Ayurveda is a natural system of medicine, it is considered to be the oldest medical system, which originated in India more than 5000 years ago. It is the perfect combination of science and the art of living a healthy life. The main objective of Ayurveda is to achieve optimum health and wellness through a comprehensive approach that addresses the mind, body, behavior and environment.

Ayurveda emphasizes prevention and health promotion, and provides treatment for the disease. It considers the development of consciousness for optimal health and meditation as the main technique for achieving it. Western allopathic medicine is excellent in dealing with acute medical crises, with Ayurveda demonstrating the ability to manage chronic disorders that have been incapable of Western medicine. From Ayurveda’s comprehensive approach, emphasis on prevention, and ability to manage chronic disorders, it can be inferred that its widespread use will improve the health status of the world’s population.