What is Ayurveda? Known as the science of life, developed in the subcontinent of India about 5,000 years ago and has passed down through several generations.
As a matter of fact, over
The name derives from Ayur–meaning life and Veda–meaning knowledge or science. Literally means the science of life.
The principals of Ayurveda define life as a combination of four entities–body, mind, senses, and soul. It also emphasizes the prevention and treatment of illness.
Though, the wellbeing of a person depends on the
Ayurveda practice is rapidly growing in popularity. This is because it is 100% safe and less side effects.
But what does this ancient practice have to bring to the modern wellness community?
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What is Ayurveda Therapy?
They center the fundamental principles of Ayurveda around balancing the mind-body connection and harnessing the power of self and spatial awareness for improving overall wellness.
According to Ayurveda, every individual has a unique constitution called Prakriti, which determines their physical and mental characters.
It predominates the property by one or two of three bodily energies derived from nature known as doshas.
Petta
They link Petta to fire and water. In fact, it represents the energy of transformation.
It controls the endocrine and digestive systems, particularly your metabolism on how well you breakdown foods and some hormones linked to your appetite.
So when this energy is imbalanced, this will lead to harmful effects such as digestive problems, arthritis, and inflammation.
Vata
Vata energy derives from air and space, also called the King of Doshas, since it gives motion in Petta and Kepha.
Here, Vata governs anything related to movements such as nerve impulses, circulation, respiration, and elimination.
When out of balance, it causes fear, anxiety, loneliness and exhaustion.
Kepha
Lastly is the Kepha, linked to earth and water. They associate Kepha with strength and growth.
The primary locations of Kapha are in chest and torso.
Factors such as stress,
In fact, these imbalances leave the individual susceptible to illnesses.
Ayurveda also aims to restore balance to this delicate system.
This therapy, although it is a highly individualized form of health care and two separate people, can never share the same experience.
Common Ayurveda Practices
An Ayurvedic practitioner will look for signs of energy imbalances and might also suggest different treatments and practices.
That is depending of course on your particular health problems.
Some practices include:
1. Body and Mental Relaxation
Breathing exercises or Pranayama is a mind calming method.
Deep breathing clears the lungs and increases the oxygen intake.
In fact, they often recommend yoga and massages to relax the body and exercise particular muscles and bones.
2. Colorful Diet
So with Ayurveda, it not just about a
While this approach suggests including all
3. Abundant Rest and Sleep
According to Ayurveda, lack of sleep weakens the immune system and speeds up aging.
So having deep sleep repairs and rejuvenates the body and the mind. Whereas, the general recommendation is 6-8 hours of peaceful sleep every night.
4. Connection with Nature
Since doshas are derived from nature, a spiritual reconnection with the natural world helps restore balance by interacting with wildlife and the environment through nature walks, hiking, or camping.
The Takeaway
This is not actually an alternative to modern medicine.
Although there are herbs and drugs developed for Ayurveda medication, the practice only enhances physical and emotional wellbeing.
Wellness practices under Ayurveda principles such as aromatherapy, yoga, meditation, and exercises to improve the quality of life by promoting health and happiness.
Keep
Sources:
- "Ayurvedic Medicine." Taking Charge of Your Health and Wellbeing,
https://www.takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/explore-healing-practices/ayurvedic-medicine - Eisler, Melissa. "The 6 Tastes of Ayurveda." Chopra, 16 May 2016, https://chopra.com/articles/the-6-tastes-of-ayurveda
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