Ayurveda, one of the world’s oldest systems of science and preventative healing, has been practiced for over 5,000 years in India and worldwide. Translated as the “knowledge of life,” it is a playbook for taking care of our bodies. It teaches us how to care for our bodies, manage uncomfortable symptoms, prevent disease, and live with vitality and ease.

Central to Ayurveda is the understanding that each person is unique. It recognizes the doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) which are expressions of the five elements (earth, water, fire, air, and ether) shaping our physical bodies and the world around us. Ayurveda defines this as a central and pivotal consideration when offering treatments and remedies, thus yielding effective results. By learning your innate doshic makeup, you can understand how your body and mind naturally function and make choices that support balance, energy, and overall well-being.

Ayurveda honors the interconnectedness, not just of you, but of your surroundings and all the inputs you receive on a daily basis. This informs guidance and practices to help you live in harmony with Nature and your own unique rhythm. As centuries have passed, Ayurveda has adapted to meet our ever-changing needs while remaining true to its core principles and holistic approach that seeks to understand root causes of imbalance, so lasting changes can be made for a lifetime.