4 miles
MDT (Harrisburg) PA to Arsha Vidya Gurukulam - 116 miles
JFK (New York) to Arsha Vidya Gurukulam - 118.3 miles

About the Conference

In Ayurveda, cancer is generally understood through concepts like Arbuda (major neoplasms or tumors) and Granthi (minor neoplasms or glandular growths). Rather than just targeting a tumor, Ayurvedic care is a person-focused, holistic system that aims to restore the body’s internal balance (Prakriti) to create an environment where cancer cannot thrive.

Ayurveda & Cancer Care: Integrative Healing Approaches

This program explores a holistic, patient-centered approach to cancer care, combining traditional Ayurvedic wisdom with modern supportive therapies.
1. Integrative Oncology Approaches Combining conventional cancer treatments with complementary therapies Enhancing quality of life and treatment tolerance
Evidence-informed integrative care models
2. Diet, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Ayurvedic dietary principles for cancer support
Personalized nutrition based on Prakriti
Role of herbs, immunity, and digestion (Agni)
3. Yoga and Yoga Therapies
Gentle yoga for strength and flexibility
Breathwork (Pranayama) for relaxation Managing fatigue, pain, and emotional balance
4. Panchakarma and Detoxification
Ayurvedic cleansing therapies (when appropriate)
Supporting metabolic balance and toxin elimination
Pre- and post-treatment care
5. Meditation and Relaxation Techniques
Mindfulness and guided meditation
Stress reduction and emotional resilience
6. Psychological and Trauma Care
Emotional support during the cancer journey Coping with fear, uncertainty, and trauma
Integrative mental health approaches
7. Body-Based Therapies
Massage and therapeutic bodywork
Aromatherapy for symptom relief
Energy balancing techniques
8. Complementary Medical Systems
Homeopathy (supportive role)
Acupuncture for pain and nausea
Siddha Medicine
​Unani Medicine
Integrative traditional healing systems
9. Mind-Body Techniques
Breath, visualization, and awareness practices
Connecting mental and physical healing
10. Movement Therapies
Tai Chi and Qi Gong
Improving balance, strength, and vitality
11. Sound and Subtle Therapies
Music therapy and mantra therapy
Hypnosis for pain and anxiety
12. Specialized Holistic Concepts
Medical astrology (traditional perspectives)
Individualized healing insights

Featured Speakers

Topics

1. Langhanam (Fasting): Personal Experiences - Shri Gupta, PhD, The School of Vedic Sciences, International Hindu University​, Florida, USA

Speakers Bio and Abstract and Topics

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Shri Gupta, PhD, Florida, USA - is an electronics engineer and a six sigma black belt by profession. He did his undergraduate degree at IIT Kanpur in India and then completed his PhD at Cornell University, USA, in electrical engineering. He started his career as a faculty member at a graduate school in Baja California, Mexico. He then moved to India to work as a research scientist in the design and development of Integrated Circuits in a leading research lab CEERI. He then worked in senior management positions in corporations such as Digital and Motorola in Europe. During his career, he has published over 50 papers in reputed professional journals and presented papers in professional conferences. He was finally transferred to Motorola's plant in south Florida, USA where he acquired his certifications in six sigma. After retirement, he has been consulting as a six sigma professional. He has consulted with companies such as Univision, Broward Health and Magic Leap. He has always had a deep interest in Vedanta and alternative techniques such as naturopathy, Paida-Lajin, Ayurveda, neuro therapy, rife therapy, block therapy etc. He has attended and conducted workshops in these techniques in several countries. Currently he is working with Florida, US based International Hindu University to establish a School of Vedic Sciences.
Topic: ​Langhanam (Fasting): Personal Experience
Abstract: This presentation explores Langhanam (therapeutic fasting) through personal experience and traditional Jain wisdom. I learned the disciplined method of fasting directly from an ayurvedic master Jain Muni, whose guidance emphasized both physiological purification and mental clarity. Applying this practice in my early thirties, I experienced complete relief from severe arthritis without medication. The same Jain Muni successfully helped many individuals overcome cancer and other chronic ailments through structured fasting and spiritual discipline. My talk highlights the principles behind Langhanam, its transformative impact on my health, and its potential as a complementary approach in managing complex diseases.

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