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Sanjeevani – The nature cure sanatorium established in 1989 by Sri: C R R VARMA popularly known as 'varmaji' . The nature cure sanatorium – SANJEEVANI – is situated at Peramangalam village (Thrissur - Guruvayoor Road), 10KM away from the cultural capital town of Kerala, Thrissur. It is the first co operative venture in the state of Kerala, situated in the area of 5 acres of land functioning under the auspice of Thrissur District Nature Cure Co –Operative Sanatorium.

Eco friendly duplex type of cottages are provided for the patients to live in. A portion of land is utilized for growing medicinal plants, fruit plants with the advice of KFRI ( Keral Forest Research Institute ) and the rest for the agricultural purposes. Organic farming is practiced here. The natural type of cottages and the serene atmosphere in the profusely vegetated sanatorium compound creates a conducive environment . Other than giving medical advice to the inmates of the sanatorium, regular study classes, lecture sessions, discussion programmes, free Naturopathic treatment camps etc.. Training is given for meditation and Yoga. A well maintained library and audio library are available in the sanatorium for the individuals to pursue studies in Nturopathy and hygenic living. The sanatorium administered by the dedicated board of directors and staff and qualified doctors are always vigilant to bestow advice and treatment.
The foundation stone was laid by former Hon'ble President of India Sri. K.R. NARAYANAN on 11th February 1989 and it was dedicated to the public by Sri. K. KARUNAKARAN, Hon'ble Chief Minister of Kerala state.

About varmaji

Dr. CRR Varma a disciple of Dr. Lakshmana Sharma and Dr. Swaminathan, renowned exponents of Naturopathy science in India, was practicing Naturopathic healing in Delhi in the 1960s and 70s. He was an Engineer by profession but left his official career dedicating his life to the cause of Naturopathy.

In 1978 he was invited to Kerala by some of the college professors and social activists. He travelled through the length and breadth of the state propagating his selfless mission. His Disciples of all walks of life from far and wide took up the mantle and started consultancy centres of natural living and naturopathic healing along with camps, seminars etc. by direct guidance of Varmaji some of which were participated by Dr.Swaminathan also. It was at a time when Naturopathic concept was disregarded as an out of date, superstitious dogma, Varmaji and his men created acceptability to this science pushing it through righteous minds. For Keralites it was a wonderful experience of curing deadly deceases without the aid of modern medicines.

We planned to start an exemplary hospital to heal the needy and also to propagate the science of naturopathic living and healing. We could gain support of the then top government officials for the cause they also have taken to their hearts. In 1988, 5 acres of land at minimal price was got acquired through the State government and 6 duplex cottages were sponsored by well wishers where around 20 patients can be accommodated. The foundation stone was laid down by the former President of India Hon. KR Narayanan and inaugurated by Chief Minister of the State Sri. K. Karunakaran. The centre now functions prestigiously in Thrissur, the central District of Kerala in the name Sanjeevani. Though many private Naturopathic treatment centres were sprouted in the State later on by the followers of Varmaji, Sanjeevani functions as a unique Co-operative Society in the field giving fullest satisfaction to the patients. The first President of the Society was Sri. T. Ravindran Thampi, IAS, who was the then ADM of Thrissur.

We provide all facilities of Naturopathy, Yoga and Meditation coincided with Massage treatment, Acupuncture and Cupping facilities, all handled by authoritative, well-qualified and competent Naturopathic doctors. We have enough land space for walking exercises with picturesque beauty of natural and medicinal trees and plants. We cultivate organic vegetables. A Cow-shed also adorn which give a traditional splendour to our centre. Patients from all over Kerala, outside the state and also from abroad come to Sanjeevani and enjoy our services. We also provide accommodation and practical experiences for internship for students after completion of their BNYS Degree in their respective colleges and issue Certificates to them.

We look forward for whole-hearted support from rightful thinking society to enable us to take ahead the vision and mission of our preceptors to more successful heights.

About Naturopathy

WHENEVER THE SCIENTIFIC COMMUNITY CAME OUT WITH THE WRONG CONCLUSION BASED ON HALF-BAKED KNOWLEDGE, A MAN OPENLY FOUGHT AGAINST IT AND HIS OPINION WAS PROVED TO BE CORRECT SUBSEQUENTLY AS THEY WERE BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND INTUITION. THE SAID MAN WAS SRI: C.R.R VARMA (Varmaji), THE FOUNDER AND MENTOR OF SANJEEVANI.

A silent revolution of science is taking place in the field of medical treatment A revolution not in terms of its sweep, but in terms of concept. What is aptly called Naturopathy, the system of treatment is not new as such, but the fact is that it is gaining prominence among the more enlightened sections of society.

Tides began turning in favour of Naturopathy in Kerala after Sri: CRR VARMA, an engineer turned naturopath, took some initiative to spread its message through a modest personal venture. The system involves no medication. "Eat when you are hungry and drink plain water when you are thirsty" are the two sutras on which the naturopathy superstructure is built. And all that one has to rely on are fruits and vegetables. Whether it be for asthma, heart disease or cancer, its proponents say.

According to CRR Varma, many of the diseases can be cured by diet control. He said that during the initial stages of his efforts, not many were willing to be treated in his way. Many people said they were not willing to change their food habits' he says.

'Now, however, people have started to realize the therapeutic aspect of diet control and many chronically ill patients have been cured of their disease which they had feared were incurable'. He said the main reason for all the diseases at present is the change in our food habits. Man, he said, is a vegetarian, and fruits and nuts are the food destined for him. Food should be live and wholesome. Cooked food loses its vitality and is difficult to digest. And, the human body requires regular exercise for its healthy functioning. But in the present state, we are not able to find time even for simple exercises. Herein lies the importance of Naturopathy and yoga.

It was the chance meeting VARMAJI had with naturopathy specialist Dr.SWAMINATHAN, that proved to be turning point in his life. He learnt Upanishads, the principle of nature cure and allied subjects from Dr.Swaminathan. Since the VEDIC period, a large section of people in India have been living in tune with the laws of Nature. The laws, principles and theories of this science were scattered in the VEDAS, UPANISHADS and PURANAS. Varmaji's profound knowledge of the scripture along with Acharya: Swaminathan's guidance, he acquired mastery over the subject.

A large number of patients suffering from asthma, high blood pressure, heart diseases and cancer have been cured by the expert advice given by VARMAJI in the Naturopathic way of treatment. He attended to many patients across the country regularly. Besides, hundreds of persons trained by him are also active in this field. They include professors, advocates, company executives, officers from various fields business persons etc...

Varmaji has written many books on naturopathy. According to him fruits and vegetables can do miracles in the human system. By building up a good culture in our consumption of food, we can take good care of our health.