What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda is a holistic medical system. Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word that literally means as the knowledge of life (AYU – life, VEDA – knowledge or science). It is based on ancient Indian texts that utilize natural treatments, herbal medicines, lifestyle and dietary practices to promote healing of body, mind and spirit. The benefits of Ayurveda have been proven over centuries and practiced in daily life to sustain health.

Ayurveda is a way of life. This Indian system of medicine believes in principles which involve holistic healing by bringing back the body attributes to normal. Ayurvedic herbs, detox therapies, diet, exercise, yoga and psychological attributes all are given utmost importance in the management of various disorders. It also gives emphasis on various concepts like dietary regimen, daily regimen, seasonal regimen etc which are helpful in prevention of disease.