The Wellbeing Programme is a philanthropic initiative by Friends of Tibet, a non-profit organisation founded in 1999 to support the cause of Tibet and to create awareness about the issue of Tibet amongst people all over the world. This initiative researched, designed and implemented by Friends of Tibet aims at the restoration, propagation and promotion of the endangered traditions and practices of Tibet.
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1. What is the Tibetan Medical System?
2. What is the philosophy behind Tibetan Medical System?
3. How is the diagnosis done by a Tibetan Doctor?
4. What is Tibetan medicine most effective for?
5. Are there animal products or preservatives used in making Tibetan Medicines?
6. Is there a suggested way to take Tibetan medicine?
7. Are there side effects for Tibetan medicines?
8. What is the legal status of Men-Tsee-Khang, the Tibetan Medical Centre?
1. What is the typical Tibetan Medicine treatment for Cancer?
Tibetan medicine works best when there are no other intervening medicines. Efficacy is definitely reduced when it is combined with other treatments. So we advise patients to start our treatments after they have finished their chemotherapy. For example a well-designed treatment strategy is more important that the strength or dosage of the medicines. Doctors try to understand individual body constitutions, recommend what food is needed and overcome deficiencies through supplements. Exercise also helps a lot.
I have also noticed that patients who are frustrated and mentally blocked impede the healing process. Patients who understand and accept the disease, have a positive outlook, take medicines in time and employ diet, lifestyle and the right state of mind, effectively aid their own recovery.
2. What dietary principles does Tibetan Medicine recommend for Cancer?
3. Is your success rate better for some types of cancers than others?
4. How does Tibetan Medicine work at different stages of the Cancer journey?
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Answer: 'Sowa Rigpa' or the Science of Healing is one of the world's oldest known medical traditions dating back to 4th Century AD. It has historical background of more than two thousand years old. It flourished in the land of snow, which is popularly known today as the Roof of the World—Tibet. Tibetan medicine is a centuries-old traditional system encompassing spiritual, medical science and social behavior in the paradigm of holistic health. It is popularly believed that Tibetan Medical System is essentially a teaching of Buddha himself as part of the ways to liberate the human beings from the vicious cycle of suffering. The Tibetan medical system is based upon a synthesis of Ayurveda, Unani, Greek, indigenous Tibetan, and Chinese medical systems. The Tibetan medical system is practiced in Tibet, India, Nepal, Bhutan, Siberia, China and Mongolia, and more recently in parts of Europe and North America.
Answer: The Tibetan medical system embraces the traditional Buddhist belief that all illness ultimately results from the "Three Poisons" of the mind: Ignorance, Attachment and Aversion. Therefore, the mind, body and spirit play very crucial role in understanding and the treatment of diseases as a whole. Buddhist philosophy states that everything in the universe is in a constant state of flux — that all phenomenon are characterised by impermanence, and that the only permanent feature is impermanence itself. As Buddha said, "No matter whether perfect beings arise or not, it remains a fact, and a hard necessity of existence, that all creations are transitory." It is this impermanence that causes each and every being to suffer at one stage or another. Suffering is thus not accidental but springs from a specific cause, whether from this life or a previous life. Only through proper learning and the genuine practice of Dharma, one can liberate from the vicious cycle of suffering.
Answer: Diagnosis of a disease or imbalance is done through pulse reading or pulse assessment, one of the ancient and sophisticated methods of diagnosing. Pulse Diagnosis is an ancient science of assessing the status of a patient's body, mind and soul. Disease is also diagnosed through urinalysis and healthy interrogation and understanding of one’s dietary and life style factors. The diagnosis helps to treat various ailments and to prevent their occurrence.
Answer: In addition to many common ailments, Tibetan Medicines also offers very effective treatment in controlling and even curing may major diseases like Asthma, Arthritis, Diabetes, Hypertension, Sinusitis, Eczema, Anxiety, General Cardio-Vascular, Liver and Kidney related-problems, Nervous Disorders, Gynecological problems, Gastro-Intestinal Disorders, Chronic Cold and Allergic problems, Psychosomatic problems, Heart-related issues, etc. The medicines also help in controlling primary cancer cases.
Answer: No animal products; preservatives or any artificial flavours are used in the manufacturing Tibetan medicines based on herbal formulas. And Tibetan medicines and incenses are consecrated according to the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
Answer: Some Tibetan medicinal pills are usually hard and bitter. These pills need to be crushed either with a Pill Crusher or by wrapping in clothe to crush to make powder. The powdered pills are with lukewarm water only to ensure digestion. If any meal is not taken, then the duration between the morning and noon pills should be 4-5 hours between noon and evening 7-8 hours. If it is not possible to take the evening pill half an hour after the meal, then one could do this also directly before going to bed. Please do not get confused between 'Boiled' water and 'Hot' water. If boiled water is not available, take crushed pills with light black tea or mineral water.
Answer: The Tibetan medicines use purely natural herbal recipe that goes down to treat the root of the problem. These medicines are very safe as they are prepared without adulteration and known to have no side effects.
Answer: Men-Tsee-Khang is a charitable, cultural and educational institution of His Holiness the the Dalai Lama, registered under the Indian Societies Registration Act of 1860 (No: 1290/79). It has exemption under section 80G of the Income Tax Act 1961 (No.CIT/PTA/1 & 93-94/80-G/1813). The institution is registered under section 12A (a) of the Indian Income Tax Act 1961.
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The next four questions are answered by Dr Dorjee Rapten Neshar of Men-Tsee-Khang as told to Gunjan Mohank in an interview for 'Cancer Awakens'.
Answer: The real nature of Cancer is impure blood with infectious characteristics that creates toxins in the body and results in tumors. Our typical treatment is three-pronged:
Answer: In our system, diet is individualised. Five people can have the same cancer but the diet for each may be totally different. This is because diet depends on body consultation and personality. In Ayurveda, this is referred to as "Dosha" and we call it "Rungshin". For example, people with high "pita" are recommended a diet that reduces "pita", while others with a non-inflamed 'cold' pulse' are prescribed a different diet. Whatever one's constitution, the aim of choosing the right diet is to build the right 'cosmophysical' energies in the body and achieve a dynamic equilibrium — this is health. In general, fruits, berries, pomegranate, lime and foods rich in beta carotene and active falconoid are good. Fish, especially river and clear-water fish are good as they have Omega 3 fatty acids.
Answer: Our treatment is very successful with breast cancer, multiple myeloma (bone cancer), some forms of chronic blood cancers, chronic lymphoblastic leukemia, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, colo-rectal cancer, thyroid cancer, and some types of brain cancer.
Answer: As with all disease, the earlier the diagnosis and the earlier the treatment begins, the better. In case of recurrence our medicines are known to work very well. However, in these situations, a second line of treatment is often required so the medicines are stronger. We can also effectively maintenance and manage the disease. This is achieved not only through medicines but also through self-healing and visualisation techniques, pain management therapies, meridian massages with herbs, meditation and initiation into spiritual healing. In the final stage, we believe it is important to prepare the patient for their last journey into the next life. We encourage the dying to leave negative feelings behind and to die in peace. This is very important and Tibetan medicine has some powerful practices for this time.
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