Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word meaning “the science of life.” It is also referred to as “the mother of all healing,” “knowledge of life,” or “right living.” It is an ancient art of healing that has been practiced in India for thousands of years. It includes yoga philosophy and is considered a holistic approach to healing as it integrates the body, mind and consciousness. Unlike our Western approach to medicine, Ayurveda teaches us that what is needed to heal our body, mind, and spirit is around us all the time. It is just a matter of tuning in and paying attention. According to Ayurveda, disease is caused by an imbalance in the energy of an individual’s body or in the three Doshas of Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. The word “Dosha” is like the prefix “dys,” meaning fault, mistake, error. Many things happen to disturb an individual’s energy balance. Some examples include: emotions; diet; weather; work and relationships. In Ayurveda, the aim is always balance as this is the natural order and is necessary to maintain good health while imbalance is associated with disorder and the development of disease. Today, we can see the influence of Ayurveda in the West as more and more individuals are looking for alternative approaches to our system of allopathic medicine. More spas and skin care centers are offering Ayurveda and some are dedicated entirely to Ayurveda. When seeing an Ayurvedic practitioner, your goal is an individualized treatment that contributes to your physical and emotional balance. Remember, your well-being keeps you looking and feeling good on the inside and out.
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