AYURVEDA PRACTICES IN SRI LANKA
“Ayur” meaning Life - “Veda” meaning Science of knowledge
Ayurveda, or Ayurvedic medicine, is a healthy-lifestyle system that has been in practice for more than 5000 years in India. Unlike western medicine it offers preventive aspects as well and has many options for curative treatments too. The principal is to balance one’s lifestyle and create the opportunity to enjoy many benefits. Treatments are offered after consultation of each person by the Ayurveda physician and the purpose is to identify each body type. According to Ayurveda body types are categorized as, Vata, Pitta and Kapha which is known as Tri Dosas. This is why the first consultation will be very important. In Ayurvedic medicine, it is thought that if an imbalance occurs in any of the three Dosas, illness results.
In Sri Lanka Ayurveda practices are based on indigenous traditions and customs. Our own approach to healing has been unique and recognized world over. Discovering the oldest hospital in Sri Lanka itself holds valid proof. In our culture healing is considered holy and a noble cause and is practiced by Buddhist priests, native medical practitioners and other Ayurveda institutes. Traditional medicine systems are well documented and protected throughout history.
Ayurvedic remedies and wellness of your life.
Some of the treatment options
- Stress relief and mind relaxation programmes
- Beauty therapy and facials
- Shirodahara oil treatments
- Weight reducing packages
- Detox programmes
- Treating skin ailments
- Steam and sauna
- Panchakarma
- Rejuvenation programmes
- Sleeping disorders
- Yoga and meditation programmes
- Food nutrition and balance diet
Some of the benefits and values
- Help sleep better
- Increases blood circulation
- Feels more energetic
- Glossy and healthy skin
- Increases appetite
- Removes toxins from your body
- Balances hormones
- Reduces risk of disease and many more
- Removes body odor
- Controls cholesterol and diabetic
Few tips to consider before taking Ayurveda treatments.
- The Ayurveda institution should have a valid license issued by the Ayurveda department of Sri Lanka.
- Every Ayurveda institution should have an Ayurveda doctor available for consultation before treatments. Remember, Ayurveda cannot be offered without consultation and treatment will be recommended to suit your body constitution.
- If possible make an appointment first
- Wear light clothes when you go for treatments
- Notify your present medical conditions to the physician. If you have any past medical reports and prescriptions take them with you.
- Notify any allergies to medicine and food.
- Oils, herbs and oral medicine will be used for treatments.
- Check for benefits, clear any doubts and get advice to live a better lifestyle.
- If you are not comfortable during treatments notify the therapists/ doctor
- Give feedback after treatment.
- Follow up on medical advice.
Ayurvedic medicine is holistic, which means viewing the body and mind as a whole. Get to know better speak to your Ayurveda physician. Enjoy life.
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