Fibromyalgia and ayurvedic management

Fibromyalgia is one among medical conditions puzzling modern medical people ,and most often misdiagnosed as rheumatism.Though it is not life threatening it cripples the person incapacitating from doing their normal day day to chores .It is characterised by chronic constant pain responding little to pain killers.It is not progressive meaning it does not get worse but there are periods of remission (flare ups leading to acute and debilitating pain )other symptoms associated include fatigue and tenderness even on light touch ,new research shows genetic predisposition
is also a factor .women are predisposed to this condition.
Now lets lets find ways of treating this puzzling condition in ayurveda ,Our body is made up seven tissues and three humours vata ,pitta and kapha .This particular condition is caused by vata (the humour which causes pain aggravating on muscle tissue).
There are excellent treatments available in ayurveda with evidence based on cases treated with ayurvedic medicine .The general scheme includes massage ,shirodhara and certain internal medicines .It is worthwhile to note that these treatment as are available in many parts of the world now.

Manjista and beauty care

Rubia cordifolia( manjista ) is in the plant family of rubiaceae
Botanical Name : Rubia Cordifolia
Family Name : Rubiaceae
Common Name : Indian Madder, Madderwort, Lukelangafu, Lukera Batuzi
Part Used : Roots, Stem
Habitat : Throughout india in hilly districts.
Product offered : Roots,Stems
Uses : The roots are alterative, anodyne, antiphlogistic, antitussive, astringent, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, styptic, tonic and vulnerary. They are used to lower the blood pressure. The roots are used internally in the treatment of abnormal uterine bleeding, internal and external haemorrhage, bronchitis, rheumatism, stones in the kidney, bladder and gall and dysentery .
The stems are used as they are considered to have a bitter taste and a cooling potency. They are used in the treatment of blood disorders and spreading fever of kidneys and intestines. A valuable red dye is obtained from the root and stems. Roots are made into paste for application into ulcers, inflammations and skin troubles. A decoction of leaves and stem is used as a vermifuge.
This dye is the thing we which we use for beauty ,it makes makes the skin fairer and increases the complexion.