Ayurveda

Ayurveda, the perfect science or knowledge of life is believed to be the oldest treatment method which evolved around 600 BC in India. The word Ayurveda originated from the two Sanskrit words, 'Ayur' meaning life and 'Veda' meaning knowledge.

Ayurveda practiced by special physicians called 'Vaidyas' is known to promote positive health, natural beauty and long life.Life, according to Ayurveda, is a combination of senses, mind, body and soul. The medicinal system believes that human beings and nature should be in perfect harmony and that disease occurs when the equilibrium between these two is disrupted. Restoration of this fundamental balance, through the use of nature and its products is the main goal of this medical system. The concept is not just on curing bodily ailments but also on preventing. Ayurveda is a holistic skill that works on harmonizing the vital forces of the body and helps in providing steadiness to our body systems.A system well cross linked by healthy lifestyle and high thinking values that helps in creating the gesture of pleasure and ecstasy in body.

Ayurveda is concerned with measures to protect "ayus", which includes healthy living along with therapeutic measures that relate to physical, mental, social and spiritual harmony. Ayurveda thus offers a unique blend of science and philosophy that balances the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual components necessary for holistic health.Ayurveda,conveys knowledge that can define the quality and quantum of social and personal health status and ways to restore, maintain and upgrade it based on the vedic principles.Ayurveda believes that human beings and nature should be in perfect harmony and that disease occurs when the equilibrium between these two is disrupted. Restoration of this fundamental balance, through the use of nature and its products is the main goal of this medical system. The concept is not just on curing bodily ailments but also on preventing it.Whole ayurvedic system is based on the principle that every object in this world made from five basic matters i.e. space, air,water, fire and earth. All living and non living things both are composed of these five basic elements better known as panch mahabhoot. Homeostasis of the body gets disturbed when the ratio of these panch mahabhoot gets dissipated or imbalanced.

Touch, Inspection and interrogation are the main tools of diagnosis. Then the physician emphasizes a regimen of diet with the use of herbal medicines. Herbs are used to eliminate excesses and strengthen deficiencies. Their primary action is to stimulate particular organic functions. Thus Ayurveda aims to solve many health problems, only through the adjustment of diet-so there are no distressing side effects. Such an approach has proven effective over the centuries and has today become an internationally acclaimed form of healing, rejuvenation and healthy living.Natural herbs and minerals are used for preparing medicines. Apart from herbs, purification and detoxification, dietary changes,body massages and meditation are used to promote health and prevent and treat illness. It is used by millions of people in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and increasingly in the west and is widely known as the oldest continously practiced system of medicine on the planet.

The art of Ayurveda spread in the 6th century B.C. to Tibet, China, Mongolia, Korea and Sri Lanka carried over by Buddhist monks traveling to those lands. Roots of ayurveda can still be traced in Far East i.e. China, Korea, Japan, Burma, Bhutan, Sri Lanka to western countries like Greece, Persia and Portugal. Presently ayurveda is creating lots of talks in western galleries, as its wonders are being felt in far western world. People are taking great interest in ayurveda and there is huge wave of learning and practicing ayurveda is created. Many centers of learning ayurveda are now set up in different countries and people are being taught ayurvedic lifestyles and therapy.Ayurvedic massages and panchkarma techniques are now famous worldwide. Ayurvedic herbs and there formulations are not only relieving people from there problems but also curing them.

Career Prospects

A well-trained Ayurvedic practitioner may choose to enter into private practice, join other health care practitioners at a wellness center, teach public education classes on Ayurvedic principles, supervise a pancha karma center, teach at an Ayurvedic college, and conduct workshops, seminars and retreats. Health care providers can enhance their current practice by offering their clients Ayurvedic services. The future is bright for Ayurveda and for those dedicated and competent practitioners who will make its wisdom available. They can also find employment as supervisors in 'Panch Karma' ( Ayurvedic massage) / health centres, as tutors in Ayurvedic colleges or do research, conduct workshops, seminars and retreats.

Pioneers in the Fiels of Ayurvedic Medicine

A career as an Ayurveda Officer is rewarding in many different ways. Perhaps the common (mis)conception of a military career is that you have to be a solider. That isn't the case anymore. The modern military is a diverse organization and recognizes the need for numerous different roles supporting the front line troops. Admin, doctors, engineers, mechanics, human resources, officers, construction, IT, marketing and many other disciplines are put to use within the military. For every natural talent there's a job in the Ayurveda to help make the most of it. Maybe you're a natural problem solver, a great organizer or a whiz with computers - a role in Engineering, Logistics or IT awaits you. In the Ayurveda, will not only uncover your strengths, but will provide the role that helps you put these skills into practice. Think of it as just doing what you're good at. And what job could be more satisfying than that?

Administrative Support:

Dr.MARC HALPERN

Dr. Marc Halpern,is a pioneer of Ayurveda in the West and is considered one of the pre-eminent practitioners and teachers of Ayurveda in the United States. He is one of the few Westerners recognized in both the United States and in India as an authority on the subject of Ayurveda and was awarded the All India Award for Best Ayurvedic Physician. He is a Western pioneer of Ayurveda and has been a pillar in the development of the profession in the United States. A Doctor of Chiropractic with post-graduate certification in Holistic Medicine, Dr. Halpern has studied with many noted teachers from India and the United States including Dr. David Frawley and Dr. Subhash Ranade.

Dr. Halpern is the co-founder of the National Ayurvedic Medical Association for which he served as Chairman of the National Committee on Ayurvedic Education from its inception in 2000 until 2005. He is also a co-founder of the California Association of Ayurvedic Medicine. Dr. Halpern's own remarkable story of personal healing was featured in the national magazine Spirituality and Health. He has been quoted in many major newspapers, including the New York Times and the Los Angeles Times. In addition to his work with the California College of Ayurveda, Dr. Halpern is a regular teacher of Ayurveda at International Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers worldwide.

Dr.VASANT LAD

Dr. Lad, a distinguished author, has been recognized since 1984 as the foremost expert of Ayurveda in the United States. Dr. Lad brings a wealth of classroom and practical experience to the United States. A native of India, he served for three years as Medical Director of the Ayurveda Hospital in Pune, India. He was Professor of Clinical Medicine at the Pune University College of Ayurvedic Medicine for 15 years. He holds a Bachelor's of Ayurvedic Medicine & Surgery (BAMS) degree from the University of Pune and a Master's of Ayurvedic Science (MASc) degree from Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya. Dr. Lad's academic and practical training include the study of Allopathy (Western medicine) and surgery, as well as traditional Ayurveda. Beginning in 1979, he has traveled throughout the United States sharing his knowledge of Ayurveda. In 1984 he came to Albuquerque as Director, principal instructor and founder of the Ayurvedic Institute. Dr. Lad is the author of several books and is respected throughout the world for his knowledge of Ayurveda. He personally teaches most of the Ayurvedic topics at the Ayurvedic Institute.

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