Ayurveda – what is it?

Ayurveda

a true system of healthcare, not just sick care!

With the individual as its focus, Ayurveda offers a model of prevention-based medicine that many cultures lack today – a true system of healthcare, not just sick care!

Ayurveda is a common-sense medicine we need in modern society.  Originating more than 5,000 years ago in India, known as “the science of life”.  It is a traditional medical science based on natural principles that apply to all life.  

The basic principle of Ayurvedic medicine is to prevent and treat illness rather than respond to indicators or symptoms of disease. Ayurvedic treatment is tailored to each person’s unique constitution.

Your body is a miracle and every one of the trillions of cells working together in your body is intelligent.  They all know exactly how to function, which nutrients to use and how to cooperate with one another.  Ayurveda is based on a firm understanding of this intelligence.

It not only recognises the uniqueness of each individual but also outlines principles that support better health for each body-mind type – Dosha – the physiological and psychological characteristics of an individual that Ayurveda categorizes into three main types, Vata, Pitta & Kapha.  

Ayurveda shows us that by nurturing ourselves, looking within all parts of our being and cleansing, we build our immune system and strengthen every layer of our body and mind for a longer, healthier life.

By cleansing, rejuvenating and nurturing your body, mind, senses and the soul, we support this inner intelligence, well-being and strength, which will benefit your long-term health – WE ARE USING OUR INNER INTELLIGENCE TO HEAL OURSELVES.

One of the great definitions of health originates from one of the most important fundamental works in Ayurvedic medicine, the Sushruta Samhita:

“A person is deemed to be healthy if their physiology is in equilibrium; with their digestive system and metabolism working well, their tissues and excretory systems functioning normally and their soul, spirit and senses in a state of enduring, inner contentment.”