MEET DR. PADMA RAJU
Dr. Padma Raju is an expert in herbology, gynacology, pediatrics, pre-concepetion, and nutrition. When not at her family clinic in Hyderabad, she travels the world to offer pulse consultations and the world-famous Banana Treatment. She is also a mother of twins.
Dr. Padma is part of the famous Raju Family are internationally renowned leading experts in authentic Ayurveda (the science of health and longevity).​ Practicing for over 7 generations (or more), their speciality is a most refined, accurate and comprehensive patient evaluation through Pulse Diagnosis. They also specialize in creating very effective and individualized treatments using precise knowledge and application of rare and powerful herbal formulas.
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OFFERINGS:
BANANA PURIFICATION TREATMENT
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Available by individual appointment in both Redwood City and Marin
$50 dakshina per day for travel (cash only)
POWERFUL THERAPY TO PROMOTE PERFECT HEALTH
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Banana purification treatment (BT) is a powerful therapy that cleanses the entire physiology and restores gynecological health.
This treatment is to build ojas and immunity, improve hormonal imbalances & fertility issues and is powerful purification of the nervous system, hence why this treatment is beneficial for women and men. Even if the problems are deeply rooted, significant relief can be achieved. Thousands of women travel from all over the world to the Raju clinic in India just for this treatment so traveling or taking time off for this treatment is highly recommended to take advantage of this opportunity.
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The program consists of a serving of herbs on a small piece of banana taken on an empty stomach (specific instructions for the diet will be given). Multiple days are recommended but even one treatment can be very powerful.
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This treatment is valuable for everyone, but especially beneficial for women of all ages (and even more valuable if it happens to line up with your menstrual cycle).
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BANANA TREATMENT IS BOTH AVAILABLE FOR WOMEN AND MEN
"BT carries the message of the Smriti (the cellular memory) enlivening all the different things for rejuvenation, immunity and longevity. There is a LOT that the treatment does ~ promotion of all the different values for the reproductive organs & also for every cell."
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Vaidya J.R. Raju
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SOME OF THE AREAS BT IS HELPFUL IN:
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dysmenorrhea (painful periods)
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amenorrhea (absence of menstruation)
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menorrhagia (heavy periods)
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irregular cycles
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hormonal imbalances
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conception + infertility
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thyroid disorders
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menopause
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energy levels + fatigue
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deep emotional imbalances
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+ much more
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GENERAL BT INFORMATION
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BT is a small piece of banana with special herbs that is eaten whole. It should be taken on a completely empty stomach ~ minimum 2 hours fasting after a meal. You may have water the first hour. Then no water and continue no food for the 2nd hour before receiving BT AND the first hour after receiving it.
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It is important to swallow the banana piece whole—do not chew it. Use your right hand to “feed” the banana piece into your mouth.
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Do not talk for 30 minutes before you receive the banana herbs and 30 minutes afterwards.
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Nasika (nasal oil) and Gandusha (for oral oil-pulling) should also be stopped if you are menstruating during BT (they draw energy & toxins up and out whereas menstruation and BT are drawing down & out).
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Be sure to sip hot water frequently during BT to help clear toxins thoroughly. And take extra rest during BT, especially if you are menstruating.
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Do not use tampons during Banana Purification as this prevents the free flow of toxins out of the body and could cause toxins to build up.
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A time to go inward and rest – It is encouraged you keep socializing to a minimum. You will probably be quite tired during the Banana Purification, so it is best you avoid strenuous activity, work, studying, going out etc. Sleeping during the day is permitted. Think of this as a stretch of “time for yourself” where you can profoundly rest and purify.
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If you need to work or attend to family duties, that is fine, but try have at least one hour to yourself in silence and inward attention after taking the BT.
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If you are pregnant, you should not take BT
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PULSE CONSULTATIONS
Available in 10 or 15 minute time slots ($100 or $150 respectively, cash or check)
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Pulse diagnosis, a healing art and science, is employed to detect where any imbalance exists & its root cause. A lot is revealed to the Ayurvedic doctor during this intimately communicative method.
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This is valuable for those who desire a deeper insight into what is going on in their physiology. Pulse diagnosis can reveal the underlying cause of disease for those with niggling health issues or that are poorly responding to treatments. It may also detect imbalances before they manifest into disease, acting as a vital tool for prevention and maintenance of optimum health and vitality.
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Vaidya Dr. Raju can accurately and comprehensively conduct patient evaluation and diagnosis just by feeling the pulse. This will mostly give the Vaidya more information that tests, scans, hours of questioning and other diagnosis methods can provide.
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You will receive a treatment plan with a specialized diet and lifestyle advice and highly refined herbal recommendations.
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For an accurate pulse diagnosis, you will need to have an empty stomach.
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No food should be consumed 4-5 hours before your session.
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Caffeine must be avoided on the day of your Private Health Session.
Bring medical tests if necessary – This includes, blood tests, urine tests, scans, reports etc. The Vaidya may ask to see them so if you have recent tests, bring them along with you.
***Women on their menstrual cycle should not see the Vaidya for consultation, but should opt for Banana Treatment.
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CONSULTATION ADD-ONS (10 min/$100 each):
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Self pulse instructions
​Balancing your own special needs through self-pulse​
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Self-marma instruction
​Learn how to open and clear key Marma points daily for your physiology​
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Shakti (Energy) program
​Shakti is described in the Vedas as the cosmic creative energy. Learn a simple Vedic Sutra to get the Shakti from Mother Divine to fulfill your specific, life-supporting desire. ​
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VITALITY DRINK​​
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Taken with 2 hours of fasting both before and after ($150, cash or check)​
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Resets and restores the metabolic functions of Agni (digestive fire), to "digest" ama (blockages) and clear the physical channels to promote vitality and long life.
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The program consists of a ONE TIME SERVING of freshly prepared liquid herbal mixture with diluted yogurt taken on an empty stomach followed by a rice-only diet for 3 days (specific instructions for the diet will be given).
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How to Sign Up
Please fill out the form below with the offerings you are interested in. Because everyone will be needing different lengths for appointments based on what they sign up for, it is best to indicate your availability and Padma's assistant will reach out to you with potential appointment times.
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If you are just interested in one of the talks, please still register as space is limited.