Ayurveda

The ancient Ayurveda text, Charaka says: ‘Man is the epitome of the universe. Within man, there is as much diversity as in the world outside. Similarly, the outside world is as diverse as human beings themselves.’

The basic premise of Ayurveda is that the entire universe is part of one singular absolute. According to the theory, everything that exists in the universe also appears within the human body.

Ayurveda emphasises prevention of disease, rejuvenation of our body systems, and extension of life span.

The profound premise and promise of Ayurveda is that through certain practices, not only can we prevent heart disease and make our headaches go away, but we can also understand ourselves and the world around us better, live a long healthy life in balance and harmony, achieve our fullest potential, and express our true inner nature on a daily basis.

Ayurveda is an intricate system of healthcare that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. It is believed to be oldest healing science in existence, forming the foundation of all others.

Ayurveda was conceived and developed by vedic yogis and natural scientists through centuries of observations, experiments, discussions, and meditations. For several thousand years their teachings were passed on orally from teacher to student; and around the fifth to sixth century BC, elaborately detailed texts were written in Sanskrit.

Manuscripts are in evidence from the Atharva-Veda, one of several Vedas (meaning “knowledge”), dating back to approximately 1500 BC) and they contain detailed medical information, upon which Ayurvedic medical practice is based on. Ayurvedic manuals were written by Charaka, Sushruta, and Vagbhata that give detailed descriptions of the various practices. Charaka listed 500 hundred remedies and Sushruta over 700 vegetable medicines.

In India today, Ayurvedic practitioners now receive state-recognised training in parallel to their physician counterparts. What’s more, there is now a rapidly developing global drive to prove that methods such as Ayurveda can work alongside general medical practice and offer the user a natural, safe and beneficial alternative.

1. Wellness and Prevention: Ayurveda focuses on maintaining health and preventing illness by promoting a balanced and harmonious lifestyle.
2. Individualized Care: It recognizes the uniqueness of each person’s constitution and provides personalized recommendations for diet and lifestyle.
3. Holistic Healing: Ayurveda addresses not only physical ailments but also emotional and mental well-being, fostering a sense of wholeness.
4. Natural Healing: The use of natural remedies, herbs, and practices makes Ayurveda a gentle and sustainable approach to health.
5. Time-Tested Wisdom: Ayurveda’s ancient roots and time-tested principles have made it a trusted and respected system of wellness for millennia.