- Naimittika Rasayana
It is given to combat or balance a specific cause, which is causing a disease in the body. Some examples of this rasayana are Dhatri rasayana, Mandukaparni rasayana, Brahmi rasayana, and Triphala rasayana.
- Ajasrika Rasayana
It is used to maintain good health and improve the quality of life through a healthy lifestyle, diet, or exercise. It includes the use of milk, ghee, honey and adopting the principles of proper sleep and celibacy.
- Kamya Rasayana
Kamya Rasayana is used to fulfill a wish or desire or to serve a special purpose (Kama - desire). It is also used to promote general physical & mental health.
It is of three types:
a. Prana Kamya Rasayana - It is used for achieving or maintaining the best quality of Prana (life energy) in the body.
b. Medha Kamya Rasayana - It is used for enhancing memory and intellect.
c. Srikamya Rasayana - Promoter of complexion Naimittika Rasayana - Naimittika Rasayana is given to combat or balance a specific cause, which is causing a disease in the body.
Some examples of this Rasayana are Dhatri Rasayana, Mandukaparni Rasayana, Brahmi Rasayana and Triphala Rasayana.
As per method of use
- Kuti-Praveshika Rasayana
This can be administered by keeping the individual inside a cottage. It is also called indoor therapy.
- Vatatapika Rasayana
This can be administered even if the individual is exposed to the wind and the sun. It is also called Open-air therapy or outdoor therapy.
As per contents of Rasayana
- Aushadha Rasayana - Based on drugs and herbs .
- Ahara Rasayana - Based on diet and nutrition .
- Achara Rasayana - Based on conduct and behavior .
Following a sattvic diet and lifestyle, speaking the truth, practicing non-violence, living in harmony with nature, following social ethics and conducts, are all included under this category of Rasayana. Following these principles leads to the formation of high-quality Dhatus (tissues) and increases the quantity and quality of Ojus, a vital factor for health and immunity.
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