Ayurvedic Medicine
Ayurvedic medicine is a traditional healing practice that originated in India, sometimes referred to as the 'Science of Life' process. It would first involve identifying the individual as one or a combination of three metabolic body categories, Pitta, Kapha, Vata. Each of these body types possess different characteristics which are revealed through a complete examination.
Ayurvedic diagnosis includes learning specific information about a person's history as well as assessing their physical status which includes attention to the eyes, nails, tongue, and pulse. Individualized treatment may include detoxifying then rejuvenating the body with herbs and minerals to restore balance to the individual's constitution, promoting health and overall wellbeing.
The aim of Ayurvedic medicine is to integrate and balance the body, mind, and spirit to help prevent illness and promote wellness. Ayurvedic medicine uses a variety of products and techniques to cleanse the body and restore balance. Many therapies used in Ayurvedic medicine include herbs, massage, and specialized diets. A chief aim of Ayurvedic practices is to cleanse the body of substances that can cause disease, thus helping to reestablish harmony and balance. Ayurvedic treatment is tailored to each person's body because many Ayurvedic treatments require changes in diet, lifestyle, and habits. Ayurvedic medicine uses enemas, massage, medical oils administered in a nasal spray, and certain herbs - often with honey, to make them easier to digest. Sometimes diets are restricted to certain foods. Very small amounts of metal and mineral preparations, such as gold or iron are also used. Sometimes the combination of several herbs, proteins, minerals, and vitamins in tonics are used to achieve the desired result.