The word Ayurveda is composed of two Sanskrit terms – Ayu meaning life and Veda meaning knowledge. Therefore Ayurveda means the knowledge of life or science of life. It is defined as the science, through which one can obtain knowledge about the useful and harmful ways of life, happy and miserable types of life, conditions that lead to the above types of life, as well as, the very nature of life. Ayurveda describes three fundamental mind/body types, or doshas, called Vata, Pitta and Kapha, which embody different combinations of the five elements : air, ether, fire, water and earth.

Although the science of Ayurveda is ancient, in today’s world, there is growing understanding and appreciation of Ayurveda. Ayurveda treatment are not only very popular in Southern India but now internationally, there is a growing respect and admiration for the power of Ayurveda.

Ayurveda, popularly known as the alternative medicine of ancient Indian tradition is the best choice for immunization, rejuvenation, cure and prevention of disease. In Ancient Indian Natural Therapy (AINT), we offer traditional, scientific and authentic Ayurvedic treatments and our aims to provide physical, mental and spiritual healthcare, especially in the context of the stress and strains filled modern life style

Vata, pitta and kapha — have distinctive characteristics

	Vata people are short, creative, quick and nervous in movements, and wasteful of energy. They should avoid pungent, bitter foods that increase the negative attributes of vata and eat sweet, sour, salty, most warming foods like casseroles to calm its excess.

	Pitta is constituted of fire and water. Pitta people tend to be evenly proportioned, of average height, confident, ambitious and competitive. They should avoid red meat and sour, salty pungent foods that increase pitta, and eat more sweet, astringent, bitter foods like salads, chicken and fish.

	Kapha is made up of water and earth. Kapha types are inclined to be heavily built, slow moving and physically strong, stable, patient but possessive. Sweet, sour, salty foods increase kapha. People of this type should avoid dairy foods and eat more hot and spicy foods, apples, pears, leaf vegetables, beans and lentils .