FAQs on Ayurveda

Are herbs important in Ayurveda?

Herbs form a vital part of Ayurveda System. Mostly, these herbs come from the India Sub Continent. They are leaves, roots, stems, seeds and fruits of various plants. As they are sourced from nature, there is no side effects.

How is Ayurveda Holistic?

Ayurveda does not treat disease as just physical illness, but as a disturbance to body and mind. Therefore the approach to treatment involves an individual as a whole. Ayurveda tries to delve into the imbalance created by various aspects of a persons lifestyle like food, sleep, stress, weather etc.

What do Doshas mean in Ayurveda?

As per ayurveda, each human being is different. They all suffer with unique issues, each one different for the other. There are three broad types called VATA, PITTA and KAPHA. Most of us are either one of them and have a secondary type too. Each body type is affected by our parents, lifestyle, changing seasons and local environment.