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What is Ayurveda?

What is Ayurveda? An ancient path to wellness

Ayurveda is the oldest form of health care in the world. It is considered the sister science of yoga and is said to have originated in India over 5000 years ago, at approximately the same time as the emergence of yoga. It is called the healing science of India and utilizes the blessings of nature and spirit to restore balance to the body.

 

The very uniqueness of Ayurveda is that it does not fight with the body to control disease, but teaches us to harmonize our body and mind with the universal laws of nature, thereby removing the very roots of disease.

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Sanskrit roots of the word 'Ayurveda'

In Sanskrit, Ayur means life and Veda means knowledge or science, so the literal translation is “The Science of Life”. It is based on the one fundamental principle that health is the natural state of an individual as long as his/her body and mind are in harmony with nature (environment). Disease is the outcome of disharmony.

 

Ayurveda is different from other health care systems in that it places emphasis on prevention at the root causes, instead of dealing with symptoms. Ayurveda emphasizes the importance of food as our herbal, along with yoga, pranayama, meditation, herbal medication, and the cleansing, rejuvenation and detoxification of both body and mind.

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What should I expect from an Ayurvedic treatment?

Ayurvedic treatment focuses on restoring the natural harmony of your body and mind.On your first day at 'Samyak Ayurveda', our doctors will ask for your medical history, check your pulse, palpate your abdomen, examine your tongue, eyes, nails, and skin, and listen to the tone of your voice. The doctor will also ask you questions about your general state of health with special focus on your lifestyle, diet, habits, and environmental surroundings.

 

Based on this assessment, our doctors will then make recommendations on how to restore your natural balance, which always includes changes in your lifestyle, a particular diet and the following practices:

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Herbal Remedies

Carefully selected herbs are used to restore balance to your unique dosha (body constitution).

Pranayama

Breathing exercises that enhance life energy.

Panchakarma

A detoxification process to cleanse the body of impurities, using techniques that may involve sweating, bowel cleansing, and other methods to remove built-up toxins.

Rasayana

Rejuvenating practices that may include the chanting of mantras combined with herbal remedies.

Abhyanga

Full-body massages with herbal oils that stimulate circulation and help draw out toxins.

Asana Practices

Asana practices improve digestion, lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety, and relieve chronic pain.​

Salient features of Ayurveda

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  • 100% Safe: Ayurveda uses all Natural herbal products having no side effects.

  • Deep healing: Ayurveda goes to the root of the problem and does not only suppress the external symptoms.

  • Comprehensive method: Ayurveda uses special diet, yoga, breathing techniques and meditation for complete restoration of the body and mind.

  • Clean: Ayurveda detoxifies the body from years of toxin and tension build-up.

  • Both preventive as well as curative treatments.

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