Ayurveda in IndiaBy 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