Ayurveda: Hindu Healing and the Secret for a Long Life

Ayurveda, whose literal translation means "science or knowledge of life" is the traditional medical system of India. Its origin dates back to about 5,000 to 10,000 years and is widely considered to be the oldest form of healing in the world. There are five basic elements that shape the Ayurvedic philosophy: air, fire, water, earth and ether. Ayurveda bases its effectiveness on using practical and simple methods of natural origin, without experimenting with animals and relying on the effecti...