Session 08: Ayurveda: Wisdom of Life

Ayurveda is the oldest traditional practice of Indian subcontinent since the 12^th century BC. The earliest trace of Ayurveda is in the Vedic period when the Aryans compiled the Vedas with maximal reference in Rigveda and Atharvaveda (1500-800 BC). It believes that the illness is caused due to the delicate imbalance of the mind, body and spirit. It is the sister science of yoga. It spreads from India and influences the ancient treatments of China and Greek medical practices. Hence it is called as the “Mother of all healing”. The fundamentals of ayurvedic treatment called ‘Mool Sidhant’ are Dosha, Dhatu, Mala, Agni.