Ayurveda is a Sanskrit term, Ayu means life or daily living and veda means knowing.
Ayurveda is the Indian science of life and is actually the sister science to Yoga. This healing system has been practiced in daily life in India for more than 5,000 years.
Ayurveda is about how we can prevent disease and build vitality and resilience to obtain longevity and this fundamentally comes from balance. It teaches us respect for the rhythms of nature and empowers us to find balance within that rhythm. This ancient wisdom is said to have come from ancient texts or Vedas which are believed to be scriptures from sages in deep states of meditation. But this wisdom has been practiced for thousands of years widely across India, so we know it has a long history of working well in supporting health and preventing illness.
According to Ayurveda good health comes down to 7 key aspects
the balance of the three doshas (vata, Pitta and kapha - which is right for your personal constitution.
the clearing of any congestion or toxic build up which may be blocking our channels and preventing cellular functions and healing. This congestion is called ama.
efficient digestion , our digestive fire or agni.
also the quality of the seven dhatus, which are our tissues - how well nourished they are.
how efficient our elimination is, - through the three malas - urine, stools and sweat.
how contented our spirit is and the trinity of the mind, body and the spirit.
and how strong our Ojas is - which is really about our resilience, our immunity and vitality and how we would achieve longevity.
In an Ayurvedic Lifestyle consultation there will be an assessment of these 7 key aspects. You will discover your personal constitution or balance of your doshas. Gain an understanding of how to clear any ama or toxic build up, how to improve your digestive fire and nutritional and lifestyle guidance to help you nourish your tissues, build your Ojas or immune resilience and vitality and an understanding of what might create imbalances for you and what you need to bring into your life to gain more balance in your mind, body and spirit.
Ayurveda is fundamentally guidance to help you to live a healthier life in harmony and peace. It is a holistic approach to health, connecting all parts of our selves; the body, the mind, the soul and our senses.
