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Ayurveda in India. By Jessica Garcia. Background Information. Ayurveda (Ayurvedic medicine) is a Hindu system of traditional medicine native to India. Consists of natural practices and herbs. Aimed to improve the health of people physically, mentally and spiritually. . Purpose.
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Ayurveda in India By Jessica Garcia
Background Information • Ayurveda (Ayurvedic medicine) is a Hindu system of traditional medicine native to India. • Consists of natural practices and herbs. • Aimed to improve the health of people physically, mentally and spiritually.
Purpose Despite the prevalence of conventional medicine, Ayurveda should not only become adapted as the primary system of medicine in India, but in other countries as well. • Positive affects it has on the health system • Advantages over other medical systems • Ways Ayurveda can influence business and the economy
Positive Affects on Health System • Ayurveda can understand, diagnose, and treat new diseases. • Ayurveda is highly systemized. • Theories are proven with evidence • There are documented clinical observations
Advantages Over Other Medical Systems Conventional medicine: a system in which medical doctors and other healthcare professionals (such as nurses, pharmacists, and therapists) treat symptoms and diseases using drugs, radiation, or surgery. • Minimal side effects • Far more simple and efficient
Influence on Business & Economy • The demand on Ayurvedic medicine has increased over time. • Ayurveda has been shifting from small-scale producers to larger manufacturing businesses.
Why Ayurveda? • Positive affects it has on the health system • Advantages over other medical systems • Ways Ayurveda can influence business and the economy