Ayurveda (a-yur-ve-da), which means "the science of life", is an ancient philosophy that is based on a 5,000 year-old system of natural healing stemming from the Vedic culture of India.

Ayurveda is a safe and effective way to heal one's self in a more natural way. There is growing scientific research supporting the effectiveness of ayurvedic treatments. Rather then looking at each body system individually, Ayurveda looks at the body as one whole
system and focuses on three basic functions that are essential for life:
1. Movement
2. Transformation
3. Structure
These basic functions at a cellular and organic level are made up of the five elements: space, air, fire, water, and earth. These five elements are combined into three governing mind-body types called Doshas, which are Vata, Pitta, and Kapha.