“Be the Master of Your Own Health”

Dr. Ashwini

In this series, we will discuss many interesting aspects of your health and body, so stay tuned with us for some valuable insights.

Generally, we tend to think that at the onset of the slightest problem, our bodies should be handed over to experts in the field – here, experts meaning the doctors. But does anyone else know better about your body than you? Are you not the foremost expert about your own body?

Our aim is to equip you with enough knowledge and confidence to conduct your own preliminary health programs successfully.

Now, let’s understand the parameters of good health:

Excellent deep sleep without dreams as you lie on your bed within a matter of a few minutes.
Consistent energy throughout the day for all the days of the year.
No daily medicines or extra supplements required.
Excellent digestion: Good appetite, no gas problems, and regular bowel movements.
Never fall sick, and if sick, recover within a day, indicating strong immunity.
Today, we observe the majority of people under 35, sometimes even at 30 or younger, falling sick. Instead of addressing the root cause, they often suppress symptoms with medication, leaving the actual problem unattended.

It is crucial to diagnose the underlying or root cause of diseases rather than simply managing symptoms. This may involve medical tests or adopting a healthy lifestyle, focusing on factors like nutrition, exercise, stress management, and sleep hygiene.

Our health becomes a priority only when faced with chronic diseases or challenging symptoms. For many, work and money take precedence over health, leading to compromises. It’s often seen that those who sacrifice health for wealth end up having to prioritize health later and sacrifice their accumulated wealth.

Most of us need a lifestyle change to reclaim our original health. According to the WHO, “Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Mental health, as per this definition, is more than the absence of disorders or disabilities.

“Hippocrates said, ‘Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food.'”

Born around 460 BC in Greece, he is considered the father of Western medicine, emphasizing the link between dietary choices and overall health. Hippocrates lived a long life, over 80 years, following a plant and fruit-based diet, free from processed foods and added sugars.

The object of the art of healing is to cure a patient both physically and mentally. The focus should be on patient welfare alone, irrespective of any particular school of medical science.

The Eisenhower Matrix, popularized by Stephen Covey in “7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” prioritizes activities based on urgency and importance, helping you focus on what matters most. Often, the most crucial things in life are not urgent.

Consider any cancer patient who is completely cured; the common change in their life is adopting a healthy lifestyle, as medication or supplements alone haven’t cured any cancer patient.

Remember, a lifestyle change is the key.