Ayurveda is one of the oldest natural healing systems of medicine which originated in ancient India more than 3,000 years ago that is still widely practised in modern times. The term Ayurveda, which means "knowledge of life," is derived from the Sanskrit words Ayur (life) and Veda (science or knowledge).
The concepts of the body's constitution (Prakriti), and life forces called Doshas- Vata, Pitta, and Kapha form the fundamental basis of Ayurvedic treatment. Every human being has these three Doshas existing differently with varying levels of balance according to body types. Ayurveda never tries to just treat ailments temporarily but takes a holistic approach to find the root cause of health issues and heal them not just masking them. It aims to balance the mind, body, spirit, and environment by applying certain lifestyle modifications and natural therapies such as nutrition, therapeutic oils and spices, yoga, massage, aromatherapy, and meditation.
Based on the notion that disease is due to an imbalance in a person's body and consciousness, Ayurveda treatment starts with an internal purification process by eliminating impurities, reducing symptoms, increasing resistance to disease, calming the mind, and bringing general well-being.
Herbs and other plants, including oils and common spices, are used extensively in Ayurvedic treatment and are usually derived from the roots, leaves, fruits, bark, or seeds of medicinal plants.
Yoga which is an integral part of Ayurveda and Indian philosophy, mentions the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, and space or ether) also known as 'Pancha Mahabhutas' which form the basic building blocks of the universe; every person, animal, plant and thing are composed of various combinations of these five elements. They represent the physical and energetic qualities of the human body and of the physical world. When all five elements are in harmony, we experience peace and good health.
The techniques and practices of yoga can be very effective at harmonising and balancing the five Ayurvedic elements thereby creating health, well-being, and happiness.
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