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Research: MISHRA and colleagues,
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Abstract
MISHRA and colleagues, Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCUHS), SCUHS Whittier Health Center, Whittier, California, USA reviewed (28 references) the Ayurvedic approach to healthcare and disease management .
Background
In Ayurveda, disharmony of mental doshas (satogun, rajogun and tamogun) and body doshas (vata, pitta and kapha) are the major cause of illness . The goal of illness management in Ayurveda is therefore to restore harmony among the doshas.
Methodology
Results
Conclusion
According to the authors, this review suggests a great potential for integration of Ayurvedic therapies into the US healthcare system.
References
Mishra L et al. Healthcare and disease management in Ayurveda. Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine 7 (2): 44-50. Mar 2001.