ayurveda

History of Ayurveda

A comprehensive understanding of Ayurveda requires a detailed look at its long history, from its source to the various interpretations it has been subjected to, through the centuries. The original verses

Rejuvenation Therapy

And

panchakarma

Rejuvenation Therapy

The legendary Rasayana Chikitsa, or Rejuvenation Therapy, is often considered synonymous with rebirth, for it completely revitalize

Panchakarma

Panchakarma is a rejuvenation therapy in Ayurveda. The Pancha (Five) Karma (Action) approach to disease prevention is a combination of five tried-and-tested treatmen

The Panchakarma Procedure

Panchakarma is performed in three stages that methodically lead the body through a variety of therapies.

Specialized Treatments

Ayurveda offers a plethora of unique treatment techniques that can relieve any specific organ-related issues. Raktamokshana is

Ayurvedic

MEDICINES

Keras, Raskriyas and Avarthis

Keras, Raskriyas [Lambatives] and Avarthis [Medicated Oil] are widely used across God's Own Country as daily remedies for a number of ailments. Keras Murivenna is a

Kashayas

Kashayas are water-based extracts of medicinal herbs, often mixed with other medicines as well. Ashtavarga Kashaya is

Thailas

Thaila (Thailam), or sesame oil medicated with herbal mixes, is an extremely useful category of Ayurvedic medicine. Its potency can be increased during

Churnas

Churnas are medicinal powders used for a wide range of treatments. They are prepared by the repeated crushing and

Disease

(causes, diagnosis and ayurvedic pharmacology)

Causes of Disease

Ayurveda classifies diseases broadly into the Sarira (physical) and the Manasa (mental). These are then further sub-divided into Nija " endogenous, and Agantu " exogenous diseas

Diagnosis in Ayurveda

The Great Sages of yore laid down specific guidelines on how to diagnose and approach ailments in patients. Their teachings as well as a comprehensive explanation of diseases are given

Ayurvedic Pharmacology

Dravyavigjnan or the study of dravya lies at the root of Ayurvedic pharmacology. Dravyas are medicines or drugs that must be further purified

Philosophy

And

human pathology

Human Pathology

Any sickness can be treated with a deeper understanding of our own self. Our body reacts to a large number of internal and external factors and any imbalance or impurity created by these causes illness. Equilibrium within our

Philosophy

Ayurveda is believed to be strongly inspired by Sage Kapila and the Sankhya school of philosophy. It is said that everything that exists in the physical universe originates from the union of Prakriti [matter] and Purusha [pure

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