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Ayurveda is an ancient source of healing. It means ‘science of life’ in Sanskrit and forms part of the ancient texts known as the Vedas or books of knowledge.
- Preventative – with a focus on anti-aging, increasing vitality/life force or prana; and
- Curative – with a focus on treating disease and restoring balance within the individual or homeostasis.
From the Ayurvedic perspective, the fundamental building blocks of everything around us, including ourselves, are the five primordial elements – either air, fire water and earth. These are referred to as the Mahabhutas.
- Vatta – (Earth + Air)
- Pitta – (Fire + Water)
- Kapha – (Earth + Water)
Understanding the elemental constitution (Prakriti) of the person is vital in treating imbalances and disease within that person. After such a diagnosis the Ayurvedic treatment will begin.
There are numerous practices within the Ayurveda for treating a variety of conditions. One of the key practices, known as the Panchakarma (five actions), incorporates both the preventative and curative approaches to treat the ailments of the patient as well as improve their overall health and wellbeing.
The five Panchakarma actions are:
- Consultation – (understanding one's doshas and history)
- Diet (prescribing a diet to address imbalances)
- Medication (herbal)
- Detox (to eliminate buildup of toxins in the body)
- Ayurvedic massage (depending on needs various types are available)
I then met Claire Stephenson, a long practicing Ayurvedic practitioner, who along with Dr. Pooja and Myron Krost, a co-owner of The Green Side Pharmacy, encouraged me to further my Ayurvedic studies. Building on my organic understanding of the Ayurveda I undertook and completed my training with them.
With the assistance of The Green Side, we will be establishing an Ayurvedic practice at their Greenside branch. We will be offering these treatments at The Green Side in partnership with Doctor Pooja, a B.A.M.S Ayurvedic Doctor based in Rishikesh, Claire Stephenson a qualified Yoga, massage and Ayurvedic practitioner, and myself.
We hope you will join us!
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Issue 6 - Cultivation
