Ayurveda – Interactive & Detailed Guide
Discover holistic health wisdom! Click Dosha, Herb, or Therapy for in-depth info. Mobile-first, Vedic-nature inspired design.
The Three Doshas – Click to Explore
Vata
Pitta
Kapha
Important Ayurvedic Herbs
Ashwagandha
Brahmi
Amla
Haritaki
Bibhitaki
Triphala
Shatavari
Turmeric
Guduchi
Gotu Kola
Neem
Licorice
Ginger
Tulsi (Holy Basil)
Guggul
Punarnava
Arjuna
Click any herb for its properties and uses.
Major Ayurveda Therapies & Panchakarma
Abhyanga (Oil Massage)
Shirodhara
Basti (Enema)
Nasya
Vamana
Virechana
Rakta Mokshana
Swedana (Steam/Thermal)
Udvartana
Core Principles of Ayurveda
- Definition: Traditional Indian system of mind-body health focused on balance of Doshas, body tissues (Dhatus), waste (Malas), and mind (Manas).
- Main Objective: Prevent disease, cure imbalances, promote longevity and mental clarity.
- Diagnosis: Pulse, tongue, eyes, physical exam, questioning on habits and digestion.
- Lifestyle: Wholesome diet (Ahara), daily and seasonal routines (Dinacharya/Ritucharya), yoga, pranayama, meditation.
- Personalization: Treatment is unique for each constitution (Prakriti) and current imbalance (Vikriti).