|  | About Ayurveda |  | | | About Ayurveda |  | |  | What is Ayurveda ? Ayurveda literally means the "Science of Life". According to astronomical records in ancient vedic texts, the vedic system, including Ayurveda, was in practice before 4000 BC". This time proven system of medicine has its origins in ancient India and is still being practiced today in many parts of the world with proven results. | Aspects which distinguish Ayurveda in its approach to health care 1.It focuses on establishing & maintaining balance of the life energies within us, rather than focusing on individual symptoms. 2.It recogonizes the unique constitutional differences of all individuals & therefore recommends different regimens for different type of peoples.
| | 3.Ayurveda is a complete medical system which recogonizes that ultimately all intelligence & wisdom flows from one absolute source(Parmatma). Ayurveda assists Nature by promoting harmony between the individual & Nature by living a life of balance according to her laws. 4.Ayurveda describes three fundamental universal energies which regulates all natural processes on both macrocosmic & microscopic levels .These are known as Tridosha. 5.Finally, the ancient Ayurvedic physicians realized the need for preserving the alliance of the mind & body & offers mankind tools for rembering & nurturing the subtler aspects of our humanity.Ayurveda seeks to heal the fragmentation & disorder of mind-body complex & restore wholeness & harmony to all people. 6.Panch Mahabhutas - The Basic of all things.
| A distinguishing feature which sets Ayurveda apart from other alternative systems of medicine is the fact that Ayurvedic treatment treats patient as a "whole" i.e. a combination of the body,the mind and the soul. This Vedic system of medicine repeatedly emphasizes the common origin of mankind and the universe.Our relationship with our environment is intrinsic. The elements which compose the universe also constitute the human body and therefore the laws which govern the universal elements also govern the human realm.
These profound concepts based upon an astute understanding of the universal laws and practical observations about the world around give us the indication about the holistic approach of Ayurveda and its potential in alleviating many health related problems afflicting the whole of humanity.
Health is essential for enjoyment of all the worldly pleasures in a righteous manner. Ayurveda goes much beyond the realms of ordinary medicine and gives practical measures on how to maintain and protect one's health and well -being and promote longevity of life. Ayurveda is thus not just a system of medicine,rather it's a way of life!
Illness, according to Ayurveda is a condition of imbalance which originates from some fundamental deficiency and something more than symptomatic relief is needed for its cure. Ayurvedic medicines predominantly being plant based are in close harmony with nature and hence easily assimilable by the human body.Ayurveda thus helps maintain the integrity of the unique elemental balance in each individual and treats the ailment at its root cause. |
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