WHAT
IS AYURVEDA ?
The splendor of the intuitive minds of Indian sages finds
its creative expression in Ayurveda – a holistic science
and philosophy of life, health, and longevity. Over thousands
of years, the relevance of the fundamental principles and
practices of Ayurveda continue to this day.
The definition of health in Ayurveda
is derived from a world view of a harmonious working of
the three components of being - body, mind and soul. The
beneficial and adverse influences leading respectively to
health and disease and the impact of these on health, happiness
and longevity is qualified in Ayurveda. Such a pragmatic
definition permits integration of reductionist data and
holistic approaches, keeping the individual’s health
and community as a central goal.
A way of life – involving mind body harmony that is
conducive to health, happiness and longevity is emphasized
in Ayurveda. Such a lifestyle has to be based on an individual’s
constitution, daily habits, moderation in food, exercise,
sex, sleep etc. A code of conduct as per seasonal and climatic
changes has been laid down.
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One
of the basic causes of disharmony or disease involves no use,
abuse or excessive use of body-mind activities. Neither excessive
restraint nor excessive indulgence are recommended in Ayurveda.
Stress is caused due to disharmony which is both external
and internal. Ayurveda describes, daily or intermittent
stress relieving modalities. These include special diets,
Shirodhara (Head drop), Abhayanga (Ayurvedic massage), meditation
etc. Such total body care leads to an increased capacity
to adapt to stress. Thus, self resistance rather than self
indulgence reinforces wellness. Ayurveda is a science which
offers happiness, health and longevity and not a mere alternative
system of medicine.
On arrival, we will determine your Ayurvedic make-up, and
offer you a personalised treatment programme completely tailored
to your requirements (from 1h30 to 5 days).
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