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The Journal of Phytopharmacology, 2012;1(2): 1-5 DOI:10.31254/phyto.2012.1201

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Introduction of Ayurveda and Human Potential: The First Life Science

Kshiti Soni1

1. SS Ayurvedic Medical College, Haveri, Karnataka-581110, India

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Abstract


Ayurveda is a holistic system of medicine that is indigenous to and widely practiced in India. The word Ayurveda is a Sanskrit term meaning “ science of life.” Ayu means “ life” or “ daily living, and Veda is “ knowing.” Ayurveda was first recorded in the Vedas, the world’s oldest extant literature. This healing system has been practiced in daily life in India for more than 5,000 years.

Keywords


Ayurveda, Holistic medicine, Life Science

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Kshiti S. Introduction of Ayurveda and Human Potential: The First Life Science. Journal of Phytopharmacology. 2012;1(2):1-5.

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