Ayurveda means “the science of
life” Ayu means life and Veda is the knowledge of living the life in
balance. Ayurveda also explores the relationship
between human and its external environment he is living in.
According to Ayurveda, all matter
consists of the five elements: Ether, Air, Fire, Water, and Earth. These
five elements also exist within us. The five elements manifest in how the five
senses function and affect the perception of the external environment through
sensory organs. They are distributed in the human body into three principles or
energies, known as TRIDOSHA (VATA-PITTA-KAPHA). Throughout the life, the
basic constitution does not change but the combination of elements changes in
the body in response to the changes in the environment we are living in and
hence our body shows physio-pathological alterations. Our internal environment
is continuously interacting with external environment of cosmic forces. Ayurveda
in its holistic approach of healing recommends bringing balance by changes to
our food, lifestyle, and habits to counteract the changes happening in the
environment outside.
Ayurveda principles guide one’s mind, body,
and soul to stay free of all toxins, pollutions, and negativity, and thus allow
to lead a happy and healthier life. Humans are universe with in themselves (Microcosm)
and are also part of the external environment (Microcosm). Both Microcosm
and Macrocosm have same five basic elemental constituents. Any
disturbance or change in Macrocosm affects our internal balance or Microcosm.
Therefore, as we practice and adapt a lifestyle which keeps our body healthy
and toxin free, we also need to keep our external environment in balance
by keeping air, water, and soil pollution free, and keeping noise and
light pollution down.
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