ayurveda

noun

Meaning

A traditional system of medicine originating in India that emphasizes the balance of body, mind, and spirit through diet, herbal treatment, and yogic breathing.

Examples

  • Many practitioners of ayurveda recommend drinking warm water with lemon to aid digestion.
  • The spa offers a variety of treatments based on the principles of ayurveda.

Synonyms: holistic medicine, alternative medicine, traditional medicine, complementary therapy