Nadi Pariksha or Ayurvedic pulse diagnosis is a traditional technique that is employed by Ayurvedic practitioners in the process of understanding the individual’s constitution and the present status of one’s balance. According to Ayurveda, the body’s fundamental constitution is defined as Prakriti while any alterations

Panchkarma represents one of Ayurveda’s traditional methods of healing. It is a set of treatments taken in a specific sequence and performed according to the constitution and condition of the patient, his/her lifestyle, age, and medical history. The Panchkarma procedures will involve preparatory treatments, therapeutic

Shirodhara is an age-old Ayurvedic practice that is known for being calming and very soothing. The procedure involves streaming a gentle flow of lukewarm liquid (essentially oil) uninterrupted on the forehead for a certain period of time under supervision. Traditionally, Shirodhara is part of an

The Ayurvedic perspective understands skin health not only through external skin-care practices but also in association with diet, lifestyle, sleep and stress levels, digestion, fluid intake, and body type. Hence, skin care in Ayurveda should be approached holistically. Ayurvedic skin-care methods can be tailored to