Ayurveda, the ancient system of Medicine has its roots in Veda and dates back to 5000 BC. The word Ayurveda literally means the knowledge of life. The practice of Ayurveda is basically the practice of art of living with nature and cure through nature. It has incorporated in it the fundamental theories of Pancha Mahabhuta i.e. Prithvi (Earth), Jala (Water), Vayu (Air), Teja (Fire), Akasha (Ether) and Tridosha i.e. Vata, Pitta and Kapha.

Ayurveda consider health as complete harmony of body, mind and soul. Practices of healthy eating habit, sound mind and behaviour are important in maintaining this equilibrium. In Ayurveda, before treatment, the body constitution and Dosha status of the patients are considered. This entire practice is for maintaining optimum state of health, promotion of health and prevention and cure of the diseases. To achieve these objectives Ayurvedic System of Medicines has been divided into eight specialties, i.e. Astanga Ayurveda.