Ayurveda means “The Science of Healthy Living & The Art of Healing” and in a limited sense, commonly understood as “The Science of Indian Medicine”. The World Health Organisation acknowledges Ayurveda as the world’s most ancient, scientific, holistic and complete health care system. It is originally from In Originated in India about 5000 years ago, Ayurveda is an ancient, time tested system of medicine which helps to maintain healthy body and a healthy mind. It is an holistic and comprehensive medical science that not only fights and cures diseases but also maintains spiritual, emotional and psychological well being.
Perhaps the world’s oldest and continuously practiced medical science, Ayurveda, originated in India about 3000 years BC, derives from two words- Ayu means life and Veda means science- The Science of Life. Ayurveda is a traditional natural healing system and thousands of years before modern medicine recognised the existence of mind, Ayurveda invented the treatments for mind and body. Ayurveda is a truly holistic health system which supports you from the cradle to the end of your life. The Ayurvedic mode of living aims to maximise your lifespan by optimising your health through interventions that care for your body, mind, spirit and environment. Ayurveda places a great emphasis on the prevention of disease and on health promotion, as well as on a comprehensive approach to treatment. The roots of Ayurveda can be traced back to 3000 BC in the Vedas, India’s oldest scriptures, particularly the Fourth Veda, Atharvaveda which contains the philosophical basis of Ayurveda. Ayurveda is perhaps the first comprehensive medical system that identified existence of communicable diseases such as tuberculosis and lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, cardiac illnesses and without the benefit modern diagnostics and equipment, Ayurveda’s description of human anatomy is unbelievably accurate. Sushruta, Ayurvedic surgeon and Sage, performed world’s first plastic surgeries some in c1500 BC.
Benefits of Ayurveda
Improve blood circulation – Stress reduction & relief
Stimulates the lymphatic system – Carries away the body’s waste products
Relax & feel better – Improve immune system
Protect your overall health – Enhance your appearance
Why Ayurveda?
Ayurveda is, at present, emerging as a sustainable healthcare solution. Well, what makes Ayurveda pretty much effective, unique and inspiring? The key aspect of Ayurveda is that it addresses the root cause of a disease and imbalance instead of just considering symptom management. The system focuses on strengthening the innate capacity of the body to prevent disease and fight against them. In Ayurveda, every individual is treated as a distinct person and is offered customized wellness solutions. It has a truly holistic definition of wellness and health that includes the mind, body, soul and senses. In fact, there is a unique sub-branch of Ayurveda that exclusively focuses on concrete ways to be healthy. The science of Ayurveda empowers an individual to take health into his or her own hands. Safety and efficacy of Ayurvedic treatments seem to be established based on centuries of unprejudiced clinical experience of the ancient physicians; modern day clinical trials cannot match it when it comes to assessing long term safety and efficacy profile. Ayurveda provides safe and effective management of various chronic diseases like joint pain, severe wheezing and other breathing problems, hormonal imbalance disorders/diseases in women, stomach-related problems, etc. What’s more, Ayurveda actually shows us that there is a deep part of each one of us – our innermost essence that is always completely healthy. Learning and practicing Ayurveda means connecting with countless unbelievable, drug-free ways to totally experience wholeness. Well, grounded in unshakeable principles which have survived the test of time, this wonderful healing system is just as valuable and beneficial today as it was centuries ago.
Dinacharya
AWell, in Ayurveda, an everyday ritual of self-care is termed as Dinacharya. Dinacharya means “daily routine” in Sanskrit language. According to Ayurveda, to be healthy optimally, we must tune our bodies in accordance to the master cycle of nature which eventually regulates different other rhythms.
Morning Dinacharya
Wake up early in the morning, before sunrise.
Drink a glass of warm water to help in elimination process.
Wash your eyes and face followed by brushing your teeth using herbal tooth powder or paste and scraping your tongue with a tongue cleaner to remove toxin accumulation in the tongue.
Empty your bladder and bowels within the first hour of having woke up.
Massage the forehead, scalp, temples, hand and feet using sesame oil for about five minutes.
Do 10-15 minutes of yoga and/or 15-30 minutes of brisk walking or any other exercise. Include breathing exercises as well.
Shower or bathe in warm water. Wear clean clothes
Sit in meditation for a few minutes to explore your ‘self’ and increase awareness.
Breakfast must be warm, wholesome and nourishing.
You can then continue with your work or study until noon.
Midday Dinacharya
Make lunch the day’s largest meal. Don’t snack until supper. Walk for 10 to 15 minutes at a slow pace after lunch in order to facilitate digestion.
You can take a power nap of 15-20 minutes after lunch. Anything longer than that is not recommended in Ayurveda.
Evening Dinacharya
Evening is time for meditation, breathing exercise and some yoga.
Have your supper as early as 7 pm. Dinner should be earlier and lighter.
Go to bed before 10 pm.
