Is ayurvedic medicine safe?
Some Ayurvedic medicines have herbs, metals, minerals, and other materials. Some of these may be harmful if not used safely. Some Ayurvedic medicines may have toxic materials. These can include lead, arsenic, and mercury. Although some Ayurvedic treatments can help relieve some symptoms of cancer, there is no good evidence that the disease can be treated or cured through ayurveda. Several ayurvedic preparations have been found to contain lead, mercury, and arsenic, substances known to be harmful to humans.
What is the Ayurvedic treatment for 21 days?
Treatment duration – 14 to 21 days Shodhana chikitsa is a body purification treatment that uses some of the panchakarma procedures. It is preceded by Purvakarma, a stage in which the body is prepared for toxin removal. To undergo a complete detox Panchakarma treatment, a minimum duration of 21 days is required. For the uninitiated, Panchakarma is a wellness program. It is usually a residential program, under doctor supervision, lasting anywhere from 14 to 28 days.