Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about Ayurveda:
Ayurveda teaches us to live life in accordance with one’s constitution and with the laws of nature. This holistic science concerns the whole human being. It does not aim to suppress symptoms, but rather seeks to find and cure the cause of illness. It promotes the maintenance of energy balance in the body, the most important condition for health. Ayurveda is engaged in details not only in treatment but also in prevention of illness and longevity. Diet, exercise and the whole way of living is individually recommended according to the persons constitution and environment. This individual approach to treatment is one of the unique features of Ayurvedic medicine.
According to Ayurveda every human being is composed of five elements, three vital energies (dosha), seven tissues (dhatus) and a large amount of channels (shrotas). Of these five elements – space, air, fire, water and earth – two elements always form the basis of each of the three doshas. The word “dosha“ and the three doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, are Sanskrit words. The three doshas – influence everything in nature. Vatta is the energy of movement, Pitta expresses the metabolism and Kapha corresponds to the principle of substance and structures. These energies exist in each of us, only in different proportions for every individual. Each of us has a unique structure of energy – therefore each human being is unique. The combination of the three doshas comprises our constitution.
Ayurveda is strictly individual (the treatment is determined on the basis of the person’s constitution and state of his/her state of health). It aims at the elimination of causes, not the suppression of symptoms. The cause of illness can be found in the inner imbalance as well as in the relation with our surrounding environment. Ayurveda does not stand against western medicine. In acute cases, the role of classical medicine is irreplaceable. In chronic illnesses, combination with Ayurveda can be beneficial and often achieves excellent results.
The initial consultation will include an intake and assessment followed by a separate report with recommendations to begin your healing journey. From this 90-minute session, you can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the foundational principles of Ayurveda, a summary of your Prakruti (constitution) and Vikruti (current state of imbalance). The choice of relevant practices and therapies depend on the individual constitution, on the type of imbalance and on the season.
Abhyanga is a warm oil massage that strengthens and nourishes the bodily tissues. It stimulates the organs, benefits the skin and relaxes the body and mind. This massage is performed using herb-infused oils chosen in accordance to your specific constitution. Abhyanga is beneficial in many ways as it deeply penetrates the skin, stimulates lymphatic circulation, enhances the delivery of nutrients to the cells and removes stagnant waste.
Shirodhara is a method during which warm oil is applied on the forehead for 20 to 30 minutes from a cooper vessel which is suspended above the head. This application of oil promotes not only a deep relaxation and thus regeneration of the organism, but also helps other conditions such as headaches and migraine, insomnia, memory loss or concentration failure, depressive state and other mental complaints.
According to Ayurveda the majority of illnesses can be influenced by correct diet. A satisfying diet that leads the organism to balance can be designed in compliance with the constitution. Ayurveda does not particularly forbid any food, nor does it incline to any artificial unnatural diet, but rather in each group (fruit, vegetables, meat, grains, legumes and dairy products) some are considered more appropriate and others less so. Properly chosen food, through its own quality, has a curative influence on particular organs.
The history of Ayurveda dates back 5,000 years. Ayurveda and Ayurvedic treatment techniques have also been proven effective in many clinical studies. It is a great choice in the case of chronic illness, which many times can not be treated in a satisfactory manner by conventional medicine. Ayurveda aims not only to treat the sick person, but also to prevent illness in healthy people, who can get ill due to stress, poor lifestyle habits and such.
Roughly, the constitution can be ascertained by filling out the dosha quiz on our website. The exact conclusion, on which basis the individual recommendations are made, is possible only after a personal consultation.
Premaveda is engaged in Ayurvedic health coaching, body therapies, yoga and personalized fitness instruction. It is convenient to book in advance via our inquiry form, phone or e-mail.
Yes. In the event you live far or you cannot visit our location, you can book an on-line consultation. You will receive a detailed intake form with questions relating to your symptoms, lifestyle, diet and so on. Based on the information provided and our virtual discussion, recommendations will be made to address your specific needs.