Ayurveda Medicine

Ayurveda is a traditional medicine system native to India and is followed in other parts of the world as a form of alternative medicine. Ayurveda means “life science”.

Before applying any alternative medicines, you should be aware that many of these medicines have not been evaluated in scientific studies. Often, only limited information is available about their safety and effectiveness.

Natural medicine

Ayurvedic Natural Medicine
Ayurvedic treatment is mostly based on the use of natural herbs, minerals and its combination, so it is called as Natural medicine or remedies.

Naturopathic medicine

Along with natural herbal medicines, therapies used include massage, yoga and lifestyle guidelines, so it is also called as naturopathic medicine.

Ayurveda as Alternative Medicines

In Sanskrit, the word Ayurveda means “life science” (ayur means 'life' and veda means 'science'). It aims to integrate the body, mind, and spirit to prevent and treat disease.

The Sushruta Samhita and the Charaka Samhita were guiding works on traditional medicine. Ayurvedic practitioners identified number of medicinal preparations and surgical procedures for curing various diseases. Ayurveda has become an alternative form of medicine in the western world.

Natural herbs details for diseases

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