The
root of Ayurveda lies in India. Ayurvedic science dates back to the time when
our holy Vedas were being written as we can find all the literature of Ayurveda
in the vedic texts. It is considered the most reliable science of healing.
Ayurveda is codified in two highly esteemed texts i.e. Charaka Samhita and
Sushruta Samhita. This healing science has already gained world-wide acceptance
due to its safe and holistic approach towards the body.
Ayurvedic Principles
The
base of ayurvedic principles lies in the fact that our body is a temple and we
should worship it by following certain beneficial habits and that too
religiously.
•Wise
lifestyle restores harmony between man and his environment.
•The
smooth processes of eating, digestion and assimilation are essential for
consistent health.
•Medicine
is a natural part of the plants (341 recorded in the book), animals (177
identified) or minerals (64 listed).
•Medicine
is preventive as well as curative.
•Focus
is on healthy practices such as yoga, meditation and massage which act as
catalyst for regulation of all the metabolic processes.
The Doshas
There
are five basic elements that make up the universe: earth, water, fire, air and
space. Ayurvedic healing is based on three Doshas present in every human being.
The balance of all three doshas is very important for the balance and harmony
with the universe and the surroundings. The ayurvedic treatment revolves around
these three doshas and its primary purpose is to maintain vata, pitta and kapha
in a balanced state. They are:
Vata
(wind / spirit / air) – Vata governs the movements of the body and mind. Too
much Vata leads to anxiety, insomnia and constipation.
Pitta
(bile / fire) – Pitta controls the metabolism of body and spirit. Too much
Pitta causes anger, ulcers and hair loss.
Kapha
(mucus / water) – This dosha maintains the resistance of the body. It gives
energy to the heart and lungs and a good memory. Too much Kapha leads to weight
gain and associated allergies.
Each
dosha has its peculiarities, strengths and weaknesses. All three of them need
to work together to maintain the accord in the body.
Diagnosis
The
ayurvedic method of diagnosis is the elimination of the origin and prevention
of contributory factors. Ayurvedic diagnosis is not about suppressing the main
symptoms and creating some side-effects. It ensures the removal of the root
cause and everlasting relief. The medicines for the diagnosis mainly comprises
products extracted from natural herbs, minerals and plants in the form of
powders, tonic, tablets, medicated oils etc. prepared from natural herbs,
plants and minerals.
The extra care
·
Sweating
We
have often heard people saying that sweating is very important for the body.
Sweating is a natural process that maintains the body temperature and keeps the
skin clean. Sweating is therapeutic for the skin and the body as it dilutes the
Doshas that are critically important for regulating all the substances and
structures present inside the body. For this purpose, spas and steam baths are
suggested as these methods facilitate sweating and eliminate toxins.
·
Massage
Massage
is a way of absorbing material adapted to the patient profile, such as medicated herbal oils Dhanwantharam, Kairkare, Ksheerabala Thailam . Massages are a way of detoxifying as the oil
gets deeper and absorbed in the body. Along with the relaxation, the body comes
close to the inner self realizing the true power of Ayurveda.
Recognition
Ayurveda
as we all know has been already is gaining global recognition and importance
because of its holistic approach towards curing and advising patients. In 1970,
the Indian Medical Central Council Act was passed by the Parliament of India,
to standardize the qualifications required to practice Ayurveda. In India, more
than 100 colleges offer degrees in traditional Ayurvedic medicine. Not only
educational institutions, there are umpteen ayurvedic medicine centers running
under various patent names equipped with all the training facilities and
exclusive product range which are extremely wonderful for complete wellness.
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