Ayurveda

/ˌɑːjʊrˈveɪdə/ noun

Definition

An ancient Indian system of medicine and health that uses herbs, oils, and lifestyle practices to balance the body and mind.

Etymology

From Sanskrit 'ayus' (life) + 'veda' (knowledge or science). This 5,000-year-old medical tradition was documented in Sanskrit texts and represents one of the world's oldest healing systems still actively practiced.

Kelly Says

Ayurveda is literally 'the science of life' in Sanskrit, and it's fascinating because it was developing complex medical theories about doshas and balance while Western medicine was still in its infancy—it's one of humanity's oldest surviving medical traditions!

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