Yoga and Ayurveda- a Correlative Insight to Fundamentals of both the Sciences

Abstract

Yoga and Ayurveda sciences are considered as one of the measures for prevention and promotion of health. Ayurveda has holistic approach which deals with the prevention of disease, maintaining physical health, and treating the diseases. It also strengthens the whole body to fight with the causative factor of diseases. Yoga channelizes the potential of mind and body and particularly it deals with the wellbeing of internal organs. The integration of Ayurveda and Yoga helps in achieving complete health and it will also put in a spiritual and psychological dimension to treatment modalities. The aim of the study is to analyze the fundamental principles of Ayurveda and Yoga Science and draw an inference. Relevant literature search from classical texts of Ayurveda and Yoga sciences was done to study the fundamentals of both the sciences. It was observed that Yoga and Ayurveda has its unique place and function, but each overlap into the other on various levels. Both the sciences are amalgamated, inseparable and holistic. An integrated approach of Yoga and Ayurveda can effectively deliver all the dimensions of health and valuable in prevention of lifestyle disorders.