Ayurveda is a Sanskrit word, which means the Knowledge of Life (Ayu means life and V means knowledge).

Ayurveda and Ayurvedic medicines were created by God Dhanvantri, an Avatar of Indian god Lord Vishnu, also known as the physician of Gods. Ayurved a is one of the most ancient holistic medical systems. It has extensive document ation and is considered safe and efficient. Ayurveda can be defined as a system, which uses the inherent principles of natur e, to keep a persons body, mind and spirit in perfect equilibrium. To create a st ate of holistic health for every individual, thereby creating a healthy society is the eventual goal of Ayurveda. Ayurveda considers that there are three Doshas of Vata, Pitta and Kapha and every individual is either a combination of these three or one dosha. All the metabolic activities of an individual are governed b y these three doshas, which keeps adjusting with the changes of nature. The most beneficial aspect of Ayurveda is that it focuses on the causes rather t han the symptoms of the problem/illness. The study before administering medicine takes into account the individuals daily routine, diet, different body parts suc h as nails, tongue, face, eye, etc. as well, rather than just looking at the vis ible symptoms. To heal the body and augment the mind & soul, treatments are prec isely planned and include various Ayurvedic medicines, diet and lifestyle chang es. The unique rejuvenating and longevity enhancing method of rasayana was born ou t of Ayurveda to take mankind on the path of spirituality. Ayurveda is being widely recognized as an alternate of modern medicine. More and more people from all over the world are looking for various Ayurveda packages i n India. In the recent years, there has been a tremendous increase in the number of tourists coming to India for various Ayurvedic treatments. There are various Ayurvedic centres all over India, which offer Ayurveda packages for rejuvenatio n and various treatments. The <a href="http://www.travelshanti.com/wellness_packages.aspx">Ayurveda packag es in India</a> are customized for every individual, based on their dosha, requi rements and needs. For rejuvenation and illnesses, Abhyanga, Shiro-dhara, Navara kizhi, Panchakarma etc. are offered. Abhyanga improves concentration, intelligen ce, confidence and youthfulness. It increases the metabolism, which leads to bet ter tissue respiration and circulation, causing the body to flush out its waste products more efficiently. It helps in alleviating rheumatic disorders and provi des comfort to the eyes, sound sleep, and tones up the body, improves flexibilit y, softness and firmness of the skin and for long life. Navarakizhi (Rice puddi ng massage) is the most rejuvenating and relaxing treatment in which the patient is anointed with suitable medicated oil all over the body and is massaged with boluses of Navara in seven different postures. This treatment is useful in all k inds of rheumatism, paralysis, polio congenital deformity of limbs, dislocation of bones and joints etc. The main indications are all types of diseases of nervo us system, chronic rheumatic diseases, pain in joints, emaciation of limbs and diseases borne of vitiated blood. It also makes the body strong and sturdy with well developed musculature. Panchakarma (Detoxification, Cleansing & Body Purification) is considered very u seful for rejuvenation. The constant metabolic activities in the body result in toxins/free radicals which damage the body cells resulting in wear and tear of the body leading to aging. The process of aging is further accelerated by prolon ged stress and strain, irregular life style and unhealthy food habits. The Panch akarma package generally includes various rejuvenation therapies, such as Kayase ka, Shirodhara, Abhyanga, Synchronized massage, Medicated steam bath, Navarakizh i, etc. and is most beneficial when taken over a span of 3-4 weeks. Yoga, Meditation, <a href="http://www.travelshanti.com/wellness_packages.aspx">A yurveda Massage therapies</a> and Ayurvedic herbal medicines are generally a com ponent of all the Ayurveda packages in India.