Frequently Asked Questions
A. Ayurveda is a very effective system of health that is being more and more recognized in the West. It is one of the primary systems of health care in India, and has been used for thousands of years for all sorts of ailments and disorders. Its full effectiveness will depend on various considerations, including the age and state of health of the individual.
A. Please remember that Ayurveda does not claim to treat, prevent or cure diseases, but only to restore balance to the physiology. When balance is restored, many diseases and disorders are often automatically prevented or health is restored. This is the beauty of Ayurvedic lifestyle and food choices.
A. No not at all. Ayurveda recommends foods that are ideal for your body and mind. While Ayurveda sings praises of a healthy seasonal vegetarian diet, it similarly prescribes meats of several animals, fishes and birds. What you eat should / will depend on which food serves your health and energy needs best.
A. Yes, and very successfully. Obesity is caused mainly due to a disbalance in the Cough dosh. When Ayurvedic wisdom is applied to the life of an obese person, they can learn about how they can take back control of their increasing Cough by balancing foods, specialized exercises, and gentle detoxification.