Ayurveda is one of the world’s oldest forms of medicine, having originated in India thousands of years ago. It is a holistic system of healthcare that is based on the belief that health and wellbeing depend on a balance between the mind, body, and spirit. The main goal of Ayurveda is to promote good health, prevent illness, and help people live longer, healthier lives.

Ayurveda is believed to have originated as early as 5000 BCE, and it is thought to have been passed down orally from generation to generation. The earliest written record of Ayurveda is the Rigveda, an ancient Hindu text that dates back to 1700–1100 BCE.

In the 6th century BCE, the Indian physician Charaka wrote a comprehensive treatise on the practice of Ayurveda, entitled Charaka Samhita. This text is still used today as a reference for Ayurvedic treatments and is considered to be the foundation of Ayurvedic medicine.

In the 6th century BCE, the Indian physician Charaka wrote a comprehensive treatise on the practice of Ayurveda, entitled Charaka Samhita. This text is still used today as a reference for Ayurvedic treatments and is considered to be the foundation of Ayurvedic medicine.