Foundations of Ayurveda...
" Ayurveda is an ancient system of holistic healing that originated in India over 5,000 years ago. Its name comes from the Sanskrit words "ayur," meaning life, and "veda," meaning knowledge or science. Ayurveda is often considered one of the oldest systems of medicine in the world.
The philosophy of Ayurveda revolves around the idea that health is a balance between the body, mind, and spirit, as well as the individual's connection with the universe. It views each person as a unique combination of five elements: earth, water, fire, air, and ether. These elements manifest in the body as three fundamental energies or doshas: Vata (associated with air and ether), Pitta (associated with fire and water), and Kapha (associated with earth and water).
Health is maintained when the doshas are in balance, and illness arises when there is an imbalance. Ayurvedic practices include a personalized approach to diet, herbal remedies, lifestyle adjustments, yoga, meditation, and various cleansing techniques to restore and maintain this equilibrium. Ayurveda emphasizes prevention and a holistic approach to well-being, focusing on not only the physical body but also the mind and spirit. "