Fasting provides several health benefits by allowing the body to purge toxins and waste. It is considered a natural healing method in many religious traditions. During a fast, the body shifts into a state of autophagy where it breaks down and eliminates diseased or damaged cells. Some key benefits include detoxification, reduced inflammation, weight loss, and improved immune function. Fasting should be done cautiously and is not recommended for certain medical conditions like diabetes or advanced tuberculosis. When done correctly, it can help treat many ailments and support overall wellness and longevity.
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The Indo-French Workshop on “Yoga Therapy and Ayurveda” was conducted on 22nd October, 2019 at Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad Hall, Bapuji Library, SBV campus. This was Organized by the Centre for Yoga Therapy, Education and Research (CYTER) of Sri Balaji Vidyapeeth (SBV), and International Centre for Yoga Education and Research (ICYER) at Ananda Ashram, Pondicherry and supported by Gujarat Ayurved University, Centre for Yogic Sciences of AVMC and Krishnamacharya Yoga Mandiram.
More than 100 delegates from various countries like France, Columbia, UK and Holland and from various parts of India like Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Mumbai, Chennai, Gujarat, Delhi, Pune and Bangalore participated in the workshop. All the sessions were translated into French for the convenience of the French delegates.
Post lunch session was taken by Dr.Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Director, CYTER, SBV on “Understanding Yoga Therapy (Part I): Principles, Philosophy, Assessment and Tools”. He explained the focus of SBV is Salutogenesis as opposed to pathogenesis while giving Yoga therapy. He also briefed about the twelve point assessment given by Swami Gitanand Giri as a Yogic diagnostic tool which is being applied in CYTER.
The document discusses Shatkarma, which are six preparatory practices in yoga used to purify the body. These practices remove impurities from the internal organs and balance the doshas (life forces) in the body. The six practices are: Neti (nasal cleansing), Dhauti (intestinal cleansing), Nauli (abdominal massage), Basti (lower intestinal cleansing), Trataka (eye cleansing), and Kapalabhati (lung cleansing). Each practice has specific techniques and benefits the body in different ways, such as removing toxins, improving digestion, and preparing the body for more advanced yoga practices like pranayama.
This document describes the Mind Sound Resonance Technique (MSRT), a yoga practice involving the chanting of mantras. It begins by explaining key concepts like the nature of mind and sound according to modern science and yoga philosophy. It then outlines the specific steps of MSRT, which include chanting mantras aloud and mentally while focusing on different locations in the body. The document discusses concepts important to MSRT like resonance, the differences between external and internal sounds, and the significance of silence and resolution. Overall, the document provides an overview of MSRT as a yoga technique that uses mantras and resonance to improve awareness and access deeper levels of silence.
Mudra means “gesture or attitude”
A mudra may involve the whole body in a combination of asana, pranayama, bandha and visualization technique.
Define as “ Mudam anandam dadati iti mudra” means the actions that gives us pleasure, bliss is called mudra.
Mudra denotes the sense of evoking a hidden power or uniting with something large.
In hatha yoga, mudras are used in conjunction with pranayama (yogic breathing exercises), generally while in a seated posture, to stimulate different parts of the body involved with breathing and to affect the flow of prana, bindu, boddhicitta, amrita or consciousness in the body.
Naturopathy promotes consuming foods in their natural and unprocessed forms. It emphasizes eating a diet that is 80% alkaline (from fruits and vegetables) and 20% acidic (from proteins and carbohydrates). The document outlines the concepts of diet in naturopathy, including eliminative, soothing, and constructive diets used in naturopathic treatment plans. It also discusses general rules for healthy living, basic principles of diet therapy, foods to avoid, and foods that are beneficial to health according to naturopathic principles.
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The document discusses Shatkarma, which are six cleansing techniques in Ayurveda. Shatkarma includes Dhauti, Basti, Neti, Nauli, Kapalabhati and Trataka. Each technique cleanses and purifies a different part of the body. Regular practice of Shatkarma removes toxins from the body and balances the doshas, helping to maintain optimal health and facilitating the practice of yoga and meditation.
The document discusses mud therapy, describing how black cotton soil is commonly used. Mud has qualities like moisture retention, thermal insulation, and easy moldability. For therapy, mud is collected from unpolluted areas, dried, powdered, and sieved. Mud therapy can be applied externally in packs over specific areas or in full-body baths, and consumed internally for conditions like rheumatism and abdominal issues. Therapeutic effects include thermal, mechanical, chemical, and physiological impacts like pain relief. Mud therapy is indicated for joint and back pain, stiffness, gout, and other conditions. Research shows mud has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties beneficial for arthritis.
Nadis are the channels in the subtle body that carry prana or vital energy. There are 101 main nadis that connect at points called chakras. The document discusses the five main pranas, types of nadis like ida, pingala and sushumna, how nadis are purified, functions like carrying life force energy, and diagnosis of diseases through nadi pulse reading. Nadi therapy involves massage and activating parts of the body to relieve pain and stimulate muscles and blood circulation.
Greek physician Hippocrates documented hydrotherapy in the 5th century BC. It was known as the "water cure" and was practiced in ancient civilizations. In the 10th century, a monk recognized its therapeutic benefits. Hydrotherapy uses water in various forms and temperatures to treat diseases. It works through thermal, mechanical, and chemical effects on the body. Common hydrotherapy methods include baths, compresses, wraps and water applications like showers. It aims to improve circulation, detoxification, relaxation and pain relief.
Lifestyle Disease or NCD (non communicable diseases / diseases of civilization) are diseases that appear to increase in frequency as countries become industrialized and life span increases.
The document summarizes some of the fundamental principles of naturopathy. It discusses 10 principles: (1) the body heals itself, (2) the main cause of disease is enervation or fatigue of the nervous system, (3) the deposit of metabolic waste products in the body is what causes disease, (4) acute disease is a remedial process by which the body heals itself, (5) food is a building material but does not increase vitality, (6) fasting provides an opportunity for the body to heal itself, (7) germs are found in diseased conditions but do not cause disease, (8) exercise maintains balance between nutrition and drainage, (9) external treatments only provide
Fangotherapy is a treatment that uses thermal mud containing minerals spread over the body to cleanse and revitalize the skin, after which the mud is left on and a massage may be given; mud therapy has been used for centuries to treat diseases and is considered beneficial for healing wounds and skin conditions. The document further details the composition, properties, effects, indications, contraindications and methods of mud therapy and mud packs/baths.
Naturopathy is a system of treatment that aims to cure diseases using natural elements freely available in nature. It is based on the belief that the human body has inherent self-healing powers and that diseases arise due to the accumulation of toxic waste matter in the body. The key principles of naturopathy include treating the whole patient based on their vitality and morbid matter levels, allowing acute diseases to help eliminate waste, and using natural foods and lifestyle practices as medicine and treatment over time to fully cure conditions.
Yoga provides significant physical and mental health benefits for women of all ages. For young girls, yoga helps with physical development, stress relief, self-confidence and healthy habits. Working women benefit from reduced stress, back pain, insomnia and other health issues. Prenatal yoga eases pregnancy discomforts, strengthens for labor, and aids recovery. Menopause symptoms like hot flashes and mood swings are lessened by yoga's focus on acceptance and hormone balancing. For older women, yoga supports joint health, manages chronic diseases, and improves mobility and well-being. Overall, a regular yoga practice nurtures women's health from childhood through life's changes.
NATIONAL SEMINAR ON TRADITIONAL INDIAN DIETS AND HEALTH CARE
Jointly organized by - Institute of Scientific Research on Vedas & National Institute of Nutrition - on 4th & 5th February, 2010
At NIN, Hyderabad, Andhara Pradesh
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Fasting is a voluntary practice of abstaining from food or certain types of food for a specified period of time. It has been observed for various reasons throughout history, including religious, spiritual, and health purposes. During fasting, the body relies on stored energy reserves, primarily glycogen and later fat, to meet its energy needs. Fasting can range from intermittent fasting, which involves cycling between eating and fasting periods on a daily or weekly basis, to extended fasts lasting several days or even weeks.
Fasting is often associated with several potential benefits, including weight loss, improved metabolic health, reduced inflammation, and enhanced mental clarity. It can also hold cultural and spiritual significance in many traditions, such as Ramadan in Islam, Lent in Christianity, and Yom Kippur in Judaism.
However, fasting may not be suitable for everyone, and its safety and effectiveness depend on an individual's health status and goals. It is important to consult with a healthcare professional before embarking on any fasting regimen, especially for those with underlying medical conditions or specific dietary needs. Proper hydration and nutrition are essential during fasting periods to ensure overall well-being.
Fasting is also one of the ascetic traditions in some religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam. But what if someone tells you that fasting is good for your health?
There is a range of ways to fast which includes ignoring certain kinds of foods or water fasting etc. Intermittent fasting is also one of the popular terms, that focuses on the eating pattern to prevent diseases or manage your weight. Fasting or starvation has its benefits and disadvantages but for that, you need to know the basics. Let's find out some amazing facts about fasting:
According to Ayurveda, digestive health is essential for overall health. A short one-day digestive reset focused on a simple "monodiet" can help strengthen digestion, clear toxins, and improve health. This document recommends a kitchari monodiet consisting of rice and lentils but also discusses fruit or juice monodiets. It provides guidance on preparing for and following a one-day reset, including meal timing, hydration, rest, and activities. Periodically resetting digestion in this way can boost energy, balance mood, and support long-term well-being.
This document provides an overview of holistic health from the perspective of Cameron Corish, an exercise and lifestyle coach. It discusses the importance of various foundations of health, including thoughts, breathing, hydration, nutrition, movement, and sleep. Specific exercises and recommendations are provided for each area. Obesity and related diseases are identified as major health issues. The document aims to educate readers on adopting a holistic approach to health that addresses the mind, body, and lifestyle factors through small, sustainable changes.
Nutrition is eating meals (quantity and type) that is appropriate to your age and physiological condition. That made body gets all its needs of materials and nutrients in order to prevent the incidence of diseases and enjoy health and wellness.
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The document provides an overview of key concepts in Ayurveda, an ancient Indian system of medicine. It discusses what Ayurveda is, its history, the concept of three doshas (biological energies), the importance of digestive fire, balancing the doshas, and Ayurvedic perspectives on nutrition, digestion, disease formation, and maintaining health. The document aims to introduce readers to Ayurvedic wisdom and its holistic approach to health that takes into account physical, mental, and environmental factors.
Yogacharya Dr Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani's special session on Yoga and the digestive system for members of the Rishiculture Gitananda Yoga Family.
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This document discusses immunity and natural ways to boost immunity according to naturopathy. It defines immunity as the biological system that protects the body from disease by detecting pathogens and producing antibodies to fight them. It then outlines the main components of immunity like antibodies and immune organs. The document advocates for a natural lifestyle to improve immunity, including eating a nutritious diet twice a day, drinking 8-10 glasses of water, exercising for an hour daily, meditating twice a day, fasting weekly, and getting adequate rest. It also discusses the benefits of fasting for gut health and reducing cancer cell proliferation.
Indian Ayurveda and text from ancient Greece suggests fasting as a healing method. In ayurveda fasting is being performed as rejuvenation and detoxification method.
In the modern world fasting is less practiced as people are after junk food and guided by the taste and smell of foods. The color, smell and taste of today's food items are so intriguing that people go after it without asking whether it is good for health or not.
Fasting is being performed by people as part of their religious beliefs and those who would like to loose their extra pounds. It is good for the heal of all if fasting is being performed at least once in a week which will help boost your metabolic activities and assist in loosing weight.
The document explains that benefits of fasting and how it has to be performed.
Drinking water first thing in the morning provides several health benefits. The human body is mostly made of water, and drinking water helps purify the colon and boosts metabolism. Specifically, drinking water in the morning can help glow skin, renew cells, balance the lymph system, aid in weight loss, cure illnesses, and improve nutrient absorption. For best results, drink 1.5 liters of water immediately upon waking up on an empty stomach. This traditional Ayurvedic practice has been shown to help treat various medical conditions over time, such as cancer, high blood pressure, tuberculosis, and more.
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This document outlines health promotion strategies for the elderly. It defines key terms like health, wellness, and health promotion. The principles of health promotion according to the WHO are described, which include empowerment, participation, holism, inter-sectoral collaboration, equity, sustainability, and multi-strategy approaches. Components of health promotion discussed are health protection, health education, and disease prevention. Specific topics covered for promoting health in the elderly include exercise, nutrition, rest/sleep, and spiritual/psychosocial well-being. The nurse's role in assessing needs and educating on healthy behaviors is also highlighted.
Ayurvedic wisdom in today's world: Your Individual Body ConstitutionJulia Quinn
Ayurveda views health as a balance between three doshas or biological energies - vata, pitta, and kapha - that are present in everyone. Each person has a unique prakriti or constitution determined by their individual balance and combination of doshas. Understanding one's prakriti allows one to live accordingly through diet, lifestyle, and activities to maintain balance and prevent health issues associated with particular doshas being out of balance. The document provides detailed descriptions of each dosha's influence on physical traits, emotions, physiology, and general guidelines for balancing that dosha.
The document discusses circadian rhythms and how they relate to traditional Chinese medicine meridian cycles. It explains that physiological processes in the body fluctuate over a roughly 24-hour cycle. In Chinese medicine, this is understood as energy flowing through 12 organ meridians in sequence over a day. Maintaining balance between yin and yang aspects is important for total health. The document then provides a table describing the meridian associations and peak energies for each two-hour period over a day.
Reasons why water therapy is importantSony Eguabor
Water therapy is a healthy and easy way to detoxify your system and have sound health without having to make major changes to your lifestyle, and that is the reason for its importance
These notes are basics of human nutrition to learners at the diploma and undergraduate levels. They cover areas such as key terms in nutrition, importance of a balanced diet, uses of food in the diet among others.
Medical missionary work is the pioneer work of the gospel, the door through which the truth for this time is to find entrance to many homes. God's people are to be genuine medical missionaries, for they are to learn to minister to the needs of both soul and body. The purest unselfishness is to be shown by our workers as, with the knowledge and experience gained by practical work, they go out to give treatments to the sick. As they go from house to house they will find access to many hearts. Many will be reached who otherwise never would have heard the gospel message. A demonstration of the principles of health reform will do much toward removing prejudice against our evangelical work. The Great Physician, the originator of medical missionary work, will bless all who thus seek to impart the truth for this time.
Junk food can negatively impact health and well-being. While it may taste good, junk food reduces immunity and can lead to chronic diseases over time. It also affects mood and behavior. To stay healthy, it is important to eat a diet with fresh fruits and vegetables, exercise regularly through activities like yoga, and limit junk food intake to occasional treats. Proper nutrition and exercise are essential for both physical and mental health.
Simplified 3 day ayurvedic / khichidi cleansemiddela
This document provides instructions for a 3-day Ayurvedic cleansing diet. It recommends eating a simplified diet of oatmeal or kitchari (a stew of rice and lentils) for breakfast, lunch and dinner each day. It also suggests drinking plenty of fluids and taking Triphala at night. The goals are to improve digestion, support detoxification and provide rest and renewal for the body. Recipes for simple oatmeal and tridosha kitchari are also included.
1. The document discusses several major community nutrition programs in India that aim to address nutritional deficiencies and improve health outcomes.
2. Key programs described include the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) program, mid-day meal programs, and special nutrition programs that provide supplementary food.
3. The programs target vulnerable groups like children, pregnant women, and mothers, and seek to improve nutrition, increase education access, and ultimately strengthen public health.
This document summarizes the health system in India. It has 3 main levels - central, state, and district. At the central level, the key organizations are the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Directorate General of Health Services, and Central Council of Health and Family Welfare. States have autonomy over health care delivery. Districts are the primary administrative units and have rural and urban governance structures like panchayats and municipalities. The document outlines the roles and functions of government bodies at each level of the Indian health system.
The primary health care system in India consists of five major sectors: public health sector, private sector, indigenous systems of medicine, voluntary health agencies, and national health programs. The public health sector includes primary health centers (PHC), community health centers (CHC), rural hospitals, and district hospitals. PHCs serve as the first point of contact in rural areas and are staffed by one medical officer and paramedics. CHCs are secondary level centers that serve as a referral unit for 4 PHCs. India's primary health care system aims to provide integrated and comprehensive health services from village to district level through this public health infrastructure.
The document discusses the concepts of health, illness, and healthcare. It defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not just the absence of disease. Illness is defined as a diminished state of functioning. Healthcare is described as more than just medical care, involving public services to promote, maintain, monitor, and restore health. The document then outlines the three levels of healthcare - primary, secondary, and tertiary - provided at different facilities. It focuses on the principles and goals of primary healthcare as outlined at the Alma-Ata International Conference in 1977, which established primary healthcare as the path to achieving "Health for All by 2000" through making essential care universally accessible.
The document defines various terms related to disinfection and sterilization. It describes different types of disinfectants including physical agents like sunlight, heat and radiation. It also discusses various chemical disinfectants such as phenol and its derivatives, chlorine releasing compounds, iodine compounds and alcohols. The document recommends procedures for disinfecting items like feces, urine, sputum and rooms to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.
This document discusses hypertension (HTN), also known as high blood pressure. It defines HTN and notes it is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. The document classifies blood pressure measurements and types of HTN. It identifies modifiable risk factors for HTN like obesity, salt intake, saturated fat, and physical inactivity. It recommends population-level and individual prevention strategies like reducing salt, increasing physical activity, and detecting high-risk individuals. The goal of treatment is to lower blood pressure below 140/90 to reduce complications like heart disease and stroke.
This document discusses coronary heart disease (CHD), also known as ischemic heart disease. CHD is caused by obstructive changes in the coronary arteries that limit blood flow to the heart. It can manifest in several ways including angina, heart attack, heart rhythm issues, heart failure, and sudden death. The risk of CHD is influenced by multiple factors like age, sex, smoking, hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes, genetics, physical inactivity, and stress. Prevention strategies target populations through lifestyle changes and identify high-risk individuals for targeted interventions like treating high blood pressure and cholesterol. The goals are primordial prevention of risk factors, population-wide behavior change, and secondary prevention for those with existing CHD.
The document discusses obesity, defining it as an abnormal growth of adipose tissue due to an enlargement of fat cell size or an increase in fat cell number. It describes several ways to measure obesity, including BMI, waist-to-hip ratio, and skin fold thickness. Obesity is a chronic disease that is increasing globally and contributes significantly to illness and mortality. Lifestyle modifications including a calorie-controlled diet, increased physical activity, and behavior therapy are recommended for obesity management.
The document discusses the importance of diet according to Ayurveda and yoga. It states that diet is the first of the three pillars of health and plays a role in sustaining the body and mind, growth and development, disease prevention and treatment. It describes the three types of diet in the Bhagavad Gita - sattvic, rajasic, and tamasic. It emphasizes the importance of a sattvic, moderate diet in yoga practice and maintaining spiritual progress. It provides guidelines for yogic diet including consuming lightly cooked, sweet and nourishing foods in moderation. It lists foods that should be included or avoided on a yogic diet.
Poliomyelitis is an acute viral infection caused by an RNA virus that primarily infects the human gastrointestinal tract. While most infections are asymptomatic, the virus can infect the central nervous system in rare cases, potentially causing paralysis or death. India eliminated polio through extensive polio vaccination programs including routine immunization and periodic national immunization days. The last case of polio in India was reported in 2011, and India was declared polio-free in 2014.
Tetanus is an acute infectious disease caused by toxins produced by Clostridium tetani bacteria. The bacteria typically enters the body through a wound and produces a neurotoxin called tetanospasmin that causes painful muscle spasms. There are four main types of tetanus - generalized, local, cephalic, and neonatal. Symptoms include muscle rigidity, lockjaw, and painful spasms. Treatment involves wound cleaning, antitoxins to neutralize circulating toxins, antibiotics, and managing symptoms. Prevention focuses on active immunization with booster shots every 10 years and proper wound care.
Occupational health is defined as the highest degree of physical, mental and social well-being of workers in all occupations. It is the branch of healthcare which deals with all aspects of health and safety at the workplace. It lays strong emphasis on the prevention of hazards at a primary level.
Criteria For Healthful Housing. Provides adequately for cooking, eating, washing, and excretory functions; Is designed, constructed, maintained and used in a manner such as to prevent the spread of communicable diseases; Provides for protection from hazards of exposure to noise and pollution.
Water resources are sources of water that are useful or potentially useful to humans. It is important because it is needed for life to exist. Many uses of water include agricultural, industrial, household, recreational and environmental activities. Virtually all of these human uses require fresh.
Noise pollution, also known as environmental noise or sound pollution, is the propagation of noise with ranging impacts on the activity of human or animal life, most of them harmful to a degree. The source of outdoor noise worldwide is mainly caused by machines, transport, and propagation systems.
Yoga' is a Sanskrit term meaning 'to join, unite or yoke together', and the essential purpose of yoga is to bring together body, mind and spirit into a harmonious whole.
The central methods of yoga are physical postures or 'asanas' and movement, breathing techniques or 'pranayama' and meditation.
Cholera is an infectious disease that causes severe watery diarrhea, which can lead to dehydration and even death if untreated. It is caused by eating food or drinking water contaminated with a bacterium called Vibrio cholerae.
Influenza, commonly known as "the flu", is an infectious disease caused by an influenza virus. Symptoms can be mild to severe. The most common symptoms include: high fever, runny nose, sore throat, muscle and joint pain, headache, coughing, and feeling tired.
The document provides an overview of national health programs in India. It discusses how various programs were launched after India gained independence to improve public health and control diseases. The programs are of three types - fully funded by central government, jointly funded by central and state governments, and vertical programs fully run by central government. The document outlines numerous programs targeting communicable diseases, non-communicable diseases, nutrition, and health system strengthening. It provides details on strategies for key programs like National Vector Borne Diseases Control Programme and National filarial control program.
Credit limit improvement system in odoo 17Celine George
In Odoo 17, confirmed and uninvoiced sales orders are now factored into a partner's total receivables. As a result, the credit limit warning system now considers this updated calculation, leading to more accurate and effective credit management.
Beyond the Advance Presentation for By the Book 9John Rodzvilla
In June 2020, L.L. McKinney, a Black author of young adult novels, began the #publishingpaidme hashtag to create a discussion on how the publishing industry treats Black authors: “what they’re paid. What the marketing is. How the books are treated. How one Black book not reaching its parameters casts a shadow on all Black books and all Black authors, and that’s not the same for our white counterparts.” (Grady 2020) McKinney’s call resulted in an online discussion across 65,000 tweets between authors of all races and the creation of a Google spreadsheet that collected information on over 2,000 titles.
While the conversation was originally meant to discuss the ethical value of book publishing, it became an economic assessment by authors of how publishers treated authors of color and women authors without a full analysis of the data collected. This paper would present the data collected from relevant tweets and the Google database to show not only the range of advances among participating authors split out by their race, gender, sexual orientation and the genre of their work, but also the publishers’ treatment of their titles in terms of deal announcements and pre-pub attention in industry publications. The paper is based on a multi-year project of cleaning and evaluating the collected data to assess what it reveals about the habits and strategies of American publishers in acquiring and promoting titles from a diverse group of authors across the literary, non-fiction, children’s, mystery, romance, and SFF genres.
AI Risk Management: ISO/IEC 42001, the EU AI Act, and ISO/IEC 23894PECB
As artificial intelligence continues to evolve, understanding the complexities and regulations regarding AI risk management is more crucial than ever.
Amongst others, the webinar covers:
• ISO/IEC 42001 standard, which provides guidelines for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving AI management systems within organizations
• insights into the European Union's landmark legislative proposal aimed at regulating AI
• framework and methodologies prescribed by ISO/IEC 23894 for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with AI systems
Presenters:
Miriama Podskubova - Attorney at Law
Miriama is a seasoned lawyer with over a decade of experience. She specializes in commercial law, focusing on transactions, venture capital investments, IT, digital law, and cybersecurity, areas she was drawn to through her legal practice. Alongside preparing contract and project documentation, she ensures the correct interpretation and application of European legal regulations in these fields. Beyond client projects, she frequently speaks at conferences on cybersecurity, online privacy protection, and the increasingly pertinent topic of AI regulation. As a registered advocate of Slovak bar, certified data privacy professional in the European Union (CIPP/e) and a member of the international association ELA, she helps both tech-focused startups and entrepreneurs, as well as international chains, to properly set up their business operations.
Callum Wright - Founder and Lead Consultant Founder and Lead Consultant
Callum Wright is a seasoned cybersecurity, privacy and AI governance expert. With over a decade of experience, he has dedicated his career to protecting digital assets, ensuring data privacy, and establishing ethical AI governance frameworks. His diverse background includes significant roles in security architecture, AI governance, risk consulting, and privacy management across various industries, thorough testing, and successful implementation, he has consistently delivered exceptional results.
Throughout his career, he has taken on multifaceted roles, from leading technical project management teams to owning solutions that drive operational excellence. His conscientious and proactive approach is unwavering, whether he is working independently or collaboratively within a team. His ability to connect with colleagues on a personal level underscores his commitment to fostering a harmonious and productive workplace environment.
Date: June 26, 2024
Tags: ISO/IEC 42001, Artificial Intelligence, EU AI Act, ISO/IEC 23894
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Still I Rise by Maya Angelou
-Table of Contents
● Questions to be Addressed
● Introduction
● About the Author
● Analysis
● Key Literary Devices Used in the Poem
1. Simile
2. Metaphor
3. Repetition
4. Rhetorical Question
5. Structure and Form
6. Imagery
7. Symbolism
● Conclusion
● References
-Questions to be Addressed
1. How does the meaning of the poem evolve as we progress through each stanza?
2. How do similes and metaphors enhance the imagery in "Still I Rise"?
3. What effect does the repetition of certain phrases have on the overall tone of the poem?
4. How does Maya Angelou use symbolism to convey her message of resilience and empowerment?
Beginner's Guide to Bypassing Falco Container Runtime Security in Kubernetes ...anjaliinfosec
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Front Desk Management in the Odoo 17 ERPCeline George
Front desk officers are responsible for taking care of guests and customers. Their work mainly involves interacting with customers and business partners, either in person or through phone calls.
Understanding and Interpreting Teachers’ TPACK for Teaching Multimodalities i...Neny Isharyanti
Presented as a plenary session in iTELL 2024 in Salatiga on 4 July 2024.
The plenary focuses on understanding and intepreting relevant TPACK competence for teachers to be adept in teaching multimodality in the digital age. It juxtaposes the results of research on multimodality with its contextual implementation in the teaching of English subject in the Indonesian Emancipated Curriculum.
Delegation Inheritance in Odoo 17 and Its Use CasesCeline George
There are 3 types of inheritance in odoo Classical, Extension, and Delegation. Delegation inheritance is used to sink other models to our custom model. And there is no change in the views. This slide will discuss delegation inheritance and its use cases in odoo 17.
How to Show Sample Data in Tree and Kanban View in Odoo 17Celine George
In Odoo 17, sample data serves as a valuable resource for users seeking to familiarize themselves with the functionalities and capabilities of the software prior to integrating their own information. In this slide we are going to discuss about how to show sample data to a tree view and a kanban view.
2. Meaning
The word is derived from
• old English, ‘Feastan’ means to fast, observe,
be strict.
• In Sanskrit ‘Upavasa’ means ‘near to God’.
3. Definition
• Fasting refers to complete abstinence from
food for a short or long period for a specific
purpose.
• An act of willingly abstaining from some or all
food/drink/both for a specific period of time.
• Metabolic status of a person who has not
eaten overnight – also called fasting
• Metabolic status after complete digestion and
absorption of meal – also called fasting
4. Importance
• Akasha mahabhut (Ether element)
• nature’s oldest, most effective and yet least
expensive method of treating disease.
• important treatment modality for health
preservation.
• recognised as the cornerstone of natural
healing.
• It is followed in almost every religion.
5. How a disease starts?
• common cause of all diseases is accumulation
of waste matter in body due to overeating.
• eat too much and sedentary life
• No utilisation.
• overburdens the digestive system with
impurities or poisons.
• Digestion and elimination become slow and
activity of the whole system gets deranged.
• starts the onset of disease.
6. Every disease can be healed by one remedy –
doing the opposite of causes
• that is by reducing the food intake or fasting.
By depriving the body of food for a time ,
• organs are given opportunity to expel the
accumulated waste from the system.
7. Thus, fasting is
• the process of purification
• an effective and quick method of cure.
• It assists nature in its effort to expel waste
from the body
• corrects the faults of improper diet and wrong
living.
• It also leads to regeneration of the blood
• as well as the repair and regeneration of the
various tissues of the body.
8. Purpose of Fasting
He that eats till he is sick,
must fast till he is well
• To eliminate the accumulated waste products
• Regain the vital energy
• Giving the body (elementary system) a rest
• Kind of relaxation for the body and mind also.
• Along with religious faith, also a healer for
soul.
9. Classification
1. Acc to Duration
• Short (2 to 5 days)
• Intermittent
• Long (more than 10 days)
2. Acc. To Condition
• Healthy person
• Acute illness
• Chronic illness
3. Method of Fasting
• Dry fasting
• Water / Juice fasting
• Fruit / Mono-diet fasting
10. • A fast may be total or partial.
• In fasting, mental preparedness is an
essential pre-condition.
11. Fasting in Acute diseases
• When the condition is acute and vital power is
high enough
• Fast till the disease/ symptoms subside
• Until feeling of lightness
• Break the fast in proper way (eliminative,
soothing, constructive diet)
12. Fasting in Chronic diseases
• Long fastings contra-indicated due to lower
vital energy
• Short fasts with proper interval
• Positive diet in btwn fastings
13. Methods of Fasting
Methods of fasting are
• water,
• juices or
• raw vegetable juices.
Juice fasting is far superior to a water fast.
• The best, safest and most effective method is
lime juice fasting.
14. Juice Therapy
• During fasting the body burns up and excretes
huge amounts of accumulated wastes.
• We can help this cleansing process by
drinking alkaline juice instead of water
• Elimination of uric acid and other acids will be
accelerated.
• sugars in juices will strengthen the heart.
15. Vitamins, minerals, enzymes and trace elements
in fresh, raw vegetable and fruit juices are
• extremely beneficial in normalising all the
body processes.
• They supply essential elements for the body’s
own healing activity and cell regeneration
• and thus speeding the recovery.
16. precautionary measure
• All juices must be prepared from fresh fruit
immediately before drinking.
• Canned or frozen juices should not be used.
• get as much fresh air as possible
• drink plain lukewarm water when thirsty.
17. Duration
Depends upon
• the age,
• nature of the disease and
• the amount and type of drugs previously used.
• The duration is important, because long
periods of fasting can be dangerous
• The period, however, should not exceed a
week of total fasting at a time.
18. • advisable to undertake a series of short fasts
of 2 to 3 days
• and gradually increase the duration.
• This will help the body to gradually and slowly
eliminate waste matter without seriously
affecting the functioning of the body.
• A correct mode of living and a balanced diet
after the fast will restore vigour and vitality to
the individual.
19. • complete emptying of the bowels at the
beginning of the fast by enema to control gas or
decomposing matter formed.
• Enemas at least every alternate day during the
fasting period.
• lot of energy is spent during the fast in the
process of eliminating accumulated toxic waste
materials.
• So get enough physical rest and mental
relaxation as possible during the fast.
20. • The craving for food will gradually decrease as
the fast progresses.
• stop eating until the appetite returns or until
one feels completely well.
• simple exercises like short walks may be
undertaken during the fast.
• A warm water or neutral bath may be taken
during the period.
• Cold baths are not advisable.
• Sun and air baths should be taken daily.
21. Signs of Elimination during Fasting
• Formation of Gas
• Cotton mouth appearance
• Bad/Foul breath
• Coated Tongue
• Elevated body Temp.
• Headache, Fatigue, Dizziness, Irritation etc.
• Afterwards occ. Bursts of energy, stimulation,
lightness
22. Breaking of Fast
The right food after fast is as important and
decisive as the fast itself for proper results .
The main rules for breaking the fast are :
• do not overeat, eat slowly and chew your food
thoroughly
• take several days for the gradual change to the
normal diet.
• If carefully planned, there will be no discomfort
or damage.
• take rest during the transition period.
23. Mode of Action
• During a long fast, the body feeds upon its
reserves.
• It burn and digest its own tissues by the
process of autolysis.
• But the body will first burn tissues which are
diseased, damaged or dead.
• The essential tissues and vital organs, the
nervous system and the brain are not damaged
or digested in fasting.
• This is the secret of the effectiveness of fasting
as a curative and rejuvinating method.
24. Physiological effects of Fasting
• increased insulin sensitivity that results in
reduced plasma glucose and insulin
concentrations, improved glucose tolerance
• reduced levels of oxidative stress
• Increased resistance to various types of stress
including heat, oxidative and metabolic stresses
and enhanced immune function.
25. • Both gross and cellular physiology is
profoundly affected by caloric restriction (CR)
or intermittent fasting (IF) regimes.
• significant reduction of body fat and mass,
which supports a
• healthy cardiovascular system and reduces
incidents of myocardial infarction.
26. During fasting,
• building of new and healthy cells are speeded
up.
• capacity of the eliminative organs is greatly
increased as they are relieved of the burden of
digesting food.
• able to quickly expel old accumulated wastes
and toxins.
27. • Fasting provides a physiological rest to the
digestive, assimilative and protective organs.
• As a result, the digestion of food and the
utilisation of nutrients is greatly improved
after fasting.
• The fast also gives a normalising, stabilising
and rejuvenating effect on all the vital
physiological, nervous and mental functions.
28. Indications
• Indigestion, Constipation, Gas, Digestive disorders,
all kinds of stomach and intestinal disorders
• Bronchial Asthma, Obesity, Gout, High BP, etc.
• highly beneficial in serious conditions of the kidneys
and liver.
• for eczema and other skin diseases.
• various nervous disorders also respond favourably to
this mode of treatment.
• fever, constipation, stress, headache, common
cold, sinusitis, arthritis, anaemia, menstrual
disorders .
29. Contra-indications
Fasting should not be used in every illness.
In cases of diabetes, advanced stages of TB,
extreme cases of neurasthenia, long fasts will
be harmful. (where depletion of nutrients is
seen)
In most cases, however no harm will be done if
they take rest, and are under proper
professional care.
30. Benefits
• Eliminates toxins accumulated in the body
• Cleanses the systems
• Purifies channels and cells
• Relieves pressure and irritation in nerves and
vassels
• Builds healthy lymph and blood
• Regeneration of body, Longevity