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🧠 Afaal-e-Aza: Understanding the Functional Wisdom of the Human Body in Unani Medicine Unani medicine, with its roots in ancient Greco-Arabic traditions, offers a unique and holistic view of the human body. One of its foundational concepts is Afaal-e-Aza — the functions of body organs . Understanding these functions is essential not just for students of Unani, but for anyone who wants to see the human body beyond its structural anatomy — as a beautifully coordinated system driven by harmony and balance. 📖 What is Afaal-e-Aza? In Unani medicine: "Aza" means organs . "Afaal" means functions . Thus, Afaal-e-Aza refers to the specific roles that each organ plays in maintaining health. These functions are not random but are driven by internal forces known as Quwa (faculties) , which include Quwwat-e-Tabi’iyah (Natural power), Quwwat-e-Nafsaniyah (Mental power), and Quwwat-e-Haiwaniyah (Vital power). ⚙️ Types of Afaal (Organ Functions) Let’s take a ...

🌀 Tibbology Times Post #6 – Hijāmah (Cupping Therapy) in Unani Medicine: Benefits, Methods & Modern View Assalamu Alaikum dear readers, Welcome back to Tibbology Times , your guide to holistic healing through the blend of Unani tradition and modern medicine . Today, we’re discussing one of the most well-known regimenal therapies in Unani medicine — Hijāmah , also known as cupping therapy . Used for centuries across cultures, Hijāmah is now gaining recognition in modern health circles for its detoxifying, pain-relieving, and energizing effects. 🩸 What is Hijāmah? Hijāmah means “sucking” or “drawing out” in Arabic. It’s a technique where small cups are placed on the skin to draw out impure or stagnant blood from specific points on the body. In Unani medicine, it is used to: Remove waste products from the blood Balance the humors (Akhlaṭ) Relieve pain, inflammation, and chronic fatigue There are two main types: Dry Cupping (Hijāmah Bila Shart) – No c...

🌀 Tibbology Times Post #5 – Ilāj Bil Tadbīr: Healing Through Regimenal Therapies in Unani Medicine Assalamu Alaikum dear readers, In today’s post, we explore one of the most fascinating and practical branches of Unani medicine: Ilāj bil Tadbīr – “Treatment through Regimen.” This form of healing focuses on non-drug therapies that restore balance by regulating diet, sleep, physical activity, elimination, and the body's natural rhythms. 🌿 What is Ilāj Bil Tadbīr? "Tadbīr" means planning or regimen in Arabic. In Unani, it refers to therapies that help correct the imbalance of humors (Akhlaṭ) without medication — by guiding the body gently back to its natural state. These therapies are based on: Mizāj (Temperament) Seasonal and lifestyle factors Nature of illness ⚕️ 10 Popular Regimenal Therapies in Unani Medicine Here are some well-known and widely used Ilāj bil Tadbīr practices: Hijāmah (Cupping) – Removes stagnant blood, improves circu...

🌀 Tibbology Times Post #4 – How to Balance Your Mizāj (Temperament) Naturally with Food & Lifestyle Assalamu Alaikum again, dear readers! Now that you’ve discovered your Mizāj (temperament) in our last post, let’s talk about the most important step: How to balance your temperament using food, habits, and Unani lifestyle guidance. When your Mizāj is balanced, you feel energetic, clear-minded, emotionally stable, and less prone to disease. But when it’s disturbed, illness begins. 🌿 The Unani Philosophy of Balance In Unani medicine, health is defined as the natural balance of four qualities : Hot / Cold Moist / Dry Each person’s Mizāj has a dominant combination of these. So, the treatment or diet must work against the excess to restore equilibrium. For example: If your temperament is Hot & Dry (Safravi) , you need cooling and moistening things to balance it. 🍎 Diet & Lifestyle Tips for Each Mizāj 🔴 1. Damwi (Hot & Moist) Goal: Reduce hea...

🌀 Tibbology Times Post #3 – What’s Your Mizāj? Simple Self-Test to Discover Your Unani Temperament Assalamu Alaikum and welcome back! After exploring what Mizāj (temperament) means in Unani medicine, many of you asked: "How can I find out my own Mizāj?" Great question — and today, we’re answering it! 🧪 Why It Matters Your Mizāj determines how your body functions , how you respond to foods, medicines, emotions, and even weather. Knowing your temperament helps you: Prevent illness Choose foods that balance you Improve your mood and energy Get personalized treatment from a Hakim 🔍 Self-Assessment: Discover Your Mizāj Below are four temperament types with checklists. Pick the one that matches you most. 🔴 1. Damwi (Sanguine) – Hot & Moist You might be Damwi if: You have a reddish, warm skin tone You are energetic, extroverted , and quick to act You have a strong appetite and digestion You get angry quickly , but forgive easily...

🌀 Tibbology Times Post #2 – Understanding Mizāj (Temperament): The Key to Personalized Healing Assalamu Alaikum dear readers, Welcome back to Tibbology Times , where we explore how Unani medicine and modern science come together to help you live a healthier life. 🌿⚕️ Today’s topic is one of the most fundamental concepts in Unani medicine – Mizāj (Temperament). Let’s explore what it means and why it’s still important in today’s medical world. 🌡️ What is Mizāj? Mizāj is an Arabic word that means temperament or body constitution . In the Unani system, every person is born with a unique natural temperament that governs: Physical characteristics Mental behavior Disease resistance Healing patterns Food preferences Knowing your Mizāj helps in choosing the right diet, lifestyle, and treatment . 🔥 The Four Basic Temperaments in Unani Medicine Unani classifies people into four main Mizāj types , based on the qualities of hot, cold, moist, and dry . Dam...

📝 Tibbology Times – Welcome to the Future of Healing! Assalamu Alaikum & Warm Greetings! Welcome to Tibbology Times , your new destination where the timeless wisdom of Unani medicine meets the precision of modern science . 🌿⚕️ In a world full of health trends and fast-changing treatments, we believe that true healing lies in balance —between nature and innovation, between traditional therapies and clinical research. 🌟 What Is Tibbology Times About? At Tibbology Times , we aim to: ✅ Simplify complex health topics from both Unani and modern perspectives ✅ Explore safe, natural remedies rooted in the Unani tradition ✅ Bridge the gap between ancient healing wisdom and evidence-based medicine ✅ Interview experts , share case studies, and bust health myths ✅ Promote a holistic approach to health: body, mind, and soul 🧪 Why Combine Unani and Modern Medicine? Unani medicine offers centuries-old insights into Mizāj (temperament) , Ilāj bi’l Tadbīr (regimenal therapi...