Is Ayurveda still relevant to this age? How?
Ayurveda remains relevant today due to its adaptability and customization. It can be practiced by individuals worldwide and provides tools to treat a wide variety of conditions, making it easy to take health into one’s own hands.
Do you have to be Vegetarian/Vegan to follow Ayurveda?
No, following a vegetarian or vegan diet is not mandatory in Ayurveda. The principles of Ayurveda can be applied to all diets, and meat intake is only suggested to be limited in certain cases.
Is religion involved in Ayurveda?
No, Ayurveda does not preach any religion. It focuses on the intention behind our actions and choices and promotes spirituality as a way to find balance in every aspect of life.
Do you have to eat Indian food while practicing Ayurveda?
No, any cuisine can be cooked Ayurvedically. It is about focusing on the six tastes and which tastes are suitable for our bodies, rather than being specific to Indian food.
Do Ayurvedic herbs have heavy metals in them?
Ayurvedic herbs procured from trusted sources are carefully tested and treated for heavy metal content, ensuring there is no toxicity for the body before making medicines from the herbs.
How can Ayurveda take care of emerging new conditions?
Ayurveda has tools and principles to apply to a wide range of conditions, including new emerging ones like various cancers and new diseases like COVID. It focuses on root-cause analysis to manage these conditions effectively.
Is Ayurveda expensive because of no insurance coverage?
Ayurveda is a wellness practice and not a medical practice in the West. The cost of Ayurvedic treatments is affordable and pocket-friendly, designed to empower individuals to take control of their health.
Do Ayurvedic treatments take a long time to work?
The time it takes for Ayurvedic treatments to work depends on the condition, severity, and the individual’s adherence to the recommendations and protocols.
Are Ayurvedic medicines nothing but spices from Grandma’s kitchen?
While Ayurveda believes in using food as medicine and the healing power of herbs and spices found in our kitchens, Ayurvedic medicines involve complex processes, including various testing, treatments, and formulations.
If you have any more questions or need further information on Ayurveda, feel free to ask!