Science of Ayurveda

Ayurveda is the world’s oldest health system. Ayurvedic principles are applicable and extremely beneficial even today. The system is highly scientific and part of broad Yogic philosophy. The course covers the most important aspects of Ayurveda and how science can be applied today to help people heal, improve the immune system, prevent diseases, and be healthy. 

The course is divided into 8 chapters.

Introduction: What is Ayurveda

• Origins and philosophy of Ayurveda

• Differences between Ayurvedic science and modern medical science

• How Ayurveda is complementary to Yoga

Understanding the body through Ayurveda 

• Science of 5 Elements

• Prakriti - Ayurvedic Body Type

• Ayurvedic Gunas: Qualities & Characteristics

• Dosha: Qualities and Effects

Energy: The Life Force

• Energy in Ayurveda

• Pranic Energy

• Characteristics of Energy

• Maximising Satvik Energy

Ayurveda and Digestion

• Importance of digestion in Ayurveda

• Digestive Agni

• Types of Agni

• A strong digestive system

• Herbs for digestion 

Food Qualities and Ayurvedic Diet

• Basic food qualities

• 6 Tastes

• Ayurvedic diet principles 

• Creating an Ayurvedic Diet Plan

• Sample Ayurvedic Diets

Detoxification and Immunity

• Ama - The Body Toxins

• Removing Toxins

• Increasing Immunity

Ayurvedic Dinacharya: Principles of Diet & Lifestyle

• How to eat

• What to eat

• Lifestyle principles according to Ayurveda

Disease Prevention

• Stages of diseases according to Ayurveda

• Preventing Diseases