Ayurveda: The Science of Life

Course description

This alternative medicine course outlines the ancient Hindu discipline of Ayurveda, known as the 'science of life'. An Ayurvedic lifestyle can help you balance mind, body and spirit to prevent disease rather than treating it. Explore the benefits of Ayurveda and learn the powerful healing effects of herbs and oils and how to grow and prepare them at home. Sign up to adopt a holistic approach to health and wellness by balancing diet and exercise.

Ayurveda is one of the world’s best-known healing systems for disease prevention and longevity. Ayurveda is a versatile food-based system of health care that you can tailor to suit anyone's needs. This course explores the Ayurvedic dietary guidelines and the use of basic tastes to guide food choices and maintain a healthy eating lifestyle. You will discover the use of different Ayurvedic herbs and food items to treat common ailments. Our daily activities have a profound impact on our life and a healthy routine is a stronger medication than an occasional remedy. Learn to develop healthy habits through the attunement of your body to the natural cycles of the day. The application of different oils to the body to improve sleep, calm the nervous system and increase longevity is known as ‘Abhyanga’. Discover the right way of applying essential oils to your body at home and the benefits of Abhyanga oil massage for the body and mind. We highlight how to perform meditation through internal sounds to clear your mind from thoughts and reduce stress.

Exercise is an integral part of the Ayurvedic routine that relieves heaviness and stiffness by burning harmful substances in the body. We provide a complete guide on how to perform different Ayurvedic exercises at home to stay fit and energetic. Herbs in Ayurveda are categorized according to their taste, energetic effects and digestive effects. Investigate the different Ayurvedic herbs and gain knowledge of the special medicinal properties of some commonly used herbs. Essential oils are aromatic components of many plants, flowers and shrubs with enormous healing properties. We'll show you several essential oils and identify their medicinal uses and the criteria for safe use. The task of growing herbal medicines may appear daunting and tiresome but with some effort and dedication, one can easily grow Ayurvedic herbs at home. This course outlines how to grow medicinal herbs, prepare herbal treatments and utilize them safely and effectively at home.

We have designed this course for people who want to maintain and enjoy a healthy lifestyle. We cover essential everyday habits that focus on natural cycles to stay fit and energetic for the whole day. This course illustrates the benefits and use of different herbs and oils that have been used for thousands of years to achieve a healthy body and mind in a simple and easy-to-follow manner. Ayurvedic remedies don't utilize expensive medicines with a long list of side effects. Instead, these remedies focus on making the best use of naturally occurring plants and shrubs for curing ailments and staying fit. The Ayurvedic practices eliminate the need for hiring a professional health and fitness expert by enabling you to follow the Ayurvedic lifestyle on your own. Join the course to learn and benefit from the Ayurvedic tips offered here for free!