Ayurveda is considered the oldest holistic medicine in the world. Ayurvedic medicine originated in India and aims to maintain health and cure diseases at their root. According to ancient texts on the science of life, if Ayurveda is applied to everyday life, one can reach the age of 100, full of vitality and enthusiasm.
Ayurveda is based on the theory of the five elements: Earth, water, fire, air and vacuum.
EARTH
WATER
FIRE
AIR
SPACE
According to ancient Ayurvedic writings, the three constitutions or doshas, are formed according to the quantities and combinations of the five elements : Vata, Pitta et Kapha.
Vata : Space + Air
Pitta : Fire + Water
Kapha : Water + Earth
Ayurveda contributes to the well-being of the body, mind and soul through the use of medicinal plants, lifestyle practices, diet, massage, yoga and meditation.