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Ayurveda is not merely a health care system, but a form of lifestyle adopted to maintain a perfect balance and harmony within human existence and the ecosystem. Humans tend to create problems by constantly developing something new in the hope towards a better future. But hardly do we realise, that this urbanisation has led to so much dependence on technology that our lifestyle is completely mechanised leading towards busy work schedules, increased toxicity levels, reduced green spaces, un-planned and unpleasant surroundings, and many more. Its long-term effect is a multitude of health issues and diseases.
Ancient Ayurvedic Medical Traditions originated almost 5000 years ago and have continued to evolve into the complex system of diagnostic and treatment methods that are still practised today.
We the team of BTTR, present you our very own first blog which will give you the gist of why we need to get BACK TO THE ROOTS – a modern mantra.
The main classical Ayurveda texts begin with the accounts of the transmission of medical knowledge from the gods to sages, and then to human physicians, Acharya Sushrut – the father of Surgery, Acharya Charak- the ultimate physician, Ashtanga Hriday by Acharya Vaghbhat and many more. They are the strong foundations of Ayurveda. They gave us the meaning and logical reasons behind every lesson be it from the point of view of medicine, surgery, quantum physics, evolution, mutation, genetic disorders, basic principles and literature of Ayurveda and whatnot.
Stating a few pieces of evidence:
Dinacharya – daily regimens to be followed by everyone ; the entire lesson no. 2 given in Ashtanga Hridaya Sutrasthan explains the routine from waking up at Brahma Muhurta, before sunrise to sleep patterns which now according to modern medicine is termed under Circadian Cycle. Maintaining this simple routine will keep humans on a healthy track and prevent major lifestyle disorders like Diabetes mellitus, hypertension, thyroid disorders, PCOD, infertility etc.
The supremacy of this Ayurvedic text can be defined only by the students of Ayurveda. The lesson – Dincharya is written in Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthan it is the first part of the book and here Acharya Vaghbhata has beautifully commanded in the beginning, that in the quest of maintaining a healthy lifestyle, one should focus on the routine, this will automatically keep a human disease free.
Once again in Ashtanga Hridaya, Sutrasthan, a lesson named Ritucharya – regimen and changes to be adapted according to the seasons. This chapter explains the importance of changes in the surroundings and lifestyle to maintain the equilibrium between the both. The idea behind the lesson gives an introduction to various seasons and diseases due to seasonal changes but to maintain emotional well being it also focuses on the various Festivities during these seasons, for example – the central side of India celebrates Makar Sankranti, this occasion marks the transition of the Sun- Uttarayan and is very famous for its Tilgul laddoo made out of Sesame and Jaggery, this candy is healthy for the human body during the winter season because both the ingredients are of hot potency and oily to protect the body from exposure to the strong dry and sharp breeze of the winter season which may affect the moisture of the skin and internal organs.
In the Literature of Ayurvedic history, one of the most applicable theories – is Swabhaavoparam Vada, the theory of Natural destruction and homeostasis which means natural or self-destruction.
For example; Birth and senescence which ultimately lead towards death are inevitable. Nobody can get rid of this unavoidable process, destruction is a passive phenomenon just like Time which is moving continuously and is irreversible. This concept was contributed by Acharya Charak which completely correlates with the concept of Natural selection in Darwin’s five theories of evolution.
The idea behind sharing a few pieces of evidence of Ayurvedic concepts is to highlight the glory of the endless and ultimate knowledge, the treasure of Indian History which we must be proud of, but unfortunately as the demands of the world are increasing day by day, everyone wants evidence and proofs either through laboratory experiments or visual life-changing concepts.
The value of faith is being replaced by current evidence-based research studies that modern medicines have excellently showcased.
As true followers of Ayurveda, we are anchoring our base towards building a brighter future so that our great knowledge elucidated by respected Sages and Acharyas does not go in vain. The Ayurvedic fraternity has already stepped up with flying colours and has got worldwide recognition, more at the time of COVID-19 for its health and wellness benefits endowing great properties.
The Prime Minister stressed that Ayurveda is no more an option but forms a fundamental pillar of the country’s national health policy and health interventions.
All the courses in the medical field be it Allopathy, Siddha – Unani, Homeopathy etc has their limitations so is Ayurveda but spotlighting only the demerits and failures is not fair. Hence respecting each other first and then asking others should be the ground rule in the community because we can change the world but only if we adopt the modern techniques of investigations, experimentation most importantly presentations to represent the great Knowledge of Ayurveda through our eyes.
Ayurveda, generally known as the oldest form of the health care system, natural remedies, home science, pseudo-scientific study, Gharelu- nuskhe and whatnot. These are some very few fancy but false names given by the public who are not a part of the esteemed Ayurveda fraternity. The simplest meaning of Ayurveda is knowledge of life.
There is more to Ayurveda than just healing properties, it makes sure that we lead a healthy lifestyle with regimens coined in the shastras. As a team of proud and licensed Ayurvedic practitioners, we, through this platform would want to create a generous trend in showcasing the ancient Ayurveda with a touch of youth but not forgetting our roots!