Ayurveda : Harmony of Body, Mind and Soul

The Origin:

It is evolved around 600 BC in India. Ayurveda is the science of life and it is often considered a branch of ‘ATARVAVEDA’ .The Atharvaveda lists the eight divisions of Ayurveda. The ‘Atreya samhitha’, is considered to be the oldest medical book in the world. Legend says that this land was a gift of the sea, Varuna (The sea god) to Parasurama, (The founder of Kerala) One of the ten incarnations of Lord ‘Vishnu’ In order to atone for his sins, the sage gave the land to the Brahmins he brought from the northern part of India .To ensure their physical well- being in this new territory, Parasurama imparted the wisdom of Ayurveda to eight chosen families. The present ‘Ashtavaidhyan’ families of Kerala are said to be their successors. The spared of Sanskrit language and literature in Kerala, which took place between 5th &7th centuries AD, also resulted in the spread of Ayurveda in the state. The period of the composition of’ Ashtanga Hrudhaya’ and ‘Ashtanga sangraha’ was also around the fifth centaury. But there is historical evidence to prove that Kerala possessed a system of healing even before the advent of Sanskrit.

Significance

Ayurveda can help you live a happy and healthy modern life. Ayurveda was considered the main attraction of tourists. This new system of medicine stressed on the prevention of body ailments in addition to curing them. Followed by the Dravidians and Aryans alike. Ayurveda has been practiced ever sine. Today, it's a unique, indispensable branch of medicine - a complete natural healing system that depends on the diagnosis of your body's humors - vata, pitta and kapha - to achieve the right balance. Ayurveda believes in the treatment of not just the affected part, but the individual as a whole. Making the natural way to refresh yourself, eliminate all toxic imbalances from the body and thus regain resistance and good health.This ancient science is the result of a flourishing partnership betweenAyu (life) and Veda (knowledge). It is a simple way of outsmarting illness, bymaintaining the delicate balance between one’s doshas. Mystic wisdom thatrefuses to grow old with time. Wisdom tat is an incredible balm for the mindBody and soul.Ayurveda is practiced all over India but Kerala is the most prominent area because of its exceptional location, natural wealth &rich culture.

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BLISSFUL KERALA: Dream Destination of Tourists

Kerala is one of the most beautiful states in India. It attracts numerous tourists throughout the year. The state has something for every kind of tourist. It is a perfect holiday destination for people who want to escape the fast pace of city life, and spend some relaxing moments in a tranquil environment. Kerala also provides abundant opportunity to tourists to indulge in various recreational activities and enjoy their vacations completely.
Kerala is also known as ‘God’s own country’ because its natural beauty is very enchanting. Kerala is blessed with unmatched natural varieties. Within her 38,865 km. this virtual paradise holds almost all the tourist attraction of the world - tranquil beaches, enchanting backwaters, mist-clad hill stations, lush forests, exotic wild life, exciting trekking trails, scintillating waterfalls, extensive plantations, tropical islands , invigorating monsoons, Ayurvedic health centers, historical monuments, sacred pilgrims centers , magical festivals, stunning art forms, splendid cultural heritage, spectacular boat races …….. And everything else that captivate a visitor. Full literate population & good transport facilities foster tourism development.

Excellent climate
Kerala’s weather is very helpful for tourists. Kerala has four seasons as against three for the rest of India. The summer, monsoon, spring & winter

Good transportation
Three main transportation facility available here BUS, TRAIN, FLIGHTS,
Govt. buses &Private buses operate between neighboring states at very low rates.
Indian Railway s operates several trains to and from kerala . Trains into Kerala start from all neighboring states like Karnataka, Tamilnadu etc. Ticket reservation system is available here.
The airports at Kozhikode, Kochi and Thiruvanthapuram are International airports.

Tasty food, Drinking water, & very attractive accommodation
Kerala cuisine is never complete without seafood and coconut. We get fresh and very tasty foods. It is also made in homely method; Water is usually safe to drink. Fruit juices, tender coconutwater, coffee and tea are available here in even smallest town at lower cost.
Kerala was one of the first states in India pioneer the concept of ‘Homestay’. Under this homestay concept, you get to stay with a family who can show you around and also help you find what makes Kerala tick. Accommodation and food in taken cause of at a nominal cost. The staying house’s people are well versed in English or at the least can speak decent English Five stars hotels provided attached kitchenette and if you are sick of Indian food this is an option

Medical Care

Kerala provides low cost medical facilities. This includes Ayurveda , (Punchakarma, uzhichil, pizhichil, Thalam vakkal, Kizhi vakkal etc. ) yoga and meditation . The other thing attract visitors study for Kalari payattu , Kadakali

ayurveda

Ayurveda

Ayurveda is an ancient Vedic system of health care. It is India's indigenous system of medicine, very special to Kerala.

Ayurveda is based on five elements that is earth, water, fire, air and ether. The central concept of Ayurveda is that health exists when there is the right balance between three fundamental bodily humours – the thridoshas vata, pitha and kapha.

Vata (wind) born of air and ether rules mental and physical movements and maintains their balance.

Pitha (bile) is born of fire and water. It rules heat and metabolism of mind and body.

Kapha (phlegm) is born of earth and water. It is responsible for the physical structure of body.

Any of these three humours predominate in every individual. Based on this, Ayurveda classifies people as 'Vata prakriti, Pitha prakriti or Kapha prakriti.

The method of Ayurvedic treatment is restoring the right balance of these elements and thus ensuring good health. Practices of Ayurveda includes healthy living along with therapeutic measures that relate to body, mind and spirit. (physical , mental and spiritual levels). It ensures durable health up to old age. It also takes care of post-convalescence rejuvenation with an increased zest for life.

The principles of Ayurvedic pharmacology are fundamentally different from those of other systems of medicine. Almost all Ayurvedic medicines are prepared from herbs.

 

Herbal medicine

Ayurvedic medicines are mostly prepared from herbs. Almost all plants seen around us have one or other medicinal value; but we ignore them as weeds and rubbish. Even many of the acclaimed medicinal herbs are found along the farmlands and surrounding groves. Some rare species grow only in the forests and mountain ranges; only herbal experts and traditional vaidyas know them and their applications.

Most of the vegetables we use daily also have medicinal values. Good cooking and eating habits alone can improve our health much.

Some of the herbal preparations are very simple, very low cost and highly effective. Ordinary herbs, vegetables and fruits are mixed and prepared in various forms as powder, potions, pastes and extracts. They have unimaginable power in healing ailments, boosting immunity and raising vitality. 

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Kerala: Quality of Life Indices

Educational Infrastructure
Lower Primary Schools (First - Fourth classes)	:	6712
Upper Primary Schools (Fifth - Seventh classes)	:	2951
High Schools (Eighth - Tenth classes)	:	2608
Total number of Schools	:	12271
Higher Education
Higher Education Universities	:	7
Arts and Science Colleges	:	286
Physical Quality of Life Index (PQLI)
Kerala has had a commendable record in terms of the Physical Quality of Life Index. Indicators of PQLI like infant mortality (11%), female literacy (87.86%), and life expectancy at birth for males (68.23) and females (73.62), are well above all India levels. The major reason for this achievement is Kerala's focus on the service sector. About 37% of the total annual expenditure of the State is earmarked for health and education. Another reason for this is the existence of a larger network of hospital infrastructure under the Directorate of Health Services with 933 primary health centres and 5094 sub-centres
Health Care Infrastructure
Immunisation has been near total in the year 2002 - 03.
T.T for Pregnant Women	:	86.1%
T.T for 5 year old	:	89.2%
T.T for 10 year old	:	98.1%
T.T for 16 year old	;	95%
DPT	:	95.8%
BCG	:	103%
Polio	:	95.3%
Anti-measles	:	90.6%
Rate of Diseases per 1000 People -
Leprosy	:	0.66
Malaria	:	0.36
Filaria	:	1.28
Tuberculosis	:	0.70
Transport
Air: There are three international airports in the state. They are at Thiruvananthapuram, Kozhikode and Nedumbassery (Kochi) and operate international flights and domestic flights. Road and Rail : The state is well connected by rail and road.
Seaports	:	Major : Kochi Minor : Beypore (Kozhikode), Alappuzha, Kollam.
Major Beaches	:	Kovalam, Varkala, Fort Kochi, Kappad and Bekal.
Major Wild Life Sanctuaries	:	Thekkady (Periyar), Parambikkulam, Wayanad, Silent Valley, Aralm, Peechi-Vazhani, Chimani, Shenduruny, Idukki, Chinnar, Peppara, Neyyar.
Bird Sanctuary	:	Thattekad, Kumarakom.
Major Hill Stations	:	Ponmudi, Peerumade, Thekkady, Munnar and Wayanad.
Farm / Cash Crops	:	Rubber, Coffee, Tea, Spices, Pepper, Cashew, Coconut, Arecanut and rice.
Exports	:	Marine, Coir, Handicrafts, Spices, Food and other Products.
Major Industries	:	Tourism, Information Technology, Fertilizer, Oil Refining and Power Generation, Ship Building, Machine Tools, Electronics, Cables, Rubber.

Ayurveda: The Elixir for Healthy Body, Mind and Soul

Ayurveda is an ancient vedic system of health care. It is very special treatment in Kerala. Today it is very common India. Ayurveda is concerned with measures to protect “life” , they includes healthy living along with therapeutic measures that relate to physical , mental , social, personality- body, mind and spirit. Ayurveda is based on the good living and it is related to five elements that is earth, air, ether, water and light. The purpose of Ayurvedic treatment is to restore the balance and thus good health. Ayurvedic health care is a preventive measure for the preservation of durable health up to old age. It also appropriate for the wellbeing of during post- convalescence, cleanses the body and recuperation from the acute or chronic illness. Consequences of Ayurveda are the clear eyes, a refined skin tone, a robust nervous system, regeneration and revitalization with an inceased zest for life. The Ayurvedic central concept of the medicine is the theory that health exists when there is a balance between three fundamental bodily humours or doshas called vata, pitta, kaph . The principles of Ayurvedic pharmacology are fundamentally different from those of other systems of medicine. Most Ayurvedic medicines are prepared from herbs.