Ayurveda is a system of healing from ancient India. In the sanskrit language, “Ayuh” means “life” or “longevity” and “veda” means “science” or “sacred knowledge”. Ayurveda roughly translates as “the science of longevity” or “the sacred knowledge of life”. It is a system of health based on nature cognized by the ancient sages. The knowledge contained in Ayurveda deals not only with health and disease, but also the nature, scope and purpose of life, and includes its metaphysical and physical aspects. This rich knowledge emphasizes prevention and maintenance of health but also has comprehensive methods for addressing disease in a holistic manner.