Ayurveda is an ancient system of medicine, that originated in Indian subcontinent thousands of years ago. This holistic medical science literally means “knowledge of life” (Ayur = life, Veda = knowledge). It stems from the ancient Indian culture and was taught for many centuries in an oral tradition from proficient masters to their disciples. Much of this knowledge have been compiled by great philosophers. Ayurveda is a medical system based on natural laws to help the people to maintain their health by keeping his body mind and soul in a perfect balance with the nature. It is based on maintaining the delicate balance between the three dosas ‘vada pitta and kapha’ in the body. It treats any diseased person as a whole individual and not just focus on the diseases and thus helping to restore his total wellbeing. Ayurveda has evolved and developed into what it is today by incorporating the whole of the available ancient wisdom into modern academic studies.

It is important to understand the fundamental difference between Ayurveda and modern medicine. Modern medicine tends to focus on symptoms and diseases, and primarily uses medications and surgery to rid the body from pathogens or diseased tissues. Indeed, many lives have been saved by this approach. However, most synthetic drugs have side effects and weaken the body even though it cures diseases.

Ayurveda does not merely focus on disease. Instead, it has a holistic approach and focuses on the importance of strengthening the whole body and maintaining the energy balance. A minimal amount of effort can cure the disease if the energy of the person is balanced. If the body’s natural immune systems are strong then the body can easily defend any disease.