- The purpose of ayurveda is to protect health of the healthy and also to alleviate disorders in the diseased. Ayurveda is a well organized system of health care with, both preventive and curative treatments.
- According to ayurveda body is composed of 3 components namely, Vata Pitta and Kapha. Each doshahas particular attributes and roles within the body and mind; the natural predominance of one or more doshas thus explains a person's physical constitution (prakriti) and personality. Imbalance in either one or all three bodily humor causes disease (vikruti).
- Medicine in ayurveda is based on the action and efficacy of the herb on the vitiated dosha, causing the disease in the body.
Ayurveda is a holistic system of medicine, emphasizing good health, prevention and treatment of illness through lifestyle practicessuch as Abhyangam, Meditation, Yoga and Dietary changes along with the use of herbal remedies, It creates equilibrium between body, mind and soul maintaining health of an individual.
