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How old is Ayurveda?

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How old is Ayurveda?                     As Ayurveda means the science of life, we can say it began when our ancients needed something to cure diseases. Age of Ayurveda cannot be measured in accurate number because it is a legacy of knowledge which is having roots from Pre-Vedic Period. Classical Ayurveda texts are supposed to be the result of the transmission of medical knowledge from the Gods to sages and then to human physicians. This transfer of knowledge from sages to human physicians can be lined as below A. Brihat trayi   [Main trilogy for transfer of Ayurveda Knowledge] -  Charak Samhita, Sushrut Samhita, Ashtang Hridayam B. Laghoo trayi   [Trilogy of supportive books for transfer of Ayurveda Knowledge] -  Madhavanidan, Sharangdhara Samhita, Bhavaprakasha Nighantoo A] Ancient period Before 2500 BCE -       This knowledge in beginning was transferred ...

OMG Amazing Ayurveda Blog Theme

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[Oh My God…..! Amazing Ayurveda] Inspired by – OMG Yeh Mera India         This show is a non-fiction TV series on Channel History TV18 which narrates different, unique, inspiring & OMG amazing stories from different corners of India.  This show highlights on OMG facts about people & pleases across the length & breadth of India.         Ayurveda is one of the oldest systems of healthcare which was originated in India. Currently, Ayurveda is being practiced all over the world & having a major role in the prevention of diseases & wellness.         Idea is to present different principles, procedures & techniques mentioned in ancient Ayurvedic texts which were developed some thousand years back & prove to be amazingly useful in today’s era too. Theme  I was amazed when found recently researched new things were already known and mentioned in Ayurveda. This blog is fo...