Understanding the Basics: What Is Ayurveda and Why It Matters for Modern Health

A clear, beginner-friendly introduction to what Ayurveda is — its history, its core principles (doshas, Panchamahabhuta, holistic balance), and why Ayurveda remains relevant in today’s fast-paced, stress-filled world. Helps readers new to Ayurveda understand how it differs from conventional medicine, and how it can complement a healthy modern lifestyle. (Based on classical Ayurvedic definitions of health as equilibrium of body, mind, senses and spirit.)