Lifestyle
Brainstorming This is the process of brain-dumping all your ideas, thoughts, and prospects on paper. Benefits - * Visually see what you're working with and visually connect ideas, thoughts, and prospects. * Capturing Subconscious Ideas: Brainstorming may also help you note down things that might not have been on your
Temperaments
Educational psychology has been a great interest of mine ever since my teenage years. I disliked the curriculum, mandatory testing style, and lesson structure. This led me to explore alternative options and methods, one of which was the Waldorf style. The Waldorf style piqued my interest primarily because of the
Nutrition
Who are Cholerics? A choleric individual is a person who is associated most with the Fire Element. They thus naturally generate more heat and dryness than any of the other three temperaments. They are vigorous energetic and driven individuals. Cholerics are known to be hard workers and ambitious, however, can
Herb Guide
Botanical Name: Cinnamomum verum Unani Name: Darchini Mizaj: Hot and Dry to the second degree Properties/Action: * Antispasmodic * Antidiarrheal * Antimicrobial * Anti-emetic * Carminative * Anti-putrescent * Aromatic * Febrifuge * Mild analgesic Therapeutic Uses: * Flatulent dyspepsia, colic, irritable bowel, diverticulosis - when the intestines become too cold * Influenza, colds & infections of the like -
Herb Guide
Botanical Name: Borago officinalis Unani Name: Gul-e-Gawzaban / Lisan al-Thur Mizaj: Hot & Moist Taste: Slightly sweet Properties/Actions: * Nourishing Tonic (It provides essential nutrients and promotes strength). * Diuretic (It increases urine production, promoting the elimination of excess fluids and salts from the body). * Demulcent (It soothes and protects mucous membranes,
Healthcare
As professionals in various fields, we often find ourselves in positions of guidance and mentorship. Whether you're a coach, a consultant, a teacher, or a therapist, one powerful practice that can truly transform the client's journey is having unwavering faith in their potential. In this blog
Unani Tibb
What this article will cover: 1. A brief explanation of the Energetic Value of Food 2. What a Nutritious Diet is according to Unani Tibb 3. Understanding Western Nutritional terminology from an Unani Tibb perspective Introduction Regarding Diet and Nutrition, Unani Tibb emphasizes its importance in maintaining health and well-being.
Herb Guide
Botanical Name: Caryophyllus aromaticus Unani Tibb Name: Qaranful, kabbash (fruit) Parts used: Seeds Mizaj: Heating & Drying in the third degree Actions: * Stimulant, Aromatic * Digestive tonic (stomachic, carminative, antiemetic) * Antispasmodic * Rubefacient - increases redness on the skin and circulation of the blood * It is a germicide and antiseptic so it
Herb Guide
Botanical name: Eucaluptus globulus Unani name: Neelgiri Parts used: Leaves Mizaj: Cooling & Moistening Actions: * Antiseptic, antispasmodic, stimulant, febrifuge, expectorant, reduces blood sugar levels, expels worms, stimulates local blood flow, insect repellent. Therapeutic Uses: * Infections (bronchitis, chest infections, pneumonia) * Coughs, colds, sore throats * Pain relief * Reduce swelling Dosage/Applications: * Inhalations
Herb Guide
Botanical Name: Viola odorata Unani Tibb Name: Banafsha Parts used: Flowers, leaves, root. Mizaj: Cooling & Moistening Actions: * (Wild) anti-tumor, Anti-neoplastic, antiseptic (it stops the growth of morbid matter) * mild analgesic (it helps with pain relief) * expectorant, demulcent, astringent (it helps balance moisture and dryness in the body) * antipyretic, diaphoretic
Unani Tibb
The four temperaments form an integral part of Unani Tibb's foundation, representing distinct personality types, each associated with a specific element: Air, Fire, Water, or Earth. Good Health is the maintenance of one's innate temperament therefore understanding one's temperament becomes a crucial aspect of
Fruit Guide
Botanical Name: Rubus stringosus Unani Name: 'Aliq asuo Taste: Sweet Mizaj: Cooling Family: Rosaceae family Actions: Anti-emetic, astringent, laxative Therapeutic Uses: * Bowel movement complaints - diarrhea, constipation * Nausea and vomiting Dosage/Applications: * Eat Fresh * Syrup - diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, constipation Reference: * Ody, Penelope. The Complete Medicinal Herbal. Dorling Kindersley,