Ayurvedic medicine is an ancient Indian system of traditional medicine that is over 5,000 years old. It views health as a balance between the physical, spiritual, and emotional aspects of a person. Ayurveda believes that all individuals are made up of combinations of three "doshas" or life forces - vata, pitta, and kapha - which are influenced by one's diet, lifestyle, environment, and mental state. Treatments aim to restore balance and harmony between the doshas and include herbal remedies, massage, steam baths, and dietary changes tailored to each individual. Sri Lankan rulers historically promoted Ayurveda to support the physical wellbeing of their people, and Sri
2. •Ayurveda or Ayurvedic Medicine is a system of traditional
medicine in India
•It’s more than 5000 years old
•It is one of the oldest medical systems in the world
11. These elements combine in the human body
to form three life forces or energies, called
doshas.
12. • Vata dosha (space and air)
• Pitta dosha (fire and water)
• Kapha dosha (water and earth)
13.
14. Vata dosha
• Vata dosha (space and air) is thought to be the most powerful of all
three doshas.
• It also controls your:
Mind
Breathing
Blood flow
Ability to get rid of body waste through the intestines
15. • Eating dry fruit
• Eating too soon after a previous meal
• Fear
• Grief
• Staying up too late
16. Pitta dosha
• Digestion
• Ability to break down foods (metabolism)
• Certain hormones linked to appetite
17. • Eating sour foods
• Eating spicy foods
• Fatigue
• Spending too much time in the sun
18. Kapha dosha
• Muscle growth
• Body strength and stability
• Weight
• Immune system
19. • Daytime sleeping
• Eating after your stomach is full
• Eating or drinking items that have too much salt or water
• Eating too many sweet foods
• Greed
20. When going to treat,
• Checking your weight
• Examination of urine and stools
• Feeling your pulse (each dosha theoretically creates a unique pulse)
• Listening to your speech and voice
• Looking at your eyes, teeth, tongue, and skin
29. 1. Helps Lower Stress and Anxiety
2. Lowers Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
3. Helps with Recovery from Injuries and Illnesses
4. Promotes a Nutrient-Dense, Antioxidant-Rich Diet
5. Can Help withWeight Loss or Maintenance
6. Lowers Inflammation
7. Helps with Hormonal Balance
30. Steps that have been taken to develop Ayurvedic
Medicine in Sri Lanka
31.
32. Medical tourism
Medical tourism refers to the travel of people to another
country for the purpose of obtaining medical treatment in
that country.
Editor's Notes
The ancient rulers of Sri Lanka as devout followers of Buddha naturally gave high priority to the physical wellbeing of the people. The fact that king provided medical facilities is borne out not only by numerous references in literary and epi-graphical sources, but also by archaeological remains.
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The ancient rulers of Sri Lanka as devout followers of Buddha naturally gave high priority to the physical wellbeing of the people. The fact that king provided medical facilities is borne out not only by numerous references in literary and epi-graphical sources, but also by archaeological remains.
Panchakarma, simply means five treatments; is meant to purify the whole body by eliminating the accumulated toxins from it. An accumulation of toxins will overtax the body's ability to release impurities, weakening the system and creating impairing mental function. Panchakarma effectively stimulates the body's release of toxins which supports the immune system and healing.
After a head and face massage, two therapists will apply oil on your entire body using a special medicated oil The oil application to suit your individual body type. Massage promotes relaxation, tones the body and promotes circulation. Oils increase strength, relieve fatigue and help cure diseases.
Herbal leaves and roots are boiled and the water is poured onto your body while you sit in a warm herbal bath. Herbs used in preparing the bathwater have healing properties.
You rest in an enclosed wooden casket in which steam from boiled herbs and roots vaporize. The herbs and steam help relieve various ailments including being overweight and joint pain.
Herbal medicines are prepared according to individual prescriptions. A large number of natural ingredients (bark, root seed, flowers etc) are boiled in earthenware pots over a long period of time. The water is reduced to about one cup and the medicine is consumed each morning and evening, the flavors can seem quite strong and pungent.