Ayurvedic
Ayurvedic Medicine
Ayurvedic medicine (pronunciation: /ˌɑːjʊərˈveɪdɪk/), also known as Ayurveda, is one of the world's oldest holistic healing systems. It was developed more than 3,000 years ago in India. The term "Ayurveda" is derived from the Sanskrit words "ayur" (life) and "veda" (science or knowledge), thus it means "the science of life".
History
Ayurvedic medicine is based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit. It aims to promote good health, rather than fight disease. However, treatments may be recommended for specific health problems.
Principles
In Ayurvedic medicine, it is believed that every person is made of five basic elements found in the universe: space, air, fire, water, and earth. These elements combine in the human body to form three life forces or energies, known as doshas. They control how your body works. The three doshas are Vata dosha, Pitta dosha, and Kapha dosha.
Treatments
Ayurvedic treatments may include a combination of herbal compounds, special diets, exercise, and lifestyle recommendations. The majority of India's population uses Ayurvedic medicine exclusively or combined with conventional Western medicine.
See Also
References
External Links
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ayurvedic
- Wikipedia's article - Ayurvedic
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