The Ayurvedic Connection
Ayurveda and ayurvedic medicine
Living longer and happier is the basic principle of Indian Ayurvedic medicine. It is indeed only when body, mind and soul are in harmony that perfect health is possible.
As a holistic approach to medicine, Ayurveda considers all aspects of human life: mind, body, lifestyle and environment. Its objective is to prevent and treat illness, but also to develop the capacity for healing, both physical and psychological.
The Doshas : Every person has a particular and unique mix of the 5 fondamental elements (ether, air, water, fire and earth). These elements interact between them looking forward to keeping balance. The doshas are a mix of two of the five elements (because it's impossible to have just one dominant element in our bodies) :
- Vata (air & ether),
- Kapha (earth & water).
- Pitta (fire & water) and
Each of these 3 doshas represents the main attributs of a person. These 3 doshas combine between them to give us another 4 sub-classifications for a total of 7. This classification helps us to recognise physical and mental characteristics in an individual.
The 5 elements : ether, air, fire, water and earth compose the univers and the human being, influencing the doshas.
Ayurveda, composed of "ayu" (life) and "veda" (sciences, knowledge), it's the knowledge of life , health and longevity.
Ayurveda is a science with its own system for studying anatomy, physiology, and human pathology, including diagnosis and treatment. Ayurvedic medicine is founded on an understanding of how our lifestyle, food, and work impact our metabolism, our basic constitution.
Determining the appropriate treatment involves knowing the individual's basic constitution, current state of health, and a diagnosis based on observation, touch, lifestyle, diet, stress level, and emotional and mental state.
Ayurveda takes a holistic approach, addressing the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of an individual. It is widely recognized as the world's best preventative medical system.
Empowering individuals to take control of their health, ayurveda teaches them to understand themselves better and make informed choices for their well-being based on their basic constitution. Lifestyle adjustments, dietary changes, and addressing the root cause of ailments are crucial for regaining health. If necessary, natural medicines such as phytotherapy, nutrients, vitamins, along with activities like yoga, breathing exercises, and massages are recommended.
Ayurveda can effectively address a variety of issues including:
-Digestive problems,
-Prediabetes,
-Menopause/painful menstruation/feminine disorders,
-Chronic fatigue/ burnout
-Food intolerances/allergies,
-Skin problems,
-Chronic stress,
-Migrains,
-Intestinal dysbiosis,
-Candidiasis, parasites,
-Osteoarthritis/rheumatism,
-Water retention,
-And support in diseases like cancer or diabetes, among others.
